Obituary: Cristina Marie Tansino, 29, of Wallingford

From Wallingford Funeral Home

Cristina Marie Tansino, 29, of Wallingford passed away at home on Friday, October 7, 2016. She was born in Worcester, MA, June 2, 1987, a daughter of Dr. Gary and Deborah (Breen) Tansino.

Cristina attended ACES and touched the hearts of many loving teachers, aides, bus drivers and in-home caregivers. She was cherished by her family and by all who knew her. Without the use of words, she taught us acceptance, compassion, empathy, and unconditional love.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister Danielle Tansino; her brother, Joseph Tansino and his wife Samantha; her grandmother, Angela Tansino; her nana, Jeanette Goodrich; her nonni, Helen Breen; and many other loving family members. She was predeceased by her grandfathers, Francis Tansino and William Breen.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be sent to Aces Village School, 31 Temple Street, North Haven, CT 06473.

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