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Carmella Astrella Obituary
CARMELLA, December. 30, 2007. Beloved daughter of the late Curly and Lucy (nee Ricciardi). Prudy will be sadly missed by her cousins Mildred, Susan, Carmen, Diane, Anthony and the late Phyllis; survived by other cousins, dear friends, Goombs, Prete, God daughter Kim, the Annunciation Family, her many students and all God's creatures. Relatives and friends invited to her Viewing Thurs. 7-9 P.M. and Fri. 8:30 to 9:30 A.M., CARTO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2212-14 S. Broad St. Funeral Mass Friday 10 A.M., Annunciation Church. Int. Holy Cross Cem. In lieu of flowers, make memorial dona-tions to The Annunciation Family, 1150 Wharton St., Phila. PA 19147.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carmella Astrella
Sponsored by anonymous.
Jocelyne Andrea Manning
November 24, 2024
Hey Ms Astrella
It´s Jocelyne Fisher but I am married woman . The year 2024 and I never gotten the chance to tell you thank you for being my teacher and for always telling me that I can do anything if I put my mind to it. A lot has changed since you been gone and I wish I could go by your house and tell you all about it what´s going on and how everything is changing but I know you are in heaven. I miss you so much and you keep annunciation bvm school alive every time we had an event or field trip you always promote it in your style. I love you so much and said hi to my mom and dad for me.
Bill DeFulvio
February 25, 2018
Dear Prudie
Thinking of you today.
How I missed the lost opportunity to share more of my life and children with you.
Your impact with humanity is priceless.
Love Your Cousin
Billy
February 18, 2013
Happy Birthday Prudy...
Karen Dougherty(Del Borrello)
January 11, 2013
Hope your having dinner with MyMom xxoo
December 31, 2012
Prudy,you are always in my thoughts and prayers.Can't believe it is five yrs. since you left us.RIP dear friend.
joseph burgese
February 20, 2012
hey Miss. Astrella just to let you know A.B.V.M is closing down :( i bet if u were still here you would find away to keep us open......... its been 5years since your passing i think about u every time i hear the word "PHILLIES" well see ya and remember will i will always love you...... :(:(:(:(
Josie Orlando
February 20, 2012
Happy Birthday Prudy - you would have been 65 my friend.
February 18, 2012
Happy Birthday,Prudy.Thinking of you today and everyday!!!!!
Maryann Marsella
December 30, 2011
Prudy, I can't believe it's been 4 years since you left us. I think about you all the time, I miss you my friend. You wil always be in my heart.:)
February 18, 2011
Happy Birthday,Prudy.You're in my thoughts!!
February 18, 2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRUDY
December 30, 2010
Dear Prudy,Thinking of you on your third anniversary.Always in my thoughts.
February 18, 2010
Dear Prudy,
Happy birthday !!!
Joseph Burgese
January 1, 2010
Hi Miss.Astrella
Its Joseph I just want you to know that I really really miss you its been 2 years since you passed away and every one that you knew or taught loves you and misses you soooooooooooooooooo much alright got to go about to go to bed hope I see you in my dreams bye.
Jackie liou
December 30, 2009
Hey ms astrella
Its jackie liou and theres not a daythat goes by that o dont think of u and u were the best teacher i ever had and will ever have third grade was the best year and i kno ur in heaven now but i still miss u we all do (jessica james jason daniel and david) u gave me so much and im so grateful i just still cant believe ur gone even after almost two years if u were wondering how im doing im doing well in skool i have good friends but i miss u and i love u alot so so much i wish u were here with me rite now cuz im cryig so much rite now
melissa burgese
December 25, 2009
hayy!! miss astrella,,, merry christmas .. well i miss u and love you... well i got what i wanted for christmas.. i love it.. well got to go to my pops so bye.. <33
November 29, 2009
xoxo
melissa burgese
November 26, 2009
hay there Miss Astrella, Happy thanksgiving! imiss you so much and i love u too. im really confused in 8th grade. and im having a hard time. i think this year immaa gonna write u letter in abvm year book from a couple of me and my close friends that are like family to mee. ok well bye
melissa burgese
October 24, 2009
Hay Miss, umm today is October 24, 2009. umm i really miss you. im having a hard time in grade, its not easy being an eighth grader especially with out u here. umm everyone misses u sooo much ok well g2g umm i love you my italian teacher ahhahha xoxoxox
Melissa Burgese
September 19, 2009
hay miss astrella ! guess what im in 8th grade! so im graduating this year . i really wish u could be there but u prolly will be there , ur spirit! umm i really want to know if they found the memory box cause we are suppost to open it this year before we graduate! ok well come in mi dreams im waiting. oh and m gmom died it will be 2 months on the 21 of september. ok wel be safe up there and i want u to know im always thinking of u! xoxoxoxoxoxo
Daniel Spallone
April 7, 2009
Prudy
It is over a year that you left us and i miss you so much i will never forget you. I wish you could have seen the phillies win the world series it was great when they won i thought of you. my mom misses you so much. Rest in peace!
