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Norma Cicchitelli Obituary
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late William and Jennie (Havrylik) Gontarek and was the beloved wife of Dennis R. Cicchitelli for 37 years.
Norma was the devoted mother of Derek R. Cicchitelli and his wife Alison, Lisa M. Ferranti and her husband Anthony and David B. Cicchitelli and his wife Michelle; cherished grandmother of Dylan, Benjamin, Gianna, Maya and Sam; sister of Dorothy Proulx; she also leaves behind her beloved dog Casey.
Norma was office manager and co-owner of Mt. Pleasant Alarms, Inc. with her husband Dennis. She was a very cheerful, warm and generous person who touched the lives of everyone.
Visitation will be held Monday, 4-8 p.m. with a funeral Tuesday at 9:45 a.m. from the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. in St. Adalbert's Church, 866 Atwells Avenue, Providence, with interment to follow in Highland Memorial Park, Johnston. Donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of RI, 757 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910. To express your condolences through our online guestbook, please visit www.mem.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Norma Cicchitelli
Ellen and Charlie Williams
March 16, 2009
Dear Dennis & Family,
We want you to know how amazing Norma was to us. We know Norma made everyone feel so special. We'll treasure every minute we spent together. Norma's uniqueness will inspire everyone forever. She brought joy and happiness to everyone who was lucky enough to know her. She was such a special person we can only smile when we look at her picture. She could make the sunshine on a cloudy day. Norma is and always will be our Angel on earth and in heaven. We love you all.
Love,
Ellen and Charlie
Trish
March 1, 2009
Dennis and Family
I am deeply sadden to hear of your loss. I will miss seeing Norma at the Atwood Grill with her cheerfulness and bright smile, she always made me smile :-) May God Bless all of you during this difficult time.
Stephanie Rennard
February 26, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Marie Baccala,Stephanie & Carl Rennard and Masello Salon Services
John and Arlene (Verdecchia) Pilozzi
February 22, 2009
Dennis,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Spaziano
February 22, 2009
Dear Dennis & Family,
I am so saddened to hear about the loss of Norma- she was a wonderful and fun loving person. She will be missed. My sympathies to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Pat (Cirelli) Spaziano,
Former Classmate
Chuck Gontarek
February 21, 2009
Dennis-
I am so sorry for your loss. Norma was very influential in my life- I think fondly of the times we spent together listening to records at her house with aunt jenny and uncle bill....last i saw her was at my dads funeral 2 years ago....she was exactly as I remembered her- big smile...big heart.... i again send my thoughts....
George DeDentro
February 20, 2009
Dennis and family,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Karen Pantalone
February 20, 2009
To the Cicchitelli family:
I could not believe the news of Norma's passing when I heard it at the hair salon. I would see Norma every 3rd Saturday for the last 10 years or so. She was such a bright star who loved her family dearly. She would always make you smile. We had so many laughs! Sometimes life just doesn't seem fair. She will be greatly missed.
Frank Rossi
February 20, 2009
Dennis, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....The Rossi's
Barbara Zawadzki
February 19, 2009
Dear Dennis & Family, So very sorry to hear of Norma's passing. I have know her since she was born and spent lots of time with her and her family. Our families were very close. May god take care of her in her eternal rest.
FRANCES Villanova
February 19, 2009
Our deepest sympathy.
Ray and Fran Villanova
Connie & Tony Donfrancesco
February 18, 2009
Dear Dennis, Derek, Lisa and David:
We were saddened and shocked to hear of Norma's passing.
Norma was a person who loved her family and always had a smile and kind word for everyone she met. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prays are always with you and the children.
Steve Rodrigues
February 18, 2009
Dave, and the Cicchitelli family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Sharon Volpe
February 18, 2009
Dear Dennis, Derek, Lisa and David,
We were so sorry to hear of Norma's
passing.
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lu
February 18, 2009
Dennis and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. Norma was the best of the best... full of laughter, love and life. She will surely be missed.
