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Obituary: Donna Barrett-Butwell, formerly of Naugatuck

A longtime resident of Naugatuck, Donna had many passions and interests. She was well-known for her delicious baked goods.

Donna M. Barrett November 9, 1960 — August 16, 2023
Donna M. Barrett November 9, 1960 — August 16, 2023 (The Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Naugatuck)

Waterbury, CT - Donna Barrett-Butwell, formerly of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully at the age of 62 on August 16, 2023, in Waterbury. She was the wife of Jeffrey Butwell.
Donna was born on November 9, 1960, in New Haven, the daughter of the late Michael and Clara (Chriscuolo) DellaRocco.


A longtime resident of Naugatuck, Donna had many passions and interests. She was well-known for her delicious baked goods, which she lovingly prepared and shared with friends and family. “Donna's Delights” were well known at Jessie Camille’s in Naugatuck. She also had an affinity for decorating every holiday and was a member of the Naugatuck B.P.O.E. 967 Lodge of Elks.
Besides her husband of 10 years, she is survived by her children Raymond Barrett (Amy Beck), and Laura Barrett-Dunbar (Rob); her stepsons Nicholas and Jeffrey Berwell; her brother Michael DellaRocco Jr. and his wife Penny; her grandchildren Liliana, Liam, and Jemma; as well as 2 nieces and a nephew.

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Arrangements – A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Jesse Camille's Restaurant, 615 Church St, Naugatuck at 4:30 under the party tent at Jessie Camille's. In honor of Donna, please feel free to wear an article of her favorite color red. The Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Naugatuck is assisting with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Harold Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708.

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