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Elaina LaGrotta Obituary
Elaina Renee LaGrotta Marco Island, FL
Elaina Renee LaGrotta, 36, of Marco Island, FL, passed away surrounded by family and friends, on February 27, 2012 after a five year battle with metastatic breast cancer.
Elaina is survived by her loving parents, Victor and Susan LaGrotta, of Marco Island; boyfriend extraordinaire, Paul Crain of Marco Island; and her beloved boxer Barron.
She is also survived by her grandparents, Lena Molinari, Paula LaGrotta, Rose and Elias Adam; her loving aunts and uncles, Linda Heinmann, Louise Crespo, Tina MolinariMurphy, Katherine Molinari, Maria Speirs, Michael Molinari, Anthony Molinari, Paul Murphy, Bob Crespo and Gerard Heinmann. Nieces Ashley Heinmann , Alyssa Molinari, Samantha Speirs; and nephews, Anthony Molinari, Michael Molinari and Willie Popolano.
Elaina was very busy with school; she graduated from Adalphi Academy Brooklyn, Adademy of St. Joseph Brentwood, Johnson and Wales University of Rhode Island, and American Airlines Flight Attendant Academy.
Elaina followed her passion and was Chef and coowner of LaGrotta's on Marco Island.
She swam on Academy of St. Joseph swim team and was an American Red Cross certified swim instructor and lifeguard. A former member of St. Joseph's Choir of Babylon in Long Island, she participated in a concert tour of Italy, sang for and met Pope John Paul II.
She lived her life with a moto that family comes first. She loved music, her friends, swimming, writing, singing, boating, cooking, and shoes!
"We'll face the winds, and break the strongest of trees. And beckon for the sweet, soft, summer breeze. All my Friends", (Amos Lee).
Visitation will be held Sunday, March 4, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., and then from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Visitation will be held at Hodges-Josberger Funeral Home, 577 East Elkcam Circle, Marco Island, FL 34145.
Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, March 5, 2012 at San Marco Catholic Church, 851 San Marco Road, Marco Island, FL 34145.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in Elaina's honor to Metastatic Breast Cancer Network, P.O. Box 1449, New York, NY 10159. www.mbcn.org . 1-888-5000370.
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MaryAnn Pfeiffer
February 26, 2019
Thinking of you Elaina and remembering all of our crazy times together. I still think fondly of your nickname for me- PB to the Max. I love you always. MaryAnn Pfeiffer
Tiffany Roarty
February 22, 2019
Still fondly remember Elaina. She touched so many peoples hearts. Time goes by, things change but she will always be remembered. My thoughts go out to you Susan & Vic.
Paul Murphy
February 22, 2019
Hey superstar,
We think, talk about & to you often.
Keep a light on for us.
OGP
January 30, 2016
Hi Elaina, I see you in many parts of the day and remember all my moments with you, Love Aunt Louise
Susan LaGrotta
December 23, 2013
Today is your Birthday, you were born in Brookdale Hospital, Brooklyn, New York, December 23,1975.
The hospital sent me home twice,false labor,the third time back to hospital, just made it!a snow storm had started !
A midwife helped me through natural childbirth,she happened to be an alumnae from my high school. You were born mid morning,the snow subsided,the Dr. gave us permission us to leave on Christmas Morning.! Everyday was like Christmas being with you,the brightness, the sounds, the excitement of something about to happen surrounded you! and you shared with everyone! We miss you, cannot explain the depth of our pain, these memories of 37 years are our saving grace, along with our friends and family who cherish these memories with us. Love Forever Mom and Dad
Louise Crespo
June 18, 2013
Seeing you in flowers, clouds and the sweet smell of honey suckle every day this Spring! Hearing you in the children's laughter as they play and master new moves! Speaking about you and your love you showed us all always, love you sweet Elaina always
flowering hibiscus 2/27/13
Susan LaGrotta
April 4, 2013
For Elaina's first anniversary we planted another tree at the Butterfly Garden On Winterberry Drive
A tree lighting On Long Island
April 4, 2013
a tree lighting
Susan and Victor LaGrotta
April 4, 2013
Elaina you passed away over a year ago, we look for you and see you everywhere in everything we do, you put your energy into everything around us, so you will never be gone from us, you are always in our minds. Love you forever, Your Mom and Dad
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MaryAnn Pfeiffer
November 1, 2012
Elaina- Our 25th Anniversary Gala was canceled due to an unusual late season hurricane here in NY. Can not help but think of our 10th Anniversary and how much fun we had that day and how much you helped out selling raffle and 50/50 tickets. I love you Elaina and keep your spirit and smile in my heart.
MaryAnn
Claire Spellman
November 1, 2012
I think about Elaina everyday. She brought so much love and happiness into all of our lives. We all miss her but know that she is with us everytime we smile. It was a privilege to know and work with her. Claire Spellman
October 31, 2012
Dearest Elaina,
you are in my every thought and every deed, your energy lives within us, Your Loving Mom and Dad who miss you with all of their heart and soul.
