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Mary I. "Dolly" Michelizzi

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Mary Michelizzi Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 24, 2006.

Mary I. 'Dolly' (Amendola) Michelizzi, 84, of Duluth, died Monday, Aug. 21, 2006 in her home. She was born July 3, 1922 in Chisholm, Minn., to Thomas and Angelina (Colalillo) Amendola. She married Samuel Michelizzi. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church. Dolly was a mother to many, a friend to all, and helped all who were in need. The following poem best describes our mother. My Perfect Mother by Donna Fargo-Your heart is big. Your love is pure. You want the best for me and care about everything I'm going through. You love me without condition. If I could choose anyone at all for my mom, I'd choose you. You're my perfect mother, and I love you and appreciate you more than I could ever express. She was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel in 1993; parents; step-mother, Nellie Amendola; brothers, Frank Amendola and Edward Lanaro; sister, Dorothy Jeanetta. She is survived by her children, Mary (Don) Drigans of St. Paul Park, Minn., Michael (Trish) Michelizzi, Kathleen Michelizzi, Patricia (Richard) Lomoe, Carmen (Terry) Rich all of Duluth, Sam (Patty) Michelizzi of Proctor; and special mother to Eddie Lanaro; sisters, Carmen (Edward) Orman of Duluth, Susan Peverstorf and Jean (Bruce) Hansen of Las Vegas, Nev.; brother, Thomas Amendola of Duluth; 18 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. A special thank you to our sister, Kathleen for her patient and loving care of our mother. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL:11 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Catholic Church. Visitation 5 to 7 p.m. Friday with wake prayers at 6:30 p.m. in Dougherty Funeral Home. Interment at Calvary Cemetery. Memorials preferred to donor's choice. Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home, 600 E. 2nd St, Duluth, MN 55805, 218-727-3555.

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Lynn Lomoe

August 18, 2025

Still miss you bunches, Grandma. Love you forever.

Carmen Rich

August 22, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Carmen Rich

August 22, 2007

You left us a year ago mother. I've missed and needed you so much. I think about you everyday and am so thankfull you are my mother. I hope you and dad are together and some day our family will all be together again. I love you mom.

lolly & frank hoffman

September 4, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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lolly hoffman, diane hanna) hoffman

September 4, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

lolly, diane (osberg) hoffman

September 4, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Lynn Lomoe

August 25, 2006

Dear Grandma...I am so glad I had a chance to fly up and see you this past Christmas. Even though I am sad that you are no longer with us, I know that you are in a happier place with God, Grandpa and all of the others that you loved so much. I am so grateful that you were a part of my life for the time that you were here, and I will miss you. Love, Lynn

Christine Rich

August 24, 2006

Dear Grandma, I am very sad that it was your time to go but am very happy to know you are in a loving, happy place with God and reunited with grandpa. I will miss you deeply but behind you, you have left the most wounderful memories a granddaughter and her children could ever ask for and for that I am forever greatful and will forever feel loved. Love Always Your Granddaughter Chrissy.

Mary Sue (Beanie) Leach Sanchez

August 24, 2006

Dear Auntie Dolly, you will be deeply missed. To all the cousins, grandkids, and greatgrand kids, I truely feel your loss.

Kim Miner

August 24, 2006

Carmen, I am so sorry to hear about your mothers death. I will say prayers for the family to get through this time of sorrow. I know your mother is happy with God. You have my sincere condolences. May God be with you all.

Carmen Capron

August 24, 2006

My deepest sympathy and prayers to your family. Yes, your Mom was 'one' of a kind with her beautiful smile. I hold many good memories. My love to all of you. God bless you. Carmen Capron

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