Elaine Sadye (Haddad) Longo

Elaine Sadye (Haddad) Longo, 75, of Wolcott, Connecticut, beloved wife of Rocco Longo, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at her home after a lengthy illness. Elaine was born on January 5, 1949 in Waterbury, Connecticut to the late Abdella "Al" and Violet (Dingwell) Haddad.

Elaine lived a life full of joy and love. Her most cherished times were in the company of her family, especially her three grandchildren. She was the epitome of a doting grandmother, always boasting of their accomplishments and so proud of the selfless young adults that they had blossomed into. Elaine was truly the glue that held the family together. The high morals and family traditions that she set by example will live on through her children and grandchildren for generations to come. She thoroughly enjoyed her various daytrips with her husband up to Maine. They frequented Kittery and Kennebunkport often, and Rocco will certainly continue to cherish those times with his beloved. Elaine loved to watch various crime and detective programs on television, always trying to solve the crime before the ending of the show revealed it. Elaine’s favorite season was autumn, and she always looked forward to the crisp air, chirping birds, and colorful foliage. When not enjoying the outdoors, she could also be found rooting for the Boston Red Sox while they played on television. Elaine was a selfless, genuine, and compassionate individual that was truly a friend to anyone who crossed her path. Her sincere smile and deep love of life will live in the hearts of her friends and family forever.

Elaine is survived by her husband, Rocco Longo of Wolcott, CT; her son and daughter in law Rocco Longo (Shannon) of Bristol, CT; and her son and daughter in law Jason Longo (Krystle) of Wolcott, CT; her brother and sister in law Michael Haddad (Donna) of Wolcott, CT; her grandchildren Brianna, Nicolas and EmmaLeigh Longo and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Elaine was preceded in death by her sister Sandra Gyllenhammer and her brother Ronald Haddad.

A public visitation for Elaine will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 690 Woodtick Rd., Wolcott, CT 06716. A mass of Christian Burial will occur Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. Pius X/ St. Basil The Great Parish, 525 Woodtick Rd. Wolcott, CT 06716. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, 2324 E Main St., Waterbury, Connecticut 06705.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Elaine's memory may be made to The Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, Connecticut US, www.leevercancercenter.org; and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee US, www.stjude.org.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Raad in Wolcott, the staff and providers at The Leever Cancer Center, as well at the staff and nurses of Vitas Hospice for the great care given to Elaine throughout the stages of her illness. Her son’s would also like to especially recognize their children, Brianna, Nicolas, and EmmaLeigh, as well their loving wives, Shannon and Krystle for their unfaltering support, and their dedication to providing the highest quality of life and best possible care for their Mother Elaine and Father Rocco, throughout their lives.

The DellaVecchia Funeral Home of Wolcott, CT has been entrusted with arrangements. To leave a message or condolence for the family please visit: www.DellaVecchiaWolcott.com