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2012
Embelina M. Banfield a lifelong resident of New Rochelle passed away Wednesday April 25, 2012. She was 79 years old. Embelina was born in Portchester and was the daughter of Jaime and Mabel Dosreis. She was the devote wife of William whom she married on September 24, 1955 at the Holy Name of Jesus Church. Embelina adored her grandchildren, was a great crossword puzzle and word game enthusiast, a collector of pictures and enjoyed family and friends. She worked at Lillian Vernon and was a Registered Nurse until leaving the work force to raise her family. Besides her Husband William she is survived by her children Debra (Kenneth) Potter, Donna (Nick) Trotta and William (Patricia) Banfield, her sister Trudy Garramone and her five grandchildren Danielle, Jacqueline, Nicholas, Paige and Kate. She was also predeceased by her sister Maryann Moberg. Visiting will be today from 4 to 8 p.m. with a 9:30 a.m. Mass scheduled for Saturday at St. Gabriel's Church with interment to follow at Beechwoods Cemetery.
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May 2, 2012
Phyllis Boyd
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal" may God comfort you and your family during your sadness. Your mother/wife was a wonderful person with a heart of goal. You all are in our prayers.
Regards,
Louise Boyd and Family
April 30, 2012
Wendy (Boyd) Johnson
To the Banfield Family,
May God look down upon you all at this time and Bless you accordingly in your time of need. We pray that you ALL find peace today and everyday hereafter.
Fondly,
Wendy Boyd Johnson and Family
April 27, 2012
Carl Sherman
Donna, Nick, Billy, Patricia, Debbie & Mr. Banfield my sincere apologies for the death of your mom. My heart goes out to you all.
Regards,
Carl Sherman
April 27, 2012
Muffy Capozi
Debbie: I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. Your mother - a wonderful beautiful person. Please know I am thinking of you.
Love,
Muffy
April 27, 2012
Steven Nigro
Donna, Nick, Billy, Patricia, Debbie & Mr. Banfield; Eileen and I send our deepest condolences for the loss of Mrs. Banfield. She was always such a happy person who only saw the good in everyone she met. I know she is at peace with our heavenly father. God Bless you all. Steve Nigro
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