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AlaDean Zello Obituary
GENEVA - AlaDean J. Zello, 93, formerly of 99 Lewis St., passed away on Monday (October 17, 2016) at the Geneva Living Center North.
Family and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday (Oct. 21) at the McGuigan & Bero Funeral Home, 45 High St., Geneva. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday (Oct. 22) at the funeral home. The Rev. Dale Andrews will officiate. Burial will be in Ovid Union Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Beverly Animal Shelter, 50 E. River St., Waterloo, NY 13165 or charity of one's choice.
AlaDean was born on June 18, 1923, in Seneca Falls, the daughter of the late Daniel and Effie (Kinne) Stahlnecker. She had worked throughout the area and retired after many years from the Seneca Army Depot. AlaDean was a member of the Finger Lakes Women of the Moose #41 for 50 years, V.F.W. Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary in Phelps and a life member of North Seneca Sportsmen's Club.
AlaDean was very well known as the Avon Lady for 50-plus years. She loved playing cards, especially Euchre, Canasta and Skip Bo, and enjoyed Bingo.
She is survived by her children Josephine Pollino of Phelps, Gloria (John) Chilson of Florida, Joseph Zello, Jr. of Ionia, John (Kim) Zello of Waterloo and Dolly (Paul) Bates of Waterloo; son-in-law, Paul Hussey of Waterloo; 16 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, nine great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
AlaDean was predeceased by her husband, Joseph L. Zello, Sr.; daughter, Ellen "Shorty" Hussey; son-in-law, John Pollino; daughter-in-law, Sue Zello; sister, Ellen Barto; brothers, Romayne, Melvin, Edward and George Stahlnecker.
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Pamela (Cuffe) Off
October 25, 2016
Dearest Josie, So very sorry for the passing of you mom. I remember her and my Grandma hanging out together and always laughing! She was a truly great friend and beautiful lady. Sending you lots of love and healing thoughts.
Kay Krupcznski
October 21, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I remember AlaDean as such a caring, fun-loving person.
Nancy and Joe Palmisano
October 20, 2016
Dear Josie and Family,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Most sincerely,
Nancy and Joe
Piper Dailey-Seaman
October 20, 2016
So sorry to hear of AlaDeans' passing. She was so dear to so many people. Always had a smile and was so loving and cared for everyone so much. She will be sorely missed. Piper
October 19, 2016
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Ala. She was a sweet lady and Butch and I loved her. God bless you all. Flo Avery-DePaolis
Barb Campbell
October 19, 2016
Dear Josie
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful cheerful lady. You and your Family
are in my thoughts and prayers Barb
October 19, 2016
Sorry for your loss! AlaDean was a fun loving person who will be missed. Anthony, Sandy, Ben, and Lauren
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