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Nancy Giannini Obituary
Nancy (Papini) Giannini, 70, of Waterbury, beloved wife of John Giannini, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2017, surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer.
She was born in Wappinger Falls, NY to the late Raymond and Phyliss (Rotunda) Papini.
After receiving her MSN degree from Pace University, she was employed as an administrator for several assisted living facilities and home care agencies.
Nancy was a tea connoisseur and enjoyed collecting tea cups, saucers and pots. She was an award-winning baker, an avid reader, certified Reiki practitioner and published author.
In addition to her husband of 32 years, she is survived by her step-son John Giannini Jr. and his wife Prudence of Waterbury; step-daughter Sherri Obernier and her spouse Kenneth of Wolcott, CT; a sister, Judith Pavone and her spouse Vincent of Shelton and Carol Ann Papini, spouse of Nancy's late brother Ronald, along with four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Church, Waterbury, for a Mass of Christian Burial. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hartford Health Care At Home Hospice, 680 Main St., Watertown, CT 06719
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Bruce and Ann Beane
February 27, 2022
Ann and I always looked forward to seeing Jack and Nancy at the races. We have often wondered how Jack is doing and miss Ann's nursing friend . please give us a call sometime Jack . We are up here on a hill in New Hampshire and would really enjoy a call 603-838-5277.
Bea Malisek/Kwoka
August 15, 2017
Nancy was a bridesmaid at my wedding and we were nurses together
March 10, 2017
Judy, Vinny & Family,
So sorry to hear about Nancy. May she rest in peace.
Dan & Jo-Ann Pavone
Sybil Goodkin
March 9, 2017
I was a nurse under Nancy in the early 2000"s. She Was a lovely manager and lovely person . I will always remember her.
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Carol Galemba
March 9, 2017
Judy and family, so sorry to hear about Nancy. My thoughts went back to the days of being teenagers in Fairfield. We had great times. Glad for the memories.
March 9, 2017
Judy and family, so sorry to hear about Nancy. My thoughts went back to the days of being teenagers in Fairfield. We had great times. Glad for the memories.
Dennis Pavone
March 9, 2017
JOHN AND JUDY AND FAMILY,I'M SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF NANCY
Dennis Pavone
March 9, 2017
JOHN AND JUDY AND FAMILY,I'M SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF NANCY
Christine Dzujna
March 8, 2017
Judy and family, Carol just emailed me the obituary for your sister Nancy. I am currently living in New Hampshire and wanted to send my deepest sympathy. I have many fond memories of Nancy and of you when you first came to Fairfield. My prayers will be with you and Nancy's family during this difficult time.
Christine Fitzgerald Dzujna
Victoria Brinkmann
March 6, 2017
God bless you Nancy
March 6, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family. Nancy was a wonderful person to work under. She was strong, inspiring and always positive. I am so glad I worked with Nancy for the short time I did. She was an awesome woman. Nancy Cicarella
March 6, 2017
Nancy was a special person ... A friend to everyone that knew her. We will miss her .Our love to Jack and Their family .... Bruce & Ann Beane
Chris Romano
March 6, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She was a wonderful soul. Jack and family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Buselli
March 5, 2017
Nancy was a delight to work with and lit up a room. Was a kind, caring educator, excellent nurse and loving woman and dear friend. You will be missed.
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