melissa burgese
March 21, 2009
hay miss astrella its me melissa! umm everything changed! itslike im invisible! ur the only one i can talk to ! i went to church tonite and isaw ms. di and ms millie ! it was a mass for mi gmom! thats y i was there.... ! umm i miss you so much ! i have a boook that i write to u and i jus hope one day in my dreams u willa answer them! okk well i gotta go ! ok love u so much! oxoxoxox
Joseph Braccia
March 4, 2009
Miss Astrella:
I am so sorry that I only learned of your passing within the past few weeks. To make matters worse, I couldn't even attend the special service held last week because my daughter's "sweet 16" party was the same night (but I know you'd understand that one). Mea culpa, though, on my not being more in the loop. You were terrific to me, and I think it would be very difficult to find a student from Annunciation BVM who didn't enjoy being in your presence. May God Bless You!
Linda D
January 21, 2009
Dear Comar,
One year has passed since you left us. There isn't a day that goes by that we don't think of you or talk about you. We all miss you alot.
Rest In Peace dear friend.
Love,
Goombs
GERI DI SANTIS
December 28, 2008
DEAR PRUDY,I CAN'T BELIEVE IT IS ALREADY A YEAR SINCE YOU LEFT US.I THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY.I KNOW YOU'RE WATCHING OVER YOUR LOVED ONES LEFT ON EARTH.REST IN PEACE MY DEAR FRIEND. GERI DI SANTIS
BILL DEFULVIO
December 28, 2008
Prudy, I miss you. Your smile,your laugh your love and caring. You were a family jewel I kept in a drawer. I took you for granted.Now I Know. Your sparkle will lite and warm my heart forever. lOVE Your cousin Billy
anthony nicholas piscitelli
December 27, 2008
hows my prudy
wow its almost a year you left us . you are loved as much as you always have been .you touched all our lifes. and those who met you . you are always in my thoughts and my prayers .please give my son nick my love till we meet again . love you always anthony nicholas piscitelli
melissa burgese
December 18, 2008
Dear Miss Astrella,
i miss you so much its like unbelievalbe. i know you in heaven and thats a better place but i wish you were hear face to face. me gia and ash aka the three goldens have a song dedicated to you and its call i miss you by miley cyrus. i have a copy book that i right in. ther letters that i wrote to you. as im writing this im trying not to cry. 12 days will be a very sad day because its a year without you here. but miss astrella i still believe your still on this earth. you will always hold a special place in my heart. if i could jus see you again i would be so happy. i been having dreams bout u. and your smiling. ever since that day i real so safe because i kno ur watchin over me. your my angel! i miss you so much. my christmas wish is to see you again but i know that cant be granted. i love you Miss Astrella!
bye-bye you will never be forgotten and no one will take ur place!
love,
melissa burgese
aka 1 of the three golden girls.
Monique Gigliotti (Kurlian)
December 4, 2008
Miss Astrella, you were a great teacher and are missed by many. You have touched the lives of so many children. I am honored that you gave this kid a ride in your famed orange buggy when you drove me home from school one day in the third grade. If only all teachers had the heart and gifts you possess. We love you.
Gianna Rao
August 10, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I miss you alot and wanted you to know that your always on my mind and I Love you a whole lot and Thank You for being a gurdian angel for everyone that loves you
Love,
GIGI
Gianna Rao
August 3, 2008
Miss Astrella,
The other day we went to see my mom's friend Adam Silver at his grave
and my mom was so sad that she started to cry and I thought of how it would feel if someone I loved died and then I remembered you were taking away from me and I got dizzy because I started to think back of the fun we had,and our talks,and the back rubs.I mean why would you want that taking away from you,they were great times.and in secret i started to cry because I did not want to make it harder on her,but I miss you alot your always on my mind and I love you bunches.
