Diane Raffone

Diane Raffone obituary, Hamden, CT

Diane Raffone

Diane Raffone Obituary

Visit the Peter H. Torello & Son Funeral Home, Inc. website to view the full obituary.
Diane Raffone, 57 of New Haven died suddenly at home January 27, 2025. She was the loving wife of Nicholas DeMayo. Diane was born July 20, 1967 in Hollywood, Florida daughter of Frances (Lamb) & the late Giovanni Raffone. She enjoyed swimming, walking on the beach with her dogs, and vacationing in Florida. In addition to her husband, she is survived by children Austin Smyth, Alex Bunovsky, Adam Bunovsky, & Savanah Bunovsky, a brother David Raffone of East Haven, and a sister Sheryl (Chris) Guilfoil of New Haven. She was predeceased by a brother John Raffone. At the request of the family, all services will be privately held. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.

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