Josephine V. Tondalo Pragano, 90, of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 19, 2019 at the Cheshire House, Waterbury. She was born in New Haven on October 16, 1928 and was the daughter of the late James and Josephine Cirillo Tondalo. Josephine had worked for the Matlaw’s Food Products of West Haven; enjoyed cooking, taking frequent trips to the casino but most of all she enjoyed her family whom she loved unconditionally. Mother of Michael Pragano, Sr. (Rosemarie), Robert Pragano (David Sundwall) and Mark Pragano (Catherine). Grandmother of Lisa Baxter (Joe), Lori Kozlowski (Mike), Amy Trenchard, Michael Pragano, Jr, Emily Pragano and Katie Holman. Great-Grandmother of Emma, Jackson, Michael, Miliana, Olivia, Ashlyn and Gianna. Sister of Theresa Coppola, Rose Notargiacomo and James Tondalo. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.
The visiting hours will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Her funeral procession will leave the funeral home on Wednesday morning at 11:00. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church, North Haven at 11:30 am. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Dear Creator of all,
She was a pillar, a gift of love, a treasure to our soul.
Always caring, ever kind and giving, even as she grew old.
To us she was our lovely mom, we were her beloved children.
I could only know her a little, you knew her spirit deep inside.
Whilst waves of grief break over me, crushing us like a storm,
You’ve greeted her with a warm embrace, and gently called her home.
It’s silent and so empty here, since she passed away,
And yet she will hear celebration, called forever into grace.
Prayers,
Ja’e
We are so sorry for your loss and we are sending you love. Praying for your hearts…
Bob, Mike, Mark, and the entire Pragano family. I am so deeply saddened to hear of Dollys passing. She will be greatly missed. I thank God for the memories I have of her. She certainly was a fun loving woman! God Bless all of you during this difficult time. 🌹
Dear Pragano Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dolly was an amazing woman and will be greatly missed.
My dearest, favorite Auntie my heart is filled with sadness. In my head, I know that you’re living a new glorious life. My so many memories of you, will always be in the treasure chest of my heart. Never to be forgotten. Rest In Peace Auntie. Until we meet again. I love you so much.
Niece Sandi
Dear Our Lord & Savior,
Please bless and bring my Aunt into your most forgiving arms and heart. She lived a wonderful life here with us all, we’re thankful that we had so much time with her. Memories are all that we have now. Cherished and closest to our hearts she will always be. Go forth into the bright, shining light our dearest Josephine and be free. Together again our loved ones will be forever more.
Missing and loving you always and forever,
Nephew Christopher
It is with a heavy heart that I read of the passing of Dolly. I looked forward to each and every trip that she made to the casino with the Jolly Time Seniors, if for no other reason than to break stones with her. No matter how much I tried to get one up on her it was always to no avail because she ALWAYS was ready for a comeback. I am a better man to have been blessed to have crossed paths with her. Rest in Peace dear one. Heaven is even a better place with her there.
(past President of Jolly Time Seniors)
To all
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dolly.
God has her now, she is in a much better place no more pain or worries. May anyone who was touched this angel find love and peace from her heart in Dolly’s time of passing.
Much Love in these times of despair
Brian and Sherri
Mike I’m sorry about the passing of your mom. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Sending love -Stacy
To all of the Pragano Family
We are very sorry for your loss. Always keep the memories of Dolly in your heart. They will bring you comfort during this very hard time. Peace to you all.
She had to be a great person because it rubbed of on her son Mike