Linda Di Bernardo Linda
July 30, 2008
Dear Comar,
It's seven months since you left.
I think of you and talk about you every day. Watch over all of us.
Love,
Goombs
Gianna Rao
July 22, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I miss you alot.When you died I tried and tried to give up my love for animals because we both loved animals and of course dogs so much. Then I thought you wouldn't want me to do that. At the time I thought loving and seeing animals would bring back to many memories. Then when I went to my sisters dads house and saw all of the wonderful dogs and the four cute baby boy puppies it made me thing of you and I know if you were there you would have loved it to.
Love Bunches,
Mini dog lover GiGi
Theresa Iovacchini
July 8, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I couldn't believe it when i heard the news! my heart fell into my stomach, you were the best teacher (and my favorite!) ever. you taught me so much. i will never forget you and i will always remember No Name the squirrel and your dog toffee and your 15 year old cat lol there is so much that coming to my mind right now. I'm gonna miss you soooo much! i <3 you! rest peacefully.
Gianna Rao
July 4, 2008
Miss Astrella i remember our little dog talks and you would say if you get dog now the best way to go is for a mini greyhound!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I write poems in memory of you like"Little Chick". Well I Love You Alot,i'll talk to you soon.
Love,Mini Dog Lover Gi
alexandra desantis
July 4, 2008
Miss Astrella I remember when you taught me I misssssssssssssssssss yousoooooooo much I LOVE YOU
Gianna Rao
June 26, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I miss you so much. My head is spinning thinking of you.Here are things about you & me i will never forget.Your voice like a bird singing ,me,you& DOG FANCY like could never part, but we did.When you left for heaven I wish I was dead with you.Because I Love YOU SOOOOO MUUUUCH! Now I don't,I don't mean I never want to see you I have my whole life ahead of me.Why waste it?I'll see you when I get there til then I am going to stay right here.But I will always love you no matter what. I don't know when I'm going to go to heaven,but going to come see you first.LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTS of LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE
YOUR MINI DOG LOVER
P.S Peting your dog made me thing of you soooooo much!!!!!! TY RIP
Linda Di Bernardo
June 24, 2008
Dear Comar,
Thinking of you especially today and everyday.
Love,
Goombs
Linda Prete
June 8, 2008
YEARBOOK DEDICATION
Miss Astrella began her teaching career in 1970. For the next 37 years she dedicated her life to Annunciation. She empowered her students with values that nurtured their hearts, minds, and spirits.
As a champion for the underdog, Miss Astrella had the innate ability to make everyone around her feel special. Her success as a teacher went well beyond grades on a report card or the required curriculum. If we could measure success by the smiles on her students' faces or their feelings of self-worth, Miss Astrella was truly a gifted teacher.
In the 70's and 80's Miss Astrella coached Annunciation girls' basketball and softball. Having led her softball teams to many championships, she inspired her players both on and off the field. Win or lose, she encouraged them to be "winners" in life by building their self-confidence and encouraging respect for others.
Miss Astrella cherished the simple things in life. She was fun-loving. She loved music and she loved to dance. She was proud of her family, loyal to her friends, and devoted to her animals. She was a loving daughter to two wonderful parents, and a best friend to many. Miss Astrella's life-long commitment to animals is legendary. She showed us that God's creatures are a gift to all of us and that they should be treated with kindness and love.
"Beep Beep, Beep Beep" signaled that Miss Astrella was coming down the street. The orange punch buggy was her signature mode of transportation. Throughout the years, countless numbers of students felt privileged to ride in the orange "Bug."
In Italian Astrella means star. She is our star. Her generosity, her honesty, her compassion are traits that will continue to inspire all of us.
SO, WHEN YOU LOOK UP AT THE SKY
AND YOU WISH UPON A STAR,
THINK OF OUR SHINING EXAMPLE
THING OF OUR MISS ASTRELLA!
We love you
and
We'll miss you,
Your Annunciation Family
Gianna Rao
March 22, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I miss you like crazy. I wish you were here with me right now. The months you were my teacher were the best months I ever spent. If I could take them back so you would be with me I would. If I had one wish it would be to have you everyone that loves you.
