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Marie Yanez-Masi Obituary
Middletown, NY
Marie Leonor Yanez-Masi "Aunt Marie", 91, a homemaker and a 69-year area resident, passed quietly in her sleep at home on Tuesday, August 19, 2008. She was 91 years old.
The daughter of Ramon and Ascension Losada Sotelo Yanez, she was born on January 9, 1917 in Orense, Spain. She was the beloved wife of the late Vito J. Masi.
Marie was a member of Mulberry House in Middletown and the Town of Wallkill Happy Seniors.
Mom lived a blessed life, happiest when her home was filled with family and friends, enjoying the never ending pot of sauce and meatballs, and her "Dead Cakes", she was the keeper of the family histories, loved to tell how she eloped at 18 years of age with her beloved Vito in 1939 before her family returned to their native Spain. Mom touched many with her kind words, and unconditional love for all she met. She will be missed.
Her survivors include two sons, Raymond A. Masi & his wife, Raelene, of New Windsor, NY and James I. Masi, of Middletown, NY; a brother, Samuel Yanez of Highland Falls, NY; grandchildren, Joe Vito, Jason, Bob, Chris and Bryan Masi & Kaitlyn Travis; many nieces & nephews and her special friend & caring neighbor, Bettina Barber; daughter-in-laws, Joan Masi of New Windsor, NY and Margaret Travis of the Town of Newburgh; sister-in-law, Carmella Yanez & family in Middletown, sister-in-law, Rosa Lopez Yanez and family of Spain and sister-in-law and husband, Mary & Larry Duco of Middletown and Georgette Masi of Middletown.
In addition to her husband, Vito, she was predeceased by her son, Joseph R. Masi; brothers, Victor & Raymond Yanez.
Friends may call at the Cornelius, Dodd & Connell Funeral Home, 26 Grove Street, Middletown on Monday, August 25, from 2-4 & 7-9 PM.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 26 in St. Joseph's Church, 149 Cottage Street, Middletown, NY. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Middletown.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cornelius, Dodd & Connell Funeral Home. For directions or to send a condolence, please visit www.connellfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marie Yanez-Masi
James Masi
October 1, 2008
Mom, you left such a void in our lives, you were such a presence, you will always be with us, in our thoughts and prayers. Your last day will be with me for the rest of my days. We will always be here for the family, till one day when all of us will be called home. We will miss you. your loving son Jimmy.
Nancy Pavlich
September 30, 2008
Dear Jim and family:
Beyond Counting Blessings
Being Truly Thankful – for being touched by Marie Masi:
Often when we practice being thankful, we go through the process of counting our blessings, acknowledging the wonderful people, like Marie Masi, that make up our reality. True thankfulness stems from a powerful comprehension of the gift of simply being touched by someone very special. In this deep state of gratitude, we recognize the purity of the experience of being, in and of itself, and our thankfulness is part and parcel of our awareness that we are one with this great mystery that is life.
The thing to remember about the life in this world, though, is that it ebbs and flows, expands and contracts, gives and takes, and is by its very nature somewhat unpredictable. No one is exempt from the twists and turns of fate, which may, at any time, take the possessions, situations, and people we love away from us. Ironically, it is sometimes this kind of loss that awakens us to a thankfulness that goes deeper than just being grateful when things go our way.
My deepest felt gratitude for having met Marie Masi and family, and sharing meals and laughter around the family table. My thoughts are with you and your family. Thanks for always being there for me and mine.
Nancy Pavlich
Maggie Travis
September 21, 2008
Marie was a unique individual. All those who met her instantly liked her and her friends and family counted themselves lucky to have her as a part of their lives. She always welcomed you into her home with an endless supply of food and humorous stories, but it was her smile that would warm your heart. For those who loved her, her 91 years on earth was too brief. She will truly be missed....."Smile, God loves you" and so does Marie.
Cathy Young
September 18, 2008
There will never be a more wonderful person then Aunt Marie. I am so grateful for all you did for me and I miss you and love you. I go by Ogden street and I am so sad that you are not there. You will always be in my heart. I agree, you should have written that book! I will pass on all the stories you told me and maybe someday someone will write that book for you. God bless you, may your soul rest in peace.
Laura Vidler
September 18, 2008
Tía Abuela María,
Siempre estaré muy agradecida que tuve la oportunidad de conocerte--de charlar contigo en tu lengua nativa y de escuchar todas las historias de la Galicia de tu juventud. Siempre nos tratabas a mí y a mis hijos como parte de la familia. Te echo de menos y te quiero mucho.
Un beso,
Laura, Emilia y Elías
Christopher Masi
September 18, 2008
Grandma,
I truly miss the daily talks we would have. You were the keeper of lore for the "Masi Tribe." Since we could never convince you to write that book, these stories will have to live on through our telling. Your love and your light will truly be missed by all of us who had to pleasures of talking with you.
