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Rafaella Corvo Obituary
Rafaella (Lena) Corvo passed away peacefully at the beautiful age of 101 on June 1, 2016. She was born on Front Street and remained a Hartford resident the first 60 years of her life. She and her husband Jim (who pre-deceased her) moved to Old Saybrook in 1974. She embraced her life on the shoreline; became involved in many activities and was a communicant of St. John's Church. She is survived by her loving daughter, Mary Borecki Buck, two sisters-in-law, Natalina DiPietro and Angelina DiPietro, several nieces and nephews, and a devoted friend, Helen Yanyac. Calling hours will be held on Monday, June 6th from 9:30 to 10:30 at Swan FH, 1224 Boston Post Rd. Old Saybrook CT followed by a mass at St. John's Church at 11 am, 161 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT. Burial will be private.
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Donna Pritchard
June 7, 2016
Mary Lou I was sorry to read of your mom's passing but so glad she lived such a long life. I always loved when your parents came to visit on Florence Rd. Rest in peace Lena.
Joan DiPietro
June 5, 2016
Reconnected with my Aunt Lena just a few years ago. Will never forget our private talks. Rest in peace beautiful lady. Your Niece Joan DiPietro
Heidi Partyka Green
June 4, 2016
Great auntie Lena, where do I start, the memories of my childhood with you in it are priceless. The best times of my life at chalker beach, sneaking spoonfuls of your sauce until you caught me. The sound of your flip flops through the house. Then there was your 100th birthday. Our lunch together sharing chicken wings. I will miss you, your cooking and our chats about the good old days. Sharing those memories with you brought me right back in time like it was yesterday. I know you are at peace with Jim and your mom and Uncle Billy. Please give him A hug and kiss for me . Auntie Mary Lou, I hope you find comfort in the memories of all of our wonderful times together! I Love you!
Pamela Campanelli
June 4, 2016
Lena was a kind and loving aunt. Always enjoyed our invitations to Chalker Beach for pasta and barbecues (and we can't forget the card games). Her life was full of friends and family and she will always hold a special place in my heart. I'm glad that I was able to be in her life.
Mary, I know you have found comfort in knowing your mom did not suffer. In loving memory.
Pam
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Jack Partyka
June 4, 2016
Lena was a kind and loving lady loved by all who knew her. We shared many great meals with her and will miss her great cooking and always just a half of desert. Jack , Bonnie ,Heidi and Heather
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