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Donna Giorgetti Obituary

GIORGETTI, Donna (Stelmach) Donna (Stelmach) Giorgetti, 55, the wife of Brett Giorgetti died on Thursday (July 30, 2009) at Hartford Hospital, after a short illness. Donna was born in Hartford the daughter of Geraldine (Ridolfo) Stelmach and the late Joseph Stelmach and had lived in Manchester. Besides her husband and mother, she is survived by her daughter, Taylor, her little angel. She is also survived by her nephew, Jayme Cantin and his wife Megan; her grand nephew, Joseph Cantin and her brother and sister-in-law, Stephen and Kathy Giorgetti and many relatives and friends. Donna was also predeceased by her sister, Linda S. Cantin and her father and mother-in-law, Robert and Jean Giorgetti. She worked in Customer Service for the Town of Manchester and was very involved with St. James School as a room mother, lunch duty volunteer and in many other capacities. Donna loved shopping, being with friends, trips to Cape Cod and Disney World and absolutely nothing more than being with Taylor. Family and friends may call at the John F. Tierney Funeral Home 219 West Center St. Manchester on Monday Aug. 3, from 4-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at St. James Church 896 Main St. Manchester followed by burial in East Cemetery, Manchester. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to the Taylor Giorgetti Education Fund c/o Laurie A. Brooks Rockville Bank 341 Broad St. Manchester, CT 06040. For online condolences please visit www. tierneyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Aug. 1, 2009.

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Brett

December 23, 2009

Merry Christmas, Darling
We’re apart, that’s true
But I can dream
And in my dreams
I’m Christmasing with you.

Love,
Brett

September 15, 2009

Brett and Taylor

We met Donna and Taylor at the Manchester Racquet Club. We heard the news last night and we are truly sorry for your loss. Donna was a caring person who made an impact on everyone she met. She is missed.

With Deepest sympathy,
Andy Laura Matt and Sam Peterson

Kimberly Bebyn

August 27, 2009

Dear Brett & Taylor,

I met Donna and Taylor years ago at the library. We were signed up for the same storytime. We would chat before or after storytime. I always remember Taylor dressed beautifully every time with a doll in tow (sometimes a stroller too!). Our paths did not cross in town very much. I saw her once in awhile at Kohl's or at the town hall when I was signing my kids up for classes. Donna was always cheerful and friendly. We would catch up on what our children were doing and how our part-time jobs were going. It was so very clear how much she loved you Taylor!

I just found out about Donna's passing today and I can't seem to wrap my head around it. I am in shock. I thought it was important for me to share my brief interactions with Donna for Taylor's sake. I would like Taylor to know how many people her mom touched with her warmth and kindness. I also want Taylor to know that her mom was so proud of her and that motherly love came through in the conversations I had with her. Please know that both of you are in my prayers.

With My Deepest Sympathy, Kim Bebyn

Sandy Stewart

August 24, 2009

Brett and taylor,
I will really miss my Saturday mornning dance conversations with Donna, she was such a joy and so positive and about everything and especially about Taylor, I know we all love our children but here level of commitment to her daughter was admirable. We will miss her but her spirit will live on, my god bless you and mend your hearts through loving memories.

Renee Sudarsky

August 9, 2009

Dear Brett & Taylor,
Sorry for your loss.....
I wish I had words to say how saddened I am to hear the news. She will be missed. Tennis won't be the same without her.

Samantha Setzler

August 8, 2009

Taylor,
I am soo sorry to hear about you mom. She was a really great room mom and I will miss her. If there is anything I can do to help you feel better please let me know.
-Julia

Brett & Taylor,
My heart goes out to the both of you. Donna was such a great person to be around, always happy and smiling. Her presence will be missed.

August 5, 2009

Brett & Taylor
I'm sorry sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Donna at Kohl's, to be around someone that had such a good outlook on life and her love of her family and the way her face lite up talking about all the things Taylor did and how she was so proud of her. Taylor just remember how much your mother loves you and she will always be with you in your heart.

God Bless
Rich and Sandy Shuckerow

Christine Sandt

August 5, 2009

Brett & Taylor,
I'm so sorry for your loss, Donna was a great person and a joy to be around. She has touched my heart in the short time I knew her.

