Evelyn Ann Teodoro Mariano, 91, of Branford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at the Hamden Healthcare Center. She was the beloved wife of 44 years to the late Nicholas J. Mariano who was her one and only love, they were a couple since the 6th grade. She was born in New Haven on October 14, 1923; daughter of the late Ronti and Anna Laudano Teodoro. Evelyn was a hard working devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and homemaker. She took great pride in cooking, cleaning and caring for her family and home. She deeply loved her immediate and extended family and friends. Evelyn was a strong, independent and organized woman who was proud of her Italian heritage. She worked at the former Robby Len bathing suit factory for many years while her children were in school – a job she truly enjoyed. Evelyn’s hobbies were playing cards, going to the casino, gardening and removing spots and stains. She will be missed. Mother of Robert J. Mariano and John W. Mariano. Grandmother of Robert Mariano, Jr., Jodi (Andrew) Trice and Graham Mariano. Great-Grandmother of Tristan Mariano, Owen and Chloe Trice. Sister of Albert Teodoro and the late Matilda (Arnold) Fasano, Edith (John) Manzi, Levia (Vincent) Anquillore, Enus (Augie) Dattilo, William (Josephine) Teodoro and Ruben (Rose) Teodoro.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Friday morning at 10:30. Family and friends may call from 9:00 to 10:30 am. A Mass of Christian burial will follow in St. Therese Church, North Haven at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Branford Food Bank c/o Branford Town Hall, 1019 Main St., Branford, CT 06405 or the Alzheimer’s Association, CT Chapter, 2075 Silas Deane Hwy., Ste. 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.
I will always remember Evelyn with a smile. I enjoyed watching her at family gatherings, she really made me laugh. Her quick wit and a little wink and you new she was up to a tease to whom ever was up for it. I miss those days, very much. She was also a great card player. My best to her family. John if you need to talk don't hesitate to call.
Dear Family and Friends,
I'm sorry for your loss. I just wanted to leave you with an encouraging scripture that has helped me deal with the loss of a loved one. It is found in the Bible Book of Acts 24:15 and it reads, "And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous."
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