Love Gianna Rao
marisol jalosjos
February 25, 2008
Ms. Astrella
you were my favorite teacher in annunciation bvm school. i remember being in 3rd grade and having you as my teacher. you were the best. you will be missed.
Daniel Spallone
February 23, 2008
Prudy you were a great person you touched a lot of people. My mom maryann realy loved you you were a dear friend I will miss you.
February 22, 2008
GODMOTHER I LOVE YOU.
Marguerite Enrico-Caruso
February 21, 2008
Prudy - instead of sending you a birthday card this year, I attended your mass at Annunciation BVM church.I miss you so very much.I can't imagine being at the Jerry Blavat concert at the Kimmel Center and not seeing you.You are always in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers. Hope you enjoyed your birthday in heaven, I know you're there. Love You. Midge Enrico-Caruso
Linda Giunta Colavita
February 19, 2008
prudy, always thinking of you. just wanted to say happy birthday to a very special friend who will live in my heart, always. love ya.
Leigh Marsella
February 19, 2008
Pru,
Just a little note to wish you Happy Birthday!!!Miss you!
Love Leigh Ball
February 19, 2008
Dear Comar,
Happy Birthday. I think of you every day. Rest in Peace.
Love, Goombs
February 18, 2008
Comar,
Happy Birthday, I miss you very much. I think of you every minute of every day. Rest in Peace!
Love,
Goombs
Josie Orlando
February 18, 2008
Happy Birthday My Dear Friend
I always remembered your birthday
ever since we were young kids.
Rest in Peace - Love Josie
Jennifer Baratta
February 18, 2008
I just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday!!
Maryann Marsella
February 18, 2008
Prudy,
The last time I saw you we were singing Happy Birthday to you. I cannot believe that we won't be celebrating together today. Happy Birthday my friend, I know you'll celebrating this one with the angels. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you. I love you & miss you.
Maryann
Marie Ciminera
February 8, 2008
Prudy I will miss you so much...our chats in my store our chats on the phone...you were to me an angel with blue eyes. Everytime I see a Hallmark ornament I will always think of you. God bless you, you are an angel..with love Marie, Card and Gift Gallery
alexis cirino
January 29, 2008
Dear Ms. Astrella
Everyone in our class misses you and I do to. I was looking forward to having you as a teacher because I always thought you were the most fun. I only had you for a few short months, but I enjoyed every minute.
Karen Del Borrello Dougherty
January 28, 2008
Prudy, What can I say You always had your arms out whether it was teaching us history, or on the softball field! Your and Eddie P, were their always for our softball and my days with you in wildwood by the Sea. My children learned to love you and know you by the orange punch buggy and yes mom we know she was your softball coach!(everytime we passed your home) Your love for Kim was understanderable, you were a GODMOTHER to all of us, in reality!!! My daughter plays for ABVM, and I see her drive in which you instilled in me!!! Eileen Sant(Scrano) and you are in heaven with only angels by your sides!! Tell my Dad I miss him so much and may the united family of annuniciation BVM, we are family go on forever in your name and the children you have inspired! My sisterinlaw Mary said have a drink with(her Dad) Tony Scfafer. Rest in Peace you are in a Happier Place with your parents and Our Father.
From All the Softball & Basketball Players we Love you coach Prudy!!!!
Please Pray for Us and look Upon Us!!!
Karen Del Borrello Dougherty Class of 1976 and Family, GOLD & BLack All the Way!!!!
David Cifone
January 21, 2008
I still can't believe you are really gone. It made me so sad when I drove by your house the other day and saw your little orange bug parked outside. Thinking of you brings back so many memories. There will never be another Miss Astrella - that mold has long been broke. May your legacy live on in the hearts and minds of ABVM's students now and always. You will truly be missed.
John Raffa
January 20, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I was sadened to learn of your passing.Rest in peace you were a great inspiration and driving force for many children of the Annunciation parish.Out of all the teachers I had over the years you always stood out in my mind.I can still hear you calling me by last name.May God bless you.
Felicia Punzo
January 14, 2008
Ms.Astrella, You were truly one of my favorite teachers. you always encouraged me on everything i do especially my music! i will always remember when you and ms.Prete always asked me sing the times tables to all the kids in your other class's. you have taught me so much over the years ever since i was younger . Whenever i hear the YMCA i always think of you during dance a thons saying ABVM instead! you are deffinally annunciation's #1 Angel. Love and miss you alot Ms.Astrella you will always me missed, loved & always in my heart!
