Barbara Ann Esposito Rourke, 79, of North Haven passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 20, 2016 at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford. She was the beloved wife of 59 years to John B. Rourke. Barbara was born in New Haven on September 8, 1936; daughter of the late Michael and Carmel Sirico Esposito and had worked as a bank teller at the former Dime Savings Bank. Mother of Ellen (Paul) Dufour, John W. Rourke and Michael T. Rourke. Grandmother of Derek & Lauren Dufour, Caitlin (Anthony) Esposito and Devon Rourke. Sister of Charles (Barbara) Esposito. Predeceased by her daugther-in-law Carol Sabat Rourke. The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to all the doctors, nurses and the entire staff on Verdi 3 North M.I.C.U. at St. Raphael’s Campus for the excellent comfort and care they provided to Barbara.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 10:00. Interment will follow in the All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Sunday from 3 to 6 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.
So sorry my condolence to the Rourke family
I want to offer my condolences to the Rourke family.I just read the paper at seven and was too late for the Wake. I am sorry for your loss. My family grew up in Fair Haven around the corner from your family and we went to St.Francis school. Barbara was such a nice person and I am sure she will be missed by all.
Dear Ellen, Paul & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was such a wonderful lady. It seems like yesterday, we were just kids and she helped me with my first Dime Savings Account. When I would drive my grandmother to the bank, she would wait until her favorite teller "Barbara" had to wait on her. Those good old days went by so fast… It was always a pleasure to see her around town throughout the years. She always had that beautiful smile and caring way.
My heart breaks for you and your entire family, as the loss of a mother is very difficult. Our prayers are with you.
I am very sorry for your loss. I hope that knowing your loved one is in God's memory and promised that we will be able to see them again will give your family some comfort during this difficult time. (John 5:28&29)
My sincerest condolences to the Rourke Family. My God Bless all of you during this difficult time.