To The Family: I am so very, very sorry to JUST learn of your loss, my Father just told me. The article in Mondays paper was beautiful. As I sit here typing this I'm crying for your loss. I will always remember how gentle and loving a person she was and the great pride she took in ALL her family. Being close in age to some of you, there were times I was jealous of the warmth and unconditional love she showed ALL her children. Through the many years that passed since we were neighbors, whenever I saw Nona she always had a smile that warmed me. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Sincerely, Mary

My Beautiful Mother,You know how much you are loved and missed.I know that those we love don't go away,they walk beside us everyday.Unseen,unheard but always near.My Beautiful Mother you will be cherished forever!I have you in my heart and think of you everyday and night...It takes time to grieve,to heal.I LOVE YOU MOMMA!! Your Daughter,Gina

Lisa & Family- Your Mother had such a beautiful smile! We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. Love, Joe, Jennie, and Hailey Haluska

To Mr. Ernie Pascucci and Family:Please know how sorry we were to hear of Mrs. Pascucci's passing. We send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin and Sue Guttormsen

Lisa and Gina,Sorry to hear about your mother passing. Sending to you my prayers and condolences.Love,Michelle and Alexandria

We are very sorry for your loss, she was a great mom and wife. We know she will be missed by family and friends, and especially by all the grandchildren.

To the pascucci family at this trying time to carry on.She was a great lady. May she have eternal rest in heaven.God bless you all.

My name is Mardell and I worked with Nona at the Open Pantry Store in the 80's. She was my trainer and my friend. She was a great lady and I remember she took no gruff from anyone! She often talked about her children with pride. I think of her often and I will always remember her.

My condolences go out to the family in their loss of Nona. The loss of a parent is always hard but with faith you will be able to find comfort. She is a star in heaven now shining down on you. I am sorry that I was unable to attend the Funeral. I am a second cousin to Nona. My parents were Louis and Agnes (nee Schwartz) Krahn.

Thank you for everything you have taught me, Thank you for always loving me, NO ONE could have had a better mom than you! My life will never be the same without you, but my memories of my childhood, you as my mother, make my life so fortunate! I am SO thankful that my children had you as their "Nana" When I think of you, I will always remember your smile (IT LIT UP A ROOM) You had laughter that was infectiounous! I will forever miss you - but I know I will see you again - I feel that there is a spae in my heart without you - but know that you are in a better place - no more pain! You rest now mom! I love youPeggy thankyou mom for being the best - the strongest - the loving mom you were!

Nana,Where do I begin. You were and always will be the BEST Nana anyone could ever ask for. Your smile could light up a room even when everyone else in there is sad or feeling down. Your presence alone was all anybody could ask for. I cherish the times I had with you with all my heart. There never seemed to be a dull moment with you and that I will miss incredibly. Your love and spirit will live on through your family and friends forever. I love you and miss you Nana and I know I will see you again one day. Love Keli

I am so very sorry for your loss. Growing up in the old neighborhood and hanging out over at your house, your mom was always so nice and sweet and caring. My heart goes out to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Aunt Nona, you were truley a wonderful woman and a great aunt. You always made me feel welcome and comfortable at you're and Uncle Ernie's home and I will always remember and charish our last visit we had together there.LOVE Bill Ernest (Beela), Mary, Jason, Robert and Joseph Born

Pascooch (Peggy) I love you so much, you mean so much to me. My prayers go out to your family. I am so sorry for your loss. If you need any anything I am here for you.

Nana, I love you so much. I have so many great memories of you,that I will never forget. I know you are in a better place now. I am truly blessed to have had grandma like you. You are the best. Always smiling and laughing. I love you so much. Everytime I hear "its not unusual" by Tom Jones. I Will always think of youMiss & love you Love Leeshy

My mother...She was a shing exampleOf strength and compasionOf honor and love.A cherished Mother,Grandmother and Great-Grandmotherand we'll love you throughout eternity.You were so strong and worked so hardTo take good care of us.And our children...they simply adored you!For you spoiled them with love and affectionYou treasured each one in such special ways.Love, your oldest, Susan

