Mary Buscemi Obituary

Mom three years ago today January 24th, 2011….
God looked around His garden and found an empty place. He then looked down on earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful because he only takes the best. He knew that you were suffering and you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. God saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb. So he closed your weary eyelids and whispered “Peace be thine.”
It broke my heart to lose you, but you did not go alone. Because part of me went with you the day God called you home.

Mom I miss you more with each passing day. You, Daddy and Sandy are now all together and one day we shall all be reunited. Until that time Mom watch over me and guide me as you did when you were here with me. I hope when you look down on me you are happy and proud of me. I have tried to live by the standards and values you and Dad instilled in me.

Mom know that I will honor your memory and love you all the days of my life. REST IN PEACE WITH GOD…
Until we meet again I love you Mom you were the BEST. xoxoxoxoxo

Auntie,
Just wanted to let you know I think of you often. Also that the Salerno curse of everyone not talking to each other is OVER. Jo Jo, my sister and I will always be together with NO Drama. Frannie and I will keep an eye on Jo Jo and help her thru life. We will always be here for her. Miss you a Bunch, Phyllis

Merry Christmas 2013 Mom...
Another Christmas without you...
Its cold her today and it snowed a little last night, my knees are bothering me so I will not make it to the cemetery today...
I went with our neighbors to church and they ny Tona's brother house for Christmas eve...
Today I will be with Mary McAdam and her brothers and sisters. Then I hope to go see Maryann Smith...
I know you are have a wonderful Christmas in heaven with Dad, Sandy, Grandma, Grandpa and all my Aunts and Uncles...One day we will have the hoildays together just like the old day...
Mom I miss you and Daddy very much and Sandy too...
I wish all my angels in heaven a very Merry Christmas and Im holding onto all the good times we had as a family...
I love you and miss you everyday of my life...until we meet again....
I love you tons Mom..
Love, Jo Jo
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Hi Mom
Another Thanksgiving has come and gone without you. This is one of the hardest times of the year for me cause you are not with me. But you and Daddy and Sandy are together now and I am down here all alone....I miss you voice, face, smile and laugh. Please continue to watch over me and guide me as you have my whole life....I miss my family and some day we will all be reunited again...
I love you forever and always...
Love, Jo Jo

Soon it will be your Birthday. Can't believe how quickly the time passes since we last were together. Think of you so very often and miss you so. I found so much info about the Salerno family and would love to have shared it with you. Know you are watching over your girls. Luv. Phyllis

Mom I love you and miss you more each passing day. Two years ago January 24, 2011 you entered into eternal life. How I wish I could see you and talk to you again.
We were not just Mom and daughter we were best friends.
You were the rock of our family and you gave so much love to everyone you knew.
Mom you are missed by so many its a testimonial to the kind of woman you were.
I will always love you and honor your memory all the days of my life.
Love you Mom xoxoxo

MARY A. BUSCEMI
AUGUST 17, 1912 – JANUARY 24, 2011
God looked around his garden
And found an empty space
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest
God's garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best
He knew that you were suffering
He knew that you were in pain
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb
So he closed your weary eyelids
And whispered “Peace be thine”
It broke my heart to lose you
But you did not go alone
For part of me went with you
The day God called you home

I love you and miss you so very much.
RIP Mom until we are reunited again.
Love Jo

Hi Mom

Haven't written in a while but I talk to you every night before I go to bed.
Juast wanted to tell you again that I spent holidays with Carol B and the kids just like old times it was great.
I have another important date I need you and Dad to watch over me and is January 8, 2013 I need extra special watching over.
My eyes are open and Im starting the new year odd like that...no more being taken advantage of.
I miss you and Dad so much you have no idea. I wish I could be wish you cause it is very lonely without you both. But I know its not time for me yet. I hope you and Daddy are resting well.
I love you and Daddy forever and always...
Love, Jo Jo

I can't believe it will shortly be two years since
you went to heaven. I think of you so often and miss talking with you on the phone. Also miss my Historian while I work on the Salerno family history. You always came thru for me with so many memories. Miss you and Love you Always. Your Oldest Niece, HaHa, Phyllis

Hi Mom

Haven't written here in a while but today is a special day. For today is your 99th birthday, This is the first birthday that you and I are apart.
My life is not the same without you, You were and still are my everything. You are the only one that truely understood me and loved me unconditionally.
I wish I can climb a ladder today and be with you in heaven on your birthday but I can't, so I will go to church and then the cemetery to spend some time with you.
Remember Mom I will always love you and honor you all the days of my life.

