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Mary Psarras Obituary
Mary Auten Psarras, 77, of Stratford, daughter to James Auten and Mary (Dillon), passed away peacefully on April 9, 2023 in Bridgeport Hospital, with her family by her side.
Mary was predeceased by her husband, Georgios Psarras. She leaves behind two loving sons, Demetrios and Patrick, granddaughter, Zoe Capozziello, and brother, James Auten (Eileen).
Mary grew up in Stratford, graduating from Stratford High School and continuing on to Brown University. Upon graduation, Mary joined the Peace Corps, where she taught in Brazil from 1967-1969.
After returning to Stratford, she worked for many years as an English as a second language teacher in the Bridgeport School system. She also taught GED preparation for adult women at Mercy Learning center.
Mary loved to spend time with family (especially granddaughter Zoe), getting together with friends and going to the theater.
Friends may greet the family on Thursday, April 20, 2023 between 10-11 am at Christ Episcopal Church, 2000 Main St., Stratford, CT, with funeral services directly following at 11 am. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to the Parkinson's Foundation at https://www.parkinson.org/ .
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Janet O'Connell
April 19, 2023
It is with heartfelt sadness that I learned of Mary's passing. I enjoyed her company and warm friendship. Her lucky students loved her. She helped them learn to speak English and adjust to life in America. Mary made the world a better place for all who knew her. She will be sorely missed.
Frank & christine Ricci
April 18, 2023
Patrick we are sorry for the loss of your mom. We know she must have been proud of you. Your entire family is in our prayers.
Diane Civitelli
April 17, 2023
I worked with Mary when she was a specialist in the Bilingual Dept. She was funny, sharp, a hard worker, and very conscientious, yet so down to earth. You could talk to Mary about anything and know she had your back.
I was so saddened when she told me about her being diagnosed with Parkinson’s.
Barbara Buffery
April 16, 2023
Mary for 35 years you have been an amazing friend to me and my doggies! You helped me in the classroom with students and families when I couldn’t speak Spanish or Portuguese you came to my rescue! We did lunches and plays, traveled together and you did my taxes! My dogs taught you to love them and you welcomed me to stay in your home whenever I visited from NH. I not only found comfort and friendship there but got to be friends with your granddaughter Zoe!
Jim and Pat your mom would be so proud of how you both cared for her during these last difficult years. I will always hold a special place in my heart for you Mary ❤
Barbara and Bob Henderson
April 16, 2023
Mary has been a part of my life and my family since we were very young children and we grew up together sharing all the joys that went with it. She will be sadly missed as she was a wonderful friend and someone I always looked up to. She had a heart of gold and was a very kind person. Condolences to the Psarras and Auten families at this very sad time.
Mark Jurgot
April 16, 2023
I worked with Mary at H&R Block. My condolences to your family.
Monica Bolbotowski
April 16, 2023
During my beginning years of teaching, Mary willingly offered assistance with my students who were learning English. I remain grateful to this day.
May special memories of Mary help ease your sorrow in the days ahead.
Gail Finnegan Bourdeau
April 14, 2023
To Mary’s family, On behalf of the Stratford High School Class of 1963 we send our condolences at this sad time in your lives.We will miss her at our class luncheons.
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