Aurelia Marie Ricci's Obituary
Aurelia Ricci passed away peacefully and with her family at her bedside on August 18, 2008. She was 86 years old. She joins her sister and brother-in-law in eternal peace with the Lord. Relly was born February 16, 1922 in Trieste, Italy. Raised in Yugoslavia as a teenager she worked as a seamstress for the American Red Cross during World War II. Arriving in the United States she settled in Lakewood, WA where she continued to work as a seamstress for the next 15 years. Her love of Italian cooking and gardening gave much joy to family and friends. She will be greatly missed, fondly remembered, and always loved. -Å"Mochena Molly Auntie- She is survived by nephew Steven and niece Susan. The family is deeply grateful to Lakewood Health Care Center for the care and compassion she received during several years of difficult times. Also a special thanks to Tina and Tom at Multicare Hospice. Viewing will be Friday, August 22nd, 2008 from 10:00 AM till 9:00 PM at Mountain View Funeral Home, 4100 Steilacoom Blvd. SW, Lakewood. Graveside services will be Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 at 11:30 A.M. at Mountain View Memorial Park followed by a life celebration at Relly's home, 9010 Waverly Dr. S.W., Lakewood.
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