RAVENA Elizabeth Mary Cacckello Oatman, entered eternal life on Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at the Ann Lee Nursing Home, where she was a resident. Elizabeth was born April 1, 1930, daughter of the late Benny and Mary Cacckello. She had lived in Ravena most of her life. Survivors include her children, Mary Ann (Chris) Libertucci and John and Debbie Oatman; several grandchildren; sister, Rosemarie Peterson. Elizabeth was predeceased by her brothers, Tony, Benny and Frankie Cacckello. Granny O's eyes would light up a room when she shared visits from her granddaughter Niona and great-granddaughter Hayley Crosier, to whom she was extremely close. She takes fond memories with her and, likewise, they will always cherish the memories they shared with her. Special thanks go to the staff at the Ann Lee Home 2W for their special care and kindness to Elizabeth, Community Hospice of Albany and their volunteers. A very special thanks to Joseph, Doreen, Dawn and Sarah for all their compassion, kindness and comfort. A private funeral will take place at a later date. Those wishing to remember Elizabeth may either send a contribution to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or to Make A Wish Foundation, 1275 Broadway Ave., Albany, NY 12204.
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Dear Mom,
It's hard to believe that you've been gone for a year already. I know that you're in Heaven with Grandma; I sure hope you two aren't arguing! LOL
Aunt ReRe called today. She misses you alot. She thinks about you often. You are always in her prayers.
We all miss you and love you very much. Give Grandma a big hug and kiss from me. Love, Debbie
Debbie Oatman
June 7, 2007
MaryAnn,
I am sorry for the loss of your mother, and even sorrier that you had to deal with everything in her last few days. Thank You so much for spending time with my grandmother during your many hours at Anne Lee. I never knew your mom when she was healthy, but I sure she would have been very proud of how you have cared for her during her illness. Love You Tammy Parker
Tammy Parker
June 16, 2006
Dear Mom,
The giver of life, you gave me that most precious gift. My heart ached as I watched your life slip away into oblivion. It pained me to see your last days filled with agony, knowing there was nothing I could do to dispel your suffering. My fond memories of former days will remain in my heart always. I'm so despondent that your wishes to be buried with your parents wasn't fulfilled. But, your misery has ended. May you rest in peace.
Lovingly,
John
John Oatman
June 15, 2006
Dear Mom,
I'm so glad that your pain and suffering has finally ended. I know that you are with Grandma now and that she is elated to have you there. She'll take care of you and teach you all about your new home in Heaven.
Your death was bittersweet for me. I am grateful that I had the privelege to have spent the early and middle years with you once you were no longer able to live at home. You were so understanding about MaryAnn not being able to visit you due to her familial obligations. I'm also glad that she was able to be there when our roles reversed. Funny how God arranges things to work out so uniquely.
I'll never forget the times at Lancaster House. Joel and Jack would keep you in stitches while DJ drove them crazy! You always adored DJ and he loved visiting you. Joe found his niche, helping to fix or hook up things for all the residents, Ms. Terry especially!
As we reflect on the times we were able to spend with you, DJ's fondest memories are of you and Benny at his birthday party. Remember Paul, Lynn, and Ron bought those funky glasses and we all looked so ridiculous wearing them. We love looking at those pictures!
I am thankful to have had the privelege of honoring your wish for a Christian Memorial Mass. I know you were there and you loved it. Everything was perfect, the flowers, Scout and Kevin presenting the gifts, Sofie and Lily at the door, Jimmy and I doing the readings, and Aunt ReRe, Missy, and your precious Johnny there together.
We'll miss you. Spread your wings!
Love,
Debbie, Scout, DJ, Kevin,
and Brian
Special thanks to Coleen Bullis for being by my side and helping me to arrange everything. Love you Col.
Debbie Oatman
June 14, 2006
Rest in Peace Liz. We remember many happy times spent with you and Aunt Mary and Uncle Benny and of course, Junior, Tony, Rosie and Frankie. We hold you in our hearts and in our prayers. Love from your cousins in Hudson. What a blessing to have your funeral service today on the feast day of St.Anthony of Padua.
Dolly, Liz and Anthony Cacchillo
June 13, 2006
Maryann, My deepest sympathies go out to you. It's never easy, but I'm glad she has moved onto a better place and is at peace now.
Vicki Hutton
June 13, 2006
Well Liz, you are finally healed physically, and mentally and you are now completely happy with God at your side.
What God gives you now is your insight back and you now have your own mind back and can make your own judgments and you see the truth for what it is. Your sister Rosemarie certainly loved you too as much as all your children do and you were at comfort knowing they were there with you through all your years and at your side at the end. I am sure you would have wanted to have one more because you loved all your children the same as most mother's do. Rosie remembers all those years she took good care of your children when they were young and in need and you were so sick. She always managed to come visit and many times would have to take taxis because she did not drive. But you knew that....
Peace be with you now.
Love,
your sister Rosie and your family.
June 13, 2006
Mary Ann and family--so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. It is never easy to endure that kind of loss. I extend to you my very sincere sympathy.
Nancy Biscone
June 12, 2006
Maryann,
sorry to hear about your mother passing, but we both know that she is in a far better place.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
all my love always
Dawn[momma harvey]
dawn harvey
June 10, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Peggy Palmer
June 10, 2006
I remember your Mother very well. She was a very nice lady.
Sorry for your loss.
K. Smith
June 10, 2006
Carolyn St. Denis
June 10, 2006
My sympathy to my "lunch" friend Rose on the passing of her sister.
Christina Yunck
June 10, 2006
Mary Ann,
You did everything for your mom all of your life!! Thank God she had you... She was very blessed to have you as her daughter and she would always tell us how much she loved you.. You were the only one who visited her and that meant the world to her.. Of course Hayley and Niona held a very special place in her heart, too...I know she is at peace now and you should be,too.. May God give you the strength to get through this sad time in your life..
Fondly,
Cindy
Cindy Jones
June 10, 2006
MaryAnn,
I am so very sorry about your mother and what she had to go through in the end. My heart is aching for you right now. You have taken such good care of your mother for so many years. The few times I went to Ann Lee with you to see her, I could see the love she had for you in her face. I hope you know that she is in a much better place now and not suffering anymore. Thank God she had such a wonderful and special daughter. My heart and prayers go out to you MaryAnn and to those who loved and cared for your mother.
Renate La Fleur
June 10, 2006
Mom,
You had so much peace and comfort until your last 3 three days, I felt so sorry for you.. We both know God doesn't like ugly.. You know what happens when people feel guilty for their behavior...people like that we can only pray for..I know Niona truly enjoyed spending Tuesday evening with you and that you were just as happy to have had her by your side..We laughed with all of your friends, had many parties,(you loved being the center of attention) lots of fun filled holidays, we absolutely can not forget how you would love to sing for us (maybe that's where I got my lovely voice from!!) and most of all shared wonderful memories that nobody will ever be able to take away from us...Hayley loved to come to the home and hand out necklaces to you and your friends..I know thay all are still enjoying them. The nurses and staff at Ann Lee became your family. I know how much they loved you and they would always tell me, "Your mom remembers everything"!You even knew all of their childrens names, always asking about them...And I know Richard was your "favorite man" there, you couldn't wait to show me how pretty he painted your nails...We did share alot of fun-filled times there. I will miss going there to visit you but I know deep in my heart now that you went home to a much better place...May you have peace now~~ no more suffering..thank you so much for being such a WONDERFUL MOTHER!!! Until we meet again, always remember I love you!!!!
Mary Ann
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoox
Mary Ann Libertucci
June 10, 2006
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