Love always!<3 Felicia Punzo
Daivd young
January 14, 2008
Dear ms. astrella
I pray for you and think of you and of the student miss you and kind for you
Your Friend Daivd young
Grade6
Rosemarie Palange
January 13, 2008
Prudy - I still can't believe that you are gone. I remember the summer we went to California. We had such a good time. I loved being with you. I also remember all the nights at Rita's house and the fun that we had. I will always remember you. I carry your picture in my wallet and look at it almost every day. RIP - Rosemarie Palange
ANTHONY NICHOLAS PISCITELLI
January 12, 2008
to our dear friend pru i went to your viewing .i went to your mass. i went to your place of rest. it is still hard to beleive you are not here you have touched so many lifes. here in this world you will never be forgotton your presence in any room at any time was a beautiful feeling your smile. your warth . your love .always came shining through. you have left your mark on my life. i am so prowd to have known you . you will be forever missed by all . you are now a very special angel. say hello to my son nick .tell him we love him and miss him with all our heart as we miss you pru love you forever anthony n piscitelli
Gianna Lauer
January 11, 2008
You
where my number 1 teacher forever and you are my angel forever we all
miss you and you are in a better place now but we wish we can have you back
But that looks like it is not going to to work but I just what to say
rip your best student and I still have that picture when we did are
first show when I was in your room I love you and miss you forever and
always love your gianna lauer
Mary Farina
January 9, 2008
I cannot find the words beautiful enough to describe you and my memories of you. What can be said for a woman who has touched so many people, especially children. My favorite most wondeful memories were of Annunciation and my time there. How often I run into fellow classmates and we swear we are going to have a reunion just to sit back laugh and remember a time when everything was just so simple and loving. Miss Astrella, you were an angel, and now you are home. You never saw bad in any student, you always had good things and warm thoguhts for all of us. I will never forget when I did my student teaching with you and Miss D. you both said don't do it! Till this day when I think of the teacher I want to be I think of you and Miss D. God Bless you always, because he already blessed us all who were lucky to have you in our lives and in our hearts. With loving memories and so much love, until we meet again. xoxo
Pilare Capertina
January 8, 2008
Ms. Astrella,
On behalf of my children Christopher,Dani,Brett, Jordan, my husband Ralph and myself we will all miss you.You were a wonderful teacher and an incredible human being.You found my baby when she disappeared at the lebanese festival,and for that you will always remain in the hearts of our family..Thankyou
Al "Sugar Bear" Barbieri
January 7, 2008
I didn't have her as a teacher,
But when she spoke she demanded your attention like a preacher.
But what I will remember
Until my life ends
Was the love she had for her FRIENDS.
Anthony Corbi
January 7, 2008
Prudy, you were a great 6th grade teacher at Annunciation and will forever be missed!! Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Don Casolaro
January 7, 2008
Prudy,
May God hold you forever in the palm of His hand! You were the best. I remember how you welcomed me to ABVM - we had many laughs and good times. Reading through all these pages proves how much you were loved by the Annunciation family. It was good to see the names of many of my former students and colleagues - you touched many hearts. Love and peace.
Carmella Astrella-Baclit
January 7, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jennifer Baratta
January 7, 2008
Ms. Astrella
I am having a hard time finding the right words to describe how much I will miss you. You were very special to me and Alexandra. You helped me out with a rough time last year and I will never forget you for that. Your little "daily news" aka Alexandra is really sad about this too. You will hold a special place in our hearts... HOGY FOREVER!!!
Sister Margie Fagan
January 7, 2008
Prudy-Each time I think of my Annunciation days a big smile comes across my face. You adopted this "IRISH" to become one of the Annunciation clan. You were one of a kind and I was blessed to know you. Thoughts and prayers to Linda and to the Annunciation Community.
Michele Fanelli (Medici)
January 6, 2008
Ms. Astrella,
You are in my heart and prayers, you were a great person and teacher .
