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Rosemary Prete Obituary
Entered into rest, Feb. 20, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, Rosemary Prete, 95, of Orange, CT. She was the wife of the late John J. Prete. Born in Akron, Ohio, Nov. 9, 1930, daughter of the late Anthony Zumbo and Natalie Fiore. Mrs. Prete, the beloved family matriarch, was the Chief Financial Officer of A. Prete and Son Construction Co.
She had served as past president of the American Committee on Italian Migration and belonged to the Hospital of St. Raphael Ladies Auxiliary. Rosemary was a long-time communicant and Ladies Guild member of Holy Infant Church and belonged to the Race Brook Country Club. She enjoyed traveling throughout the world with her late husband, John, and especially loved spending time with her family.
Rosemary is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth R. Prete (Peter Hentschel); her son, Neil J. Prete (Alicia); her grandchildren, Jonathan (Lindsay), Kayla (Jeff), Zachary and Alecsander; her great-grandchildren, Penelope, Piper and Mila; her step-grandchildren, Michael (Merideth) Hentschel and Samantha (Scott) Pinckney; her step great-grandchildren, Abigail, Jacob, Alex and Gabriella; and sister, M. Jennifer McCracken. She was predeceased by her siblings, Samuel Zumbo and Josephine Murdocco.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial, which will be celebrated in Holy Infant Church, 450 Race Brook Rd., Orange, on Thursday, Feb. 26th, at 11 a.m. and may greet the family at 10:30 am. Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. MARESCA & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Chapel St., is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice.com or plant a tree in memory of Rosmary at marescafuneralhome.com , where condolences may be offered as well.
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Karen Annunziata
March 1, 2026
I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful mother. She was a fresh spark in this sometimes bleak world. She was not only beautiful but a loving person. MY prayers are with your family.
Gary Finkle
February 24, 2026
Neil, Sorry for your loss.
Patricia Carrano
February 23, 2026
I share your grief and sadness. Rosemary loved her family and was so proud of their accomplishments. My family and I have wonderful memories of the summers at the cottage. Now she will be with John her beloved husband.
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Bill Hannon
February 23, 2026
Neil, so sorry to hear of your Mom´s passing may you find strength in this time of extreme sorrow. Bill Hannon
Carol Page
February 22, 2026
Elizabeth and Neil
My deepest condolences to you about your Mom, my godmother at Confirmation. I loved her cheerfulness and kindness, from when I knew her on Olive St., then the great hospitality at the East Haven cottage.
Rosemary 's step grandfather was my grandmother's brother. We all loved her in New Haven.
Jim Casey
February 22, 2026
Neil, my sincere condolences to you and your family on your Mom´s passing. I do remember your Mother with your Dad many years ago dancing at some of the club´s holiday parties. God bless you all and may the memories you guys shared together keep you consoled during this difficult time. It´s very hard missing one´s Mom!
Robert Palumbo
February 22, 2026
I lived with Rosemary and her family every summer at the cottage until I married. I have many fond memories of her. God bless her and her family. Bob Palumbo
Tom and Lorri Cavaliere
February 22, 2026
Neil and Alicia, we are sorry for your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lou Bernacchia
February 21, 2026
Neil and family. My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. She always treated me cordially as did you and your father when I called on your office.
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