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Aleatha Iacolucci Obituary

Aleatha Joy (Jellum) IACOLUCCI Aleatha Joy (Jellum) Iacolucci passed away on March 29, 2011 in the company of her family. Aleatha was born on November 27, 1931 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and moved to Seattle during her childhood. She graduated from Roosevelt High in 1949. Shortly thereafter, she met Hank Iacolucci and they were married on January 5, 1952. Aleatha joined Hank on Beacon Hill and they were active in their children's schools (St. Edward's, O'Dea and Holy Names) for many years. Besides raising her three children, Aleatha worked at several positions before embarking on a 22 year career at O'Dea High School. She was a mother and friend to many young men who attended O'Dea. Throughout her lifetime, but particularly after her retirement from O'Dea, she and Hank enjoyed traveling together, and entertaining family and friends. She was an extraordinary Nani to her six grandchildren; nothing pleased her more than spending time with them and watching them grow up. She was a supportive, loving, optimistic and patient wife, mother and grandmother.She always had time for her family. She was preceded in death by her sisters Marie Wade and Lois Dehne, and by her brother Philip Jellum. She is survived by her husband, Hank Iacolucci; three children, Melinda, Mike (and wife Martha) and Jamie (and wife Debbie); 6 grandchildren, Michael and Katie Crafton, and Adam, Mark, Jared and Angela Iacolucci; a great granddaughter, Mia Iacolucci; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to O'Dea High School or to your favorite charity. Memorial Mass will be held at St. Edward's Church on Saturday, April 2, at 11:00 a.m., with a reception to follow in the parish hall.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2011.

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Br. Patrick Dunne

April 17, 2011

Hank, Melinda, Michael, and Jamie - I just learned of Aleatha's passing; I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother/wife. She was a wonderful and classy lady who was so upbeat and helpful to everyone. I have fond memories of her humor and generosity; she was the picture of patience and kindness. She was the face of O'Dea to students, parents, visitors and, of course, to the Christian Brothers. She had the special gift of always making others feel important and appreciated. You are all in my prayers as you mourn the loss of a dearly loved person. May she rest in peace.

Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary

April 6, 2011

Dear Melinda and the Iacolucci Family,
We Sisters of the Holy Names offer you our prayerful support as your Mother enters her eternal life. May her new way of living in God's Presence bring great peace and joy to her, and may you experience her nearness always.

April 2, 2011

Mr. Hank Iacolucci, Melinda, Mike and Jamie: My deepest sympathy for your loss. I recall one visit to O'Dea, several years after graduation, where she showed me a picture on her desk. It was a picture of me and Jamie on O'Dea's roof! What were we doing up there? Neither she nor I could remember. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michael J. Yaguchi (O'Dea '76)
Washington, DC

sasa kirkpatrick

April 2, 2011

Oh dear Melinda and family,
Please accept my late acknowledgement of the passing of your momma. I am so sorry, Kenny read the news to me as I was going into a rather surprise gallblader surgery. Today I am home and I would have been at her service if I could have. My thoughts are with you,as I remember your mom's sweet smile she had for all your friends and her beautiful red hair.
with love, SaSa

April 2, 2011

Dear Hank,Melinda,Michael, Jamie and extended family: Jeannie and I were saddened on our return to Seattle late last night (friday) to hear of Aleatha's passing.Her friendship to me and my family over the many years from my earliest days at O'Dea to the present I hold dear to my heart. Her steadiness and kindness were the hallmarks of her service to the school community.These are, I think, attributes of a great heart,empathy and a incredible understanding of human nature.We wish to send you all our love at this difficult time and will add our modest prayers for you in our daily reflections. To when we see you in better times , God bless you all.Earl and Jean Hanley

April 1, 2011

Dear Hank, Melinda, Mike and Jamie,

Susan and I wish you all our heartfelt sympathy. We know that you will miss Aleatha profoundly, and we will miss her, too. She had a warmth and special way of making people feel welcomed and at ease. She was quick in sharing a smile and a hug as soon as she saw us arrive at family events. She appreciated things great and small, and was sure to send a thank you note even for emails and valentines.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Love, Susan & Sal

John McDonald

April 1, 2011

My condolences. They've reserved a special spot in Heaven for Mrs. Iacolucci. The O'Dea men, who had the privilege of knowing her, are eternally grateful. She will be missed but not forgotten.

April 1, 2011

"Iacoluccis and especially Mike, I am very sad to hear of your Mom's death. I have very fond memories of her going back to St. Ed's days. My family and my prayers are with you" Joe Soha

April 1, 2011

Melinda, Katie my deepest sympathy. you'all are in my thought and prayers

March 31, 2011

Hank, Melinda, Mike and James,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Aleatha and Hank were great friends to my parents. She will be remembered kindly by all. Aleatha was like a second Mom to generations of O'Dea students. I suspect she and Joe are catching up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mario (O'Dea '74) and Kris Forte

March 31, 2011

Hank, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of your great loss. Our prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. May Aleatha rest in peace. God Bless.

Bill & Kathy Clements

Shirley Hendrix

March 31, 2011

Aleatha was a beautiful, kind woman! Her presence graced many wonderful O'Dea events. She rests in the Hands of God. Our sympathy to all her family, but keep in mind that love is eternal!
Shirley Hendrix (O'Dea Mom - Bob, '85 & Chris '87)

March 31, 2011

Aleatha was a beautiful, kind woman! Her presence graced so many wonderful O'Dea events. She rests in the Hands of God. Our sympathies to her family - but know that love is eternal.
Shirley Hendrix (Mother of Bob '85 and Chris '87)

Louis Egashira

March 31, 2011

Mike, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Though I haven't seen you in over 40 years, I still remember the times we had at St. Edward. God Bless.

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