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Marilyn Gaiser Obituary

Marilyn Ann DeVito Gaiser, 89, of Branford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Habor Chase in Branford with her loving husband by her side. She was the beloved wife of 64 years to Robert C. Gaiser. Marilyn was born in New Haven on January 14, 1936, and was the daughter of the late Tobias and Thomasina Esposito DeVito. She earned an associate's degree from Quinnipiac University. Marilyn worked as a paralegal for the former Bristal Myers Research Facility in Wallingford for many years. She enjoyed dancing, especially tap dancing and was an instructor for many years. Marilyn was truly a loving person and dedicated to her family, whether preparing delicious meals, playing wiffleball with her children or just spending time with her grandchildren who she loved unconditionally. She will be remembered for her endless hard work and always finding a way to stay busy, her family referred to her as "The Energizer Bunny". Mother of Robert Gaiser and his wife Mary and James Gaiser and his wife Christine. Grandmother of Tobi-Lyn, Christopher, Abagail, and Julia Gaiser. Also survived by her brother James DeVito. The visiting hours will be Friday, March 28th from 10 AM to 12 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A service will be conducted in the funeral home at 12 noon. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Marilyn, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by WFSB on Mar. 27, 2025.

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10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

North Haven Funeral Home

36 Washington Ave., North Haven, CT 06473

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28

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12:00 p.m.

North Haven Funeral Home

36 Washington Ave., North Haven, CT 06473

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