Elaine Gotavaskas Newington, Connecticut Obituary

Elaine Gotavaskas

Elaine Gotavaskas, 72, died on the 13th of October 2021 at the Reservoir Physical Rehabilitation Center located in West Hartford, CT after suffering from Parkinson’s disease. Ms. Gotavaskas was born on the 13th of September, 1949 in the New Britain General Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Alex Gotavaskas. After graduating from New Britain High School, she married Mr. Wallace Steele, Jr. on the 27th of September, 1969. They raised two sons (Spencer Steele and Christopher Steele) while living in West Hartford, CT. After they were divorced, Elaine stayed living in West Hartford for a number of years before moving to Charlotte, NC to be close to her extended family. After a few years of living in North Carolina, Elaine moved back to Connecticut to be close to her son Christopher, his wife Jennifer and their son Samuel. Her family is paying tribute to Elaine for being one of the nicest, most family oriented, amazing mother and aunt with a heart of gold. We will all miss her for lovely generosity as she will be sorely missed. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday (18th of October 2021) from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Duksa Family Funeral Homes at Newington Memorial, 20 Bonair Avenue, Newington followed by a funeral service at 10:00 a.m.
September 13, 1949 - October 13, 202109/13/194910/13/2021
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Ken
October 17, 2021
You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time
A candle was posted for Elaine Gotavaskas.
A candle was posted for Elaine Gotavaskas.
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Marge Litteral
October 15, 2021
Dear Spencer, Christopher and families, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. As you know we were best friends and I will cherish that friendship forever. I read these words written by Roy Lessin and I hope it gives you comfort as much it has for me. "T... Continue Reading