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Suzanne Bilotta Obituary

Suzanne Bilotta 1947 - 2009 PITTSFIELD Suzanne Bilotta, 62, of 142 Cheshire Road, died Friday, Aug. 21, at Berkshire Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pittsfield, April 1, 1947, daughter of the late Antonio and Dorothy Peaslee Saldo, she was a 1965 graduate of Pittsfield High School, and attended the Nursing Program at McCann Technical Vocational School in North Adams. At the time of her death, Mrs. Bilotta was employed in the Medical Records Department at Berkshire Medical Center where she had worked for 40 years. She was a member of Christian Assembly Church. She enjoyed cooking and traveling, and spending time with her family. Mrs. Bilotta leaves her husband, Louis Bilotta, whom she married April 3, 1971, at Pilgrim Memorial Church. Besides her husband, she also leaves two sons, Leone Bilotta and his wife, Lisa, of Philadelphia, and Antonio Bilotta, also of Philadelphia; a daughter, Juliana Bilotta of Pittsfield; a brother, Pittsfield Police Officer Richard A. Saldo and his wife, Susan, of Pittsfield; and two grandchildren, Samuel Leone Bilotta and Andrew David Bilotta. Mrs. Bilotta was pre-deceased by her sister, Joan Bertoldi, and her brother-in-law, Livio Bertoldi. FUNERAL NOTICE: Services for Suzanne Bilotta, who died Friday, Aug. 21, will be Monday, Aug. 24, at 10:15 a.m., from DERY FUNERAL HOME, followed by services at 11 a.m., at Christian Assembly Church. Burial will follow in Pittsfield Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mrs. Bilotta may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in care of the Funeral Home, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Aug. 22, 2009.

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Peter Saldo

August 26, 2009

She was a very kind person with a big heart. My Prayers and my heart go to all of you.

Jeanne Butler Boino

August 25, 2009

Sue was my classmate from the PHS Class of 1965 and was always there with a smile. In later years, I would see her with her mother-in-law and she still had that sweet smile. She was a lovely woman.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
May she rest in peace.
Jeanne Butler Boino

Loretta Roberts

August 25, 2009

Dear Lee,

I am very sorry to learn of your loss. As the wonderful tribute someone wrote in our website stated, she is now home. My mom went home 3 years ago, so I know something of your loss and there are no words to give comfort. But just know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Loretta Roberts - from SVCC

Cathi Magi (Kiger)

August 25, 2009

Dear Bilotta Family
I met Sue when she was first employed by BMC and worked with my Mom (Blanche)in the medical records department many years ago. She was a kind and passionate person, a person you don't forget. My sympathy to all of you.

Peggy Carty

August 25, 2009

To The Bilotta Family,
You've all been on my mind the past days. What a special person Suzanne was.I feel blessed to have known her if only for a short time. And I was happy to have met all of you.You are a wonderful family. I'm sure she is watching you all proudly.
With Love And Prayers,
Peggy Carty(one of the 5West Nurses)

James Belcher

August 24, 2009

Dear Louis & Family,
I have the honor of being Suzanne's God Father chosen by her mom, Dot Peaslee Saldo, my first cousin. In keeping with her Catholic Baptism we will once again be bonded as she shares in a mass celebrated at my St. Aloysius Church. My love to all.

Narch & Carol Arace

August 24, 2009

Dear Louis & Family,

My wife and I just received the news of your wife Suzanne's passing. We are deeply sorry and send you our sincere sympathy. We will pray for you and your family that Christ Jesus our Savior will sustain you at this time of your great loss.
Love,

Donna Saldo

August 24, 2009

To Sue’s family and loved ones,

One of my very favorite things about Sue was her gentleness. She would consistently touch my life in a gentle way. It was so refreshing.

I think I speak for many when I say we will miss her so much. But her gentle and caring spirit will always be with us.

Prayers and thoughts…

Cousin Donna

Nathan Dennis

August 24, 2009

Sue’s absence will be felt as we wish she was still here for many of life’s moments in the coming years. To us, this is a great loss and a sobering disappointment, but the truth is a comfort—for her, this transition into real life is an unspeakable gain. Our time away from Sue will not last long, and in many ways, she is still with us. Her kindness, compassion, graciousness, generosity, and self-sacrifice form a legacy that lives on in the lives of those around her. It is apparent to everyone who knew Sue or members of her family that this legacy is a real one, and is a legacy that is already being passed down to future generations.

In some ways, I feel like I was just getting to know Sue, but I have already been blessed so much by her spirit. Praying for you all, and wishing school did not keep me in Texas.

Lorelei Barrett

August 24, 2009

Dear Bilotta Family

I just returned from vacation to hear of Sue's passing. Sue and I worked together for many years and she was a wonderful person to work with. She loved her family and all those she worked with. I will miss her smile and gentle ways. Sue's loss will be felt here on this Earth but knowing what a wonderful Christian woman she was I know she is with Christ and watching over us as she always did.

