Patricia A. Barry Gambino, 76, of Hamden passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 at Ark Healthcare & Rehabilitation at Branford Hills. She was the beloved wife of 54 years to William C. Gambino. Patricia was born in Brooklyn, New York on February 6th, 1948 and was the daughter of the late Patrick and Mary Farrell Barry. She worked as a Paraprofessional for the Hamden Board of Education for many years until her retirement. Patricia’s enjoyment was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren who she loved unconditionally. Mother of Laura A. Crothers (Joshua) and Lisa M. Mendes (Christopher). Grandmother of Grace and Matthew Crothers, and Hailey Mendes. Sister of Maureen Sexton and the late John Barry.
The visiting hours will be Sunday, April 21st from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Paul VI Parish at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Hamden on Monday morning, April 22nd at 11:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the OI Foundation at bonelink@oif.org
MY heart is broken, I will miss you forever. I will cherish all the good times we
had. Be sure to have a rum and coke with Big Joe, you are very special.
Love your Friend Rosemary
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Gambino, Crothers and Mendes families and her dear sister
Maureen and family. Pat’s laughter, kindness and generosity will
leave an indelible mark on all those that knew her.
Our memories of Pat are full of laughter and happy times. Her love for her husband, daughters and grandchildren knew no bounds.
Our world has lost a special person but heaven has gained an
angel.
Lisa, I am so very sorry to hear this news. May she forever sleep in the arms of the angels 🙏❤️
I worked with Pat for many years . Pat was a warm, kind, giving and loving individual who had ac great sense of humor patcwas always there to lend a helping hand. We used to gather at her house for special occasions pat was a special woman and. My heart goes out to her wonderful family
I worked with Pat for many years at Spring Glen School. She was always smiling and positive and gave her all to the children in her care. She had a great sense of humor and was always willing to try something new. Condolences to her family . She loved you all so much!
I only got to work with Pat for one year before I left Hamden. She helped me in the Early Childhood Special Education class. She was so kind and loving with the children. I will always remember how I came in on St. Patrick’s Day to find leprechaun footprints in the classroom leading to goodies for the children!