HARWINTON – Utilia (Tillie) Rossi, 88, of Harwinton, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024, with family at her side.
Tillie was born to the late Frank and Mary Pagano on July 30, 1935, in Torrington. Tillie was married to her beloved husband, the late Ernest H. Rossi, in 1955.
Tillie is survived by her four children, Ernest Rossi (wife Sheree) of Harwinton, Deborah Birden (husband John) of Harwinton, Wendy Gnazzo (husband Doug) of Canton, David Rossi of Harwinton; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Tillie worked at Torrington Extend-A-Care for several years before retiring. Growing up a devout Catholic, Tillie shared her love for the Lord and her faith in Jesus always remained strong.
Graveside services have been entrusted to Phalen Funeral Home. There will be no calling hours.
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