Rosemary Ressa Abissi, 81, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Benchmark Senior Living. She was the beloved wife of Carl Abissi. Rosemary was born in New Haven on March 28, 1942, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Carolyn Magliano Ressa. She had worked as a teacher for the former Saint Margaret-McTernan School for many years until her retirement. Rosemary enjoyed cooking, trips to Cape Cod and Florida with her family and would volunteer her time at the thrift stores. She was an avid fan of the New York Yankees. Loving mother of Carl (Melanie) Abissi. Beloved Nana of Sofia, Gabriella, and Liliana Abissi. Sister of Carolyn (Andrew) Wilson.
The visiting hours will be on Sunday from 11AM – 1PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A service will be conducted in the funeral home at 1:00. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
My thoughts and prayers will be share each and every night for Mrs. Rosemary Abissi, a wife, mother, sister, friend, teacher and nana. Rosemary was very kind, joyful and patient individual who gave great support to those whose lives she supported each and everyday. I can remember the smiles and joy she felt watching her son, C.R., running through the hills, valleys and trails when he competed in varsity cross country at St. Margaret-s McTernan School, a school she loved and truly loved her back. Rosemary was one of the pillars of the school community; she was the foundation that gave the School the pride and success both in the classroom and on the athletic field. May Rosemary through her love and guidance continue to inspire her family and friends through the lifelong memories she has bestowed upon us. God Bless, Coach Behr