Carol E. Alessandrini

Carol E. Alessandrini was born July 13, 1938, and on Sunday, March 16, 2025, she laid down her head for a nap and peacefully left this earth. Preceding her death were those of her husband, Antonio Alessandrini; parents, Albert and Florence Donant; brothers, Robert and Edward Donant; and sister, Mary Jane Donant.
Born and raised in Canton, Carol attended Central Catholic High School, where she was a proud member of the marching band and made lifelong friendships that she kept through this day. Her life was one full of family, friendship, and crafting. Creating and selling crafts, whether sewing, crocheting, or floral arranging, was something that not only gave her tremendous happiness, but also purpose. For her, the best part was meeting people and bringing them a sense of joy, and she continued to do it well past her eightieth birthday. Later in life when she was a resident of Meadow Wind Healthcare facility in Massillon, she would continue making people smile and laugh just by being ornery or silly. The staff and residents there adored her. She also loved entertaining and playing cards and games, especially if she was winning. Together with her best friend and husband, Tony, they loved any game with friends or a good round of cribbage between themselves. She also enjoyed puzzles and the Cleveland Guardians, rarely missing a game on TV. What it all came down to for Carol was finding the joy in the simple things and sharing that joy with others. She seldom complained. She was the most loving mother a son could ask for.
She is survived her son, Kenneth "Vinnie" Alessandrini; daughter, Paula (Otis) Vestfals; son, Robin (Edi) Alessandrini; and her big sister, Nancy Glutting; as well as grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Lamiell Funeral Home, 1353 Cleveland Avenue, NW, Canton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM, St. Paul Catholic Parish, 241 S. Main Street, N. Canton. Father Matthew Zwilling will serve as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Massillon.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Humane Society or to a charity of your choice.
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