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Myrtle Corsillo Obituary

Myrtle (Pelletier) Corsillo, 95, of West Hartford, beloved wife of the late John Corsillo, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2019 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her five children, Mayrita Trojanowski, Rose Ziegler (Wayne), George Corsillo (Susan), Hester Jensen (Curt), and Theresa Noonan (Peter); grandchildren, Heather Hankard, Jacob Ziegler (Suzanne), Sonya Trojanowski (Amjad), Emil Corsillo (Angela), Christina Ziegler (Adam), Elizabeth Corsillo, Alexander Corsillo (Risa), Sven Jensen, Sean Jensen (Alexandra), John Noonan, Thomas Noonan (Anna), and Samantha Noonan; four great granddaughters, Sabrinna Fabi, Alyssa Hankard, Amaya Trojanowski and Tharon Jensen. She was predeceased by a son in law, Leonard Trojanowski. Myrtle loved her family dearly and was happiest when surrounded by them. She was an amazing woman who touched so many lives. Myrtle was always laughing and reminiscing about her childhood. Her compassion, tenderness and unconditional love will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew her. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Trinity Health of New England Hospice, 76 Batterson Pond Park Rd, Pond View Corporate Center, Farmington, CT 06032 Funeral service will be held on Monday, August 19, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James's Episcopal Church, 1018 Farmington Ave., West Hartford. Burial will be private. Prior to the service, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. relatives and friends may pay their respects to the family at the Church. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Aug. 15, 2019.

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Robbie & Dave Bish

August 17, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time. We are here for you. Should you need anything please let us know. Sincerely, The Bishes (Indian Town )

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Robbie & Dave Bish

August 16, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time. We are here for you. Should you need anything please let us know. Sincerely, The Bishes (Indian Town )

August 16, 2019

I send my deepest sympathy to all. Myrtle who lived a long life was a kind and loving person . You were blessed to have her in your life. Celebrate her life! In loving memory of Myrtle, Janet Greenspan and family.

Terri Pomeroy

August 15, 2019

So sorry for your loss...thinking of you. There was never a time that your mom didn't have a smile.....always had a minute for a quick chat to make sure everybody was doing OK and then lighten up talking about her family.

Craig & Terri Pomeroy

Trish Reis

August 15, 2019

Dear Mayrita and family, I was so sorry to read about your mother's passing. It has been many years since our days together at the Immaculate. I remember her as a lovely lady and caring mother. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Trish (Jasinskas) Reis

August 14, 2019

Offering my deepest condolences to the family, may our God grant you strength and courage as you face the coming day's

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