Nancy Gray Sartini, age 71, passed away at her home on October 1, 2018.  Born in Manchester NH, Nancy is survived by brothers Ted Gray and Alan Gray; niece KatieJo Forman; nephew Tyler Gray; aunts Mary Ann Medzela, Michalena Krupa; cousin Carol Hutton all of New Hampshire and cousin Kyle Krupa of Hartford, CT.  A graduate of Central High School Class of 1965 Manchester, NH, Nancy continued her education at Southern Connecticut State University earning a BS degree in Social Work in 1969.  She earned an MS degree in Social Work Administration at Fordham University-New York City.  Her professional career spanned 37 years with the New Haven Public Schools as a Social Worker and subsequently, as Supervisor of Social Work and Special Education. Her devotion to students and families of New Haven was reflected in her commitment in having a diverse staff that reflected the needs of the community.  Nancy will be remembered for her laughter, love of learning, curiosity, and devotion to family and friends.  Photography, art, design and theatre were her lifelong interests.  We will miss her wonderful smile, and the love she gave to each of us. 

A remembrance gathering for Nancy will take place at the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, North Haven on Saturday, November 10th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  In lieu of flowers Nancy may be remembered by gifting the New Haven Scholarship Fund, PO Box 8936, New Haven, CT 06532.  Funds to be designated for students pursuing an education in School Social Work