Rosemarie Drexel

Rosemarie Drexel, 85, of Stamford, Connecticut, passed away on October 2, 2026. A longtime Stamford resident, Rosemarie was born in Manhattan, New York City, New York.

She is survived by her three daughters: Rosemarie Hoffman (Christopher) of Connecticut, Heidi Fernandez (Gregory) of Florida, and Kerry Hanrahan of upstate New York; three granddaughters, Briana Fernandez, Alexandra Braun (Andrew), and Julia Hoffman. She is also survived by her sister, Marie Capozzoli; and many extended family members and friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Louise Morello; her brother, Michael Morello; and her sister, Elizabeth Izquierdo.

Rosemarie's career spanned decades as an office worker, beginning with positions in New York City, followed by a position with Louis Dreyfus Corp. In her later years, she worked for the City of Stamford Public Schools before retiring.

Friendly and social by nature, Rosemarie had a genuine desire to connect with people and befriended many throughout her life. She especially enjoyed her retirement and found pleasure in the local arts, taking bus trips, an avid reader and traveling.

Rosemarie's greatest joy was raising her three daughters and lovingly doting on her beloved granddaughters. She cherished her family with all her heart.

Rosemarie leaves behind a life filled with love, deep faith, strength, perseverance, connection, family, generosity, and countless memories that will not soon be forgotten. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who loved her, cared for her, and had the privilege of knowing her. Her love and memory will remain in our hearts forever.

A Funeral Mass will be held at The Basilica of Saint John the Evangelist, 279 Atlantic Street, Stamford, CT, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. To leave an online condolence please visit www.lacerenzafh.com