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BANELLI, Grace A. (Bonasera)
Grace A. (Bonasera) Banelli, 87, of Torrington and of Jupiter, FL, passed away on Tuesday, (January 1, 2013) at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital with her beloved family by her side. She was the wife of the late Frank `Dick` Banelli for 58 years, and who preceded her in death on Jan. 11, 2009. Grace was born on April 6, 1925, in Winsted, daughter of the late Salvatore and Lillian (Mangione) Bonasera. She and her husband loved to travel and did so extensively. She was known for her sense of humor and for her contagious laughter. She enjoyed spending time with and cooking for her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of the Torrington Country Club, the Sullivan Senior Center, and of A.A.R.P. She is survived by three children, Sandra Hamm and her husband David of New Hartford, Richard Banelli and his wife Sharon of Torrington, Karen Trobel and her husband Ken of Torrington; one brother, Michael `Mickey` Bonasera of Torrington; one sister, Gloria Siddell and her husband Richard of Torrington; a sister-in-law, Rita Bonasera of Torrington, and five grandchildren, Christopher Hamm, Jeffrey Hamm, Keatha Banelli, Brian Banelli, Lindsay Trobel, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by one brother, Angelo Bonasera. Grace's family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of the Wintergreen Unit at Litchfield Woods for the genuine care and compassion they showed during her stay.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, with the cortege leaving at 10:30 a.m. from Cook Funeral Home, 82 Litchfield St., Torrington, to St. Peter Church, 107 East Main St., Torrington for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, Jan. 4 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Cook Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to V.N.S., 65 Commercial Blvd., Torrington, CT 06790 or to The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, P. O. Box 1144, Torrington, CT 06790. Condolences may be sent to the Banelli family by visiting www.cookfuneralhomect.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Grace BANELLI
January 5, 2013
Karen and Kenny
Deepest sympathy. Love Art and Michele Wasilonsky
January 5, 2013
Mickey, Sorry for your lost. Jim Divita/Family
Sandie Pergola
January 5, 2013
Karen -- I am soooo sorry about your mom. She was a wonderful lady, always with a smile. Sending prayers and thoughts to you and your family
January 4, 2013
Karen,
I am so sorry to read of the loss of your Mom...she was such a nice and funny person. The days in high school when she would drive me home...in the short distance we would be laughing the whole way! Do you remember the halloween she dressed you up and sat you on the front porch...such good memories...hold them close!
Laurie
Emilio Zordan
January 4, 2013
My sincere condolences for your loss.
January 4, 2013
Sorry to hear of your sisters passing. Peter Longhi
January 3, 2013
Mrs. Banelli, may God Bless You and may You rest in Eternal Peace! Mickey, and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mario R. DePaoli (Torrington).
January 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mom.
Phyllis (Ducatelli) Craig
January 3, 2013
May Gods Peace Be With the Entire Banelli Family....growing up on Birden St I remember crossing the little bridge at the end over the creek to the Banelli home with nephew David, my friend on Birden..fond memories of days gone by. To a wonderful family, may your memories keep Grace close in your heart..Denise(Finello)Tucker
Lou/Mary Ann Esparo
January 2, 2013
We apologize to Sandra for incorrectly addressing her as Sharon.
Jean Fratta
January 2, 2013
Dear Richard, Sandra, Karen and your families,
I was sorry to hear of Grace's passing. I always will remember her fondly. She and my mom had their moments but remained friends. Growing up next door to your family was a pleasure. Your mom was great. I last saw her at Litchfield Woods when I went to visit my uncle there. Just a few short moments of conversation and we were back to when we all lived on the same street. I know she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She will always be with you in your heart and in little reminders that pop up along the way.
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Fondly,
Jean
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