Obituary for Stella Casucci
CASUCCI, Stella-
After a courageous battle with Parkinson’s, Stella passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Eventide Home, on Saturday March 2nd, 2024, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of Romolo Casucci (2004) for almost 50 years. Much cherished and beloved mother of Josephine (Tony) Marinelli, Dino and Mary Beth Casucci, Carlo (Karrie) Casucci, and Anna (Bob) Berlingeri. Devoted nonna of Jennifer (Brad) Murray, Darren (Robyn) Marinelli, Kurtis (Olivia) Casucci, Katie (Justin) Springer, Kristina (Michael) Stranges, Nicole and Lauren Berlingeri, and Mitchell and Ethan Casucci. Adored bisnonna (or bibisnonna) of Ella and Marcus Murray, Maddox Marinelli, Gianna Stranges, and Brynlee Springer. Dear sister of Giovanna Biffi in Italy, Giacomo (Alda) Cristiano, Lina (Tony) Fazio, and Frank (Lina) Cristiano. Dear sister-in-law of Carmela Cristiano, and Sam Mirabelli. Stella was predeceased by her parents Emilio and Giuseppina Cristiano, brothers Salvatore and Pietro, and infant sister, as well as brothers and sisters-in-law Philip and Pierina Casucci, Rosina and Ottavio DeFazio, Giacomina and Mansueto Cassolato, Linda Mirabelli, and Luciano Biffi. Fondly remembered and survived by many nieces and nephews in Canada and Italy. Stella lived for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were truly the light of her life.
We wish to thank the staff of Eventide, who cared for our dear mother for the last year and a half. Special thank you to Major Donna, for meeting our mom’s spiritual needs, especially during her last week. Thank you also to Shannon, Helena, Grace, and Sheila, and to Kevin who would always greet us with a smile and remind us to drive home safely. The family will receive friends at Morse & Son Funeral Home, 5917 Main St., Niagara Falls, on Wednesday March 6th, 2024, between 1-4pm and 6-9pm. A funeral mass to celebrate the life of Stella, will be held at St. Ann’s Church, 5740 Buchanan Ave, Niagara Falls, on Thursday March 7th, 2024, at 11am with entombment at Fairview Mausoleum to follow. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish, in lieu of flowers may make a memorial donation to Parkinson Canada or St. Ann’s Church. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morseandson.com
After a courageous battle with Parkinson’s, Stella passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Eventide Home, on Saturday March 2nd, 2024, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of Romolo Casucci (2004) for almost 50 years. Much cherished and beloved mother of Josephine (Tony) Marinelli, Dino and Mary Beth Casucci, Carlo (Karrie) Casucci, and Anna (Bob) Berlingeri. Devoted nonna of Jennifer (Brad) Murray, Darren (Robyn) Marinelli, Kurtis (Olivia) Casucci, Katie (Justin) Springer, Kristina (Michael) Stranges, Nicole and Lauren Berlingeri, and Mitchell and Ethan Casucci. Adored bisnonna (or bibisnonna) of Ella and Marcus Murray, Maddox Marinelli, Gianna Stranges, and Brynlee Springer. Dear sister of Giovanna Biffi in Italy, Giacomo (Alda) Cristiano, Lina (Tony) Fazio, and Frank (Lina) Cristiano. Dear sister-in-law of Carmela Cristiano, and Sam Mirabelli. Stella was predeceased by her parents Emilio and Giuseppina Cristiano, brothers Salvatore and Pietro, and infant sister, as well as brothers and sisters-in-law Philip and Pierina Casucci, Rosina and Ottavio DeFazio, Giacomina and Mansueto Cassolato, Linda Mirabelli, and Luciano Biffi. Fondly remembered and survived by many nieces and nephews in Canada and Italy. Stella lived for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were truly the light of her life.
We wish to thank the staff of Eventide, who cared for our dear mother for the last year and a half. Special thank you to Major Donna, for meeting our mom’s spiritual needs, especially during her last week. Thank you also to Shannon, Helena, Grace, and Sheila, and to Kevin who would always greet us with a smile and remind us to drive home safely. The family will receive friends at Morse & Son Funeral Home, 5917 Main St., Niagara Falls, on Wednesday March 6th, 2024, between 1-4pm and 6-9pm. A funeral mass to celebrate the life of Stella, will be held at St. Ann’s Church, 5740 Buchanan Ave, Niagara Falls, on Thursday March 7th, 2024, at 11am with entombment at Fairview Mausoleum to follow. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish, in lieu of flowers may make a memorial donation to Parkinson Canada or St. Ann’s Church. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morseandson.com