Lisa Giusti
February 18, 2009
Dear Dennis, Derek, David and Lisa,
I learned of Norma's death the night following the funeral; otherwise, I would have been present to memorialize her life.
We know she did not want to leave this earth with so much of life still here to enjoy.
You can expect the days, months and years ahead will be difficult and some times are worse than others. Please try to remember, she would want you to celebrate her life and keep her memory alive, although it is difficult to avoid the sadness and untimely loss of her life.
She will always be remembered and missed in many ways. Norma was full of life; she was so proud and joyful of her family and in her many roles: a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, pet lover, friend, businessowner and the many other roles she has been to those who knew her.
Learning to live without her will be a challenge which I wish you did not have to cope with at this time. I will pray for all of you and know her spirit will watch over all her loved ones until you meet again. May God bless you all. Please contact me if I can be of help to your family.
Jen Rocha
February 17, 2009
Dennis, Lisa, Derek and David
I can only hope each day will be easier. Your mom was a wonderful person and made the world a better place. I never remember seeing her upset or unhappy. Cherish all the memories you have.
Love, Jen Fiore Rocha
February 17, 2009
Dennis and Family,
We would like to express our deepest sympathy.
Al Pal and Jeanne
Jackie Fiore Doyle
February 17, 2009
Dear Dennis, Derek, David and Lisa,
It is still hard to believe that your mom has passed. Some of my best memories from my childhood were living next door to your family. Your mom always had a wonderful smile that I will always remember. I know that her spirit will live on through you and her grandchildren.
Sal Paliotto
February 17, 2009
Dennis,
I'm sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. May God be with you.
Suzanne Accardo (Lenders Title)
February 17, 2009
Dennis,
My deepest, sincere sympathy to you and your family.
JOSEPH MANSOLILLO
February 17, 2009
DEAR DENNIS AND FAMILY, SHARON AND I ARE IN NEW HAMPSHIRE AND ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT NORMA.WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER AS A WARM,SMILING,FRIENDLY WOMAN. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WITH SYMPATHY, JOE AND SHARON.
Brad Ingegneri
February 17, 2009
Dennis, Lisa, Derek & David,
I want to offer my deepest condolences for your loss as I just learned of the situation today.
Please know that each of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Lorna Pietrantonio
February 17, 2009
Dear Dennis, Derek, Lisa and David,
I just received the news regarding Norma. I treasure my memories of this woman who has always been delightful, generous and caring to all. Her vibrant personality would fill the room when she arrived. I offer my deepest sympathy to you all and your family.
Tara Zanni
February 17, 2009
Derek-
Sorry to hear about your mom's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Gary Chelo
February 17, 2009
Dennis, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish to give you and your family my deep condolences from the entire Chelo family.
Stacy DiSarro-Enright
February 17, 2009
Lisa, Anthony and Family
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Even though I never had the pleasure of meeting her, my whole family told me what a special person she was. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
JOSEPH & ANN DEMARCO
February 17, 2009
JOSEPH & ANN
DEMARCO
E-MAIL MAJORDI 050@AOL. COM
DEAR DENNIS, LISA, DEREK, AND DAVID,
ANN AND I REGRET THE NEWS OF NORMA’S PASSING, AND WE OFFER OUR
SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS.
IN OUR HEARTS, WE CAN FEEL THE LOSS OF NORMA, BUT REMEMBER WE ALSO KNOW THAT THERE WILL BE A UNION IN THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN SOON, SINCE OUR TIME HERE ON EARTH IS A TRANSIENT TO OUR ETERNAL REWARD.
LISA, DEREK, AND DAVID, TRY TO REMEMBER THE MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST IN TIME AND ALLOW THE PASSING OF YOUR MOM, TO BE JUST ANOTHER STEP TOWARDS THE ETERNAL REUNION.