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The three Amigos
October 31, 2012
AJ and Elaina
October 31, 2012
Maria & Andres Manteiga
April 29, 2012
Elaina-you will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace.
April 29, 2012
Vic and Susan, Thank you so much for what you did for us the other day! I can see where your daughter got her generous loving heart! I will always remember Elaina as a strong willed person with a loving heart.. It is perfect that we planted a tree in her honor. Much love and prayers, Kim Chiappino....
Andrea Manteiga-McKane
April 28, 2012
Elaina - you will NEVER be forgotten. Rest in Peace and keep smiling...
Keith & Tricia Pimental
April 16, 2012
Vic and Sue,
Elaina was the very definition of vibrancy and energy, and her great spirit during her ordeal were an inspiration to so many. We pray that the loving messages here serve to help comfort you. God bless!
Keith and Tricia Pimental, Woodland UT
Dave & Debi Johnson
April 13, 2012
Elaina remains a beacon of faith, strength and love in all our lives. Her eyes were truly the window to that beautiful, marvelous soul of hers which awaits a glorious reunion with all of us in Heaven.
michel mardini
March 12, 2012
She now flies higher than we can.
Susan and Victor, hang on, we are all thinking about you.
Kerry Esbensen
March 5, 2012
God bless all of you and especially Elaina. As another MBC patient, I feel for you so much in your time of loss.
Elaine and Pat Mulligan
March 5, 2012
Susan and Vic,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Jay Macleod
March 5, 2012
Vic and Susan, I can not imagine your grief. I am happy that I got a chance to meet Elaina and see her smiling face. Such a sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
jeff price
March 5, 2012
Vic and Susan, I am so sorry to hear about Elaina. I was talking with one of our pilots in op's last night and he was telling me what a wonderful young lady she was and how positive and inspiriational she was for the people who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family
Jim and Marie Stamos
March 5, 2012
Joy, pure joy, a bell tone filled with joy. People come and go through your life each leaving a thread of themselves. Elaina has come, Elaina remains in the lives of all she has touched and through them the lives she has not; she is the steel magnolia; she is JOY. Thank you Sue and Victor for teaching her how to fly.
Tiffany & Kevin Roarty
March 5, 2012
Our condolences Victor & Susan. Though we have lost touch with you and Elaina since we came to the restaurant every week, we will always remember her. What a great person she was.
Tiffany and Kevin Roarty
Marco Island, FL
Linda Strang
March 5, 2012
Dear, dear Elaina: smart, feisty, funny, tough, affectionate, beautiful, courageous - in every way perfectly yourself and no other like you in the whole wide world. "Now boast thee, death, in thy possession lies a lass unparallel'd."
To the Adam, Molinari, and LaGrotta families, my deepest sympathy for this heartbreaking loss.
Cousin Patricia Bacigalupo
March 4, 2012
When I close my eyes I see your smiling face.....What a beautiful way to remember someone!
Sue & Vic I pray for you and hope that your strength and courage helps you find peace during this most difficult time. My heart goes out to all of you.
Love & Hugs,
Rodolfo Dominguez
March 4, 2012
Vic and Susan my deepest condolences.
Pierrela
March 4, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Lagrotta family. Elaina will be greatly missed here at FCS. She is and was a beautiful, smart, and funny woman. She will always be in our hearts and our thoughts may god bless you and your family my heart is truly sad.
Sincerely, P.
Tom Ferguson
March 4, 2012
Dearest Vic and Susan,
I am greatly saddened to hear of the loss of your Elaina. Even though this has been coming for a long while, I think there can be nothing in human experience more difficult than losing a child. My heart is with you both, with profound sorrow and sincere condolences. May God's Grace and Peace be with you during this most difficult time.
Diane Ruggiero
March 4, 2012
In the very short time I knew Elaina it was oh so obvious that she was a special person, with an incredible love of family and life. She will be missed by all who she touched, and she will also be remembered with love by all that were touched by her.
Emily Guerrero, RN
March 4, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Elaina's passing. What a delightful person even in the face of cancer. I was in awe of her. Paul and her family will be in my thoughts.
Pete Ashton
March 4, 2012
Victor & Susan, I'm so sad to hear about Elaina. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.
Jim Donahue
March 3, 2012
Victor, words will never be able to adequately fill the void your entire family must feel in the loss of your daughter. Janice and I will pray for Elaina and your family that you might find solace in knowing she now resides in the company of the Lord.
Tom and Veronica Snelling
March 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gregory Mericle
March 3, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Uncle Murph
March 3, 2012
...and when she dies take her and cut her into little stars, and she will make the face of heaven so fine that all the world will be in love with night and pay no worship to the garish sun.
See you in the night sky sweety
Bob and Sue LeBlanc
March 3, 2012
Vic and Susan,
We are thinking and praying for you. You both gave her a beautiful life filled with love and happiness. Her spirit has always been, and always will be, perfect.
Daniel and Ana Palacio
March 3, 2012
We were blessed and lucky to share a small part of your life, and now you're gone and our hearts are broken. I hope you knew the love we all had for you. You will always be in our hearts.
