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Sadie Fanali Obituary
Sadie Fanali, age 99, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2021 in Stratford, CT. Born in Bridgeport, CT on November 11, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Antonio Giordanella and Francesca Covato Giordanella. She was predeceased by her loving husband of fifty years, Matthew Fanali, and her son Matthew Fanali, Jr., siblings Michael and Carmen Giordanella and Pat Crowell. She is survived by her brother Matthew Giordanella, her eight remaining children —Joseph Fanali (Judy Fanali), Tina D'Andrea, Francine Fanali, Anthony Fanali (Rochelle Lewis Fanali), Mark Fanali, Carmen Fanali and John Fanali; fifteen cherished grandchildren and several loving nieces and nephews.
Sadie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend and was passionate about her family. She was a longtime member of New Life Church in Trumbull, CT, and her devotion to her faith was unwavering. As an avid volunteer, being of service was extremely important to Sadie throughout her life. Her deep faith contributed to her positive and accepting attitude. She loved creating -- sewing, knitting, arts and crafts -- and she had a major "green thumb." Everything survived through her care.
A private funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. An online Celebration of Sadie's Life with family and friends is being planned for a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Sadie's memory may be made to New Life Church, 28 Hedgehog Road, Trumbull, CT 06600 or to a charity of your choosing. To offer the family online condolences, please visit www.dennisanddarcy.com
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Gary Piccirillo
January 5, 2023
Sadie touched many people during her lifetime, So she will not be easily forgotten.
Linda Knapp Haydu
January 30, 2021
I am truly sorry for your great loss of a wonderful woman, Mother and person. Please accept my condolences and may you find peace to all of the Fanali family.
Kevin Monks
January 15, 2021
To The Fanali Family, Sadie Fanali was truly a model citizen. Caring loving decency is what the neighborhood learned from Sadie. Who could ever forget Sadie's Place. It was a pleasure to have known her and her family. My sincere condolences to the Fanali family. May she rest in peace. Dio vi benedica tutti.
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James Grosso
January 14, 2021
Francine and Family please accept my condolences
Robert and Lenore Ofiero
January 13, 2021
Joe and family, your Mom was a beautiful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. Sincerely, Bob and Lenore Ofiero
Ken McCarthy
January 13, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May she rest Peacefully.
Nick Pisani
January 13, 2021
My condolences to the Fanali family for you loss.
Frank M. ceccarelli
January 12, 2021
My heartfelt sympathy to the Fanali Family. Sadie was a beautiful lady both inside and out. I'll never forget breakfasts at Sadie's Place on East Main Street with husband Matty. I loved that couple. God Bless them.
Ann Marie Macisco Seriani
January 12, 2021
To all the Fanali family, I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman. May she Rest In Piece.
Tina Moccio
January 12, 2021
To all my Fanali cousins and their extended families. I am so sorry for the passing of Aunt Sadie (your Mom). She was such an inspiration to all of us. With every word she spoke she brought comfort. She was like my second Mom. I will forever love her and she will forever be in my heart. I love you all and I will miss you Aunt Sadie but you are home and I know your happy. Rest Peacefully in Gods house. Always and forever, Tinamarie XO
Gary Piccirillo
January 12, 2021
My heartfelt condolences go out to all in the Fanali family. Sadie was a very special Lady. She was a motherly figure to many people thru out her life. although she lived a long well deserved life she will live much longer in the memories of those she touched and were lucky to have known her.
Gary Piccirillo
January 12, 2021
My heartfelt condolences go out to all in the Fanali family. Sadie was a very special Lady. She was a motherly figure to many people thru out her life. although she lived a long well deserved life she will live much longer in the memories of those she touched and were lucky to have known her.
Mia Fanali-Skowronski
January 12, 2021
Grammy...I will treasure every moment I got to spend with you, all the wonderful things you knitted for me, your beautiful cards and Daily Breads and your ceramics. They are treasures in our home! I love you...always and forever! xo
Tony & Lee Pisani
January 12, 2021
To Joe and all the Fanali family,sorry to hear the passing of your mother may she RIP.
Angela Rizio
January 12, 2021
Dear Joe, Sabrina & Mia,
Please accept our most sincere condolences for your loss. May she rest in peace for a life well lived, and may the wonderful memories comfort you always.
With love and sympathy,
Angela & Mario Rizio
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