Geraldine Gaudette DeSalvatore, 91, of North Haven, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at the Whitney Manor, Hamden. She was the beloved wife of the late Ernest R. DeSalvatore. Geraldine was born in New Britain on January 24, 1921; daughter of the late Armond and Leonie Allard Gaudette. Geraldine was known for her happy disposition, quick wit and the joy of life with her family. She and her late husband enjoyed traveling, square dancing and a happy life together for 64 years. Geraldine worked for many years in the office of Montowese Elementary School of North Haven. She is survived by four children, Ann Polanski of Wallingford, Renee DeSalvatore of Bloomfield, Ernest R. DeSalvatore, Jr. of Branford and Gerald M. DeSalvatore of Dennis, MA., seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and dear friends Mick Errede, Bill Bacon and Judith Sullo.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a mass of Christian burial on Saturday morning, September 8th, 2012 in St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Ave., North Haven at 11:00. There will be no visiting hours. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family in the North Haven Center Cemetery. The North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue has been entrusted with Mrs. DeSalvatore’s arrangements.
We miss Gerry so very much and I cherish the time I had with her, enjoying her friendship, her quick wit and all the fun times. She has been my “mother-in-law” for 22 years and has enriched my life enormously through her wonderful holidays together, our special little shopping and lunches and our special phone chats. I always enjoyed seeing her eyes light up when we arrived to visit her and she knew her son Ernie was there with her, to help or to amuse her.
We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your Family.
Dear Earnie and Judy,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.
Even though I did not have the pleasure of meeting her, I heard great stories of her from Ricky.
DeSalvatore family, May each of you find comfort in the warm memories of such a lovely, lovely lady! We are sending prayers your way….
May God grant her the peace of everlasting life and give you happiness for having had such a fine lady in your lives.