My first memory of Nona (and it must go back 28 years now) is sitting with her at the big round wooden table in the Pascucci kitchen at 5306 36th Avenue on a warm Sunday afternoon.It was a delight. She'd piled the table high with hamburger buns, tomatoes, lettuce, mustard, potato chips, and every kind of cold cuts known to humanity. And all around us was a happy, constantly changing swirl of kids and grandkids and great-grandkids and in-laws, along with their spouses and partners and boyfriends and girlfriends and neighbors. Nona and Ernie's kids dropped in with boxes of pastries and cartons of soft drinks. Squealing, happy grandkids were playing in the backyard and roaming around the house. And Nona, throughout it all, was chatting and joking and relaxing and laughing and enjoying every minute. *In the last few days, I keep thinking about two images of Ernie and Nona together. The first is actually a black-and-white photo from the 1940s of a young (maybe in their early 20s?), attractive couple in a classy restaurant, dressed to the nines. His arm is around her. Each is smiling. They're clearly very much in love. You can almost see on their faces that they're about to start their life with each other.The second image is just last year in their apartment when Ernie—this exceptionally strong man who has been his family's provider and caregiver—was serving Nona breakfast, shuttling to the pharmacy for her medications, and gently helping her stand up with her walker. After 60 years of crises and celebrations and surprises, the love between these two was as deep as it ever was.*Both of them together did a terrific job of raising their family. From when I first met Nona, it was clear to me that her job description in life was mom and grandma. Every mom has her own style. Nona was like the best union shop steward in the world: making sure everyone was happy and had what they needed, getting everyone to do their jobs right, mediating disputes, filing grievances, watching so that no one got into trouble or strayed off the reservation. Unlike the average shop steward, however, she gave lots and lots of hugs, and she made sure everyone was bundled up in cold weather.*Nona and Ernie's kids and grandkids are all very distinct personalities and, in several ways, quite different from each other. At the same time, they just as definitely have things in common. They are all open-hearted and affectionate. They are all candid and speak their minds. They all have an innate sweetness and a great sense of humor. And they all have that Wisconsin accent that, if you've been away from it for a while, welcomes you home and warms you. Clearly, Nona lives on through them.That suggests something pretty important about Nona. She lived her life surrounded by people whom she adored and loved, and who adored and loved her. I was lucky enough to be one of them. Now, may this wonderful woman, whose hugs and laughter and sandwiches I'll never forget, rest in peace.

Dearest Nana, You are the best grandma a girl could ever have. I love you so much. Everyday and every night I will think of you. You will be in my prayers forever. I will remember all of the wonderful times we spent together. I will miss your wonderful smile Nana!!! I love you. Love,Taylor

Dearest Miss P, Sending Angels!God be with you and yours always....Love Always... Michaela, Savana, and Isabella

Dear Jay and Family,My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Pascucci, I am so sorry for the loss of your lifelong companion of 60 years. May the 60 years of beautiful memories guide you and your family through this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy,Lynne Nichols

Gram- If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heavenAnd bring you home again...I miss you so dearly it really blows my mind, how a wonderful woman like you is now gone and we're left behind. I will always remember how loving and caring you were, you had not one bad bone in your body. The only thing left to do now is remember each moment as if it were yesterday. Remember every laugh, joke told and memory we spent together. You were a great grandmother that will hold a special place in my heart forever. I love & miss you Gram!! You will never be forgotten! Love your "cookie" & "honey girl"

To Jay and FamilyWe wish you strength and courage during this sad time.Make sure you allow yourself time to mourn your loss but to also smile with every cherished memory.Jay, Our hearts and love are with you and your family.Lori and Sharon

Dear Jay and Family,We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.Please know our thoughts are with you during this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.With much love,John & Logan

Dear Susan & Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I send you warmest regards and my sympathy. I hope that cherished memories will sustain you.

Dear Uncle Ernie and all our cousins: We are sorry we cannot be with you at this time of sorrow. We are with you in spirit and prayers. We miss you and send our love and sympathies. Aunt Nona will be at peace now and without pain. Brothers and sisters will be reunited in Heaven. Support each other and be strong in your love as a family. All our Love, Cherie, Gene, Leslie, Laurie and Jennifer.

