Maryann J. Manzi

Maryann J. (Pagnini) Manzi, 66, of Berlin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. She was the beloved wife of Brian Manzi.She was born on April 19, 1952 in Milford, MA the daughter of the late Bruno and Edith (Bresciani) Pagnini. Maryann graduated in 1973 from Mass General School of Nursing. She worked as a RN for over 40 years until her retirement. For the last 10 years of her career, she worked for CT Hospice, her true passion, where she made a tremendous impact in many people's lives. Maryann's infectious smile and laugh brought joy to everyone that knew her. The stories about Maryann, of which there are many, all carried the same theme – she was kind, funny and full of life.In addition to her husband Brian she is survived by her daughter Jenna Boughton and husband Donald, her son Josh Wilensky and girlfriend Lauren Webster, step-daughter Marissa Manzi White and husband Chris all of Berlin, and step-son Michael Manzi and wife Aleah of Boston, and 3 cherished grandchildren Harper, Dexter and Cameron. She also leaves a niece Amanda Eppley and husband John, a nephew Michael Hourinhan and wife Chrysanthi as well as many cousins and special friends. She was predeceased by a sister Susan Pagnini. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, March 14th from 4-8 pm at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington. Burial will be at the convenience of the familyA celebration of her life will be held on Friday, March 15th from 4-8 pm at Casa Mia at The Hawthorne. 2421 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Connecticut Hospice 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405 or at www.hospice.com For online condolences and directions please visit www.dellavecchiafh.com