NOW NORMA IS IN A BETTER PLACE, AWAY FROM THE TOIL AND TORMENTS OF THIS WORLD, AND WITH THE CREATOR.
I AM SURE SHE WILL LOOK DOWN FROM TIME TO TIME, AND CONSOLE YOU, WITH THAT INNER FEELING THAT SHE IS THERE, BE BRAVE AND REMEMBER THE GOOD DAYS THAT YOU HAD TOGETHER
WE APOLOGIZE FOR NOT BEING WITH YOU AT THIS TIME, SINCE WE ARE IN FLORIDA, BUT THIS LAST CELEBRATION WILL BE THE CELEBRATION OF NORMA’S LIFE.
ALWAYS IN OUR PRAYS
ANN AND JOE DEMARCO
GULFPORT FL
Joseph Campopiano
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis and family:
I can't tell you how sad I was when Richard informed me of your wife's passing.
My prayers and thoughts are with you, be strong and God will guide you.
Sorry I wasn't in RI to express my sympathy in person. See you in April at the Metacomet.
Joe Campopiano
Trish Morgan
February 16, 2009
Alison and Derek,
Thank you for calling me yesterday. I wish I could been in RI to have paid my respects today to your family. At your baby shower, I'll never forget how awesome your mother-in-law was to you especially when she had little cakes made out for each letter in Ben's name. I remember thinking how special that was.
Marc Hope
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis,
I am sorry for your loss. I found out about it too late to pay my respects in person, but know that my prayers are with you and your family.
Gail Hoey-O'Loughlin
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis and Family,
I can hardly believe this lovely lady is gone. She was so beautiful inside as well as on the outside. She was a loving and kind woman who will be truly missed. Love, The Hoey and O'Loughlin Families.
JANE (DE CICCIO) PAYETTE
February 16, 2009
To Norma's family:
She was a classmate @ S.M.A.V.
She would always ask about me to my son-in-law @ Il Fornello. She will surely be missed @ our upcoming reunion. I'm sorry for your loss.
Marie Lyons
February 16, 2009
Dear Dave, Michelle, Dylan and Maya,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you during this time of sorrow.
Brian Young & Family
February 16, 2009
Cicchitelli Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Words do no justice in this situation. Our prayers will be with you.
Cynthia Zammarelli
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis ~ I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss. Your Norma's legacy will live on through her children and grandchildren.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 16, 2009
Our deepest sympathies. We loved Norma as if she was part of our own family. We will always remember her smile and how much she lit up the room. She will be greatly missed.
Love, Rachel and Mark Davis
David Genest
February 16, 2009
David, Marie and I are very sorry for your loss.
Joe Giudici
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis:
I can't tell you how saddened I was when I learned of Norma. I know how much of a loss she will mean to you and I also know you will love her forever. As hard as her leaving you will be, Dennis always remember how much Jesus loves her also. If he didn't, he would have never called her back to him. She will remain in peace and happiness forever with him, just as you would want. May God Bless you and your family.
Jean & Bob Motta
February 16, 2009
Dennis and Family
May God watch over all of you during this most difficult time in your lives. With the loss of Norma, a bright light has gone out in this world.
You are in our thoughts and Norma is in our prayers.
Suzanne Sullivan-Marz
February 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Family of the late Christine Sullivan
Brian Grebinar and family
February 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Melanie Grzych-Sbardella
February 16, 2009
Dennis, Derek, Lisa, and David,
I send my love and prayers to you. I knew her only as Auntie Norma. To me, she is one of the bright shining lights of my childhood. She also was one of my mom's oldest friends. I love you all.
Patty Buchanan
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis & Family,
As far back as I can remember, my father has known your family. I remember coming over, as a little kid, and Norma's smile brightening up the room. Back in the day, when I occasionally delivered mail to the office, I always hoped she was there, just so I could visit with her. Her stories always made me laugh.
