BORN

1927

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home

318 Burnside Ave

East Hartford, Connecticut

Paula Eremita Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 29, 2015.

Paula (Rigley) Eremita, 88, of East Hartford, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Calais, ME; daughter of James and Gertrude (Murphy) Rigley.

She is survived by her six children, Pat Eremita and Steve Dossa of Naugatuck, Susan Salafia of West Hartford, Michael Eremita and Heather of South Windsor, Jim Eremita of East Hartford, Janis Eremita of Hartford and Beth McClure and Michael of Calabasas, CA; her 10 cherished grandchildren, Matt, Megan, Willie, Toby, Stefanie, Jamie, Melissa, Marc, Raechel, Chelsea as well as 8 precious great-grandchildren and her sister Kay Biancucci of South Windsor; her niece Jill Kolinsky; her nephews, Jerry and Paul Biancucci. Paula was predeceased by a sister and 4 brothers.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, July 1st, from 4 to 7PM, at Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home, 318 Burnside Ave., East Hartford. Funeral Services will begin at 9:30AM, on Thursday, July 2nd, at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at Saint Christopher Church, 538 Brewer St. East Hartford. Burial will follow at Silver Lane Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Paula's name may be made to the CT Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd, Newington, CT 06111.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.callahanfuneral.com.

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July 2, 2015

Mike,sorry to hear of your Mother's passing.I'll always remember her pleasant smile.Terry and Donna

July 1, 2015

Dan O'Brien

Pat -
Sorry to hear about your mom. We send you and your family all our condolences.
Dan and Annemarie O'Brien

July 1, 2015

Deborah Foell

Dear Mike,Jimmy, Pat, Susan, Beth and Janis, So sorry to learn of your mom's passing. Let her memories help you find peace and comfort. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love Deb

June 30, 2015

NORMA GINA

PAT, SO VERY SORRY TO LEARN OF YOUR MOM'S PASSING.
MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND COMFORT IN YOUR MEMORIES OF HER. NORMA

June 30, 2015

Bob Fortier

Michael, I am sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I guess we are all sort of in the same boat at this time in our lives. She brought up a great family and provided a good start for all of you. May she rest in peace and may you be in peace as your mother moves on to higher places. Prayers to you and your family.

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Memorial Events
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Jul

1

Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home

318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT 06108

Jul

2

Mass of Christian Burial

Saint Christopher Church

538 Brewer St., East Hartford, CT

Jul

2

Funeral service

9:30 a.m.

Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home

318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT 06108

Jul

2

Burial

Silver Lane Cemetery

CT

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Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home

318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT 06108

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