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.