If you knew our Mother
You Knew:
She was warm and welcoming (candy dishes in waiting)
Family always came first (Staten Island by ferry, South Hempstead by Southern State)
She was obligated to be strong and courageous but she always had it in her.
She loved wine or martinis at dinner and those rosy cheeks always gave it away
There could never be too many stuffed animals, decorations or wreaths organized by season.
She just “expected” a call and oftentimes a visit
She cherished life and wanted family and friends to share that gift with her
To blame the mail, never Emily, if the birthday card didn’t arrive before your birthday
Not to try to reach her by phone while she played cards or bingo or was watching “Dancing with the Stars”
She started her day by challenging herself with the word jumble and relished shopping at River Pottery
Friday was beauty parlor and Sunday nails.
A classy lady with matched clothes and jewelry worn with self pride
At times she could be “Parish Secretary” demanding and impatient. Her loving and giving so outweighed it
She was smart, organized and independent while managing to be the best mom, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and loyal friend
She was the heartbeat of our family and will always remain our Amazing Grace.
If you knew our mother Emily
You knew Love.
Love,
Rochelle, James, Michael, Sharon and Laura