Michelle M. Lanese
Michelle M. Lanese passed away on August 1, 2020 after a long valiant battle with Metastatic Breast Cancer. Michelle to some, Shelley to others, she was a sincere, true and loyal friend to everyone fortunate enough to have known her. Michelle passed away at the Regional Hospice and Home Care Center & Healing in Danbury with her mother Alba Lanese, brother Michael Lanese, her partner Terrence Callahan, her niece Mae Lanese and nephew Nicholas Lanese all by her side. Her many loving friends and family supported her throughout this journey with special thanks to Cheryl Rotondo whose unwavering friendship continued throughout the decades. Michelle was predeceased by her father Nicholas Lanese. She is survived by her loving family, her mother, brother, partner, niece and nephew. Michelle had a warm spot in her heart for each of her aunts, uncles and many cousins. Throughout the years she shared a special connection with her loving family in California, most notably her Aunt Violet Campbell. Michelle's career in the legal field began at several private firms in Fairfield County and continued over the past 23 years at US Surgical, Tyco Healthcare, Covidien and Medtronic. Through all the company changes Michelle remained a reliable, hardworking and dedicated employee. She loved keeping in touch with all of her friends and sent many cards to celebrate all occasions. Michelle loved to scrapbook and enjoyed her time with Lisa Leonard and circle of scrapbooking friends. She also enjoyed being part of the Trumbull High School ladies' emails, texts and get togethers. Michelle's endearing nature, faith, positive attitude and great strength will be missed; however, in many ways will live on through everyone she has touched. Rest In Peace our dear Michelle. Her extraordinary journey was made possible by Michael DiGiovanna, MD, PhD, Michelle Corso APRN, MSN and the entire dedicated staff at Smilow Cancer Center. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to please donate either to the Smilow Cancer Center's Closer to Free Fund or the Regional Hospice and Home Care Center & Healing in Michelle's memory. A graveside service will take place at the Garden Mausoleum in St. Michael's Cemetery, 2205 Stratford Ave., Stratford, on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. Face masks are required. There will be no calling hours. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.abriola.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Aug. 3, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
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Holly Lavery

July 28, 2022

I will always remember you my dear and sweet friend. I know you are looking down from heaven with a heart filled with love and joy. Until we meet again

Holly Lavery

July 28, 2021

Thinking of Michelle and her family at this time. I´m remembering all of the good times I had with her, her infectious smile and loving heart. A woman of positivity it was always a joy to be around her. Love to all of you and especially you Michelle, may you be smiling and surrounding those with you in heaven with your brightness

Pat Otocka Corrigan

August 9, 2020

Dear Mike and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Shelley. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting her, my brother always talked about what a special person she was. May you find comfort in all your special memories of her, and may those memories help to ease your sorrow.
My deepest sympathies,
Pat Otocka Corrigan

Jane Dowling Zemliauskas

August 6, 2020

Haley Callahan

August 6, 2020

When I think of Shelley I think of a beautiful soul who loved her family and friends dearly. I was fortunate enough to know Shelley for the past 11 years. She always welcomed me with open arms and a hug into her home. In every conversation, her love for her friends and family shined through. I offer prayers of strength as everyone remembers her special life, and my condolences to her family and friends.

Holly Lavery

August 6, 2020

My dear friend Michelle you fought a good fight but now can Rest In Peace. You have always been a great friend. I met you in high school when we first started hanging out. I can still see your smiling face filled with positivity and love. I never heard you say a bad word about anyone and your laughter was contagious. You definitely helped Chris and I getting together and starting our relationship. Thank you for that and for always being you. I will miss you Michelle but we will meet again. Love you forever Rest In Peace

Samuel Patton

Planted Trees

Christi Lange

August 5, 2020

In loving memory of a beautiful, wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. In our hearts forever❤❤

Patrick Helfrich

August 5, 2020

Michelle will go down as simply the nicest person that I have met in my 52 years on this planet. I am so sorry for the loss for her family and close friends. Her courage is a true model for everyone to aspire to in the loving memory of her.

Judy Csefai

August 3, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to Michelle’s family and friends. She truly was a special person and caring friend. I live in Florida and am unable to attend her funeral, but please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you all on Thursday.

Peace to you Michelle, you will be missed...

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