Gerarda “Gerry” Capozza, of Greenwich, CT, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on April 5, 1946, in Morra de Sanctis, Italy, she was the beloved daughter of the late Antonio and Teresa Ambrosecchia; stepdaughter of Maria Ambrosecchia; and daughter-in-law of the late Rocco and Elsa Capozza.
Gerry was a warm, gentle, and generous soul whose kindness reached far beyond her home. She married the love of her life, Michele (Michael) Capozza, with whom she shared almost 50 years of marriage until his passing in 2016.
She was known for her open heart and her extraordinary cooking. On Sundays, she shared with the neighborhood her famous “Sunday Sauce and Meatballs.” She will be sorely missed by those who experienced the joy of eating her food and by those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Gerry was a devoted mother to Lisa (Michael) Fratello, Ricky (Erin) Capozza, and Anthony (Tara) Capozza. She adored her children and supported them through every stage of their lives, right up to her final days. She welcomed their spouses and partners into the family with the same warmth she gave her own children.
She was also predeceased by her beloved daughter-in-law, Robyn, whose memory remained close to her heart always.
She found great happiness with her grandchildren, Avery and Michael, who brought endless love and laughter into her life. Preparing their favorite meals was one of her greatest joys. She also had a deep love for her dogs — especially Oliver, who predeceased her, and Otto, whose gentle presence brought her comfort in recent years.
Gerry is survived by her loving sisters, Filomena Buscetto (Guido, deceased) and Concetta Sperduto (Giuseppe); her many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. Countless neighbors and friends will forever remember her kindness, her incredible cooking, and her warm smile. Her presence was a comfort and her heart was a gift to all who knew her.
She is reunited in heaven with her husband Michael, her daughter-in-law Robyn, the family dog Oliver, and her parents, along with all those she loved and went before her.
Family and friends may gather at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Avenue, Greenwich, during calling hours on Friday, December 19th, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Roch Church on Saturday, December 20th, at 10:00 a.m., followed by entombment at St Mary’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Humane Society of Westchester (New Rochelle).
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