Constance Rae Brunetti
October 21, 1935 - May 4, 2013
Constance Rae Brunetti
"Connie"
Connie died on May 4, 2013 at St. Mark's Hospital. She was born on October 21, 1935 in Price, Utah to Anthony and Katherine Fratto and was the eldest of 3 children.
Connie graduated from Carbon College in 1957 and Holy Cross Hospital School of Nursing in 1958 where she earned the distinction of Registered Nurse (RN). She attended the College of Saint Mary-of-the-Wasatch where she worked as the school nurse to pay her tuition. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 1959. Her work as a nurse began at Holy Cross Hospital where she also taught nursing for seven years.
She put her career aside to raise her two children and returned to work only after they were in school full time in 1976. She was the RN Quality Assurance/Infection Control Coordinator at Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children in Salt Lake City until she retired. Yet her life as a nurse was far from over as she then cared for both her parents until they passed. Throughout her career as a nurse she was an advocate for dignity, compassion and genuine love to all who knew her either as a patient, student or coworker.
Connie's love for nursing was surpassed only by her love for her husband, children and three beautiful grandchildren. She could always be seen in the kitchen with a pot of sauce on the stove or Italian pastries in the oven. If "Mama" was in the kitchen you were in for a feast.
She is survived by her amazing, loving and selflessly devoted husband of 52 years Ross C. Brunetti; son Dr. Ross (Andrea) Brunetti; daughter Alicia (Ron) Dias; grandchildren Ross D. Brunetti, Mark Brunetti, and Anij Dias; and brothers Robert (Irene) Fratto and Anthony (Mindy) Fratto.
There is not a life that she has touched that won't be forever changed for the better. She was truly one of a kind that all aspire to be. Her heartfelt love and generous spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Connie was a woman of immense faith. She was a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. She was known as the "Green Scapular Lady" and always expressed a devotion to Mary and her Immaculate Heart. She exemplified God's love for all with every breath she took.
A wake to celebrate her life will be held May 7th at 6pm at the Starks Funeral Parlor 900 E 3651 S. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated May 8th at 11am at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church 1375 E Spring Lane. Interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 4th Ave. and "T" Street.
Memorial donations may be made in our mother's name to the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.
In Loving Memory
Dear Ross and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Connie's passing. Her kind words and kisses after Masses at St. Vincent were a blessing to me. From Becky and our children, the best to your family. My prayers are with you. Love, Brian Mullahy
Brian Mullahy
Holladay, UT
Dear Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. What a beautiful gift to have had Connie such a major part of your lives. With much love, George and Jane Starks
George Starks, Sr
Salt Lake City, Ut
Dear Alicia and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Kelly Terrill (Starks) and family
Kelly Starks Terrill
Mesa, Az
Ross Sr., Ross Jr., Alicia, We are so sorry for your loss. Connie was a great lady and we will all miss her. Our deepest sympathies, Ruth Mora, Paul Mora & Family
Ruth Mora, Paul Mora & Family
Salt Lake City, Ut
Dear Ross and Family, Our love and prayers are with you all. May God keep you all close to his heart. Our love and prayers, Linda, Kelley, and Matthew. Prentice
Linda Prentice
Westminster, Co
Dear Brunetti family, Sorry for your loss. What a great lady as evidenced by the wonderful relatives she left behind. May God be with you at this difficult time. Shane
Shane Christensen, M.D.
SLC, UT
Dear Brunetti Family, I join with so many others who knew Connie in offering our deepenst sympathies on her passing. Connie greatly impacted my life for good as I am certain is true for many others. Her guidance, support, encouragment and love are but a few of her gifts to me. I will forever call her my dear colleague but more important, my FRIEND. Her presence will be surely missed. May your fond memories of her be a blessing at this difficult time. With Sincere Synpathy,
Tammy Trottier
Land O Lakes, Fl
Dear Alicia and family, I worked your sweet mother in my first years at Shriners and will never forget her, especially after knowing you. You are in my thoughts during such a difficult time. Love, Maria
Maria (Lavadie) Coggins
SLC, Ut
Dear Family, I am a longtime patient of Ross Jr. I am saddened to hear about your loss, and hope you find peace and comfort during this time of difficulty.
BIll Holt
Salt Lake City, UT
Peace be with you and your families as you prepare for, reflect upon, pray, and contemplate the loss of your very beautiful, loving and special mom and wife. May God's presence be with you always. May your memories be held near and dear to your hearts. And in Connie's own special words, "God Bless!" Love, Peyton and Paula Summers
Paula M. Summers
Sandy, Ut
Dear Brunetti Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was always so wonderful to us and you all hold such a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May it bring you peace that she is resting in paradise. All our love, Josh Stanchfield and Nikki Veltri
Nicole Veltri
Sandy, Ut
Dear Family, We have so many marvelous memories of our feisty Connie. She was a woman of God, loving, unfor- getable. She was passionate about her Italian heritage, and she enjoyed sharing magical moments from her life. Faith and love were the corner- stones of her time with us. We will remember her with full hearts. We love you all, and we will be here for you always. Con amore, Joe & Madalene Cuglietta
Joe & Madalene Cuglietta
Salt Lake City, Ut
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God bless all of you.
Mike and Mary (Salzetti) Porter
East Carbon, Ut
Dear Ross Sr, Alicia and Ross Jr., It was with saddened hearts that we learned of your loss. Connie was a wonderful woman who always made us feel so special and loved when we would come over, so many years ago! May the memories of her love for you and your family bring you comfort. Our thoughts an prayers are with you. May God bless you and keep you all. ~Ruth and Steve
Ruth and Steven Penderghast
Sandy, UT
Dear Ross and Family, Connie was my mother, Marilyn Volmer's, "dear friend". And thru the love and friendship she had for my mother I loved Connie. She kept in touch with me for many years after my mother's passing and this was a great comfort to me. Connie was a true lady in word and deed. I am so sad that she is gone and will pray that you all will be comforted now and in the days to come with the precious memories you have.
Linda Volmer Auwerda
Murray, UT
Dear Family, I was one of Connie's students. She was a wonderful instructor. We just loved her. A few years ago, we were so happy to see her at a Holy Cross reunion. I'm so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Jane Jennings Kimball
Jane A. Kimball
Park City, Ut
Dear Ross & Family, Connie would always say the kindest words about our family when I would see her at Mass. What a loving person she must have been. ?Be assured that you are all in our prayers.
Larry Henkels
Holladay, UT
Our memories of Connie will always hold a special place in our hearts and thoughts. Fondly, The Pignanelli amily
patricia pignanelli
Holladay, ut