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Teresa DiPirro Obituary

DiPIRRO-Teresa (Juliano) November 24, 2007, of Buffalo, beloved wife of the late Daniel DiPirro; dear mother of Daniel R. (Mary Zagarino), Mary (Paul) Eberle and Delores (Antonio) DiLorio; loving grandmother of Maria Olivo, Lisa Rusnak, Paul and Daniel A. Eberle, Daniel DiPirro, Daniela and Giuliano DiLorio; great-grandmother of Chloe, Gabriella, Francesca and Griffin; sister of the late Jenny (late Larry) Ognibene, Alessio (late Margaret) Juliano and Eugene (late Frances) Juliano; survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A Memorial Mass will be held Tuesday at Fourteen Holy Helpers Church at 9:00 AM. No prior visitations. Flowers are gratefully declined. Teresa graduated from Hutch-Tech High School. During WWII, she worked at Curtis Wright Chevrolet; was a retired retail worker for Hengerers and Kaufmanns; she also ushered at Kleinhans and Shea's. She was a volunteer at Roswell and Catholic Charities. She was an avid golfer and played well into her eighties. Arrangements by the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online register at www.CANNANFH.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Nov. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Teresa DiPirro

22 Entries

Eugene Abrahamson

November 25, 2019

Teresa was a family treasure and friend, she always made me laugh and brought a smile to my heart! I think of her often and miss her everyday!

Lisa Rusnak

November 30, 2007

Tree was my grandmother. My earliest memories of her? My parents often sent me to her house when they had to work or went out. I remember her house, full of fascinating stuff I should not touch, more than any of my own houses from that time. I wandered that house from attic to basement for hours.

Grama Tree was a giant to me. She would look down her nose at me when she was annoyed and I would shake in my shoes. But she was a great babysitter. She would give me paint-by-numbers, and mutter Italian under her breath when I spilled my paintbrush water, but always praised my artistry. I was allowed to push down on the pedal of her sewing machine. I got to watch the Andy Griffith show (and I think The Price Is Right, was that on then?) and she would always make pastina for me. I often helped her clean the glass dangly things from her lamps. Never did she fail to pretend to eat a mud pie (remember, Maria?) and find it delicious.

I will never hear "You Are My Sunshine" without thinking of her. It is hard to believe she is gone.

One of our less glamorous moments.

November 30, 2007

The gang of four.

November 30, 2007

Her surprise birthday gathering.

November 30, 2007

Tree always had to run him down in order to get her kisses in.

November 30, 2007

A rare one with Gramma Tubby.

November 30, 2007

What a beautiful smile she had! I loved to see her all dressed up.

November 30, 2007

Despite the fact he wouldn't take direction, she never stopped trying.

November 30, 2007

Often she would forget to take off her sunglasses. "Why is it so dark in here?"

November 30, 2007

When Chloe was born, I was glad to have her help. She was always ready to sing and rock.

November 30, 2007

She always brought a hat with her. Here with her daughter Mary and great-granddaughter Chloe.

November 30, 2007

JoAnna Welsh

November 29, 2007

Heartfelt condolences to the family of Teresa DiPirro. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you.

Paul Eberle

November 28, 2007

We called her "Gramma Tree," and she visited often and watched us when our parents were away. I have many fond memories of her over the past years: her aggressive driving style, her way of grabbing cereal out of the box, instead of pouring it (much to the dismay of her 5-year old grandson), the zoo trip, going to see her at the store where she worked. One of the best was meeting her at our cousin's house earlier this year; this wasn't my Grandmother, this was a girl hanging out with her friends, and we all had a blast!
I will always love my "Gramma Tree."

Patty Tufillaro

November 28, 2007

Dearest Aunt Teresa: You have known me since you met Uncle Danny and I felt so bad that I didn't have a chance to visit you when you were ill. We always had so much fun especially at Ralph's during the holidays. You always asked me "how are the kids?" I came home after visiting my boys and found that you had gone home to God and to Uncle Dan. How long he has waited for you. You had a long, wonderful life here and now the good times are just beginning. I love you, Aunt Tree, and will always remember you.

Love, your niece, Patty

Gene Abrahamson

November 27, 2007

Teresa was a coworker of mine at Catholic Charities and referred to me as her boss. Working there 9 -5 daily went by like clockwork, except on the days she was there. Those days I never wanted them to end, we had so much fun. She worked and gleamed there telephone calling elderly people on Friendly Phones through Supportive Services. She was the special caller to many seniors living alone out there in Erie County and she helped and referred them for other needed services or just to check in with them to see how they were doing. She was a treasure to everyone. Teresa left work there, as did I and we remained friends. During our friendship I learned so much from her, even let me call her Tree, that was an honor. Over the last few years we went out to lunch a few times and chatted on the telephone (like friendly phones) and most recently I visited her and cherished the short time I spent with her, it was lovely, again hearing that contagious laugh she had and admire how easy it was to pick up where we left off. I didn't imagine it would be the last time I would see her, I miss her smile, her sense of humor and the laughter; she always made me laugh so hard. I thought and hoped she would live forever. I can't think of anyone who touched my heart and made a difference in my life as my friend Tree did in mine. There is only one word that describes her: Awesome. I will miss you every day of my life and when my telephone rings I will think of you, farewell my friend...we will speak again someday.

Diana Michael

November 27, 2007

Please Accept My deepest Condolences on The Passing Of Tree, I knew Her through June Gray from Seneca Woods. She'll be missed greatly

Diana Michael

November 27, 2007

I am deeply saddened to Learn of Teresa's Passing. Please accept My deepest Condolences.

Mike and Jackie Juliano

November 27, 2007

We have been following Teresa's health issues for the past several months and are saddened to hear of her passing. She certainly lived life to the fullest right up to the end. She will always be an inspiration. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family

Paul Gray

November 27, 2007

We Knew Tree From Seneca Woods, We are deeply saddened by Her Passing, She was always there for everyone & always wore a Smile, She'll be deeply missed, We'll always remember Her for Her Red Beret & Her Smile.

Joe and Ceilia Brown

November 26, 2007

Aunt Tre is a special part of our New York memories. She was always there to help us with our boys (even sometimes chasing them down the street!) Her contagious laugh and love for life will always be remembered. Rest in peace and may his perpetual light shine upon you.

RoseMarie Crean (Romano)

November 26, 2007

Tree will be missed not only by myself and my family, but by so many people whose lives she's touched over the years. She was my mother's best friend and someone who I felt was part of my family. She always had a smile on her face and such a wonderful laugh. I'll never forget Tree sitting with my first-born on her lap, singing: "I love you, a bushel and a peck, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck". That song has stayed with me through three children and one grandchild. She was a wonderful woman and will be remembered with such love and admiration.

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