Barbara Valinaggi, of Sandy Hook, peacefully went to heaven at the age of 93 on March 26, 2019, in her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born on November 20, 1925, in Laskowa, Poland. While in Germany, Barbara met Domenic, the love of her life, and they married on April 7, 1946. When the war ended, they made their home in Connecticut, where they raised their four children.

Barbara is predeceased by her husband, Domenic.

Barbara is survived by her four children, Suzan and Douglas Picotte of Henderson, N.C.; Richard and Debbie Vallinaggi of New Milford; Cathy and Victor Alves of Danbury; and Sandy and Gary Doski of Sandy Hook. She leaves behind seven grandchildren and one great-grandson.

The family would like to thank Robin Zigray for the wonderful care she gave to our mother.

Calling hours are Sunday, March 31, 2019, from 2 to 5 pm, at the Lillis Funeral Home, 58 Bridge Street, New Milford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, April 1, 2019, at 11 am, at St Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 26 Chestnut Land Road, New Milford. The burial will be at St Francis Cemetery in New Milford following the service.

Contributions in Barbara’s memory may be made to the Animal Welfare Society, 8 Dodd Road, New Milford CT 06776.