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Lori Tafuto Obituary
Lori Brettagna Tafuto, 59, of Hamden passed away peacefully on April, 25, 2021 in her home. She is survived by her beloved husband George Tafuto, her mother Helen Mugnai Brettagna of Orange, two sons Michael (Jen) Tafuto of Vernon and Nicholas (Jillian Kahen) Tafuto of Wallingford, a grandaughter Layla Tafuto, a sister Joan (Gerry) Gervasio of Bethany, several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, her best friend Rita Miller and family of Wallingford and her loving dogs, Jenny and Odin. She was predeceased by her father Joseph Brettagna. Lori was born Aug. 23, 1961 in New Haven, was a graduate of Amity Regional High School and the Katherine Gibbs Business School. She was first employed as an Executive Administrative Asst. at Sikorsky Aircraft and then at United Technologies. She enjoyed traveling and cooking but her main focus was taking care of her loving family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 11:00 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Whitney Ave., Hamden. Burial will be private. Friends may call at Sisk Brothers Funeral Home, 3105 Whitney Ave., Hamden on Wednesday from 4:00-7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Smilow Cancer Center, PO Box 7611, New Haven, CT 06519-0611 or the CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405. www.siskbrothers.com.
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Emily
April 25, 2025
Love and miss you!
Sue Grabowski Nolan
May 4, 2021
So sorry to learn of Lori's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. She was a caring coworker and kind friend. May she rest in peace.
Terry norwood
May 3, 2021
I’m terribly sorry to hear this sadness my heart and sprayers are with you sincerely terry Norwood ( boyers)
April Alldredge
April 28, 2021
My sincere condolences to Lori’s family, may she Rest In Peace. Lori was such a special, kind-hearted person who always made you smile and helped lead the way when you needed it most. She cherished her family fondly and always a cute photo was shared of her pups. I will forever smile when I think of our fun times and puppy memes. May you find comfort in knowing how much she was loved.
Jim deFau
April 27, 2021
Our beautiful dear friend and colleague will be missed. Lori welcomed me into the Sikorsky family 20 years ago and was my guide; Kept all of us on track and was always willing to lend a hand. I’m so glad she was blessed with a beautiful grandchild. Awesome family. God bless George and all of her family. Peace! ❤
Joanne and Al Scafati
April 27, 2021
To Lori's family, deepest condolences on your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May she rest in peace.
Ilene
April 27, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Lori and I used to take the same bus to school. I graduated a year before Lori. She was always good for a laugh or two. Sending prayers to your entire family. RIP Lori.
Chris Curtin
April 27, 2021
I had the pleasure and privilege of working closely with Lori at UTC. She was a wonderful colleague and friend -- always supportive, loyal, and encouraging. Most of all, I enjoyed her sense of humor and the stories she shared about her loving family and her beloved dogs. Her smile and laugh were always a highlight of my day! She will be missed by all of us who worked with her and loved her.
Genine Paul
April 26, 2021
I was very sad to hear this news today. Lori brought a little a spunk to the office and had the best shoe collection under her desk. Lori will truly be missed. RIP
Nick Amico Jr.
April 26, 2021
My condolences from the entire Amico family!
Clotilde Dudley Smith
April 26, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this news. Lori was one of my best friend in grammar school. My deepest sympathy to her family at this time. God Bless you all.
Jaimie Carrera
April 26, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful, beautiful and loving woman. I will always cherish our friendship and special conversations. May God bless you. You will be missed and loved always.
Eileen Bernier
April 26, 2021
Lori will be missed by all who knew her. I had the pleasure of working with Lori at UTC and she was always helpful and could someone you could count on. My thoughts and prayers to all of Lori’s family and friends. May she Rest In Peace.
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