Carol Ann Morano, 76, of New Britain, died on February 13, 2024, following a brief illness. Carol passed peacefully in a manner of her choosing. Just a week prior to her death, Carol celebrated her life surrounded by friends and family for four straight days. During that time, stories were told, arguments ensued, and love was shared. Most of all, Carol radiated kindness and peace to the over 100 visitors from all over the country.

Carol was born on July 4, 1947, in Hartford. She grew up in West Hartford with a large extended family full of love and proud of its Italian American heritage. She graduated from Northwest Catholic High School in West Hartford and, in her 50s, earned a college degree and Master’s degree from Central Connecticut State University. Carol worked for many years at Central and touched the lives of an untold number of students, faculty, and staff. In her retirement, Carol traveled, advocated for social justice issues, and volunteered for many causes, including knitting blankets for injured soldiers and veterans. Carol’s actions were always directed at improving the lives of others. Carol was a woman of strong faith and conviction. She possessed a gentle loving, and generous spirit. As an associate of the Sisters of St. Joseph, she faithfully served her Church community for many years. Special to Carol was her blessings jar, which held the graces and gifts of each day, a practice she encouraged others to perform.

Carol took great joy in her grandchildren, including cooking and sewing with Lauren and Alexa and reading to Isabella. Carol created an extended “family” of friends including Lorraine Marti, Janet Bristow, Janet Stoddard, Helena Reilly, and Paula Richer, who lovingly took care of her during her last days.

Carol was predeceased by her parents, William and Armida Morano; her sister, Lorraine Morano; and her son, Brian Cahill. Carol is survived by her daughter Karen Sklarz, son-in-law Jeffrey Sklarz, granddaughters Lauren and Alexa Sklarz; and her son Kevin Cahill and granddaughter Isabella Cahill; as well as countless friends and family members. Her peaceful, loving presence will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, (February 23), at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Church, 285 Church Street, Hartford.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol's memory may be made to Sisters of St. Joseph, c/o Office of Mission Advancement, 650 Willard Ave., Newington, CT 06111 (www.sistersofsaintjoseph.org). Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com