Yen (Annie) Doll, 68, of Northford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Yale New Haven Hospital/St. Raphael Campus with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Robert Doll. Loving mother of Belinda Salvestrini and her partner Tommy Taylor and David Salvestrini and his partner Heather Salato. And beloved Mema of Jessie and Wyatt Taylor and Emily Salvestrini.
Annie was born in Thailand on July 20, 1955, and came to America in 1969. She had worked as an assembler for the former Marlin Firearms. She was full of energy and enjoyed going to the flea market, and playing slots on her many gambling trips to Atlantic City, Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun. She loved listening to a wide range of music and cherished her large collection of cassettes. She particularly admired Elvis and was an avid fan.
Annie was a great cook and loved preparing meals for dinner parties, holidays and picnics for her friends, and family. At the request of the late Father Joe, Annie prepared a dinner at the St. Monica’s Rectory for the Arch Bishop and his priests during their visit for confirmation.
One of Annie’s greatest gifts was spreading joy and helping friends, family and total strangers. Whether it was giving money or clothing to the homeless or sending candy down the church pews during Mass to a crying child.
Annie was always cheerful, enjoyed life, and touched everyone she met with her caring and generous love.
The visiting hours will be on Friday, November 3rd from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Ambrose Parish at St. Monica’s Church, 1321 Middletown Avenue, Northford on Saturday morning at 10:00 to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in All Saints Cemetery.
We are so sadden with the news of the passing of our friend Yen. We loved our visits to the Christmas parties and our dinners out with friends. She was always the most gracious host. Always a smile on her face. She will be dearly missed.
My condolences to the entire family. I cherish the times we had. Great times!Great laughs! Great food! A wonderful person and friend, will be sorely missed. Love ya, noodle
My deep condolences to bob and the family she will be sincerely miss at IHOP for all staff in peace go to the eternal rest Annie
I have so many wonderful memories of happy, fun times with Annie and Bob. She was so spirited and kind. She is in heaven now without pain. Bless her and Bob and family. Love and sympathy, Noreen
All of us at Big y are so sorry for your loss. My she RIP
I will cherish memories with Annie Doll. She’s one of the sweetest person I have known. Annie will be so missed. Rest in piece you sweet soul.
She was a sweet gentle woman. She suffered with dignity and grace.
Dear Belinda, Jessie, Wyatt, & Tommy- so sorry on your loss! She was a kind,sweet, woman who lived life to the fullest & loved her family so much! She is at peace & your guardian angel in heaven. Bless you all. Hugs, sympathy, & prayers.- Phyllis & Philip DeRosa
BD,
So sorry for your loss she is in a better place and at peace.
John r
Our sympathy goes out to everyone Yen has touched.. We cherish all the wonderful memories our families have shared. You are at peace. Our love and prayers to Bob, Belinda , Dave, Jesse and Wyatt.
Mommy, I love you so much! My heart hurts and I’m so broken. You were my bestfriend, my rock that held me together. You always knew how I felt without me saying a word. Your beautiful smile and your words of wisdom. We laughed, we cried and we shopped till we dropped. The kids miss you so much. I picked up the phone to call you and realized you weren’t there but I know you’re watching over us all. Bob misses you! Till we meet again mommy love you always❤️
Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
I love you so much Mema I miss you so much I’m so lost without you I miss everything about you your smile your laugh your hugs kisses sense of humor and more nothing will be the same without you ❤️ Rock the heavens up there I love you
May you find peace. May you laugh and cry with your memories. I will always remember haw strong and brave a women she was. She showed us how to live life
Belinda & Family
You are remembered in my prayers at this difficult time.
My deepest condolences
Sharon
I never had the pleasure of meeting Annie, I wish I had. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Bob, and your entire family.
God bless.
Happy Thanksgiving mom! I miss you so much ❤️
Mommy, It’s 4 months today you’ve been gone. I can’t believe it. I miss you so much . ❤️