August 24, 2009

Lee, Lisa and family,

We celebrate with you that mom is in a better place. We hope that you allow some time to grieve though, and enjoy the cherished memories you have of her.

Love to you and your family,
Michelle & John Pehlman

Renee Wilkins

August 24, 2009

I have worked with Sue for many years and I will always remember her for her kidness, love and most of all her strength. She was an angel in disguise. May god be with you all at this difficult time.

Jim Boland

August 23, 2009

Dear Rick and family,

I was very sorry to hear of your sister's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The Wells Family

August 23, 2009

Matthew 11:25-30
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.

In Christ,

Rob and Robin Finkill

August 23, 2009

We shed no tears for her:
She fought the fight
Against the body that had served her well,
But grew too weary.
Now, with spirit free,
For her-"the cloudless morning
And the anthems of Victory"

We mourn instead for those
Who suffer loss:
Her loss-and of the others they held dear,
Whose leaving makes this earth
(Our 'rare, blue planet")
A somehow smaller place,
And one less bright.

But she is with us still!
The ones we love
Have set their mark upon our hearts and minds
To make us who we are.
This best bequest-thmeselves-
Is left to us
When they are welcomed Home.

Mark & Debbie (Saldo) Casella

August 23, 2009

Louie, Rick and family,
Suzanne was a wonderful person, always a kind word and smile for everyone.
May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing your family and friends are praying for you at this difficult time.

Jane Unterberger

August 23, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Melodie Hoskeer

August 23, 2009

Sue was a special person to all that knew her, Her bravery and strength was a lesson to us all. Thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.

Debbie and Brandon

August 22, 2009

Rick and family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time of grief. As time moves on may you find comfort in all the memories that you have of Suzanne. Until then may you find comfort knowing that her pain and suffering is over and she is at peace.

Louis and Ruth Arace

August 22, 2009

Dear Louie, Lee, Tony and Juliana,

I have lost a dear, sweet sister in Christ as well as a close friend and family member. She left us a great example and legacy of what it means to truly put our faith and trust in God. Sue loved and served the Lord unconditionally and I will miss our telephone conversations and the many emails in between our calls. I will cherish the folder I created to house her emails and when the pain of losing my dear friend eases a little, I will re-read them again.

Sue offered encouragement to all who knew her and her sweet spirit was evident to everyone who came in contact with her. Her family meant everything to her and we enjoyed sharing about our children and grandchildren.

We will continue to uphold all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Sue will be greatly missed by all who loved her and we are so grateful that we can rest in the assurance that someday, we will once again be reuinted in Glory.

Much love,
Louis and Ruth Arace

Diana Saldo

August 22, 2009

To the Bilotta and Saldo Families,
A look at the stars, a touch of a hand... You are wished whatever comforts you. You are wished whatever brings peace to your hearts. Such a special person will never be forgotten. Sharing in your sadness.

August 22, 2009

Louie,and-kids
Our-thoughts-and-prayers-are-with-you-We-have-so-many-wonderful-memories-of-Sue.
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Deb Kirchner

August 22, 2009

To the Bilotta Family:
My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. I was blessed to be able to work with Sue at BMC and she was as special as they come. No matter how badly she was feeling, she always put the needs and concerns of someone else above her own. She was the most courageous woman I have ever met. Every time I walk by her desk my heart saddens but then I try to smile like she would want me to and say to myself she is at peace now and with someone who she believed so much in. I and the rest of her BMC family will miss her more than you can only imagine...

Suzanne Daigle

August 22, 2009

To the Saldo and Bilotta Families,
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of such an amazing wife, mother, sister and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Over the years as I accompanied my mom (Evelyn Miller Carabetta)to Pittsfield for visits with "Aunt" Dot, I saw Rick frequently, but only knew of Sue through "Aunt" Dot's family updates as she and my mom chatted. It was only recently during her mom's illness that I was able to meet Sue in person. I'm thankful that I was allowed the privilege of spending time, although a short amount and not under the best conditions, with such a brave, selfless, kind and caring person.
Suzanne

David Mazzella

August 22, 2009

Dear Lou and family, May God's peace and strength be yours during this time of deep grief. As the Apostle reminded us, we "sorrow, but not as those without hope." Thank God for the hope of eternal living in Christ.

We love you all,
Pastor & Lynda Mazzella

Daniel McNaughton

August 22, 2009

Dear Bilotta Family,

Our hearts goes out to your family in your time of loss. We grieve with you but not like those who have no hope. One day we will be together with our loved ones who have gone before us because of the finished work of Jesus Christ.

Daniel McNaughton and the SVCC Family

John GRADY

August 22, 2009

Rick & Family,
Very sorry for your loss!

carol saldo

August 22, 2009

Dear lou, children Rick and family so sorry for your loss. she is at peace now

G. Volpi

August 22, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

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