Barbara DiZinno Barone

Barbara Dizinno Barone, of Cheshire, Connecticut, formerly of Waterbury and Morris, passed away peacefully in hospice care on October 1, 2025. Born in Waterbury, CT, she was the daughter of Dorothy and Eugene Dizinno. Barbara raised her children in rural Litchfield County, where they enjoyed the enriching experiences of gardening, fishing, catching frogs, raising livestock, participating in the local fairs and exploring the great outdoors. She was known for her love of flower gardening and for creating beauty in every home she lived in. Above all, Barbara was devoted to her family. She is survived by her daughter Debra McNamara Anastasio and son-in-law Anthony Anastasio of Cheshire; her grandson Dante Anastasio and his wife Olivia of Middletown; her granddaughter Natalie Anastasio of Virginia; and her grandson Austin McNamara of Florida. She is also survived by her brothers Richard Dizinno and William DiZinno, and her sister Janice Dugger. She was predeceased by her beloved son, David McNamara. A private memorial service will be held on October 18th at Debra's home, with a pollinator memorial garden planting party to honor her life. Sympathy Donations of native pollinator flower plants can be sent to Jinny Hill Farm & Arts, 358 Jinny Hill Road, Cheshire, CT.