Mary A. Palumbo Freda, 85, of West Haven, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Monday, August 12, 2013 after a three month illness. She was the wife of the late Michael A. Freda. Mary was born in Derby on May 7, 1928, was the daughter of the late James and Madelyn Montefusco Palumbo. She grew up in New Haven and moved to West Haven where she was a resident for the past 60 years. Mary was a crossing guard for the West Haven School System and had just completed her 35th year working as a crossing guard for the Seth G. Haley Elementary School. Mother of North Haven First Selectman Michael J. Freda (Shirley) of North Haven and James M. Freda (Domenica) of Milford. Grandmother of Shari, Michael, Michelle, Jamie and Tiffany Freda. Sister of Ann Turcio of East Haven, Rose Panza and Joseph Palumbo both of West Haven and the late Jean LoRusso, Julie Bobo, Annette Marchetti and Sam Palumbo. Also survived by twenty nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank all of the nurses and aides from Home Instead, Well Care and Hospice for providing a level of compassion and comfort during these past few months.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven on Friday morning August 16th at 10:00 to attend a mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal services immediately following in St. Lawrence Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the CT Hospice, Inc., 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405.
Hey Mike and Jimmy sorry for your loss . Been there w dad two years ago so I known but its always good to hear from friends.
Mike & family,
I am so sorry about your mom’s passing. Valerie offered some nice words
and a moment of silence in her honor. She sounds like she was a bright light to all. Keeping you all in prayer. God bless.
Michael, Jimmy, Robyn and families
I remember your mother/aunt sitting at Julie’s table on Park Street, like it was yesterday. She was such a nice person. I send my sympathy to all of you; you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike, Jimmy, and family members:
Our hearts are saddened by her passing, but our memories of her will always be happy. She had two wonderful sons and a close family who loved her dearly. Although she will be missed by all of us, we know that she is now in Heaven and re-united with her parents, husband, sisters, and brother. Rest in peace and happiness forever, Aunt Mary.
All our love always,
Barbara and Paul
Mike, No words can alleviate the sense of loss that you feel. Just know that you are surrounded by so many who are here to support you. Now is the time to celebrate the wonderful 85 years of your mom’s life.
Mike, Shirley and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mike and family, I’m sorry for your loss. My you take comfort in knowing she is now reunited with her husband and they now both are with our Lord forever.
Mike and family
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Remember all of the good times that you had with her.
Mike and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael…we know how much you loved and cared for your mother, and can only imagine how proud she was of you and how much she loved you. Mothers and sons have a special bond and I’m sure you and your brother were uniquely special in your mother’s heart. Our deepest condolences to you, your brother, and your families. With all our hearts, Nick, Elisa & Cristina.
Mike and Shirley our thoughts and prayers go out to the Freda family in this difficult time. Ruth and Karla
Mike and family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Memories are what help get you thru this difficult time Sincerely Mary and Bob Perrotti
Mike, Jimmy and families….so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. What a terrific woman and mother she was. She and my aunt Pauline were such good friends. My aunt spoke fondly of her. I will remember her always for her friendliness, smile and kind words. My sympathy to all of you on your loss, but be thankful for the long life God gave her and the many good times you shared. May she rest in peace.
Michael Freda and Family,
My husband and I extend our deepest condolences for the loss of your mother, Mary. She certainly was a wonderful person as shown in the memorial.
Jimmy and Family , Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I have found memories of your mom with your aunts, having coffee, seeing them at mass. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Rosa, Marisa and Vinnie DiMicco
DEAR FREDA FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR ON THE PASSING OF YOUR MOM. THE HAPPY MEMORIES THAT YOU HAVE, WILL KEEP HER WITH YOU FOREVER & HELP COMFORT YOU. SINCERE SYMPATHY & PRAYERS.
Our heart felt sympathies on the passing of your mom, Mary. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.