Thursday, September 5, 2024
A Salute to a Loving Sister
Maria was many different things to many different people. Wife, mother, aunt, cousin, friend, volunteer, business manager, teacher and my loving sister.
She was a once in a lifetime special gift to us all!
Maria and I were 11 years apart and she was always a great sister. When I was only five, our mother took ill for an extended period. I will always remember how my sister stepped in, with my grandmother, to take care of me while my mother couldn’t. She was always there for me.
Although she moved to New Jersey long ago, we stayed close with frequent calls. There was never a harsh word between us. Not once in my seventy-one years do I remember a disagreement that caused an issue between us. We could talk about anything. We always respected one another’s opinions, feelings and views, even if we were on opposite sides of the spectrum.
My sister and I had a very special relationship, and as we got older, we grew even closer. We had a deep love and respect for one another. She was always a source of joy, comfort, compassion and encouragement, even in the most difficult of times.
Although she has now passed on, she will live forever in my heart and mind!
Farewell Maria! Or as our dad would say, “Until we meet again!”
Your loving brother,
Mario
