Marie L. Shumbo

Marie L. (Lavezzoli) Shumbo, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, 84, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025. Born on February 4, 1941 to Peter and Margaret Lavezzoli of Chester, CT where Marie was a lifelong resident. She married her husband, raised her daughters, and forged enduring friendships there.

She had innumerable jobs over the years until she found her vocation in admissions at the emergency room at Middlesex Hospital and eventually the Shoreline Clinic, a job that she loved and held for over 30 years; it had the chaos, variety, and challenge that she needed. Her unseen job was noticing the things that others missed and offering help in practical ways: providing rides, visiting those in need, and sharing her delicious baked goods. She was an advocate for others. She lived a life of generosity and service. She had a heart of gold.

Marie was well known in her family and community for her many outlandish and excessive outfits and accessories. She was a whiz at Scrabble and an avid player of card games.

Marie held a deep and abiding faith in Jesus. Although her family mourns their loss of her, they rejoice in knowing that she is now with her Lord and Savior.

Marie is survived by her faithful husband of 58 years Robert A. Shumbo, daughters, Ann M. Shumbo (Blake Hall) of Manhattan Beach, CA and Sharon L. Young (Iain) of Manchester, NH, grandchildren, Mitchell F. Young and Sofia M. Young, as well as her sister, Pat Kus (Ted), brothers, Frank Lavezzoli (Margaret) and Lou Lavezzoli, and multiple nephews.

She was predeceased by her nephew, Paul Kus. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at Living Rock Church in Killingworth, CT, on Thursday, September 25, at 3:00 p.m.