Ann Marie Gaetano, 82, of 52 North Lake Dr., Hamden, died Aug. 8, 2012 at her home after a long illness. Ann was born in New Haven, July 7, 1930, the daughter of the late Michael and Mollie Antonio Gaetano and resided in Hamden all of her life. She was head of the English Department in the North Haven School System retiring 25 years ago. She is survived by several cousins. Friends are invited to attend a graveside service, Friday, at 1:30 P.M. in Beaverdale Memorial Park Cemetery, Hamden. The Peter H. Torello & Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.