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Obituary: Theresa Marie Rooney, 89, of Madison

She spent many happy years at the Hearth at Tuxis Pond, treasured friendships and enjoyed crafts, music, dark chocolate and ice cream.

On Wednesday, November 17, 2021 Theresa Marie Rooney passed away peacefully. Theresa was a resident of Madison, and formerly a long time resident of the Bronx, New York.

Theresa was born in the Bronx, New York on December 11, 1931 daughter of the late John and Marie (O’Brien) Rooney.Aunt of John and Carol Rooney of Freehold, NJ, Tom and Tammey Rooney of Madison, CT, Isabelle and Richard Hahn of Madison, CT, Robert and Melinda Rooney of Charlotte, NC, Fran and Danielle Berkley of Guilford, CT and Michelle and Brian Murray of Stratford, CT. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Monique Rooney, 14 great nieces and nephews and 10 great-great nieces and nephews. As well as her parents, Theresa was predeceased by her brothers John and Eugene.

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Before retirement, Theresa had worked in administration for General Motors for many years. Theresa spent many happy years at the Hearth at Tuxis Pond and the family would like to express their gratitude for all of the kindness and care. Theresa treasured many of the friendships she made over the years and especially enjoyed the crafts, music, dark chocolate and ice cream.

Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Margaret Church, 24 Academy St, Madison on Monday, November 29 at 11:00 am. Burial will be held Tuesday, November 30 at 11:45 am at St. Raymond Cemetery, 2600 Lafayette Avenue, Bronx, NY.

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