Obituary: Mary F. Ruggiero Mancini, 106, of North Haven

Information via North Haven Funeral Home

Mary F. Ruggiero Mancini, 106, a proud and lifelong resident of North Haven passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Ernest Mancini and the late Russell Rega.

Mary was born in North Haven on March 11, 1913 and was the daughter of the late Frank and Philomena Ruggiero. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed dancing and spending her winters in Florida where she taught line dancing for 18 years. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose greatest enjoyment was spending time with all her family and friends whom she loved unconditionally.

Mother of Elaine (Frank) Raviola, Carole (Richard) Bush, Mary (Paul) Massey and Ernest (Patricia) Mancini. Grandmother of Susan Telesz, Richard C. Bush, Marc Bush, Kristen Kuselias, Shannon Dooley, Jonathan Mancini and Carolyn Mancini. Also survived by 12 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her brothers Anthony and Rocco Ruggiero.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford 06405.

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