Helen (Spada) Serra

Helen (Spada) Serra, 91, of Amston and formerly of Cromwell, widow of the late Paul Francis Serra, passed away Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017 at Hartford Hospital.  Born July 19, 1926 in Cromwell, she was the daughter of the late Emanuel and Lucia (Malone) Spada.  The greatest legacy she leaves to the world is her family, to whom she was ever devoted; just as she was to her faith.  In her passing, she leaves five children, Jean Zacchio (husband, John) of Thomaston, Paul Serra, Jr. of Plainfield, James Serra of Lebanon, Joseph Serra of Amston and Lynn Ristau of Bozrah; 21 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren; three siblings, Emanuel Spada of Middletown, John Spada of Wethersfield and Nellie Mandracchia of Cromwell; along with numerous nieces and nephews.  In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by two children, Paulette and Francis Serra; and six siblings.  A Memorial Service will be observed 2 PM Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 297 Westchester Road (Rte. 149), Colchester.  There are no calling hours and burial will be private. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to: c/o Jean Zacchio, 197 Pine Hill Rd, Unit 9E, Thomaston, CT 06787.  www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com