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Evelyn H. (Quagliata) Ferrara, 93, of Old Saybrook died at home on April 15 with her daughter at her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Ferrara who passed away in 1985.

Evelyn worked over the years at several companies, Pratt Reed for several years, Gimbel’s in New York for 13 years, and last, for CVS in Old Saybrook, before retiring. She will be remembered for her love of flowers and her gardens.

Evelyn is survived by her daughters Judith Ferrara of Old Saybrook, Phyllis Christoff of Lebanon, and Nancy Schmidt and her husband Raymond of East North Port, New York. She is also survived by her grandchildren Jennifer Plano, Matthew Christoff, and Michael Christoff, as well as 10 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Evelyn was predeceased by her brother Joseph Quagliata.

Visitation was held on April 18 at Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, 34 Main St., Centerbrook, followed by a Graveside Service at Cypress Cemetery in Old Saybrook. Contributions may be made in Evelyn’s name to St. Jude’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Way, Memphis, TN, 38105. To share a memory of Evelyn or send a condolence to her family, please visit www.rwwfh.com.