Teresa "Terri" Fasanella, a lifelong resident of Milford, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026 following a short but courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Milford, Connecticut, on September 20, 1949, Teresa was the beloved daughter of the late August "Gus" Bartolotta and Teresa (Benefico) Bartolotta. She grew up in the community she loved, attended Jonathan Law High School, and later graduated from Southern Connecticut State University.
Terri dedicated many years of service to the State of Connecticut Department of Social Services, where she built a respected career before retiring as a state employee in 2017.
She found great joy in traveling, spending time at the beach, and attending Broadway shows with friends and family. Terri was also an active member of the Milford Senior Center, where she enjoyed the friendships and the sense of community it provided. She cherished every opportunity to make memories with those she loved and was happiest when she was surrounded by family and friends.
Teresa was the devoted wife of James Fasanella. She was the loving mother of James Fasanella and his wife, Cathlyn, and Kristen Fasanella. She was the proud and adoring grandmother of Mackenzie, who brought immense joy to her life.
She is also survived by her loving siblings: Mike Bartolotta and his wife, Kathy, of West Haven; Anne Marie DeAngelo and her husband, Frank, of Northford; and her sister-in-law, Ardell Bartolotta. She was predeceased by her brother, Joseph "Skip" Bartolotta.
Terri also leaves behind a large and loving family of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish her kindness, warmth, and love.
Teresa will be remembered for her strength, gentle spirit, smile, and deep devotion to her family. Her courage, grace, and love will remain an enduring source of comfort and inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Her family will forever hold her memory close in their hearts.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Mary Church, 70 Gulf Street, Milford (MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH). Interment will follow at Saint Mary Cemetery, Buckingham Avenue, Milford.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages those who are able to honor Terri's memory by donating blood or platelets or making a donation to Alzheimer's Association. These gifts have the power to save lives and would be a meaningful tribute to her legacy.
To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.
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