In Loving Memory of Justine Vassello August 8, 1963 February 15, 2025 With heavy, grieving hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Justine Vassello, who left this world surrounded by her family. Justine, born in Yonkers NY, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025. She was one of four children born to the late Steven and Mary Grubiak. Justine moved to Southbury, CT with her family in 2006 where she resided until her passing. She will always be remembered for the love she so freely gave throughout her life. She was a beacon of strength, wisdom, and kindnessa mother whose love knew no limits and a woman who touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Justine was a woman who cherished family and always looked forward to holidays and birthdays when everyone would be together. Her sense of humor brought joy to all that were able to spend time with her. Justine will be remembered for her boundless love and incredible resilience in difficult times. She faced lifes challenges with unwavering determination, while still putting the needs of others before her own. Whether it was through her guidance, her fierce protection of those she loved, or the warmth of her embrace, she made sure her family and friends knew they were deeply cherished. She was the heart of her home, the steady hand in every storm, and the voice of reason in times of uncertainty. Her wisdom shaped the lives of all who knew her, her laughter filled her home with happiness, and her love will continue to guide her loved ones from heaven. Beyond being a wonderful, extraordinary mother, she was also a devoted wife, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Justine is survived by her husband Maurice, with whom she was married to for 38 years, and her sons John, Nicholas, Michael (Abby and Charlie), and Vincent, who will forever carry her love and lessons in their hearts. Justines most cherished role was that as Nana to her grandson, Charlie, who was her pride and joy. Justine is also survived by her siblings, Steven Grubiak, Linda Bleakley, and Mary Moccio (Jeff), several nieces and nephews, Christopher Bleakley (Lauren), Erica Bleakley (Alex), Steven Moccio, and Jaclyn Moccio, as well as her great niece, Chloe, and great nephews, Hudson and Kai. She was pre-deceased by her brother-in-law Gary Bleakley. She now rests in peace, reunited with those who went before her, watching over us as she always has. Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit will live on in the lives she touched. We will miss her every day, but we take comfort in knowing that love like hers never fadesit remains in the echoes of her laughter, her strength, the lessons she taught, and the love she gave so selflessly. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 11 am on Saturday (2/22) at Cavalry Church Southbury; 354 Kettletown Rd, Southbury, CT 06488. Gods Garden God looked around His garden, And He found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth, And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you, And lifted you to rest. Gods garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never Get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids, And whispered, Peace be thine. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didnt go alone. For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. Services Service Saturday February 22, 2025 11:00 AM Cavalry Church Southbury 354 Kettletown Rd Southbury, CT 06488