Sue Marcelis
January 6, 2008
Dear Prudy,
You were the first person I met along with your friend, Louis, when I arrived that summer at ABVM. You welcomed me with a warm hug, a huge smile, and then you offered to help me set up my new classroom. I still remember you asking me where I came from and if I liked dogs. You immediately impressed me with your welcomeness and especially your love for all of God's little creatures, even though you and I both know how fearful I am of dogs. You probably didn't know how many times you came into my classroom this year and told us stories about your beloved dogs and how my students laughed at me every time after you left because I am afraid of dogs. The children loved you, your dogs, your stories of Louis, and they were not going to let your stories be unheard. Prudy, One of the last things you gave me before our Christmas break was a personal, loving note and a beautiful pin of a Guardian Angel dog. That note will be kept forever to remind me how special you really were to me. And, even though it might shock some of our children at ABVM to see me do it, I will wear that pin (I'm sure that dog won't bite me as you would tell me often)with pride so that I will always remember that I had the opportunity to meet and learn from such a sweet, geniune, and fun-loving person. Now I have the privilege of welcoming your little 3rd grade cherubs into my life and I ask that you watch over us, guide us, and remember that we will never forget you, Prudy! With my respect and love, Sue
Ms. Marcelis
January 6, 2008
Dear Ms. Astrella,
Even though we will begin this new year with a different teacher in a new classroom, please know that you will always be our # 1 teacher, our special angel watching over us, and our friend. You taught us to love one another, share, be peaceful people, and especially how to always take care of animals and those who have less than us. We will always remember your smile and how much you really loved us! We will do our best because you taught us how to do it! May you rest in peace and always know how much you are really loved by all of us. God bless you today and always!
Love your current 3rd Grade Class:
Wendy, Joseph, Gabriella M., Tyler, Alena, Tiffany, Jamin, Giovanna, Matthew, Gillian, Alexa, Anthony, Gabriella G., Evan, Marjorie, John, Taylor, Alexis, and Jared XOXOXOXOXO
kathy Dibernardo
January 6, 2008
For me Prudy came along with the package, HUSBAND, INLAWS, PRUDY. She was part of the family.She was a sister to Linda,a daughter to Angie and I always told Nick if I go first you must marry Prudy so I know my children will be taken care of.The way you have touched the lives of so many,how lucky we all are to have known you.I can see the impact you had on so many lives,that you yourself helped mold,the affect you had on how many chose the right fork in the road because of your influence on the mind of a child that had no one else to talk to or confide in or just listen to.If you only knew how you affected so many.Looks like you were an angel with your wings spread over all when you were here.Please spread them over Linda for a bit more,I worry about her.You are so sadly missed by all.
Angelina DiBernardo
January 5, 2008
Prudy,
I will miss you so much, you were loved by everyone. You were always there for everyone and we all have great stories of you even me. You and my Aunt Linda D. and Linda P. were like family that I always felt that you were mine too. My heart goes out to everyone and I will never forget you!<3
Leigh Marsella
January 5, 2008
Prudy,
You were truly an incredible person.You touched the lives and hearts of so many people. You certainly touch mine. I will cherish my memories of you forever. So many great memories!
Love ya,
Leigh Ball
Cherise Jones (Kurlian)
January 4, 2008
I just heard of your passing tonight. I am saddened by the news, but as we all know our final resting place is in the hands of Our Lord. Therefore, I take comfort in knowing this. You were my third grade teacher in the mid 80's. I will always remember your genuine smile...and that gold ruler!!! Miss Astrella, thank you for the fond memories. Hugs & Kisses.
rizk frangie
January 4, 2008
Im sorry to her family we all will miss Her.
Glenn Scalia
January 4, 2008
Miss Astrella,
I was your pet when I was in the 5th grade, and you were my pet also. I will never forget you!
You were the best!!
Gianna Rao
January 4, 2008
Ms Astrella
Your in my heart and prayers because since youve died I have been crying and praying that you where here with me right now. Here is a poem I wrote for you,
I need someone to talk about dogs
Now I cry lying on to big logs
One for my head one for my feet
I think of you when a bird goes tweet
I Miss You and Love You so very much
LOVE ALWAYS,
YOUR DOG LOVING GI
Rosemary Di Cara
January 4, 2008
Prudy:
While attending your Christian Burial Mass today, I could not help but think how wonderful a tribute this was to you. Everyone who was there would agree, you were truly loved by this your parish family. ABVM school will not be the same without you.
The words written by Janice DiJoseph hold true for all who were either taught by you, or experienced you as a teacher/friend to our children.
I feel so lucky to have known you and served as your "teacher's aide".
