Anne V. Saitas, 85
Dateline: Taunton, MA
Anne V. (Nassetta) Saitas, 85, of Taunton formerly of Norwich, CT passed away on Friday September 25, 2009 at the Epoch Senior Healthcare in Norton. She was the beloved wife of Alexander J. Saitas to whom she was wed on November 19, 1955.
Born in New York City, NY on August 12, 1924 she was a daughter of the late Conrad J. and Rose M. (Ferino) Nassetta.
Anne grew up and was educated in New London. She was a graduate of the former Williams Memorial Institute and furthered her education to become a graduate of New London Junior College and had also attended the University of Connecticut.
Prior to retiring, Mrs. Saitas had been a Supervisor, working in the Supply Department at the New London Submarine Base in Groton, CT.
Anne took great pride in the landscape and gardens at her home. She loved the wonderful times spent with her adoring family and will always be fondly remembered for her exceptional cooking skills. She and her husband moved to Taunton 5 years ago and were former longtime residents of Norwich, CT.
In addition to her beloved husband she is survived by her devoted sons Stephen A. Saitas of New York City, Michael P. Saitas of Riverside, RI, Andrew P. Saitas and his wife Carol of Plainville and the late Philip Saitas. She was the sister of Anthony Nassetta of Alabama, Thomas Nassetta of Norwell, MA and Paul Nassetta of Virginia. She was the sister in law of James Saitas of Putnam, CT and was the grandmother of Christopher Millin, Ryan Millin, Daniel Millin and the late Peter Millin. Anne is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours, to which relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend, will be held on Friday October 2nd from 5-8 P.M. at the Norton Memorial Funeral Home 19 Clapp St. (Off Route 140, Taunton Ave.) Norton. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Anne with a donation in her memory made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215.
For additional information please visit www.nortonmemorial.com