Even though I haven't see you all in a long time, the news of her passing saddened me. She was one of the most nicest, genuine people I ever had the pleasure of having in my life.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Tom Sacco
February 16, 2009
To The Ciccitelli Family.My Deepest sympathy to you all.Norma was a Wonderful person.Great smile,Always Cheerful.A Proud Mom.Always a joy to talk to.We will all miss her.Thankful to have known her,She was so Sweet.
Lori, Joe and Barbara From Joe´s Place
February 16, 2009
To the Cicchitelli,
We were shocked to hear about Norma. We were just saying the other day that we hadn´t seen her lately. Norma was really really nice person and we always talked and laughed when she came in our store because we looked alot alike and wore our hair the same and we dressed alike because we loved Chico´s. She would always talk about her family and you could see how much she loved you all and how proud she was of her family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time and know that her spirit will always be with you all.
Thomas Cioci
February 16, 2009
Dennis,
I was deeply sadden to hear about the passing of Norma. Please accept my sympathy to you and your family.
Claire & Steve Puleo
February 16, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Betty Sacco
February 16, 2009
To The Cicchitelli family our deepest sympathy a mass has been offered for Norma Cicchitelli at St. Henry's Church Pompano Beach Florida. By Tommy and Betty Sacco
Avienne Tiberio and Family
February 16, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful kind and giving person. So many cherished mermories of out family moments spent together. May god be your strength at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Maria and Frank Simonelli
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis and Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your beloved wife/mother. We remember Norma as such a kind, pleasant woman who always wore a beautiful smile. May God allow you comfort in your loving memories of such a special lady.
We regret that we are unable to express our sympathies to you personally. However, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis & Family,
Tom and I would like to express our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. May God bless you and your family.
Thomas & Elaine Petronio (Greenville)
TOBY POTTER
February 16, 2009
TO ALL THE CICCHITELLI FAMILY:
I WAS SHOCKED AND SADDENED TO LEARN OF NORMA'S PASSING. SHE WAS ALWAYS A DELIGHT TO SPEAK TO, LOVED HER HOME AND FAMILY AND BROUGHT A RADIANCE INTO ANY ROOM SHE ENTERED. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. FONDLY, TOBY POTTER ( FROM RICHARD'S DENTAL OFFICE)
Greg & Janice Mangiante
February 16, 2009
Dear Dennis, Lisa, Derek, and David,
Greg & I are broken hearted by Norma's passing. She was such a kind and giving person and always fun to be with. She made you feel good about yourself.
I will never forget all the wonderful parties at Metacomet.
Norma & I had one thing in common, we were true shop alcoholics.
Life is sometimes too cruel, when we have to endure such hardships and losses.
Our love and prayers are with the Cicchitelli family at this sad time.
Much Love,
Alex Abajian
February 16, 2009
Dennis, I am so sorry to hear of your wife's passing. I am sorry that I cannot be there to personally express my feelings. My thoughts are with you and your family
Rita Cicchitelli
February 16, 2009
Our lives have been enriched by knowing you and we will miss you dearly, but will always remember you in our hearts and prayers.With love,Louis & Rita
Ken & Shirley North Jr.
February 15, 2009
Dennis and Family, We were shocked to hear about Norma and feel for you and your family. Please if you need anything let us know. We're so sorry for you and your family.
Anthony Ferranti
February 15, 2009
No matter where Norma went she would brighten the room with her beautiful smile and charming personality. I am so proud to have been a part of her life. She was not just my mother in law, she called me her son. I will never forget all the great memories. Norma was a special part of my life and I will keep her in my heart and love her always and forever.
anthony fagundes
February 15, 2009
dennis so sorry to hear about your wife norma she always talked to me on the phone when ever i called in with and alarm problem or a billing issue may god bless you and keep you all in his peace and may norma rest in peace... god bless
Jason Kolinsky
February 15, 2009
Dave and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about this terrible loss. I know you have a strong support system with your friends and family. My best wishes are with you all during these tough times.