Dear Susan and Family,My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. I know this must be a difficult time for all of you. Your mother is now at rest and in the loving hands of the Lord. Her suffering is over.Sincerely,Karen Ammendola

Alex's Prayer to NanaNana is home in heaven, dear ones;Oh so happy and so bright!There is perfect joy and beautyIn the everlasting light.All the pain and grief is over, Every restless tossing passed;She is now at peace forever,Safely home in Heaven at last.I love you Nana so much. I will miss you and think about you every day.Love,Alexandra Lueck (grandaughter)

To our beautiful, loving, kind and wonderful grandma! Your smile will never be forgotten....your kindness and love for us will help guide us through life. We will miss you and we will never forget you! We will love you always and you will be in our thoughts and our prayers forever.Love you always,Gianna (your birdie), Mike, Iljana, & Baby

Nana, You were a shining light for our family. You have so many people that love and care about you. You will never be forgotten. It is impossible to forget a woman who dedicated her life to her family. Every person that met you loved you because they couldnt help it. You are an amazing woman,wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. You are special in so many ways and your presence will live on through everyone whose lives you touched. I love you so much Nana!! I miss you so much!! you will live on through me i love you thank you for everything! Love Always, Ashley

Lisa, Christopher, Taylor, and Tori,Our hearts go out to you in your time of grieving. Having lost my mother just a short time ago, I feel your pain and know exactly what you are going through. Please know that she is in a better place and we will all be together again one day. I wish I would have had the chance to meet her. She sounds like a wonderful lady. We can only hope to be that brave when our time comes. Remember, we are right down the street to offer any help we can. Love you Lisa!!!Laurie, Michelle, and Nicole

Dear Ernie and Family,Please accept our prayers and sincerest condolences for your loss of Nona. She was a wonderful woman and always so happy and fun to be around.We are in living in Ft. Myers, Florida part of the year, so we will not be able to attend the funeral, but we are sending our prayers and love. I'm sure this is difficult for all of your but try to remember the happy times. She loved her family and was loved by all.May she rest in peace.Gerry & Gary Lipor

There's a magic in a mother's touchSunshine in her smileThere's love in everything she doesTo make our lives worthwhileWe can find both hope and courageJust by looking in her eyesHer laughter is a source of joyHer words are warm and wiseThere is kindness and compassionTo be found in her embraceWe see the light of HeavenShining from your faceThank you Mom for all you didTo make us who we areYou are the one who loved us mostThe one who held us nearYou will never be far awayIn our hearts you'll alway beSomeday we will meet againIt's your smile that we will seeWe love you, Mom.With love, always --Susan, Jeff, Peggy, Jay, Gina, Lisa, your grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, and Ernie, her devoted husband of 60 years

Pascucci Family,Lisa and the Entire Pascucci family. We are so sorry for you loss of your mother, wife, grandmother,and friend. My God give you all the strength and courage to go on with each day. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you always. Franco, Betty ,and Mariano Tenuta

THANK YOU MOM!If there is a happiness in our heartsIt's because you put it thereIf there's a gentleness in our soulIt's because you showed us how to careIf there is understanding in our thinkingIt's because you shared your wisdomIf there's a rainbow over our shouldersIt's because of your outlook and visionIf there is knowledge that we can reach out toAnd make dreams come trueIt's because we learned From the best teacher of allWe learned it from you!Thank you Mom!

Dear Ernie and Family, I have many fond memories of Nona - especially her infectious laugh. Please know that she will be missed by many. Give yourself as much time as you need to grieve her passing and may you take comfort in knowing that God promises to replace your tears with laughter and your sorrow with joy. With my sincerest sympathy, Kris

Gina,My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family during this very difficult time may you let memories of all the wonderful times you shared comfort you. We all love and miss you all and will keep you in our prayers.

To the Pascucci Family,My deepest sympathy.I had the privledge of having Nona as a neighbor years ago and remember her always sitting outside. She was so nice. May god be with all of you at this time. My prayers are with you.