I miss you like crazy...

Kiss Daddy for me.

Love always your baby girl
Jo Jo'xoxoxoxo

Dear Mom

Happy Mother's day. It is your first Mother's day in heaven. I hope you enjoy your day with everyone in heaven.

Mom I miss you more and more as each day passes. I am very loney and very sad that I lost my best pal.

I wish I would see you face and hear your voice.

Mom watch over me and help me deal with lossing you.

I love you Mom and will honor you all the days of my life. Kiss Dad for me.

I will come to talk to you today at the cemetery..

Rest well with God.

I love you Mom

Hi Mom

Its 3 months today that you are gone and tomorrow you will be having Easter with Dad and everyone in heaven.

It is very lonely for me now that you are gone. We did everything together and things we did are just not the same without you.

Things have happened in the house and I need you to watch over me while these things get repaired.

You know where I will be tomorrow for Easter but my heart is not in it.

I hope you will come to me in my dreams and be happy with how I have carried on your legacy.

I love you forever and always and you are always in my heart each and every day.

Give Dad a kiss for me and tell him I love him.

Happy Easter Mom and Dad.

Rest well Mom.

Love you, Jo Jo
xoxoxoxo

Hi Mom

Two months today you left and went to be with Dad in heaven. I know you are reunited with Daddy and all your sisters, parents and friends. You are now having a better life free of pain and suffering, me on the other hand wishes so much you were still with me. My heart is very empty and it is way to quiet in our house. I hope you will come to my in my dreams and be happy with how I have carried on your legacy.

I love you forever and always and you are always in my heart each and every day.

Give Dad a kiss for me and tell him I love him.

Rest well Mom.

Love you, Jo Jo
xoxoxoxo

Hi Mom

Happy Valentine's day to you and Daddy....

I love you both.
Jo Jo xoxoxoxo

It has been difficult to realize that my Aunt Mary is no longer with us. She is the last of the Salerno siblings. In the past, if I had questions about all things Claremont/Taylor Street, she was my go to person. I have many memories of the time my family lived on Claremont. She and Auntie Florence use to hide me in their bed when my Mom was looking to put me to bed. On Saturdays, when my Mom went shopping with Grandma, she and Auntie Florence would dance with me instead of cleaning house. I was so happy to stand up as a flower girl for her wedding to Uncle Joe. She even took me to the beauty shop to have what little hair I had done for the wedding.
Yes, she made me feel like a little Princess.

When she and Uncle Joe had to move out of state, I cried and didn't want them to go. While they were out of state, they sent me a plaid pinafore for my Birthday. Even though is was too cold to wear, I made such a fuss to wear it immediately. I loved that pinafore and when I outgrew it, I was so sad.

When Uncle Joe was in the service, she and Uncle Joe sent me one of his hats and somehow, I got a uniform and had a professional photo taken.

For a brief time, Uncle Joe, Auntie Mary and Sandy lived with us in Cicero. It was such a fun time. I played with Sandy and had fun dressing up her and my brother Max.
When Auntie Mary went shopping she always stopped at the Cicero School to walk me home.

