MARIA “STELLA” DiLIDDO (nee Savarino), aged 88 years, beloved wife for 65 years to Andrew J., dearest mother of Andrew Jr. (wife Rebecca), Edward, Frances Kurtz (husband William) and Janice Ulrich (husband Steve), devoted daughter of the late Pietro and Frances (nee Cipolla) Savarino, cherished sister of the late John Savarino; dear aunt, great-aunt and cousin of many.
Stella was born on March 29, 1928 in Cleveland and passed away on July 19, 2016. She was a resident of Solon for 4 years formerly of Kirtland and a long-time resident of Lyndhurst. Stella was a longtime parishioner of St. Clare Catholic Church. Although born in Cleveland she moved to Detroit where she went and graduated from High School. Stella was a member of “The Sewing Club” in Lyndhurst, a group of life-long friends that met once a month.
Stella and Andrew met in Detroit before Andrew served in the U.S. Army-Airforce. Andrew graduated from John-Carroll University in 1949 and from University of Detroit in 1952. After Andrew graduated from University of Detroit in 1952, Stella and Andrew moved to Cleveland. She enjoyed being a homemaker and worked part-time at Ursuline Motherhouse-serving meals and entertaining the in-firmed Ursuline sisters. Stella loved ceramics, was an avid reader, shopping, and traveling. She enjoyed classic movies, especially movies with Clark Gable. Stella will be remembered most as a fun loving, generous, giving woman who had an infectious laugh. She was an excellent cook, loved to entertain and was always very hospitable to others.
Contributions may be made in Stella’s memory to Alzheimer’s Association P.O. Box 74924 Cleveland, OH 44194-4924.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet for the Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, July 23, 2016, at St. Clare Catholic Church 5659 Mayfield Rd., Lyndhurst, OH 44124 at 10:30 AM. Burial following in All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Stella at THE DeJOHN FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATIONS CENTER OF CHESTERLAND 12811 CHILLICOTHE ROAD (Rt. 306, just south of Mayfield Rd.) FRIDAY 4-8 PM.
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Jack Schifano
We are deeply feeling for you.
Jack and Mary Schifano
Andrew DiLiddo
Thanks Jack and Mary, very much appreciated.
DeeDee &Ed DiCresce--lodge #685
We are very sorry to hear of your loss and offer our prayers for you & your family.
Andrew Jr.
Thanks DeeDee and Ed. Very much appreciated.
Patrick and Rosina Puhak
So sorry for the loss of you mother Andrew. She sounded like a wonderful woman and will surely be missed. Prayers to you and your family.
Andrew Jr.
Thanks so much Patrick and Rosina. Thanks for the prayers.
art benoit
So sorry for your loss.I knew her for a short time. She was a strong Woman and never gave up. She will be missed.
Janice Ulrich
Thank you, Art. Like your mom, my mom was a tough Italian lady and a fighter to the end!
Terry and Sue Lattavo
We are so sorry. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Andrew Jr.
Thanks so much Terry and Sue. Your support at this time means a lot to me and Rebecca.
Karen Parisi Farinacci
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I have a lot of memories of our two families being together. Take care of yourselves and your Dad.
Andrew Jr.
Thanks Karen. Appreciate it.
Janice Ulrich
Thank you, Karen. Yes, I always remember “The Club Girls” with affection!
Jan
Terri naro
We will miss your beautiful, classy, fun loving, lispy. personality. We couldn’t help but laugh when you laughed…it was every time since we could remember. Love & prayers for a warm journey! Love, cousin Terri
Andy Jr.
thanks so much Terri, cousins are the best medicine at this time. Andy Jr.
Ken Sutherland
Dear Fran, Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. You may recall that my mother also suffered with Alzheimer’s and I realize what a very difficult job it is, and the emotional trauma endured by the family to be a caregiver during their illness. I hope all is well with you and your husband in your new profession. I sure miss the wonderful, friendly care you provided while you were an optician.
Janice Ulrich
Yes, Ken, being a caregiver is a tough job. Alzheimers is such a horrible affliction. Thank you for your kind words. I will pass them on to my sister,Fran.
Jan Ulrich
Bob & Cheryl Buchan
Our thoughts are with you and your family. May the joyful memories help to ease your sorrow!
Anthony and Cami Billuni and family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family .
Janice Ulrich
Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Jan
Luigi & Patti Billuni
Forgive me for offering my condolences so late.
What a fun loving lady with an awesome laugh I will always cherish.
May you find peace knowing she was loved by us all.