Thanks for the memories.
Roe Di Cara
Natalie Merlino
January 4, 2008
Dear Prudy: I just want you to know, that you will be missed and thought about always. Your memory will never be forgotten. You are a legacy in our lives. I will never forget my Stevie Wonder partner. I am glad and honored to have had the opportunity to have known you. I will cherish my t-shirt from the concert forever. I will watch over Dina, Linda and Mikey for you. I know you will give them the strength to be strong. I know you will continue to watch over them and guide them. Love you always Prudy. Love Natalie
ANNA MAE (MARINUCCI) ROSS
January 4, 2008
TO PRUDY'S FAMILY,
SHE WAS, AS ALL HAVE SAID, A GREAT PERSON AND TEACHER. I KNOW SHE WAS THE BEST I EVER HAD. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER KINDNESS TO EVERYONE.
HER SMILING FACE WILL BE MISSED.
Marina (Esposito) Bater
January 4, 2008
Prudy is the most influential person of my life. I don't know if she ever realized just how much she affected me. I never got the chance to tell her. I was in her first class. She was 25 then. I thought she was the most beautiful woman ever. To me she upheld the values of the sixties...Being natural and loving and kind, believing in love, respecting all living things. She showed me that life was beautiful. I watched her closely as she drove around barefooted on a beautiful sunny day in her famous car... then painted marina blue(she told me). She understood my love for music...real good music like the Moody Blues, Beatles, Dylan, Yes, etc. My fellow classmates didn't understand that at the time, but Prudy did. She took me to a Moody Blues concert at the Spectrum. I'll never forget it. She read my poetry. I truly believe that if I didn't have that support then, I would have never had the experience of creating music and lyrics as an adult. We had talks about being a woman and discussions of God. I am a mother now of 4 girls and grandmother of 2. After being an Acupressure therapist for a few years, a singer/songwriter/performer for a few years, I now teach. Funny how life comes full circle. In the end, I want to be just like her in the beginning. Prudy, you have helped to shape me. I love you
Michelle Rizzio
January 4, 2008
Ms. Astrella, you taught me and I will never forget as the the years went by.You were a GREAT teacher and this is something that I will cherish. I will always remember your smiling face. Rest in peace.
Rocco Ciarrocchi
January 4, 2008
MISS ASTRELLA RIP- she was my 3rd grade teacher and the best teacher ever, very nice lady, 37 years of her life was caring for her students and the grade school. annunciation is and will forever be miss astrella. her life heart and soul was annunciation and her students. There will never be another teacher like prudy. god took her too soon and i know she will be teaching students in heaven as well as she did on earth and care for them like she did to all of us. she made every student feel special and feel loved. i miss you prudy(miss astrella). you were my favorite teacher and i will always remember you and remember how nice you were. i will miss seeing your happy personality and the school will not be the same without your presense there. your smile lit up the school and your energy was felt in annunciation. There will never be another teacher with the personality as you and i will miss seeing you drive your orange buggy around. Now you will be driving it in heaven. Prudy your one of a kind, there will never be another teacher that touched so many peoples lives. you will be forever missed by me and all your students and friends. we love you prudy! God, take good care of our favorite teacher! You have a winner in heaven. she will make you laugh all the time. Your students and friends love you and we will do our best to live your wish out and keep annunciation school open forever. RIP Prudy, we love you!
