Victoria Geloso Astorino, 88, of Hamden, former resident of Frost Drive, North Haven since 1955, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at the Hamden Health Care Center with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Michael L. Astorino. Victoria was born in New Haven on January 14, 1926; daughter of the late Anthony and Minnie Mastrianni Geloso; had worked for Picker International for eleven years and later for Nova Metrics for eleven years until her retirement. Mother of Richard (Karen) Astorino, David Astorino, Michael (Debbie) Astorino, Angela Astorino and Terry (Joseph) Napierkowski. Grandmother of Richard (Laura) Astorino, Anthony, Nicholas, Felicia and Christian (Stacy) Astorino, Whitney (Jake) Kolipano, Victoria and Alexandra Castaldi. Great-Grandmother of Hannah Clark, Sofia, Cassidy, Maggie and Lilah Astorino, Jonathan Martin and Isabella Sewell. Sister of Carmel (Orlando) Ruotolo and the late Joseph & Angelo Geloso and Michael Mastriano. Also survived by Tyler Shields who was like another grandchild, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Ave, Saturday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 10:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, CT Chapter, 2075 Silas Deane Hwy., Ste. 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or the CT Hospice, Inc., 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405.
I'm so sorry. I understand your pain-there's just no one like a mom. She's where she's wanted to be for a long time-with your Dad.
My deepest sympathies to the family. I am very sorry for your loss, God bless you all.
Max
Terry,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Mom. She was a beautiful person and will be missed by many people who's lives she touched. She is now with our Lord.
With Deepest Sympathy
David
Dear Terry, Victoria and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Fondly, Fran Parness
My aunt & godmother has had a long journey and is now at peace. She will continue to live in the hearts of all her loved her. I will always hold a special place in my heart for such a warm and gentle aunt.
Terr,
My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom during these trying times!
The Jackson Family
Terry, Joe, Angela and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. Know that in Heaven you have an Angel that bears the name MOM who will always watch over you. Forever in your heart she will remain.
Love you all,
Louise, Joe, Gabby, Briana and Joey D'Amico
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
I am saddened by the loss of your mother. I have known you since the day I hired you and your family as well. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Howard & Joanne Barron
Terry, Victoria and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. God Bless you Chris & Sandy
Dear Richard, David, Michael, Angela, Terry & families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the death of your dear mother.
How I remember all the visits, food and conversations shared with your family.
She is now at rest in the Lord and with your dad. Our faith reminds us that when our early
Journey ends, life does not end but is transformed to Enetnal Life.
Her many years here of giving, caring, loving and yes, worrying are the treasures she brings to God.
Blessings and prayers, Dick & Angela. (Florida) olletnas@sbcglobal .net
Terry, Joe, Ang & families, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful Mom. She is now in a place where there is no pain or suffering. My memories of her are going to Church 17 years ago and sometimes we would sit together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family at this difficult time. Love, Cher, Gail & Darlene
I am sorry for your loss and my deep sympathies to you and your family.
Terry and Family,I am so sorry for your loss.I know it was a long road to handle.May your mom be at peace and all of you also.With deepest sympathy