GRILLO, Michele Doucette
Michele Grillo, 43, of West Haven passed away peacefully Saturday (June 15, 2013) at Connecticut Hospice, surrounded by her family after a brief battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Abele Grillo; loving mother of Abele and Amanda, both of West Haven. She is survived by her mother Mary Doucette; sister Laura Doucette; as well as aunt and uncle, Alberta and Donald Guest. She was predeceased by her father, Robert Doucette and her grandmother Josephine Armellin. She also leaves many friends and family. Michele was born in New Haven on June 14, 1970. She was a graduate of Eli Whitney Class of 1988. Michele worked for West Haven Board of Education as a paraprofessional at Alma E. Pagels Elementary School. Michele was also a former employee of Everybody's Market and Ann Taylor. She was a member of Lauralton Hall's Parents' Association and a former member of Notre Dame High School's Parents Club. Her family would like to thank the staff of Smilow Cancer Center of New Haven and Ct. Hospice.
The hours for visitation will be Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. Her funeral procession will leave the funeral home Friday morning at 10:30 for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 in St. John Vianney Church. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.westhavenfuneral.com.
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Karen Gordon
June 12, 2019
During this time, I pray that God will continue to give you comfort and peace as you remember your loved one.
Marleen Cullen
June 12, 2019
Missing Michele and thinking of the Grillo family today, and Mary too. Sending all our thoughts, prayers, and love your way.
Love Kelly, Marleen, Kevin & Kyle Cullen
Michael Pepin
June 29, 2013
Abe I was sad to hear of Michele's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lori Jensen
June 23, 2013
To Both families of Michele, my deepest sympathy to all of you. I only knew her from Church, my Mom and I would sit in the row in front of her and her family, and will always remember her with a warm and beautiful smile when greeting us...
Phyllis Martino
June 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I knew Michele when we were teenagers through Laura and she was always a pleasure to be around even though she was the "little sister". May the love and legacy she leaves behind help get you through these tough times.
Beth Wattenburger
June 20, 2013
Abe, I am so sorry to hear about Michelle's passing. I am sure she is watching over you, the kids and the rest of her family. She was such a sweet woman, I have never met anyone nicer nor more sincere. My prayers and heart go out to you.
Jo Anne Murphy
June 20, 2013
Abe, I send my condolences to you and your family, and know that God will be there to see you and the family through this, my prayers are with you.
Carmen Doucette-LaBonte'
June 20, 2013
Mary,Laurie,Able,A.J.and Amanda ,My Thoughts and Prayer's are with you all in this time of Sadness,Michele will surely be Missed by all that knew her.I will Cherish My Times and memories and keep them close at hand through out my life!I wish I could of been there for you all but please know I am with you all in spirit and you will be my Prayers. Stay Strong ,Sincerly Carmen
MaryAnn Gambardella Warner
June 20, 2013
To the entire Grillo family & all who loved her, please accept our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Gambardella Family
Gail Gadsden
June 20, 2013
Dear Abe,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God give you the strength to see you through the sadness you are dealing in the coming days.
Gina Seaman
June 20, 2013
Abe and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Michele, a wonderful wife, mom and person. You are in our Hearts and prayers always. She will always be your Angel from Above.
Love, Gina & Joe Seaman and Children
Karen
June 20, 2013
Dear Abe, I very sorry about the lost of your beloved wife. May God comfort you and your family during this period and give you peace. God Bless you.
June 20, 2013
Dear Abele and Familly:
So sorry to here about the passing of Michele. You will be forever in our prayers.
Tony,Roseann and Tony Cavallaro
DIANE PAECHT
June 20, 2013
MICHELLE WAS ONE OF THE KINDEST PEOPLE IVE EVER COME ACROSS HER LOVE FOR CHILDREN WAS A BLESSING TO EVERYONE. SHE WAS ALWAYS ONE OF MY SONS FAVORITE PARAS AT PAGELS WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS THE LOVE AND DEDICATION SHE ALWAYS SHOWED WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS SENDING SPECIAL PRAYERS HEAVEN HAS RECIEVED A TRUE ANGEL LOVINGLY, THE PAECHT FAMILY
Mike & Nancy Guliani
June 19, 2013
Mary, Laura and family
We want to extend our deepest sympathies for your loss. May God be with you through this difficult time.
June 19, 2013
Dear Laura,
We are so sorry to hear about your unexpected loss. I only met Michelle on one of your lovely gatherings and I will always remember her as a loving, vibrant person. Thoughts and prayers are with you and mom on this very sad and difficult day.
Pat and Paul Zakur
The Agresta Family
June 19, 2013
To say that my family and I will miss Michele would be an understatement. Getting to know all of you these last five years was a gift we will all cherish for the rest of our lives. We love you all so very much.
