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Sophie Gimelli Obituary
UTICA, NY - Sophie (Angelo) Gimelli, 98, passed away peacefully, at her home, with loving family by her side, on Wednesday, December 2, 2020.
Sophie was born in Utica, October 24, 1922, a daughter of the late Anthony and Vita (Cardilla) Angelo and was educated in local schools. She was a longtime employee of Special Metals and in younger years was an avid bowler. She was married to the late Julius Gimelli for over fifty years.
Sophie is survived by her three grandsons, Daniel Gimelli, with whom she resided, David Gimelli and his wife, Lucinda and Stephen Gimelli and his wife, Cayley, all of MD; a great-grandson, Antonio Gimelli; a great-granddaughter, Jaymie Patterson; her sister, Mary Sardelli; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her beloved son, Joseph Gimelli; a brother, Joseph Angelo; and three sisters, Sr. M. Celine Angelo, Vita Angelo and Mae Angelo.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church with entombment in Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum. In keeping with CDC guidelines, masks covering your nose and mouth, social distancing and registration for social tracing will be required.
During these socially trying times, reaching out to the family on our website is of great comfort to them. Online Memorials at MattFuneralHome.com
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Lynda M Schmelcher
December 7, 2020
Sophie work with us Observer Dispatch Pennysaver hard worker great worker great friend she will be miss never forgotting angel
Antonio
December 7, 2020
I loved you great grandma!
Carolyn Richardson
December 6, 2020
Aunt Sophie was always fun to be around and loved her family passionately. In her younger years she was one of the most beautiful women I have ever known. Se’ll be missed by anyone who knew her.
Sam Mancuso
December 6, 2020
Worked with Sophie at SMC years ago, We also played Bridge together. A truly wonderful, intelligent and classy lady. My sympathies to her grandchildren and their families.
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Patricia Ball
December 5, 2020
I knew Sophia as a frequent customer at the Kernan Station P.O. She was also in groups we shared at OLOL Church. I enjoyed her presence and am sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to the family,
Spiros, Karen & Michael
December 5, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Dawn
December 4, 2020
Such a great and funny lady. I will miss our talks and jokes.
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