Molly Basak-Smith’s Celebration of Life

Madhumita Basak-Smith passed away at age 61 on May 4th, 2023 at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut.

There will be a celebration of life ceremony on July 22, 2023, at 71 Lakeview Terr., Sandy Hook, Conn., beginning at 2 pm. For information and details please reach out. This is a celebration of Molly’s life including food, music, and casual attire.

Molly had many remarkable qualities that deserve a special mention. One of the most remarkable aspects of Molly was her ability to stay connected, regularly, to so many friends and family members throughout the world. Molly had many hobbies including kayaking, snow skiing, water skiing, cycling, running, and swimming, but especially traveling.

She got it all in and then some before she passed away.

Professionally, with her master's in nutrition from Cornell, she made a big impression on the parents and children’s lives and most importantly, their health most recently, through the cooperative extension program at UConn. She also managed our Veterinary Hospital and our lives with great passion. Never a dull moment when Molly was involved.

Molly is survived by her three sons, Ronjit 34, Sanjit 30, and Raja 28, and her husband David as well as so many loving family and friends. We all miss her so dearly.

The loss of Molly is beyond words. She lived her life as passionately as humanly possible. She always said to live every day as if it were your last because you never know.

Our family has decided that she would love to give back to her family by donating to her nephew's school Nashoba Learning Group. As well as giving back to her last professional endeavor with UConn Health, providing nutritional education to kids and their families. Helping them live healthy and fulfilling lifestyles. Both of these donations embody how Molly lived her life. With both Family and community being considered. Any donation would be greatly appreciated and put toward great organizations!