Celeste Rose Smith Obituary

In loving memory of Celeste Rose Smith of Ansonia, Connecticut, who departed this world on March 14, 2026 at the age of 90. Celeste Rose leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband James E. Smith; and her parents, Nicholas Vacca and Jennie Vacca (Vane). She is survived by: her children, James M. Smith of Ansonia, William N. Smith of Orange, Nicholas C. Smith (Pamela Wilkie) of Stamford, Mary Ellen Powers (Timothy) of West Haven, Jennifer Appleby (John) of Colchester and Susan M. Smith of Derby; her brother Michael Vacca (Sue) of Hamden; and her grandchildren, Olivia Powers (Jason Petrillo), Victoria Smith, Jared Smith and Keegan Appleby. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.