Elizabeth “Betina” Castellani Rowland, 96, of North Haven, formerly of Woodbridge passed away peacefully on Friday, February 12, 2021 at the Masonicare Health Center, Wallingford with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Erwin “Bud” Rowland. Mother of Wayne Rowland and Mark Rowland (Michele). Grandmother of MaryBeth Rowland and Michael Rowland. Predeceased by her brothers Julius and Louis Castellani, sisters Mary Pantani and Dorothy Strasinski. Elizabeth was born in New Haven on November 15, 1924 and was the daughter of the late Quinto and Elvira Mencoboni Castellani. She had worked as an Examiner for the State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles for many years. Elizabeth was a loving mother and grandmother who loved family gatherings. She enjoyed dancing, art lesson, world travel, cruising, reading and playing bridge.
Family and friends may call at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue on Thursday morning, Feb. 18th from 10:30 to 11:30. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 12noon in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven. Entombment will follow in the St. Lawrence Garden Mausoleum, West Haven.
Dear Michele…so sorry to learn of your mother-in-law’s passing…please know you & Mark are in my thoughts & prayers…fondly, Sandie Beatificato
February 14, 2021
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“Our deepest condolences to Betty’s family and friends, especially her son Mark, who unfailingly watched over her like a guardian angel. Our hearts go out to you. She was a ray of sunshine who made everyone’s world a better place. We will miss her sharp wit and warm smile. Forever the optimist, she was an inspiration to all whose lives she touched. Thanks for all the beautiful family memories Aunt Betty. Peace be with you until we meet again.
Much Love, Val & Gregg Moffatt”
I want Betty’s sons to know that their Mom was a special, kind, patient loving woman. In 2021 we were roommates at Montowese Rehab center. I will never forget her. Jeanne Aaron
I only recently found out that Betty passed away. I worked with her at DMV in Hamden. She was a wonderfully kind, upbeat and sweet woman.never saw her in a bad mood.when my father passed in 1999 she was one of only about 10 people that I worked with that came to the service.im sorry that I didn’t get to attend hers.