August 4, 2009

So Sorry for your loss, Donna was a great person she helped out alot with Manchester Midget football cheerleading. Taylor you are in our hearts,

Tanya Shuckerow
Manchester Midget Cheerleading

Edward Curtin

August 4, 2009

Brett, I was deeply saddened upon hearing of the passing of your wife. Please try and take solace in that knowing Donna has moved on to a greater place and will forever keep watch over you and Taylor.

Forever a friend.

Chantel Rivera

August 4, 2009

Brett and Taylor,

I just want you both to know our hearts go out to you and your family. It sounds like Donna was a very special woman. I am positive she will be with you both every step of the way. Taylor, don't forget those wonderful memories you and your mom shared. Taylor, if there is any way you can write down as many memories as possible, do it in these next few days. This will aid in her being able to live forever in your thoughts, and in life, to be share and past down to your children and family years from now. Brett, you are an awesome person so be strong for your daughter the sadness will soon pass, love and memories will take it's place enjoy the gift that God has given you = Taylor. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you!

UHP Local 3837

August 3, 2009

Our sincere and deepest sympathies.

Ryan, Kathryn Lukas

August 3, 2009

Dear Taylor,
We are so deeply sorry for you and your dad. Your mom was a wonderful person. She was always so friendly to everyone especially to our family when we were new to Saint James School.She loved you so much and always smiled when she spoke about you and all of the activities you did. Your mom will be missed by so many people. Your mom was a great example for many of us to always be friendly and to give of yourself.
We will keep you and your dad in our prayers.
Ryan and Kathryn Lukas(SJC School) and the Lukas Family

Donna Mineo

August 3, 2009

Brett,

Words cannot begin to convey how truly sorry I am for your loss.

My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

Kathy Bolles

August 3, 2009

Brett and Taylor, I am so saddened by the news of Donna. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that Donna is watching over you and will be with you forever. Please know that there are so many people that care about you and we will always be your friend. With deepest sympathy, Kathy (Wethersfield)

Shawn Winberg

August 2, 2009

Brett and Taylor,
Words can't express how sad I am for your loss. May your memories get you through the hard times ahead. My thought and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathies,
Shawn

Mary Ann Caldwell

August 2, 2009

Brett & Taylor,
I am so sorry for your loss. but know that she loved you both very much. We have so many woderful memories of screaming about Vikings Games, going to dinners and enjoying family times. There was a love there that many envied and I am sure that even with her gone there is and will always be her loving presence in your lifes. You know to call if you ever need anything. All our Love...Bruce, Mary Ann, Ranon and Rachel

August 2, 2009

BRETT AND TAYLOR
IF THEIR IS ANYTHING LIZ OR I CAN DO FOR YOU PLEASE CALL. YOU BOTH ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
VICKIE (PEARSON) FALCONE.

Terry Bairos

August 1, 2009

Brett and Taylor-

Words cannot express the deep sadness that is felt over the loss of Donna. She was a fabulous woman who I was blessed to know. I was lucky enough to share time with her and Taylor. Donna was the kind of mother you could only respect and admire. If there is anything you need please contact me anytime. Lauren, Alec and I have been saying prayers.

With Love and Sympathy,

Terri Carter

August 1, 2009

Brett and Taylor,
Our hearts are broken for you and your loss. Donna was an absolutely wonderful person. She will NEVER be forgotten. She has taken a piece of us with her. We are so very blessed to have known her. I am so grateful to have called her my friend, to have laughed with her, to have shared in the joys of having children in the same stage of life. Ben adored her and always looked forward to seeing her at lunch duty or any other function that brought her to school. If there is anything at all that we can do to lighten your burden, do not hesitate to call on us, not only in the immediate future but anytime further down the road. We are here for you!!!
Terri, Don and Ben Carter

Debbie Vanderlinden McGlinch

August 1, 2009

Aunt Gerry
Iam very sorry to hear about Donna she was so sweet as we were growing up and must have been a blessing to you and her family would come but health and living in ohio doesn't permit it still love you and will keep you all in my prayers

Lori Schwager

August 1, 2009

Taylor and Dad,

Know that mom will always be here with you. I will think of her every time I go to Kohl's! My thoughts are with you both.

Lori (formerly of Kids Station)

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