Obituary: Lisa Ann Brett, 58, Of Stratford

STRATFORD, CT — (Contributed): Lisa Ann Brett, 58, of Stratford, was diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer in August and fought a brave battle for 4 months, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 24, 2021, surrounded closely by her loving family.

She was born on March 7, 1963, in Providence, Rhode Island and survived by her daughter, Briana Rell Shore of Rehoboth, MA, her loving partner Daniel J Chiesa of Stratford, CT, father Charles E Brett of Rehoboth, MA, her brothers Mark C Brett of Rehoboth, MA and Keith J Brett of Fort Lauderdale, FL, sister-in-law Becky Brett of Fort Lauderdale, FL, niece Amelia Brett of Fort Lauderdale, FL, aunt Marilyn Brett of Seekonk, MA, aunt Barbara J Brett-Robinson of Rumford, Rhode Island. Lisa is also the daughter of the late Mary A Brett.

Lisa grew up in Seekonk, Massachusetts, then moved to Elma, NY. She returned to the Rehoboth, Massachusetts and Rumford, Rhode Island area in her 20's. Later she moved to Trumbull, CT, then settled in the Paradise Green area of Stratford, CT.

Lisa graduated from Notre Dame HS, Batavia NY, class of 81. After high school, she attended University of Buffalo, Buffalo New York, majoring in Dance and Theatre. She went on to earn a Liberal Arts Associates Degree from Hilbert College, Hamburg, New York. She continued her education by attending the Katherine Gibbs School for Business, Providence, Rhode Island. Also, earning an Equine/Animal assistant Therapy Certificate.

At the time of her passing, she was a valuable HR/Civil Service employee of the Town of Trumbull, CT. Lisa was a beautiful loving caring and one-of-a-kind wonderful woman inside and out and was a proud caring mother and would glow with pride when you spoke of her daughter. She was always eager to help others and share her knowledge to anyone in need.

Lisa was a gifted artist and musician, especially with her uplifting beautiful voice when she sang, along with being able to play the guitar, drums, and bass, which were all self-taught. Growing-up, Lisa participated playing in many bands as lead-vocals, including playing other musical instruments with these bands. While singing, playing the guitar, and many other instruments that she would play – she was also involved with horseback riding and going to shows with her horse. She was an extremely talented artist and would draw and paint stunning art work. She also had a great interest for Fine Arts, gardening, flowers, Equestrian Sports, love for all animals, and a passion for horses which she had a great wealth of knowledge for over 30 plus years. Her additional interest and training with Equine/Animal assistant Therapy, along with her leadership skills allowed her to work with many horses and be a great advocacy with the kids, seniors, and many others in need.

Lisa was a proud mother and loved her daughter, her family, and all her friends, who she always put first. She will be missed by all, but never forgotten.

Please join us in a Memorial Service Celebrating her Life on JUNE 5, 2022, between 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Boothe Memorial Park & Museum, 5800 Main St, Stratford, CT 06614.

Stop by at any time, as we will be having catering services from Gusto’s Italian restaurant, Micalizzi Italian ice and ice cream, along with Lisa’s all-time favorite Dell’s Lemonade.