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Florence Carta, 89, of Las Vegas, Nevada, peacefully passed away April 7 surrounded by family. She was born in East Haven Dec. 4, 1929, to Louis and Phyllis D’Onofrio.

Florence was a loving and devoted wife to Joseph for 62 years, until his death in 2014. Her 5 children, 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild were held close to her heart and loved Florence deeply. Florence’s hands were always busy knitting, crocheting, quilting, and making afghans that helped keep her family, friends, and members of the community warm. She will truly be missed.

Funeral services were held on April 19 at East Haven Memorial Longobardi-Brennan Funeral Home, 425 Main Street, East Haven, 203-467-1708. Family and friends called prior to the services. Burial was at St. Lawrence Cemetery, followed by a luncheon hosted by the family.