Obituaries
Obituary: Lorraine E. (Freitag) Montesi Of East Haven
A dedicated nurse throughout her career, Lorraine cared deeply for others both in her work and her daily life.
From Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home
Lorraine E. (Freitag) Montesi, 80, of East Haven, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025 at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was born December 12, 1944 in New Haven, to Fred and Lorraine (Farren) Freitag.
She is survived by her beloved friend and partner of over 51 years, David DeRosa, who was her true companion in every sense — a husband in heart, if not in name. Together, they shared countless beautiful memories at their cherished lake house in Bristol, CT, surrounded by nature, laughter, and the animals she so dearly loved.
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A dedicated nurse throughout her career, Lorraine cared deeply for others both in her work and her daily life. Her compassion extended far beyond her patients — she was a devoted animal lover and rescuer whose kindness touched everyone who knew her. Her home was always open to animals in need, and she cared for each one as family.
She also loved traveling, especially her many vacations to St. Martin, her favorite island escape filled with sunshine, beaches, and joy.
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Lorraine is also survived by her loving sister, Patricia Fox, her adored grandchildren: Shana Lipp and Tedd Lipp III, and her precious great-granddaughter Jayde Medina, who brought endless light to her life along with her pet companion, “Toby.” She is preceded in death by her parents and a son, Theodore Lipp (2015).
She will be remembered for her generous heart, adventurous spirit, and unwavering love for both people and animals alike. Lorraine’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate to know and love her.
Family will receive friends on Friday October 17, 2025 from 10 AM until 11:30 AM in the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. Her funeral procession will then leave Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home for a 12 PM (NOON) Mass of Christian Burial at St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish at the Church of St. Vincent de Paul, 80 Taylor Ave., East Haven with Committal/Burial to follow at Beaverdale Memorial Park, New Haven.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to East Haven Animal Shelter, 189 Commerce St., East Haven CT 06512 in memory of Lorraine Montesi.
