Barbara A. Verboski Bakutis, 67, of North Haven, formerly of Thompson St., East Haven, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 13, 2012 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Charles R. Bakutis, Sr. Born in New Haven on December 7, 1944; a daughter of the late Joseph Verboski, Sr. and Stella A. Bencusky Verboski. Barbara had worked for Universal Wire and later as a self-employed housekeeper. She also had a great love for cats. Mother of Charles R. Bakutis, Jr., William M. Bakutis(Valerie Matteis) all of North Haven, Brian J. Bakutis (Tammy) of New Haven and the late Robert and Stella Bakutis. Mimi of Amanda, Billy, Nick, Blacey, Rachel, Morgan and Krystal. Aunt of Joseph Cheeseman of NY and William Orlando, Jr. (Pauline) of Old Saybrook. Predeceased by a brother Joseph Verboski, Jr. and sisters, Jeanette Orlando and Joan Cheeseman.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Wednesday morning at 10:15. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Pompeii Church at 11:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Tuesday (TODAY) from 5 to 8 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the CT Hospice, Inc., 110 Barnes Rd., Wallingford, CT 06492 or the Greater New Haven Cat Projects (GNHCP), P.O. Box 1432, New Haven, CT 06506.
Dear God,
Please bring comfort to Family and Friends that are grieving Barbara’s loss. Let them have peace in knowing that You hold her tight in Your loving arms. Thank you God for allowing me to be a part of her life.
XO Rest in Peace Barbara – I Love You
Aunt Barbara, just like your sister, Jeanette, you were taken from your family too soon. I have fond memories of you with Amanda and Billy when Antonio was little. And all those phone calls about grandma’s recipes :). My thoughts and prayers go out to Chuckie, Billy, Brian and their families.. All my love
Chucky, Billy, and Brian, I am so sorry about your mom’s passing. I know how special she was to each of you. I have nothing but good memories of the times I got to spend with her. Love Cindy
Charlie, Chuck, Billy and Brian and families: We are deeply sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. Distance and time separated us but our memories and love will remain. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
We miss you so much. You were a wonderful, caring and special person who will always be in our hearts and a part of our “family”. Hugs and kisses in heaven from Soph….
To the entire Bakutis Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you during this very sad time. We hope, in time, your memories will comfort you. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sal & Lisa
Billy…I am so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing..my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rest in peace, Aunt Barbara…you will be greatly missed <3
Miss u and love u Aunt Barbara….u were taken away much too young
We have lost the best friend.I will always love and miss Barbara she was my BFF.
I met Barbara (Mimi) 8/9 years ago. Since knowing her i learned how strong loving and compassionate she is. a few years later we became closer and closer. Maybe not by blood but definitely by love i considered her my grandmother she treated me like her part of her family. We have lost a beautiful woman but she will forever live on in our hearts. Love you mimi.
-Nit
Words can’t even describe how much I’m gonna miss you..though I only knew you for a couple of months it felt like forever I started to look at you as my grandma you are loved by so many and will be remembered by many..I love you Mimi gone but will never ever be forgotten..I will see you again!!!