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Raffaela “Rae” Mascola Andrews, 80, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Feb. 7 at Yale-New Haven Hospital with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of 52 years to Leslie J. Andrews. Rae was born in New Haven on Oct. 9, 1939, the daughter of the late James N. and Diana Bonito Mascola.

She worked as a crossing guard for the City of New Haven for 46 years. Rae enjoyed her frequent trips to the casino, was a very active parishioner of St. Francis Church, New Haven, and truly enjoyed her grandchildren whom she loved unconditionally.

She was the loving mother of Sherri Vollero (Steven) and Lori Andrews; and the devoted Meme to Steven and Sierra Vollero. She was the beloved sister of Annmarie Russo (Donald); and beloved aunt of Donald James Russo and his fiancée Lisa Magistro. She is also survived by her two lifelong friends, Mackie Martorelli and Theresa Brockett.

The visiting hours were Feb. 11 at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Ave. Her funeral procession left the funeral home on Feb. 12. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated in St. Francis Church, New Haven. Interment followed in All Saints Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929. For an online obituary, visit www.northhavenfuneral.com.