Agnes D'Aurelio Obituary

Agnes D'Aurelio

Mom passed away the same way she lived life, with a smile on her face and a genuine concern for those around her. She was 91 years old.

Many grandchildren, newborn Right to Life babies, and seniors were warmed by the hundreds of blankets she crocheted. Born Agnes Christine Lukas on April 10, 1915, in Cudahy, Wis., Agnes married Albert D'Aurelio on May 24, 1941. He preceded her in death in 1982 and welcomed her home on May 11, 2006. Also preceding her in death were her parents, Michael and Kristine; brothers, John, Frank, Mickey, and Paul; sisters, Mary and Ann. She is survived by five children, Ginny (John) Randulic of Canton, Bob (Eileen) D'Aurelio of Newbury, Gemma (Ron) Thomas of Phoenix, Ariz., Marge (Don) Boron of Magnolia, and Dan (Barb) D'Aurelio of Akron. Missing their Grandma D's stories and unending love are 25 grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandson; sister, Josephine (John) Kucera of Cudahy, Wis.

Mom had a great devotion to the Blessed Sacrament and was one of the founders of the Perpetual Adoration Program, a Holy Hour Program at St. Augustine Church in Barberton. She helped initiate the adoration program over 46 years ago; it continues to this day. She felt very blessed that God called upon her to help organize that program and it brought her much joy to serve the Lord in that capacity. When asked what she felt was important in this life, Mom, without hesitation, responded, "paying attention to the little things and spreading love through acts of kindness, a smile, an encouraging comment, these are important. Not necessarily doing big things, great things, but doing the little things, most especially, for others." As death approached Mom, she had a light in her eyes and had no fear. As she said several years ago before heart surgery, "I am going to close my eyes now and when I wake up, I will either see the faces of my children or the face of God. Either way, I will be happy." That is why she went home with a smile on her face.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, May 15, 2006, at 10 a.m., at St. James Catholic Church, 400 W. Lisbon St., Waynesburg, with Fr. Joseph Zamary as celebrant. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery in Akron on Monday at 2 p.m. Friends may call Sunday, 4 to 7 p.m., at Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home on South Cleveland Avenue. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Canton, 2800 Leemont Ave. N.W., Canton, Ohio 44709, or Aultman Hospice, 2821 Woodlawn N.W., Canton, Ohio 44708. (Kreighbaum-Sanders,

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on May 12, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Agnes D'Aurelio

10 Entries

Roberta Jereb

May 17, 2006

Dear D'Aurelios,

I have many fond memories of both Albert and Agnes. I went to school at St. Augustine's, where I was in the choir under Al's direction. I also spent time at the house where Al gave me piano lessons, and Agnes provided milk and cookies. I'll never forget May Crownings when Agnes would watch from the front porch. What a sweet woman she was! I also helped Al design his HAM radio newsletters, back in the 70s. It's hard to believe they're both gone now. There aren't many people in the world like them. God bless all of you for your loss.

Dan D'Aurelio

May 16, 2006

Dear Friends,

Thank you so very much for taking the time to send your comments to the D'Aurelio family. We celebrated Mom's new birthday, May 11, 2006 yesterday with a moving and loving funeral Mass at Saint James' Church in Waynesburg, OH. It was so kind of you to remember her...and comfort us. God Bless.

Patty McArtor - Mills

May 16, 2006

Dear D'Aurelio Family,

It has been many years but I have had so many wonderful memories of your mom. She was the first person to introduce me to service for others. She was very instrumental in setting up the Sunday morning pre-school program for 4 and 5 year olds at St. Augustine. She had asked me to take a class and from that momement I had been "hooked". Through the years I taught PSR, Confirmation formation as well as currently Reconciliation and First Communion at Immaculate Conception. I also remember your mother for her friendship with my mother, Marianne McArtor and their friend Margie Ryan and the stories and laughs they would have over a cup of coffee and dessert. What fun they had! My mom passed away one year ago on May 11. I am sure they both are laughing and having a good time in heaven. God Bless you all.

Chrissy Boron

May 16, 2006

A beautiful Obit, Uncle Dan. Thanks from bringing out the Grams that I know and love.

I love you Grandma!

Victoria Fernandez

May 16, 2006

From all that I've heard, your (grand)mother sounds like an amazing woman, worthy of all the love that you all gave her. For sure she is receiving her reward in heaven from our Lord. Many blessings to you all.

"To be absent from the Body is to be present from Christ."

Victoria Maria

Fran Kracker & family

May 13, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kathleen

May 13, 2006

To the D’Aurelio Kids,

Sorry about your Mom,

I hope things are going well.

How long it takes to get over,

Only time will tell.

To you and to your families,

I send my deepest regrets,

But all of you have to remember,

God only takes the Best.

I think I know how you feel,

I’ve been there once or twice.

It’s glad for her, sad for you,

There seems no other choice.

Things will settle down,

You’ll get back to normal lives,

But on the first warm sunny day, think of Mom

And have a knock down, drag out water fight!

Love to all of you,