Antonietta R. Lesstino

Lesstino, Antonietta R. ALBANY Antonietta R. Lesstino, 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 after a long illness. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Rose Mazzarella DeSorbo. She was a seamstress in Albany before becoming a homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband, Nicholas in 1958. She was the sister of the late Angeline Fusco, Josephine Insero and Anthony DeSorbo. Antonietta was devoted to her family throughout her entire life, never missing an opportunity to celebrate a family event. She will be fondly remembered for her cooking and unforgettable baked goods. She was the beloved mother of Ann Conley (late Raymond) of Albany and Joseph Lesstino (Sarah) of West Palm Beach, Fla.; cherished grandmother of Kathleen Conley, Raymond Conley, Scott Lesstino and Angela White; special aunt to Anthony (Janice) Insero, Thomas (Barbara) Insero, John Crisorio and Giovanni (Michaela) DiSorbo; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins also survive. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Richard Balsam and his staff, St. Peter's Hospital and St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the loving care they provided Antonietta. Funeral services Saturday, August 28, 2010 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish (formerly St. James Church), Albany at 9:00 a.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will follow the Mass in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. To leave the family a special message on their guest book, obtain a prayer card or share a photo or E-Card with them, please visit McVeighFuneralHome.com