"Maria was my second mom. I have so many wonderful childhood memories of her and the family. She was such a strong, caring, loving person who will never be forgotten. Love and prayers for the family and my friends. Rip "
In loving memory of
Maria L. Cicalese
January 22, 1932 - April 30, 2021
Maria L. Cicalese (nee Curci) on April 30, 2021 of Blackwood. Age 89.
Beloved wife of the late Reynold P. Sr. Devoted mother of Reynold P. (Anne), Michael (Connie) and Trish Pelaschier (Bill). Loving Grandmother of Jim Milano (Elizabeth), Reynold Cicalese III (Cassandra), Christopher Cicalese (Amy), Nicole Pelaschier and Lexi Pelaschier (Nick). Great Grandmother of Reynold IV, Greyson, and Alessandra. Dear sister of Michael Curci (Phyllis), Harriet Sponyoe and the late Ben. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Maria was secretary for years at St Jude's Church in Blackwood.
Funeral service private at the request of the family.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Maria's name to American Heart Association 1 Union Street, Suite 301 Robbinsville, NJ 08691.
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"Maria u r the sweetest person. U will be missed and loved. Sending prayers to harriet, patti, and the family. Rip "
"My heartfelt sympathy! I always loved being around Aunt Marie from the very first day I met her! She will be deeply missed. Aunt Marie, rest in peace in the great heavens above with all whom are loved as much as you. ??"
"My heartfelt sympathy! I always loved being around Aunt Marie from the very first day I met her. She will be missed beyond words. Rest in peace Aunt Marie with all the others in the great heavens above whom are truly love as you are! ??. Chris Arroliga "
"I was Mrs. Cicalese's maillady , and also the mail person at St. Jude's for many years. I enjoyed chatting with her often. So sorry to hear of her passing. Much sympathy to the entire family. "