Yes, so many memories, fond, fond memories. She always made me feel like a Princess. My Aunt Mary will always be with me, as I will keep her in my heart forever

Love, Phyllis

Dear Mom
It is one week today that you left me and I know you are in a better place and at peace but it is so lonely and quiet here. My heart has a huge whole and it hurts so bad that I do not know what I am going to do.
You were my whole world and now you are gone.
Remember I told you no matter where you are I will always love you and honor you all the days of my life.
I love you Mom and I wait to see you in my dreams. You and Daddy watch over me and send me a sign that you both see me.
I love you both, Jo Jo xoxoxoxoxo

I am going to miss my Aunt & Godmother very much. She was the last of our immediate Salerno side of the family. But now she is with all her loved ones that went before. She was always "tiny, but mighty". When I would ask her how she was, she would always say "If it wasn't for these damn legs I'd be fine." I have so many memories of her growing up. She will be in my heart forever.

Our prayers are with you at this time of your loss. Anna Mann

Dear Jo Jo,

We learned this evening of the passing of your beloved Mother, Mary. We know how inseparable you and Mom were, and that you both shared an amazing love and endless devotion. There are no words that could beguile you and end the sense of loss your entire family must feel.

Our family will pray for the repose of Mary's soul, blessed with the heavenly rewards she now shares with those whom she so loved and lost, years ago.

We will also pray that the Lord gives your entire family the strength to bear this profound loss, that He will renew your Faith in His promise, and that you are assured of Mom's resurrection and delivery into Heaven.

You are a wonderful person, with a lovely and graceful Family and we love you very much.

Dear Jo, Please know that you and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. It's not easy to lose your parents but you will see them again...that's The Lord's promise to us. I loved the stories about all the fun times you had with your Mom...especially trips to the beauty shop to get ready for the trips to "the boat"! She was a fun lady to be around...just like you! Sincerely, Mary Anne (Allstate)

Dear Jo Jo, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom will always be with you and will be watching over you like the angel she is. My prayers are with you and your extended family.

Love,
Janice

Fran, Rocky, Matthew and Amy

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your Aunt Mary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the Buscemi family. May your memories bring you comfort.

Love,

Mark, Linda, Jamie, David, and Madison Stroz and Paul Simmons

Dearest Mom

Mom you and I have gotten to be not only mother and daughter but girlfriends and best pals. I have to say the last three years since I have been retired and been home we have enjoyed ourselves to the fullest.

Mom I know you are in a better place and you are no longer suffering. I believe you are walking without your walker and your knees are free from pain. I can even picture everyone coming up to you and hugging and kissing you and Daddy has the pasta cooking.

I do not know what I am going to do without you here on earth my life is empty and very lonely as we did so much together.

Mom you have brightened up the hearts and lives of so many people and all our lives are better for we had you to thank.

Mom will be my special angle in heaven and I can just picture you and Dad sitting up in heaven looking down on me and saying “Look what that kid is doing now” I only hope that when you and Dad watch over me that you are happy and proud of what you are seeing for I have learned from the best and that is you Mom and Dad.

I will love you and honor you forever and you will always be in my heart, mind and soul.

Until we meet again Mom I love you forever and always.

Jo Jo
xoxoxoxoxoxo

Dearest Mom

Well they spelled our last name incorrectly once again...

Mom you and I have gotten to be not only mother and daughter but girlfriends and best pals. I have to say the last three years since I have been retired and been home we have enjoyed ourselves to the fullest.

Mom I know you are in a better place and you are no longer suffering. I believe you are walking without your walker and your knees are free from pain. I can even picture everyone coming up to you and hugging and kissing you and Daddy has the pasta cooking.

I do not know what I am going to do without you here on earth my life is empty and very lonely as we did so much together.

Mom you have brightened up the hearts and lives of so many people and all our lives are better for we had you to thank.

Mom will be my special angle in heaven and I can just picture you and Dad sitting up in heaven looking down on me and saying “Look what that kid is doing now” I only hope that when you and Dad watch over me that you are happy and proud of what you are seeing for I have learned from the best and that is you Mom and Dad.

I will love you and honor you forever and you will always be in my heart, mind and soul.

Until we meet again Mom I love you forever and always."
Jo Jo
xoxoxoxo

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.