Sincerely
Jason Kolinsky
Sal & Diane Romano
February 15, 2009
Dear Dennis & Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Norma's passing. We are unable to offer our condolences in person as we are away. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Melanie and Jamie Manzi
February 15, 2009
Dear Uncle Dennis, Lisa, Derek, and David, You should all be extremely proud to say that woman was your mother--she was an incredible person who brightened a room with her beauty (inside and out), her smile, laughter, smell, and overall presence! No gathering will EVER be the same without her! I am honored to have the privledge to say my godmother was an angel on earth and is now all of our guardian angel in heaven! Her spirit will shine through all of her beautiful grandchildren! We love you all and are here for you for ANYTHING!!!
Love, Melanie and Jamie
Susan Towne
February 15, 2009
I am so saddened and heartbroken to read about Norma. I never had the chance her personally. I always looked forward to Tuesday at 2:00 to call her for payroll and chit chat like an old friend would do.Norma spoke very fondly of her family and bragged so much about her wonderful grandchildren and of course I heard all about Casey. I always thought of Norma as a friend. She was and always will be so kind, caring and so thoughtful. She always had a nice thing to say. I feel so lucky to have spoken to an angel on earth. Norma, you will never be forgotten. I will always keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. May you be at peace.
Your Friend from Paychex
Halina Gruszka
February 15, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I've known Norma since grade school. You could not find a more loving and caring person. I'm sure she is at peace with our Lord and Savior. God Bless.
Eddy Walker
February 15, 2009
My heart-felt sympathy on your lost. I never had the pleasure to met Norma face to face, but have talked with her via telephone on several occassions. I worked with Dennis and Derek and have come to realize that Norma was a very wonderful and thoughtful individual that will be sorely missed by her family and friends. Again, my sincerest sympathies.
jean and richard colardo
February 15, 2009
Dennis & family, I can't tell you how shocked and saddened Richard and I were to hear about Norma. Norma was an incredibly kind, loving person who was loved by all who knew her. I always remember how kind she was to my Aunt Emma (her mother-in-law) and that says a lot.
I can't even imagine the pain you must feel at this hugh loss. You are deeply in our thoughts and our prayers. We are in Florida for the winter and will be with you in spirit. God bless you! love, jean and Richard
Frank and Kathy Silvestro
February 15, 2009
Dennis, Derek, Lisa, and David,
Please know that we are here for you. We love you all so much. Our Norma was a Saint on earth as she is now in Heaven. We were all so honored to have had our beautiful, kind, loving Norma in our lives. She is going to help us get through this, I'm sure. We love you.
alicia mele-bendza
February 15, 2009
lisa and family,
words could never help the pain that you feel right now. know that the wonderful memories and love that you have shared with your mom through the years is what you will need to remember to help you right now and always. my family and i send are condolences to you all. i am here if you need to talk.
love, alicia
Donna & Sal Masiello
February 15, 2009
Dennis,
Out deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family on Norma's passing. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Mr and mrs Carl Lisa
February 15, 2009
Dennis Please accept our deepest condolences for your great loss. God bless you and your family in this time of great sorrow.
betty sacco
February 15, 2009
Dennis to you and your family our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Tommy and Betty Sacco
Frankie Silvestro
February 15, 2009
Uncle Dennis, Derek, David, and Lisa,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Auntie Norma. I know how difficult this must be for you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Auntie Norma was such a kind, caring, thoughtful, and generous woman. I remember during my time in Iraq how much I would look forward to getting packages from Auntie Norma as they were always full of thoughtful and helpful items. She brought joy to everyone who had the chance of knowing her. I am unable to take leave to attend the services but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all, and God Bless during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathies,
Lioni & Gina Garcia
February 15, 2009
Dear Lisa , Anthony and the whole Cicchitelli Family, We are so, so sorry for your loss. Words just can't express the overwhelming sadness we feel for you. We have never met your Mom but we knew how close you were. If you should need us in anyway please do not hesitate to call. Love Gina and Lioni
Mark Fasano
February 15, 2009
Dear Mr. Cicchitelli and Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolence for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Paul & Bev Durand
February 15, 2009
Dennis & family, and Casey: Norma enriched the lives of everyone. she loved life, and life loved her. She will be missed by all. She has given us all a gift of memories to cherish forever. Though we can't be with you physically, our thoughts are with you all. To Norma, I'll miss you my dear friend. But be assured, when I meet you again, I will groom your dog for you.
