BORN

1929

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes

824 Scarsdale Ave

Scarsdale, New York

Elaine Sicilian Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 7, 2017.

Elaine A. Sicilian of Riverside CT formerly of Hartsdale NY peacefully passed away Sunday August 6, 2017 at 88 years of age. Elaine was born July 12, 1929 in the Bronx to the late James and Agnes (Gilmore) Spata.
Graduating as Valedictorian at Villa Maria Academy, Elaine was a lifelong learner. She married her husband Joe on April 1, 1951. In 1957 they moved to Hartsdale to raise their family. As she raised her family she opened her home to a total of 13 foster babies, most of whom were born drug addicted. She was an active parishioner at Sacred Heart Church, Hartsdale, serving in a variety of service roles including Eucharistic Minister, Secretary to the Director of Religious Education, CCD Special Needs teacher and Lay Associate to the Franciscan Sisters of Peace. While living at Hill House in Riverside CT, she served as Vice President of the Hill House Association and discovered her passion and talent for painting. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by her children Joe Jr. (Elsa), Patricia (Louis) Alexander, Marianne (Ro) Oteri, Steven (Sharon), Lenore Powers, 11 Grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Patricia McQuade and James (Jill) Spata and sister in laws Marie Traetta and May Sicilian along with many nieces and nephews. Elaine was predeceased by her husband Joe in 2006.
Family and friends may visit Wednesday from 3-8PM at the Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday August 10, 2017 at 10:00AM at Sacred Heart Church, Hartsdale. A cremation will follow with future Inurnment at Ferncliff Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Franciscan Sisters of Peace 20 Ridge Street, Haverstraw, NY 10927.


Arrangements under the direction of Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes, Scarsdale, NY.

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August 9, 2017

Joan A.

Elaine was a wonderful woman and friend. I will miss her every day in my life. Her goodness has passed on to her children.

August 9, 2017

To the Sicilian Family;
Your mom was such a valiant women. Although we were neighbors for a short three years, I will never forget her; she was one of the kindest, most thoughtful people I have ever known. I will miss her but will never forget her. I am sorry to have to miss
her services as I will be out of town f or the week,

Love and Blessings on each of you.

Marsha Whelan
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August 8, 2017

Kate Ascher

To all the Sicilian children,
Your mom will be missed. She was always so kind and happy and smiling. She touched many lives and made everyone feel good.
XOXO

August 8, 2017

An angel on Earth and now an angel in heaven. Love and prayers to the family knowing she is safe in heaven.

August 8, 2017

Luis Hernandez

Dear Joey:

So sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. A life well lived, full of loving care to all those in need. Indeed and Angel in our midst and one who will be missed by those lives she touched. My prayers go out to you and your entire family. God Bless, The Hernandez Family

August 7, 2017

Victor Gomez

Elaine my American Mom RIP now you fly to Joe arms you and Joe take me as a one more of your kids and all the Sicilians consider me as a part of the Family thanks for all that you did for me I love you
Víctor Gómez

August 7, 2017

Mike Cummaro

So Sorry to hear about Mrs. Sicilians passing. She was a wonderful woman, always had a wonderful smile on her face and always had nice things to say about everyone. No matter what time we rolled in she would always get up and cook something delicious for us. She will be missed by all!

August 7, 2017

Losing a loved one is painful but please take comfort in God's words found at found at Psalm 145:18,19

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Edwin L. Bennett Funeral Homes

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Mass of Christian Burial

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