Mrs. Denise Madeline (Latte) Timpano Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

UTICA – Mrs. Denise Madeline (Latte) Timpano, age 68, died in the comfort and dignity of her home with her loving family by her side on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Denise was born on February 21, 1954 to the late Joseph G. and Stella M. (Scarano) Latte, and attended local schools as a child. At T. R. Proctor High School, she graduated in the top 10 of her class of 1971. She earned her undergraduate degree at St. Bonaventure University then returned to Utica to work at Oneida National Bank. On June 10, 1978, she wed Gabriel “Gabe” Timpano. She and Gabe moved to Boston where he continued his pharmacy education as Denise worked at Bay State Junior College and Barclays Bank. They welcomed two children and eventually returned to Utica to be closer to their loving, extended family. She loved the challenge of being a mom and decided to share her compassion and skill outside the home as a teacher, a profession she had considered since being a 4th grade student wishing for more engaging lessons. She began teaching in the Utica City School District in 1992 and completed a master’s degree in reading from SUNY Cortland in 1995. During her career with the UCSD, she was recognized for her performance by The Genesis Group at its annual Education Celebration in 2011. She was part of the delegation representing Watson Williams Elementary School in Washington, D.C. when the school was recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2006 and a Title I school of distinction in 2010. She was a member of the International Reading Association and a proud NYSUT member. Denise considered herself fortunate to work alongside many talented teachers and administrators. After her retirement, she remained an active force in the community. A firm believer in the importance of voting, she worked at the Oneida County Board of Elections, and was Vice President of the New Hartford Democratic Committee. Denise loved Columbo and could always get sucked into a good mystery story. She could never resist a good ham sandwich. She let Gabe play the role of the couple’s social director, and he never let her down with fun things for them to do. She had eclectic taste in music, played piano, and valued music and art education. She shared 44 years of trusted partnership with her husband, Gabe. From their love grew special memories. They shared countless football games, live music events, and great restaurant food over the course of their loving marriage. She took pride is hosting Christmas morning breakfast, playing the role of holiday short-order cook, having told everyone she knew all through Advent that, “You can just come to our house, the door is open.” She wanted anyone who visited her home to feel like family. Denise is survived by her loving husband, Gabe, whom she wants to take care of himself, and not be too mad at the Giants for having another rebuilding year. She is also survived by her daughters, Kathleen S. “Katy” Timpano, and Madeline D. Timpano. She will also be missed by her grandchildren, Blake, and Layla Jones, whom she would like to listen to their mother and father, do their best in school, and love themselves as much as she loves them – which is an immeasurable amount. During her life, Denise cherished the memory of her infant granddaughter, Grace Jones, who passed away on August 4, 2014. Denise is also survived by her devoted sister and brother-in-law, Josette M. and Ronald M. Fontaine, Sr. Her memory will live on with her Timpano brothers-in-law: Joseph and Jill, Dominick and Amy, Michael and Anne, and Robert and Lt. Col. USAF (Ret.) Maryjo Timpano. Denise counts as her legacy many special nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and countless wonderful friends and neighbors. She was predeceased by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dominick and Kathleen M. (Bifano) Timpano. Denise would like to thank the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. of Oneida, Herkimer, and Madison Counties, Tranquil Rain Hypnosis, Turquoise Reiki and Massage, Rev. James Cesta, Pat Rosati ANP, Taylor Unser FNP-C, Dr. Fred Talerico, and to Fr. Joseph Salerno. Though Denise lost her courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, she passed away thinking the young minds we nurture today will find a cure. She wishes strength to those fighting chronic illness, especially people with Crohn’s disease. The family honored and commemorated her life at a private time. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Denise’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will commence on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish, 648 Jay St. Inurnment will take place at the convenience of the family. For those unable to attend the service you may view the livestream at https://youtube.com/c/StMaryofMountCarmelBlessedSacrament

Mrs. Denise Madeline (Latte) Timpano

February 21, 1954 - July 23, 2022