Mena Argentari
June 19, 2013
no words can describe our most condolence to the mother Mary and sister Laura and to the children, husband and entire family, may God Bless you all with strenght and peace, she is in a better place.. Maria De Nicola and Argentari's family
Kate Scordino
June 19, 2013
Dearest Abe and family: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Michele. I am so glad that I was able to meet Michele and from our brief meeting I could see what a wonderful wife and Mother to your children she was. May the love that you all shared remain forever in your hearts bringing you lasting peace and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Janice Vece Agostini
June 18, 2013
Alberta & April and Family. So sorry for your loss. I know your pain. I hope she did not suffer. May she rest in peace with all my angels in heaven and my prepetual light shine upon her.
Janice Vece Agostini & family
June 18, 2013
Abe, Abele and Amanda, We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers. Michel and Gail Masotta and family
Gary Tinney
June 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss.God Bless your family!! The Tinney Family
Penny Fongemie
June 18, 2013
Michele was a wonderful woman. I am sadden by her death. It was an honor to know her.
April Davis
June 18, 2013
Mary,
There is no greater loss than the loss of a child. My heart aches for you. I am praying for you and your family. Peace be with you.
Laura,
I am so sorry for the loss of your baby sister. She is now your guardian angel. With love always, April & family
April Davis
June 18, 2013
Abe, Abele & Amanda,
Words cannot express the sorrow and loss felt from Michele's sudden passing. May God guide you through this most difficult time. Michele will live on in our memories and in her beautiful children. With love, April & family
Kimberly Waycotte-Peele
June 18, 2013
Mary, Laurie, Abe, Abele, Amanda, Donnie & Alberta: My deepest condolences go out to you and the rest of the family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sadness. Now Michele is an Angel looking down on you all and watching over you all. Think of all of the great memories that you have all had with her and keep them close to your heart and soul. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. I love you and miss you all.
Love ya Kim
Ashley Sojka
June 18, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, your family are in my prayers. She is now an angel up in heaven watching down at your family in whatever you may do
Marleen Cullen
June 18, 2013
Michelle will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Take comfort in knowing how many lives she touched with her genuine warmth! Sending all our thoughts, prayers, and love your way.
Love Kelly, Marleen, Kevin & Kyle Cullen
Donna O'Connor
June 18, 2013
Abe, I am so sorry for the loss of your wife. May you and your family grow to cherish the memories and find peace.
Ashley Sojka
June 18, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss Amanda, you and your family are in my prayers. She is now an angel watching over you and cheering you on in whatever you do!
June 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss,you now have an angel to look over u all your life. May God be with you all. Love the Demayodebbiedemayo on Blohm stMy
Linda Dawson
June 18, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your angel will be up there looking over you for the
rest of your lives
Donald Guest
June 18, 2013
Abele.Abele, & Amanda..(sounds like a law firm) as much as we are sorry for our loss .. i am so grateful that Michelle has been so much a part of our lives ....and right now its those thoughts of Michelle is the only thought that will bring a smile Shes an angel
Carmela (Smith ) Castriciano
June 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss Abe. In my memory you and michelle are just starting your beautiful family together. My prayers go out to you and your children. May God bless you and help you through this difficult time. Carmela (Smith) Castriciano
JoAnn Montz
June 18, 2013
Michele was truly a wonderful mom, educator and always smiling!! She will truly be missed!
June 18, 2013
abele,so sorry for you loss you are in our thoughts and prayers may your mom rest in peace. Matt And Dawn White
Paul Podemski
June 18, 2013
How ever difficult it may seem to see beyond your sorrow,
May Michele's love in your hearts and memories help comfort you always.
Cindy Burke
June 18, 2013
Dear Abe and kids
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you durning this difficult time. It was a pleasure to have known Michele.
Our Thoughts
Dr. Mark Ryan and Staff
Luz Rosario
June 18, 2013
May your family find the strength to remember all the beautiful things that Michelle was here to do. I'm truly sorry for your loss, you are a wonderful family. Blessings
Ed Landsberg
June 18, 2013
Abe, I am so sorry to hear this. All my sympathies to you and your family.
Michelle Gineo
June 18, 2013
Abe and family,
May God bring you peace in this time of sorrow. I am praying for your family.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Phil Liscio
June 18, 2013
Amanda, Abele, AJ and Family:
Our family is with you in spirit on this journey. We pray that the many beautiful memories you shared assist you during this difficult time.
Michelle was a dedicated Mom, Wife, Educator and Volunteer.
The Liscio Family
Danielle Searles
June 17, 2013
May God give you all the stregth to stay strong during this extremly hard time! God Bless Michele she was a great women and mother!!
Joanne, Bob and Brittany Sjogren
June 17, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Abele, AJ and Amanda. We are so sorry for your loss. If we can help in any way please let us know.
Debbie Ricard
June 17, 2013
Dear Abele,AJ, and Amanda,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace with God our Heavenly Father and all his angels. God bless you all.
Liz Gets
June 17, 2013
Sorry for your loss Amanda our prayers are with you and your family!
June 17, 2013
Our prayers are with Amanda and her family at this hard time. We are sorry for your loss!
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