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Nancy Lovecchio Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 31, 2025.

Nancy Jean Lovecchio passed away after her fight with cancer on January 27, 2025. She was the daughter of Richard and Genevieve Hapanowicz of Utica, NY.

On September 27, 1975, she married Cosmo Lovecchio Jr. at Holy Trinity Church in Utica, NY.

Nancy is a graduate of Holy Trinity School, DeSales High School, and then earned her associates degree from Mohawk Valley Community College. She resided most of her life in North Syracuse, NY where she worked at Dominick Falcone Insurance Agency as well at James Square Rehabilitation Center as a recreation coordinator, which included pet therapy with her dogs. She enjoyed her friendships with all who worked with her and considered all of them part of her family.

Nancy was very passionate about her four-legged friends. Throughout the years, she enjoyed training her dogs, showing them, and even winning awards.

In her retirement, Nancy moved to Sun City West, Arizona where she resided for the last 13 years, enjoying baking in a local bakery part time, and making many new friends.

She is predeceased by her husband, Cosmo Jr., who passed away August 28, 2001, after his fight with cancer.

Nancy leaves behind her two sons and their families; Cosmo Lovecchio III, his wife Kimberly (Summa) and their daughters Giada and Emilia. Adam Lovecchio, his wife Teresa (Zielinski) and their children Carter and Melody. Also, her three sisters Laura Hapanowicz, MaryBeth Hapanowicz, Anne and Mike Shakford, and her brother Rick and Diane Hapanowicz. As well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends.

The family would like to thank the Litchfield Joy Assisted Senior Living Center and Hospice of the Valley in Surprise, Arizona for their compassionate care of their mom during this difficult time. They would also like to give an extra sincere thanks to Aunt Laura and Aunt MaryBeth for their time and love of their mom in her last days.

There will be a private burial and then a luncheon to celebrate Nancy in the near future.

Nancy's remains will reside next to her husband at Saint Mary's Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum in DeWitt, NY.

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July 17, 2025

Mary Ellen Miullo Ross posted to the memorial.

February 4, 2025

Stephanie Schell posted to the memorial.

February 4, 2025

Le Moyne College, Office of Alumni and Parent Programs posted to the memorial.

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Mary Ellen Miullo Ross

July 17, 2025

Dear Sisters and children,

I remember you all so very well but only remember lil Ann as din din lol. still have a picture of my son sitting next to your brother Richard, those were the days! I am so sorry for your loss and was so saddened by the news since Nancy was one of my best friends in high school so so many memories came back all adventures of a life time. may she fly with the angels.

Stephanie Schell

February 4, 2025

Had a passion for training and showing dogs.

Le Moyne College, Office of Alumni and Parent Programs

February 4, 2025

Please accept the most heartfelt sympathies of Le Moyne College. We hope the love and memories that you will forever hold in your heart bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Lucille Falcone

February 2, 2025

We are sorry for your loss. I worked with her at the Falcone Agency and we made some wonderful memories. RIP
The Falcone Family

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Connie Farley

February 2, 2025

Laura and Mary Beth,

Please accept my condolences for your loss. I have fond and funny memories of Nancy at DeSales. We had a nice telephone visit some years ago when I was helping locate classmates for a reunion. What a blessing that you were able to help care for her when she was sick. You were all such close and loving sisters.

Love and prayers
Connie Farley

Tina Brackett

February 2, 2025

I am so very saddened to hear about Nancy´s passing. We worked together at The Dominick Falcone Agency, became good friends and shared many laughs over those years. She was so very proud of her sons & it´s hard to believe they are now married with their own children. We lost touch sometime after she moved to Arizona but I always thought of her any time I made a cheeseball which was a recipe she shared with me many years ago.
Rest in Peace Nancy

Janet Hapanowicz

February 2, 2025

Rest with the angels, cousin Nancy.
Sending comfort and love to all my cousins.
Janet Hapanowicz

Nancy Harris

February 1, 2025

I worked with Nancy at James Square. She always put our residents first and provided many wonderful activities they enjoyed, including visits from Sammy! I am so sorry for your loss
Nancy Harris

Sharon Nies

February 1, 2025

I am so saddened by Nancy's passing. I knew her from playing Bunko many years ago and for many years. She was always a happy and loving person. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

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