dotty catlow
February 15, 2009
we are so sorry to hear about norma
she was a great person she love to laugh God keep norma in your house of love dotty catlow #bob catlow
Marguerite & Jimmy Pascale
February 15, 2009
To our dear family,
Dennis, Lisa, Derek, & David:
Our lives will never be the same without our Norma. She was always there for everyone and touch our lives in so many ways. We have beautiful memories of all the good times we all shared. I pray that God will help us all through this. Norma's memory will always be alive. She will always be with us. We love all of you and most of all we Love NORMA.
Auntie Marguerite & Uncle Jimmy
David DeCiantis Jr.
February 15, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember all the Christmas eve's at Auntie Rose's and all the great food Norma would bring. I have many great memories of her. My prayers are with your family.
Walter Sliney
February 15, 2009
We worked with Norma many years ago.(It was at the Youth Service Bureau in Providence just after she graduated from High School). She was the best secretary we have ever known and just a beautiful person inside and out. Her smile would light up a room and if you were feeling down when you walked in, you felt like a million bucks after seeing her.
Our deepest sympathy to her family.
Sincerely,
Walter & Nancy Sliney
The Iannettas
February 15, 2009
Dennis and Family,
How deeply saddened we were to learn about Norma. She was such a loving, caring and vibrant person always with a welcoming smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. She will be truly missed.
Jane, Vinny and Alex Iannetta
joanne kozlin
February 15, 2009
Dear Cicchitelli family.I only met Norma a few times through my sister Ellen and was overcome by her warmth and kindness and although you may like someone,you don't truely realize the impact they have on you until you hear of their passing.Norma was that rare person that God places on earth to make the world a better place, I feel honored to have met her and will never forget what a remarkable woman she was.Please except my sincere condolences on your loss,you are in my throughts and prayers.
Ann Cicchitelli
February 15, 2009
Remembering with love the most kind, caring, loving person who brought sunshine into our family. We will miss you. We will love and remember you always. Ann, Joe, Joey, and Jeff
Joe Iaciofano
February 15, 2009
Sorry
Dr. Louis M. & Elaine Damiani
February 15, 2009
Deepest sympathies.
dolores & frank lisi
February 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ari & Pammi Suri
February 15, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers, Norma's charming presence will be sadly missed. Our sincerest heartfelt wishes are with you and your family.
Love Ari&Pammi
Peter Pizzarello MD
February 15, 2009
Both Karen and I were deeply saddened to read of your loss. I had known Norma for years and knew her to be an upbeat, vibrant individual. She seemed to bring balance to your family. She will be sadly missed.
We are in Florida at this time. We cannot personally offer our respects, but please accept our condolences.
Karen & Peter Pizzarello
Bettie Silvestro-Comeau
February 15, 2009
Dear Dennis and Children,
Mere words cannot adequately express my sorrow at your loss.
I am reminded of the words of the song, Candle in the Wind by Elton John, sung following the tragic death of Princess Diana, some of those words reverberate in my mind because I know that Norma too, was an incredible woman, wife, mother and friend who possessed a remarkable force for good in all of our lives. The loss of her and her goodness, kindness and love will have a profound and lasting impact on us all until the end of our days.
Truly, Norma was a "Candle in the Wind" whose flame died out too soon -- much too soon -- and we will miss its glow, its warmth and its guiding light.
Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences on this tragic and heartbreaking loss.
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