Judi Dubaldi
September 18, 2008
You were everyone's Aunt Marie. We loved coming to your house, there was always room, not only at the table, but in your heart. You were a very special person to all of us. We will carry on the tradition of holidays at the big table with everyone sitting around remembering you at your place of honor at the "head of the table", as it should be. Take care of them all up there.
Love you always, Judi
Joseph A. Dubaldi, Jr
September 18, 2008
As a kid growing up, I always remember the trips to Middletown on Sunday for a great meal with Aunt Marie. I remember Uncle Vito and the dog and the family getting together. These are thoughs that will stick with me for the rest of my life. It was such an enjoyment going to the house and just talking and joking around. I remember my father picking pears from the tree in the back yard. As we grew older my family would make trips to the house and we would do the same thing. My boys got to be good friends with the cousins and we are all one large family. Aunt Marie I truly will miss you and all your words of wisdom and the stories you would tell us. It was a gathering place for the whole family. Ogden Street will never be the same. Aunt Marie we will all meet again sometime. Miss you and love you
Bryan Masi
September 16, 2008
Not many words can truely define such a woman as my grandma. Her unconditional love for all she met or knew goes beyond that of a human and more towards the likes of an angel. I cant even begin to describe how sad i am to loose my grandma and yet how happy i am at the same time to know that she is reunited with my grandpa and my uncle joe. I know that she is in a better place and as I type this she is smiling down on me. I love you grandma with all my heart. Thank you for all the advice you gave over the years, the stories, and most of all the love you had for your family and friends. As you always said to me every night before I kissed you good night,"Chow Baby."
Bette Ann Young
August 25, 2008
Dear Joan: Sorry to hear of your mom in law passing . I know how much you loved her. My sincere sympathy to you ,your sons and all your family. Your friend Bette Ann and husband Don.
WAYNE WALTON
August 23, 2008
JIM & RAY,
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.. The memories of your mom and little Italy will always be with me.
God bless your family. Hope to see you on my next visit.
Robert Masi
August 23, 2008
Grandma Masi,
I miss you so much. I'm glad that you are with Grandpa Vito, and my father once again. I know in my heart you are looking over us, as you did everytime we sat with you at the table. No matter how far apart we were, you always gave me the best advise, and knew what I needed to hear. I understand where my father got his strong will, and love for family, from you. I'm glad you are reunited with him, and hope you tell him to save us all a piece of your "icebox cake". .... RIP, with all my heart, Love Bobby
Chic Russo
August 22, 2008
Ray and Jim-Very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was a very special lady and I respected her very much.
SUSAN MESCHINO
August 22, 2008
DEAR JIMMY, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOUR MOTHER WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON. SHE IS PART OF THE ODGEN STREET MEMORIES I HAVE WHILE GROWING-UP. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. (MARIA, SUSIE,VICKIE GIOVANNELLI)
Nick Damiano
August 22, 2008
To the Masi family our prayers and thoughts are with you all. I will miss seeing her coming out to pin money on our lady of mt. carmel every july.
She was always so happy even with all her problems. god bless . sincerly
Nick Damiano and family
Carrie & Edward
August 22, 2008
We will miss you Aunt Marie..Me haraz falta..Descanse en paz..
John & Ruth O'Sullivan
August 22, 2008
Marie was a real class lady. It was a privilege to know her.
Joan Masi
August 22, 2008
Mom never met a person she didn't like, and all who met her liked her immediately. She had the biggest heart and kindest personality along with a great sense of humor. I will miss her immensely. I loved her .
Becky, John,& John Scriber
August 22, 2008
Ray, Raelene, Jason & Ray's Family
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Ray's Mom. Our prayers are with you, It's a very sad time when you loss a loved one. Just think about all the good times that you had with your mom.
God Bless you,
Becky, John, John Scriber
William Woods
August 22, 2008
Marie Masi was a large part of my life growing up in Middletown, I went to see her in June, and still the same person, Woody come in and have a cup of tea. My prayers are with her and family.
David & lou-Ann Mac Morran
August 22, 2008
Ray & Raelene we are so sorry to hear of Ray's Mom's Passing and our Condolences to the Rest of the Family also . May she Rest in Peace and we all should live to be 91 like her , God Bless you all.
Peter O'Connor
August 22, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss. May she rest in peace.
Worked with her son Joe -CPD a Prince of a guy who I am sure is waiting for her at heavens gate.
John & Denise Hawk
August 22, 2008
Ray, Jim and family, We were so sorry to here about Marie and wish we could be there with you. God Bless her and we will see you soon.
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