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BORN
1920
DIED
2019
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Emelinda Gacona Obituary
Born on September 10, 1920 in Derby, Connecticut Emelinda was the daughter of the late Giacinto and Ida (Cespulli) Branchesi. She was also predeceased by her siblings, Bennie Branchesi, Yolanda Silvestri, and Bruno Branchesi.
Emelinda was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church. She retired after 25 + years as a printer for Fredette Printer's, in Springfield.
Emelinda is survived by her three daughters, Linda Gacona of Feeding Hills, Gail Fehling and her husband Gary, of Easthampton, MA, Peggy Gacona of Agawam; five grandchildren, Jeffrey Perreault, Kevin Perreault, Nicholas Cardaropoli and his wife Amanda, Greg Fehling and his wife Stephanie, Jonathan Fehling and his wife Sami; five great grandchildren, Stephon, Anthony, Mason, Grant, and Natalie; along with nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00AM on Friday May 17, 2019 in Sacred Heart Church, 1065 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills. Burial will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, 1601 State St., Springfield. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Sacred Heart Parish, 1061 Springfield St., Feeding Hills, MA 01030 or to Baystate Hospice, 50 Maple St., Springfield, MA 01030, or to an organization of the donor's choice. Colonial Forastiere Family Funeral Home, 985 Main St., is entrusted with final arrangements. Please visit www.forastiere.com to offer a personal message to the family.
Memories and Condolences
for Emelinda Gacona
13 Entries
Debra
May 8, 2021
I so miss you my dear friend! Hope you and uncle Bruno are laughing,and having fun! R.I.P. MY DEAR FRIEND HAPPY Mother's day x2❤❤
Never forgotten!
Lauren Baldarelli
May 17, 2019
Peggy, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. What an amazing woman. Always had a smile. I see so much of her in you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
David Mezzetti
May 15, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Warmly, Susan Borgatti Meunier
May 15, 2019
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
May 15, 2019
Peggy,
So sorry to hear that your mom passed away. Thinking of you.
Mary (Morin) Zajac
Debra and Randy
May 15, 2019
I will remember and miss my dear friend forever it was a joy to know her.she was nothing but sunshine! She loved her family more than life and gave her love freely to everyone she met. Keep gardening Emmyin heaven. The sun is shining for you!I Will love you forever and keep you in my heart come visit me in my dreams!God Speed Beautiful!love you always Debbie Buiso xo
Bob and Joanne Freemam
May 15, 2019
I'll always have great memories of aunt Linda and my cousins living across the street from us and her homemade sugar cookies after school. Good memories with my mom and dad and aunt Linda over the years. You'll be greatly missed !
Donna Lavalette
May 15, 2019
Linda, Gail and Peggy,
I remember your Mom from many years ago. She always had a warm and beautiful smile. She worked hard for all of you. My condolences and prayers to you and your families.
Donna Casper Lavalette
Christine Stellato-Conde
May 14, 2019
Mrs. Gacona was one of the most wonderful women and mothers that I have ever known.
Such a sweet person whom I have never forgotten from my childhood days with her daughters.
Lisa Markland (Amabile)
May 14, 2019
Gail, Linda, Peggy and all of Linda's family...
I was so sad to read of Linda's passing. She was one of the nicest people I ever knew. Always so good to my boys when they were growing up. They always wanted to go to Linda's on Halloween to show her their costumes! She was a wonderful friend to my Mom, thru the years. Just a sweet, sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a special lady.
Diane Pirnie
May 14, 2019
Dear Linda, Gail, and Peggy,
I am so sorry for your loss, I know she struggled and now is in a happier place, watching over all of you. I remember all the happy times I spent with her when I was in high school. She will be missed.
So sorry
With all my love,
Diane DiDonato Pirnie
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