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Francesca Capparelle Obituary
Frances Capparelle, 93, passed away peacefully at home on April 11, 2020. She was the wife of the former Fiore (Fred) Capparelle, Sr.
Frances was born November 5, 1926 to Dominic Crucitti and Antoinette Versace and grew up in the Rockridge area of Greenwich, where her father was the caretaker for Rosemary Hall School.
During and after high school Frances worked at the Greenwich Library. She married Fiore Capparelle, Sr. in 1953 and thereafter became a lifelong resident of Cos Cob. She was Library Technical Assistant for the Town of Greenwich for over three generations. Throughout her life Frances was an avid golfer, tennis player and gardener. She was a member of the St. Lawrence Society, Griff Harris Golf Club and St. Catherine of Siena Church.
Frances was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Fiore Capparelle, Sr. as well as her brothers Joseph, Andrew and Dominic Crucitti, and her sister Antoinette (Ann) Capalbo.
She is survived by her son Fiore J. Capparelle, Jr. (Susan), her daughter Sally Fueglein (Hugo) and beloved grandchildren, Kate Capparelle, Nicole Merced (Chris), Kala McCauley (Erik) and Hugo Fueglein, Jr. (Colleen.)
Frances loved time with her family and friends and will always be remembered for her welcoming spirit, kindness of heart and generosity to everyone she met. She will be truly missed.
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tony raimondi
April 22, 2020
First time i meet her was in 1971 at cos cob school library. I had moved to Riverside from Italy a year earlier and we had just moved in October 71 to cos cob. I always remember her for her kindness and smile and trying to help me out. at that time i did not realize we would be neighbors for 50 years she lived next door to me. She was always pleasant and kind always said hello to me and my family.
to me she will always be Mrs. C.
to the family my deepest condolences she will be missed
tony
Anthony Marzullo Jr
April 21, 2020
everything said in this Guest Book is as I remember her when she was working at the Cos Cob School Library back in the mid 1960s. Always pleasant. Always helpful. Always expressed empathy for people in the Cos Cob community who were going through some bad times. She was special.
De Chila
April 20, 2020
Dear Sally & Fred,
I just heard about your Mom passing away and I am so very sorry for your Loss. To say that I loved your Mom with all my heart barely scratches the surface. She was truly a warm, loving and caring person who I shall miss. Sally my Mom always told me that she and your Mom were in the hospital together when we were born 3 days apart, now their in Heaven together. Take care little sis, your Mom was truly one of the great ones.
Love,
De
Nick, Lynn, Janet Imbrogno
April 18, 2020
Dear Fred & Sally:
We go way back knowing your mom & dad. What a lovely, compassionate, pleasant lady she was. The girls remember Cos Cob school library so special because of your mom.
May you have many beautiful fond memories to help you get through this difficult time.
Love, Prayers & condolences.
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Stephanie GETER-Pansy
April 18, 2020
Sally, I am so sorry for your loss. May your lifetime of memories both guide and give you comfort in the days to come.
LYNDA Norman
April 18, 2020
R.I.P. Fran.
What a lovely LADY, I enjoyed working with Fran back in the day at North Mianus School Library.
Sympathies to the family.
Carla Andrea
April 17, 2020
Dear Sally:
Mom and I are so sad to hear of your sweet mother's passing. She was a treasure to all of us that were lucky to know her when we attended Cos Cob School. Always willing to help, give words of encouragement all while wearing the brightest smile. She will always be remembered with great fondness. Our thoughts are with you, Fred and the rest of your family.
Tony & Eleanor Biondo
April 17, 2020
Sally,Fred & Families,
It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of "Aunt Fran". She was truly the most warm, kind and loving person. She will be greatly missed by those of us who were blessed to knew her. May she rest in peace and may God bless all of you. You now have a very special angel.
Tom Andrea
April 16, 2020
Sally, Freddy -- Your mom was The. Best. Kind, loving and always smiling. Over 55 years ago, we were on the front page together of a Greenwich Time story when I was the first to receive a vaccine in a Cos Cob School kindergarten class. (She provided great strength to me as I was about to cry my eyes out!)
She'll always be in my memory.
John Micik
April 16, 2020
Sally and Fred, I'm very sorry about your mother's passing. I remember her from my summers working at the Bible Street playground. She was a wonderful person who will be missed by family and friends.
Mike & Stacey Andrea
April 16, 2020
Dear Sally, Fred and your families,
Stacey and I are very sad to hear about the passing of your mom. She was a lovely, compassionate person who always made you smile.
We were lucky to grow up in a town with so many wonderful people, and your mom was one of the best. May your loving memories of her help you through these difficult days.
Frank Curcio
April 16, 2020
Fred, Sally and Family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. So lovely and generous and always a welcoming smile.
Frank Curcio and Family
Catrina Fox
April 15, 2020
Dear Sally and Fred, there will never be another Mrs. Capp. Always such a welcoming mom for all Sally's friends who visited and hung out at the Capps house in Cos Cob, both your mom and your sweet dad also so welcoming. Have many fond memories with Sally, Ro, Lisa, Sheila. June, Jill, Vicki, Shelly. Cindy, etc. etc. , you were both so lucky to have her in your lives so long. Yu have many great memories!! Love Catrina (cathy) Fox
Polly Sanna
April 15, 2020
One of the kindest people I've ever had the pleasure to have known. God Bless.
Sending much love.
Marie Nania
April 15, 2020
Oh I am so sorry! Mrs. Capparelle was a legend in the library world! She was the friendly face in the Cos Cob School Library. I spent numerous hours there after-school. It was my favorite place. Mrs. C did the best Read Alouds ever, she instilled in me the love of reading. I could only aspire to be like her. As a library professional she was the perfect example to me on how a librarian should be. Always gracious, kind, and boy could she tell a good story! She was my role model and the reason I love what I do. I will think of her every-time I read a story to my students. I know she will be in spirit watching.
Sally I am so so sorry! My condolences to the Capparelle and Capalbo family.
Grace and Peace Alway
Kim Sandreuter
April 15, 2020
Heaven has another beautiful angel.
Such an amazing woman with such an amazing family. Love you all and I'm so very sorry
Patty Roddy
April 14, 2020
What a beautiful life and tribute to your Mom. Condolences to you and your Family.
Tris (Crucitti)
April 14, 2020
Your Mom, my Aunt Fran, was such a wonderful woman. I have many fond memories of Sunday dinners with the entire family. Prayers and condolences to you and your family at this very sad time. I hope you can find comfort in all your wonderful memories of her.
Lynn Heberling
April 14, 2020
Dearest Sally
Your Mom was a beautiful soul and will be missed by many. I remember her so fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rest easy in the beautiful memories.
With Love,
Pat & JoAnn Chiappetta
April 14, 2020
Aunt Fran will always have a place in our hearts. She was like a second mother to me. We will miss her.
Barbara Ritch Fortunato
April 14, 2020
Rest in peace Mrs.Capp .Such a sweet lady. My condolences to the families.With Sincere Sympathy.
April 14, 2020
To the Family of Fran Capparelle:
My sympathy is extended to the family. Fran worked with me at North Mianus School.
With sympathy, Maura OConnor
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