Rocco C. South Philly
Anita Gentile
January 4, 2008
Prudy,
You taught all three of my children(Mariann, Rosie and Gerimia). They LOVE you very much and miss you deeply. I'm not sure if this is spelled right but you always called my daughter Mariann, "Mariuch". You will be sadly missed by all of us, especially my husband, who you called "The man of your dreams". God Bless You, Prudy
Love ya,
J O
January 4, 2008
A Letter from a Soul
Hey There,
I saw you crying yesterday. It saddened me to see you hurting so much. I tried putting my arms around you, but you didn’t feel me. I tried talking to you, but you didn’t hear me. It’s OK though. I am going to keep trying. I’m never gonna leave you. I’ll admit I was scared at first. I wasn’t sure what was happening. I mean, I felt no pain, but I was lifted by someone. At first I wasn’t sure who it was. But as these comforting arms lifted me closer, I saw who it was. It was amazing, I was in awe, and it was God. He took me in his arms and held me for a while. He told me not to be scared and in that instant all my fear had left me. Those who had passed before me were suddenly around kissing and hugging me. For the first time in my life I felt safe. I looked back down at you, hoping you were feeling the same joy as me, but you were still crying. I reached out for you again, but this time you were angry. You seem to have think that I have left you. Well it’s true that my body has gone, but my spirit will live on forever. I asked God if he can help you. He said he was already helping you. God assured me that in time you will be alright. I want you to know that I am not going to rest until I know you are going to be fine. God also showed me the times we have spent together, and the times we will spend together. We are going to be together forever one day. I know you are hurting and it’s OK the way you feel right now, but I want to assure you that it’s not always going to be like that. You know when it rains outside and the sun shines right after the dark clouds go away, that’s how life is. We live life down there the way we are taught, sometimes not getting everything we want, but up here; I have the chance to be everything I want and more. You will to one day, and we will be happy together. Right now you have things to do. You need to live your life as much as you can down there, with the people that need you. You don’t have to worry about me anymore. I’m in God’s hands. Nothing can happen to me in God’s hands. Let him comfort you; let Him fill your heart with the love he has given me. It’s a feeling I cannot describe. Well, I have to be on my way now. I have to start earning my wings. I want you to know that I love you, and I will always be with you.
Until we meet again……
Lisa Costello
January 4, 2008
Prudy
I'm still in shock and can't believe that you're gone. The first thing I thought of when I heard the news was all of the great memories of our times on the basketball court and especially the softball field. I can still hear you scream my name "Lisa Del"... You've touched so many lives in so many ways. Prudy, you will truly be missed. Love, Lisa Del
Alex Rodriguez
January 4, 2008
Miss Astrella is a favorite at Annunciation BVM. FOREVER
Stephen Michielli
January 4, 2008
Dear Family: All of you will be in my prayers. Prudy will be missed but we will always remember her.
long time friend.
Stephen (Mashue) Michielli
graziano mastrobuono
January 3, 2008
dear prudy, you were an inspiration to many children in the annunciation parish including their parents.I myself had the privilege of being one your students as well as my son anthony.Got to see you for the last time tonight,but i know it will not be the last.Your outfit was perfect. LOVE THE MASTROBUONO'S
graziano mastrobuono
January 3, 2008
dear prudy, you were an inspiration to many children in the annunciation parish including their parents.I myself had the privilege of being one your students as well as my son anthony.Got to see you for the last time tonight,but i know it will not be the last.Your outfit was perfect. LOVE THE MASTROBUONO'S
Dana Roth ( Cittadini)
January 3, 2008
Miss Astrella,
You will be missed, that is for sure. You were one of the best teachers ever and you made Annunciation what it is. You were so fun and loving and that will never be forgotten.
Maria Scuderi-Franco
January 3, 2008
Hey Prudy, It seems like yesterday we were dancing at the Alahambra!!! What has happened? Rest in Peace, Maria Scuderi Franco
Jennifer Gindhart
January 3, 2008
Even though I did not have Ms. Astrella as a teacher it was a great pleasure knowing her, she was a great person and teacher and very good friends with my Grandfather. Which she was one of teachers that was there for our family when he passed almost 10years ago!!! Thank you so much Prudy Astrella!!!
Marianne Baiocchi
January 3, 2008
Ms. Astrella - I just got a chance to "visit" with you when I ran into you Christmas shopping. I knew you were in the store because of your car outside. We always had so much fun when you were in our classroom and were always there for your students. I am shocked and saddened by your passing. You touched many lives and that is quite a legacy.
God Bless.
amanda dicicco
January 3, 2008
ms. astrella,
i still cant believe that your gone. i still remember the ruler and how you used to hit the desks with it. you were one of the best teachers around annunciation. i know that you and ms. d. were very close and i know that shes devistated that her best friend is gone. i dont know what shes gonna do with out you now that your watching over her now. but you r.i.p. and teach the angels up in heaven what you taught us down here on earth.
Donna Borriello-Destefano
January 3, 2008
Miss Astrella....You taught me in 5th grade, and I never forgot about you as the years went by. You were turly a wonderful teacher. You made me feel special. I will never forget you and all the fun we had in my teenage years with you hanging in your Pet Shop on Passyunk Avenue. Miss Astrella..you are the Best!!!! I Love You..
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