Lucille J. Marottoli

Miss Lucille J. Marottoli, born July 29, 1921, daughter of Emilius and Lena Marottoli, and sister of Ann (pre-deceased), passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on March 22, 2020. She was born in Fairfield, Connecticut, and was a longtime resident of Easton, Connecticut. She was a graduate of Grasmere Elementary, Roger Ludlowe High, and received her B.S. from the New Haven State Teachers College, continuing her education at the University of Bridgeport. Lucille was an admired and respected Kindergarten teacher in the Fairfield public schools system for over 37 years. Lucille leaves a very long list of friends and relatives who loved her warmth, sense of duty and humor, sharpness of intellect, and an indominable spirit combined with a fearless commitment to life and the energy to live fully until the end. She had many interests including reading, Dixieland/Jazz music, dancing, entertainment, history, architecture, interior design, fashion, antiquing, needlepointsewing, rug hooking, and always loved a good joke. For 98 years, Lucille went to the Jennings Beach in Fairfield to enjoy the beauty of the day and a good swim. Pre-deceased family members are Frank & Jenny Nitto, Carl Sr. & Dorothy Nitto, Louise Nitto, Robert & Ann Nitto, Harold and Jean Nitto, Dick & Dot Nitto, Carl Jr. Nitto and Susan Nitto Kruetz. Surviving family are Dick & Trish Nitto, Ryan & Keri Nitto, Reed & Melanie Nitto, Marissa Colon, Jean Nitto, Robert & Melissa Nitto, Bill & Ashley Nitto, Matt & Letha Kruetz, Mike & Darcy Kruetz, Kathy & Rich Roessner, Kathy & Bob Hart, Robert & Susan Nitto, Barbara & Bill Munden, Carolyne & Anthony Travisano, Nancy & John Lorenz, Dr. Richard Marottoli and many very special and dear friends. A private graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Easton Senior Center; 650 Morehouse Road; Easton, CT 06612; www.EastonSeniors.com. For information or to offer an online condolence please visit www.SpearFuneralHome.com