Raffaelina “Rae” D’Amato DiNicola, 91, of Hamden, formerly of Quinnipiac Avenue, North Haven, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 29th, 2022 at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank DiNicola. Rae was born in New Haven on May 30th, 1930 and was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna Ressa D’Amato. Mother of Lisa DiNicola (Joseph Dombrowski) and Marcy LaBella (Peter). Also survived by her precious most loved sister Georgeann Glennon (Matthew), Sister-in-law of Sandra D’Amato, her nieces and nephews whom she adored and her very special forever friend Jan Rapuano. Predeceased by her brothers Nathan and Frank D’Amato, Jr. Rae truly had a loving beautiful soul always a smile and kind word for all. She loved her family and was the best mother anyone could have had. She had a lifelong love of music and always had a beautiful singing voice. She will live forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
The visiting hours will be Sunday, Feb. 6th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A service to be conducted at 4:00 PM in the funeral home. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family in St. Lawrence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929 or the Animal Haven, Inc., 89 Mill Road, North Haven, CT 06473
Marcy & Lisa,
I only met your mom a few times but her beautiful heart shined through. The original inventor of “I see it happening but there’s nothing I can do about it”! Every time I think of your mom it warms my heart. Love you guys and can see where your kindness comes from. Her beautiful soul will live on forever.
With love-Spikes other mommy,
Cheryl
(Sorry he was so naughty but she loved him anyways 💕)
Such a beautifully written tribute – so fitting for a lady who loved so unconditionally & so completely, and in turn was so loved by all …whose lives she touched. My dear friend Marcy and big sister Lisa, I am feeling for you both so deeply during this sad period & and am touched by the depth of your loss. You were blessed with such an Angel of a mother, & I know that you both always recognized that, & I’m just so sorry for your pain. May she rest in peace, as she reunites with your dear father – and may you both find some comfort in the company of all those who love you and care so much. With love & sympathy, Eileen & Larry
Marcy and Lisa, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother and extend our deepest condolences to you and your families. It is hard losing our parents. My the the love and memories you shared bring you comfort now and in the future.
Rick and Chris
Dear Lisa & Marcy,
I am so very sorry to read about the passing
Of your mom 💔. My heart is so heavy and filled
With sorrow.
I will never forget your mom’s beautiful smiling
Face. Your mom was truly a beautiful woman inside and
Outside.
Please accept my deepest condolences during this very
Difficult time.
Sincerely ,
Maria Laudano Plant 💔💔
So sorry to hear about your moms passing she was always such a happy person ..never said a bad word about anyone…she was a wonderful lady
marcy & lisa
i ‘m so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. she was such a sweet lady and always treated me like family whenever i visited your home. she was very funny and always accepted me for who i was, especially with me walking into your house with a six pack, some punk records and a crazy hair-do!!! i know how close you all were and it breaks my heart not to be up there with you in your time of mourning. i’ll definitely be there in spirit! love to you all, iggy
To My Cousins Lisa and Marcy and family,
I am sad to hear of the passing of your mother. She was truly a beautiful person. I have many pleasant memories of your mother and our family. Please accept my condolences for your loss.