Birth date: Jun 22, 1927 Death date: Nov 1, 2015
Madeline G. Morella, 88, of Tucson, died November 1, 2015. She was born in Buffalo, New York and lived in Tucson the past 17 years. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Joseph R. Morella, Sr. Devoted mother of Joseph (Kathleen Read Obituary
My dearest momma: Your funeral was held on February 12th, 2016. It was everything you would have wanted it to be, and for me as well. Such a touching and beautiful tribute to the woman I called momma & loved unconditionally. I have found some closure now that the services are over, however seeing your grave marker was really the ultimate of you being gone. I miss you momma, nothing can replace our bond or the love I still have for you, and always will. I know you are with Daddy, and I pray you have been reunited with your beautiful mother, Caroline, your loving sister, Grace, and all those who passed before you. I cried for you last night, or was it more for me? Even though I know you are in Heaven, I still hurt inside at your loss. So much of you is in me. I have so many of your wonderful traits and your bubbly personality. So many people have told me how much we look alike. I carry a bit of your ashes in a beautiful heart shaped pendant around my neck, and so does Karen. This, makes me feel like you are with me always; it never comes off (except when I shower). Jamie bought us these as special gifts. She to misses her favorite Auntie, and clings to the memories of all of us together. I visited your's and Daddy's graves last week, and talked to you both through the grace of our Lord. I know that we will be re-united again in the kingdom of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I love you momma. Your baby girl, Donna
The family of Madeline G. Morella would like to notify all friends of Madeline's that her funeral will be held on Friday, February 12th at 11:00 am. All those wishing to attend, please notify Donna M. Dougherty (520-544-0970) asap, as I will need a final count for seating. Her funeral, a full catholic mass will be presided by Father James Holbert, Paster, Sacred Heart Parish. Music/arrangements performed by Charles Lohr/singer & guitarist. Mary Ann Ruane/pianist, and Brian Smolinski (grandson),on clarinet. Final Tribute given by Donna M. Dougherty.
The service will be held in the North Chapel of Holy Hope Cemetery, immediately followed by graveside services. Those wishing to attend the luncheon scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at Golden Corral .... please notify me by February 5th.
Thank you for all your condolences and prayers.
In Honor of our beloved momma: Rest Peacefully....Donna, Karen, & Joseph Morella
Momma...Not a day will ever go by that I miss you and all your cute ways. My heart is still saddened by your loss; not really thinking I will ever get over it. Does not happen like that. We spent so many years together having fun that I am "lost" without you. Even when I couldn't take you bye-bye anymore, I still played with you and your dollies, and tried desperately to make your quality of life the best it could be. They say there are stages you go through when you lose a loved one. Well it has been 17 years since Daddy passed, and I still am NOT over it. My time in Arizona with Daddy was so short; however with you, we were always together laughing and telling jokes. Oh, my dearest sweet momma, when will my tears stop? I love you....baby Donna
Dear Momma: I miss you so very much. I think of you everyday & every night. I know you are at peace. I am doing my best to arrange your final services, which I can guarantee will be what you wanted, & will be beautiful. Your final service will be on March 18th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Hope Cemetery in the outdoor chapel as you wanted, along with a full mass, eulogy, blessings & readings from the gospel. Your children will be there, as well as your grandchildren. You will be laid to rest along side your beloved husband, and our father, Joseph. A blessing will also be given at the gravesite. Momma, I can only pray that you understand why I had to wait so long. With the holiday's approaching, it was just to difficult and expensive for everyone to get here. Then there was the problem of severe weather issues in January & February. Therefore, it was best to wait. In the meantime, you are peacefully at home with Bill & me (your beloved baby girl). I just want everything to be perfect as Brian (your big guy grandson) will be playing the Ava Maria on the clarinet, accompanied by a piano. Marc, your grandson, will be saying your eulogy which we will all participate in writing. Brian will also play Amazing Grace on the clarinet at your gravesite. You will be so proud momma & will continue to live in our hearts forever. I know that I will see you again through the power & the holy spirit of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Until I write again my sweet momma, I pray you can see me, & know how much I loved you and miss you. Your baby daughter, Donna
I love you momma & miss you so much. Thanksgiving, 2014.
