Lucy Devin

1935 - 2022

Lucy (Mangiafico) Devin passed away April 24, 2022, peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 12, 1935, to the late Josephine and Paul Mangiafico and grew up in New Britain, CT. Just before graduating from Hillyer College, she started dating Paul Devin. They were soon married and moved into the first home that Paul built for them. A few years later they moved into their forever home, which Paul also built for them, where Lucy raised their five children and many farm animals. Throughout the years, their home on the mountain blossomed with fruits and vegetables, served as a gathering place for friends and family members, and was a place where she helped to raise their grandchildren. Their home was also a wonderful reminder of her husband, who passed away several years ago, and it offered comfort to her in her final years. By her grace, the Devin home was always full of life and seasonal decorations. Lucy will always be remembered as a strong woman who made others feel welcome in her home and regularly volunteered at the church, at school events, and to help others in need. She would want her life to be celebrated, especially with the memories that were created there. Lucy is survived by her four children: Pamela Devin (Gary) Puchalski, Douglas Devin, Janice Devin (Todd Stewart), and David Devin; her seven grandchildren: Andrew Devin, Marissa Puchalski (Misael) Ramos, Victoria Devin, Alexander Devin, Deanna Puchalski, Garrett Puchalski, and Nathan Devin; her brother Paul Mangiafico, her sister-in-law Ginny Mangiafico, her cousin Fr. Paul Mangiafico; numerous nieces, nephews, and great-grand fur babies. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband Paul Devin, her beloved son Dennis Devin, and her brother Michael Mangiafico. Her family would like to thank the hospice nurses of the Farmington Valley VNA and the caregivers of Polish Helping Hands for their kindness and care, especially Alison Amer whose extra attention and gentleness was most appreciated. Friends may call at The Ahern Funeral Home, 111 Main St., Rt. 4, Unionville on Sunday (May 1) from 4:00-7:00pm. Funeral procession from The Ahern Funeral Home will be Monday (May 2) at 9:15am followed by the Funeral Liturgy in the Church of St. Mary Star of the Sea, Unionville. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Avon. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to a cause that was dear to her and Paul's heart: The Dennis Paul Devin Scholarship Fund, University of Hartford, Attn: Caitlin Malinowski- Director of Donor Relations, 312 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117. To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.ahernfuneralhome.com.