"My Dearest Cousin Giovanni, Enza, and Michael, and family,
Brian and I were just sitting here talking about you and Cira wondering how you both were doing. I especially thought of Cira this year on her birthday March 2nd and remembeted all the special times we shared together at your restaurant; it was for a good time like a second home when we would stay late and talk, and Cira would give me Italian lessons. We are devastated and sadden. I thank Our Dear Lord for our time with you all, We will keep your pictures we shared when family came close in love and memory, and we keep Cira on our prayers now and always. With much love, Toni & Brian"
In loving memory of
Cira Lo Cascio
Cira Lo Cascio, 67, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on December 25, 2016. Cira was the owner of Lo Cascio's Italian Restaurant and was also known as the hostess with the big glasses.
She is survived by her husband of 44 years Giovanni Lo Cascio, her daughter Enza Lo Cascio, son Michael Lo Cascio and her two grandchildren Natalie and Giovanni Lo Cascio. Cira's pride and joy were her family.
A viewing will be held on Thursday from 5-8 at Hansen's 6500 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale AZ 85254. A mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament, 13000 N. 64th Street Scottsdale AZ 85254 on Friday at 11:30 followed by a reception at the Lo Cascio home.
Tributes
"Giovanni, Enza, & Michael, I was so sad to hear about Cira. I am the one who always ordered your veal picatta & sat in the front by myself. Cira had hired my son Joseph Ghirardi as a waiter about 30 years ago. Cira and I would chat about Italy, our kids, our health, and the world while she put the utensils in the napkins, only stopping to greet customers or make the espresso. She was liked and admired by everyone. I am so sorry for your loss. Giovanni, you are in my prayers."
"Most sincere condolences to the Lo Cascio family in the passing of your beloved Cira. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and our hope that your precious memories will be a comfort and strength for you at this time. Maureen Bliler and family"
"Wishing you peace of heart and the knowledge that cherished memories will keep Cira with us always. Much love to you, our dear cousins. Rose and Dirk Smith"
"Dear LoCascio Family : I was stunned to see that Cira passed away. Please know that my thoughts, prayers & condolences are extended to all of you! Doc & I always enjoyed being in your restaurant & the interaction that we had with you as patients & friends. Please stay strong & cherish all your precious memories! Love to all of you. Shauna Chavez"
"Our family enjoyed many a celebration at your restaurant. Cira gave us some good advice when we were going go to Italy. We are truly saddened by her passing."
"To the LoCascio family, My deepest condolences to the family during this time of sadness. Please know that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. With sincere sympathy, Rhonda Pulzato-Featherston (your former 6th grade teacher @ Tonalea)"
"Giovanni, Enza, and MIchael It is with deep sadness that we have heard of Cira's passing. We remember the many special occasions that we celebrated with your family at the restaurant. Those are truly treasured memories. Cira was always so kind an gracious with her warm smile as she welcomed us into your lives. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. With sincere sympathy, Sal, Laura , Angela and Andrew Realmonte"
"I am truly very saddened to hear of Cira's passing. I worked for the LoCascio's 1999 to 2001 and have very fond memories of Cira as well as her entire family. You're all in our prayers."
"Giovanni, We are deeply saddened by the news of Cira passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Frank and Joanna Insolia"