Philomena D. LaViola

Philomena D. LaViola
April 8, 2023
Philomena DeMaio LaViola, 94, of Orange, entered into rest on April 8, 2023. Beloved wife of the late John LaViola, Sr., Philomena was born in West Haven on August 22, 1928, daughter of the late Alphonse and Theresa DeMaio. Philomena graduated from Albertus Magnus and began her career as a teacher in the West Haven, CT school system. After taking time to raise and care for her family, Philomena returned to work for many years as a librarian at the Hopkins School in New Haven, CT.
An active member of the Holy Infant Parish, Philomena participated in many church programs, community events, and charities; and often knitted blankets and caps for charity alongside her late sister Beatrice D. Torrenti. Philomena and her late husband John also established endowed scholarships at Quinnipiac University, Albertus Magnus, and the Foote School.
Philomena is survived by her son, John LaViola Jr., daughter-in-law, Maria, and grandchildren, Alexandra and John LaViola, III.
Funeral arrangements will be private and are in the care of West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. Donations may be made to the LaViola Family Scholarship Fund c/o Foote School, 50 Loomis Place, New Haven, CT. 06511. To leave an online remembrance, please visit www.westhavenfuneral.com .