Aurelia (Ruzzini) Da Pra
Born: Thu Jul 20, 1922
Died: Thu Mar 22, 2012
Visitation
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Sun Mar 25, 2012
Location: Our Funeral Home
Funeral Mass
9:30 AM Mon Mar 26, 2012
Location: Our Lady of Lourdes
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Da Pra, Aurelia, 89 of Boca Raton passed away on March 22, 2012 at home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Aurelia was born on July 20, 1922 in Venice, Italy to August and Maria Ruzzini. At the age of 5 she came to the United States and settled in East Chicago, Indiana. In 1942, she married Lebro Da Pra and had 49 wonderful years as his wife. Aurelia is preceded in death by her daughter Donna in 1952 and her husband Lebro in 1992. She is survived by their 3 children: Gloria Pierson, Denise (Ken) Johnson, and Lee (Joni) Da Pra, all of Boca Raton: 5 grandchildren (Michelle, Tom, John Logan, Chase and Amber) and 1 great grandchild (David). Aurelia loved and helped everyone. She was known as mom, grandma, ama, etiwile, doll and Mrs. D. and leaves behind a great legacy of service including her 20 years as a Debbie Rand volunteer for Boca Raton Regional Hospital.
A celebration of her life will be held at Glick Funeral Home in Boca Raton on Sunday, March 25th from 4- 8 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on Monday, March 26th at 9:30 am.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to either Hospice by the Sea, 1531 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, 33486 or St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org.
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Paula Watt
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Posted Fri March 23, 2012
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Denise, Gloria and Lee,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today.
Respectfully,
Paula
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Jessica Rosello-Brown
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Posted Fri March 23, 2012
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So sorry for your loss. What an amazing woman. My thoughts and prayers to the DaPra family. Xoxo
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Marnie Barrett
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Posted Fri March 23, 2012
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Gloria and Family,
Your mom was such a vital, wonderful person. She had the biggest smile! And, I might add, she had beautiful teeth. I wish mine were as nice!! (Sorry....a bit of dental humor...or dental envy here...)
I am saddened because I know that this is such a big loss for all of you. She left us all too soon and all too quickly.
No matter how much we've prepared ourselves, we're never really prepared for the loss of a mother. A mother is a big deal. But you know, she's really still with us in many ways. She remains so much alive inside your hearts and minds.... and will stay there for many years... and ever so gently, will awaken you with wonderful memories from time to time.
She is now no longer suffering and is happily with the angels. She's probably looking down on all of you and throwing love and affection your way. I can see her beautiful smile!
She will be missed!
Love to you all,
Marnie
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Michelle Wittenberger
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Posted Sat March 24, 2012
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Grandma, You were such an instrumental part of our family fabric and our lives. Thank you for all you have taught me. I love you so very very much.
Michelle
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Cookie Kukelia Raynor
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Posted Sat March 24, 2012
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My Thoughts ,And Prayers Goes Out To A Loving And Wonderful Family.That Excepted Me Into There Mothers Life,The Time I Spent With Her Will Never Be Forgotten.They We All Always Remain In My Heart Forever And Ever,I Just Know That She's In A Much Better Place,And She Already Have Her Wings,And Looking Down On Us Each And Everyday With Her Smile..I Love All Of Ya'll,And I Just Want To Say Thank You....
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Marta Batmasian
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Posted Sat March 24, 2012
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Dear Gloria,
We are saddened with the loss of your mom, who, obviously, was a great lady and caring individual.
Our Almighty God gave her a long life to see her children, grandchildren and even a greatgrand child.
May you find comfort with the memories you shared with her and celebrate her life.
Our love and prayers are with you at these difficult time and know that we share your loss and are here for you.
With our love and prayers,
Marta Batmasian
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Gerry Lewis
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Posted Sat March 24, 2012
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Dear Gloria and Family,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.
I hope that you will find strength and comfort in the memories of the good times you shared with her.
God bless you and your family.
Gerry Lewis
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Maria Clara Tedesco
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Posted Sun March 25, 2012
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In the moment no words will help to ease the pain. So will you please accept my most heartfelt condolences for your great loss. I will remember Aurelia as a kind and caring lady. She is at peace now. M Clara Tedesco
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The Rumrill Family
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Posted Sun March 25, 2012
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Dear Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mrs. DePra was such a wonderful lady and touched our lives in many ways. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten by our family.
Joli, Tory, Tyler & Hannah
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Paul and Debbie Fotia family
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Posted Sun March 25, 2012
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We are so sorry for your loss. I had not had the pleasure of meeting Aurelia. She & your family will be in our prayers. Aurelia was my mother -in-law''s cousin, Anita DaPra Fotia who was raised in East Chicago, In Paul & I and our 5 children are from Schererville, IN. We wish you all the best.
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Lynda Jagadich
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Posted Mon March 26, 2012
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I was so looking forward to a visit from Etyo this May. My heart and mind are filled with many wonderful memories of your mom, my very own Etyo.
The Lord certainly had His grand plan all along....allowing your mom to lead the way so that her sister could follow. We all know that Aurelia was always the strong one in life, and Dora needed her help climbing up that ladder to be reunited with Nona, Nonno, Donna Lee, Lebro, and Dad.
I will surely miss my aunt....as she has been the voice of reason and compassion in my life for all of my 62 years. You don't know how jealous I always was that Dora wasn't more like Aurelia!
Rest well Etyo, you've more than earned your heavenly reward.
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Dario DaPra
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Posted Mon March 26, 2012
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Lee, Gloria and Denise -
Linda and I will remember Aurelia as a vibrant, beautiful person full of energy, always smiling and forever happy. We had the pleasure of visiting with her on several occasions on our trips to Florida and sharing lunches and dinners with her.
We miss her greatly.
Linda and Dario (Dan) DaPra
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Rhonda Craig
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Posted Tue March 27, 2012
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Dearest Gloria, Lee and Dinny -all of my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of the most wonderful Mother in the world, dear dear Aurelia. The strength and courage the three of you have shown for her care in the last few weeks is nothing short of miraculous, and I am so impressed by all three of you - you truly mirror the love and resolve that she taught so many. May all the wonderful memories provide all of her beloved family members with comfort and joy. She will always be remembered with love. Always. God Bless you, Aurelia, and thank you, thank you, thank you for your love.
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Submitted by Joni DaPra on Sun March 25, 2012
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