Marian O. Moretti – (93) – of 73 Elm St., Hornell, died Sunday afternoon (April 29, 2012) at McAuley Manor, following a brief illness.
A native & life resident of Hornell, she was born April 12, 1919 and was the daughter of Lawrence & Angelina (Massi) Lodato.
Marion was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1938). She and her husband, Francis, owned & operated Moretti’s Snack Bar which later became The Coffee Cup and is now Marino’s Restaurant. For several years she worked at Moretti’s Liquor Store.
She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church. Marion had been a member of Ladies of Columbus, the Beato Angelo Society, St. James Women’s Board and the Italian-American Women’s Club.Marion was very creative and enjoyed drawing & sketching. In her younger years, she had aspirations of becoming a fashion designer. She enjoyed cooking & baking and, throughout the years, could always be found in her kitchen.
She was married on May 1, 1941 to Francis A. “Blackie” Moretti who died in 1991. Marion was also preceded in death by her son, Larry Moretti who died at age 5; her daughter, Lucianne Moretti who died in 1999; 2 brothers, Salvatore “Sal” Lodato and Joseph Lodato.
Surviving are her son, Francis “Frank” Moretti of Rochester; 1 sister, Jeanette Lodato of Hornell; 4 sisters-in-law, Grace Eagan, Angeline Hayes, Rose Ann O’Connor and Mary Teresa Purtell; her dear friend, Katherine Dumo; several nieces & nephews.
The family of Marion O. Moretti will receive friends on Tuesday from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11:00 AM at St. Ann’s Church with burial in St. Ann’s Cemetery.
Marion’s family request that memorial contributions in her name be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, PO Box 1000 (Dept. 300), Memphis, TN 38148. Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.
Frank – Brad and I are so sorry to hear about Marian. She was such a sweet lady. I’m sorry I couldn’t make it to Hornell this weekend, but you were never far from our thoughts. – Noreen
Please accept my most loving condolences for the loss of your mother,Marian. My only regret is that I never met her but I feel that in a way I did. I know you. I am sure she must have been over joyed to know you were there with her until the very end. What can I say except you are an excellent son & I am sure an incredible support to your family and friends as they walk this path with you. God Bless.
Aunt Marian was a very special and kind person. She was always a delight to be with and we will miss her. I am glad we were able to see her this past weekend – even for a short time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Frank.
Frank & Lodato Family
We offer our Deepest Sympathy to you. We feel fortunate to have known
Marion, a true Lady. May your memories bring smiles rather than tears.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. May God provide strength and guidance now and forever. RIP
Frank & Lodato Family – Our Deepest Sympathy to you. We feel fortunate
in knowing Marion, a Lady. May your memories bring smiles, rather than tears. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no
one can steal. May God provide strength and guidance now and forever.
Frank, we loved your Mom. She was a great lady. Remembering all the great summers visiting Hornell and BBQing at your house. Your Mom will be truely missed but not forgotten.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
The South Riding, VA Lodato’s….Debbie, Tony, Lindsay and Dominic
Frank, we have the most wonderful memories of your mom and dad. We looked forward to our visits when we came to Hornell during the summers when we visited our grandparents. The highlight of the trip was italian sausage in the back yard with peppers and onions. Both of your folks made us laugh and always were so kind to our mother especially your mom after our father passed. we are all linked in the Lodato chain to all of you and Hornell, NY. Love to all.
Norman, Ruthanne, Lucia, Gina& Christian, and Carmen.