Thomas Copeland
March 3, 2012
Elaina is missed around the world. My heart goes out to the LaGrotta family. Thank you, Vic, for bringing her in to our lives.
Claire Spellman
March 3, 2012
Elaina touched so many lives in such a positive way, She was an amazing spirit and put a smile on all our faces. I feel blessed and fortunate to have known her and will miss her very day.
william read
March 3, 2012
Vic and Susan,
I know there's nothing I can say to take your grief away, but I am here and thinking of you. I never knew Elaina, but through Vic, I did know how much she was loved. Take care my friends.
Billyray
Jim and Patt Curtis
March 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
March 3, 2012
Vic, with all of my heart as a friend and fellow union brother, I offer my condolences to you and all of your family. Call or write anytime. [email protected] 727 244-2347
Sincerely,
Mark Raynor and Family
Nathan Carriker
March 3, 2012
I never got to fly with or meet Elaina, but knowing her father has me convinced the world was a better place with her in it. Deepest condolences to the whole family, may God's Grace help you all through this sad time.
Brooke Paoli
March 2, 2012
God now has one beautiful angel to hold. May you rest in peace Elaina. I will always cherish our high school memories we shared. Until we meet again my BTB...Love, Brooke (LTB)
March 2, 2012
Sweetest Elaina- Thank you for your kindness, your warmth and your incredible ability to make us all smile. From the first day I met you, my life changed. You gave so much to others and displayed an inner strength in the face of many challenges. The way you lived your life to the fullest is an example to all. Through the sadness, I know that I am a better person having known you and you will forever be in my heart.
MaryAnn (aka PB to the Max)
March 1, 2012
Elaina- You always had great smile and sense of humor. You had great strength and courage that is a testament to the kind of person you are. I was lucky to have you as an ASJ sister. Thank you for being a blessing in my life. Be a peace dear friend. My prayers are with your family and Paul at this sad time. God's blessing on you all. Much love Kim Chiappino
Oak and Peter
March 1, 2012
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elaine Scire
March 1, 2012
Dearest Elaina, Your sweet smile and beautifiul face will always be remembered. Your strength and courage will give others hope. I feel so privileged to have had you for my niece. There is now another angel in heaven. You will always have a special place in my heart. Much love Aunt Elaine
My deepest sympathy to your loving Mom Susan who has been so strong and your Dad Victor. God bless them both.
Julia Villacara
March 1, 2012
Elaina,
Your strength, courage, resilience and of course that laughter, which still lives in my memory, will always be an inspiration. Thank you for your many gifts; friendship, dignity, bravery, vibrance, encouragement and your amazing sense of humor are just a few. You'll always be my motivation to work and fight for a cure. Thank you for giving so much of yourself without even knowing it.
Gratefully yours.
Julia Villacara
March 1, 2012
Elaina,
Your strength, courage, resilience and of course that laughter, which still lives in my memory, will always be an inspiration. Thank you for your many gifts; friendship, dignity, bravery, vibrance, encouragement and your amazing sense of humor are just a few. You'll always be my motivation to work against this disease. Thank you for giving so much of yourself without even knowing it.
Gratefully yours,
Elaine Mak
March 1, 2012
Elaina, you are an inspiration to us all and have left this world better than you found it. All my love to you and your family.
Janet (Strang) and Bob Sayer
February 29, 2012
Our condolences to Elaina's family. We will always remember Elaina at age 12, attending our wedding and catching the bouquet!
Kiera Talley
February 29, 2012
Elaina, your infectious smile and beautiful spirit will be missed. "If I could sit across the porch from God, I'd thank him for lending me you"; you truly were a "precious gift" and my life will be forever changed for having known you. Thank you for all the memories, laughter, and fun; thank you for my time spent with you.
Keisha Drechsler
February 29, 2012
Elaina,
You were special in every way. I will never forget our precious time together. I know you are smiling down on us from up above.
February 29, 2012
Susan and Victor, Our prayers and heart felt sympathy go to you and your family. May God's loving strength be with the both of you. God Bless, Harry AND Corinne Samon
Lisa Pirrone
February 29, 2012
You will ALWAYS be remembered, Elaina. You are at peace now. Your smile & tender heart will glisten in our souls forever. We love you!
Allison Spencer
February 29, 2012
Your spirit will be with us always!
Elisa Korb
February 29, 2012
Elaina, you were a beautiful person and your generous spirit will be much missed. You contributed so much to people's lives, and I hope you knew that! Sending you all the love and prayers in the world!
Donald Bader
February 29, 2012
Our prayers are with all of you at this very sad time.
---Teresa & Don Bader, St. Joseph's Choir, Babylon, NY
Jessica Razza
February 28, 2012
Elaina, You were truly a joy, a pure and wonderful joy.
Aunt Louise Molinari-Crespo
February 28, 2012
Our angel is in heaven watching over us, let us continue her kind deeds everyday and never forget her!
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