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Angela DiRusso Obituary
ITHACA - Angela Addessi DiRusso, 91, or Tareyton Drive, died peacefully at her home on Friday, October 3, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Fondi, Italy, daughter of the late Rafalle and Catarina Rotunno Addessi and was the widow of Louis DiRusso, Jr. who died on July 23, 2002.
Angela is survived by her son, Tony DiRusso of India; her daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Jim Niefer of Ithaca; her grandchildren, David (Ellen) Niefer of Binghamton, Mark Niefer of Washington, DC, and Kimberly Niefer of Ithaca; her great-grandchildren, Eden Julia Niefer and Margo Niefer; and nieces and nephews living in Rome and Fondi. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by her brothers, Giovanni and Guido Addessi; and her sister, Domenica Nardoni.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Michael Mahler on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Church. Entombment will follow in the Queen of Peace Mausoleum, Calvary Cemetery. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in Angela's memory may be made to Hospicare, 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850. Arrangements are by the Bangs Funeral Home.
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Betty Matyas
October 8, 2008
Dear Ann and Jim,
Bob and I are saddened to learn of the death of your mother. We did not know her, but had a special relationship with your dad. God Bless her now that she is with him. We know you miss them both.
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Marie McCrone
October 6, 2008
Dear Ann, Jim and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You will all be in our prayers and we are so happy she will be visiting with Mom in Heaven. Love Marie and family
Allyson St.John
October 4, 2008
Tony
I'm sorry for your loss,but, celebrate
Angie's life. I only knew your mom a short time, but, felt like I had known
her all my life. A special lady was she. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Allyson St.John
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