"To the beautiful family of Eda...Eda was my first cousin, my mother's brother's daughter. I used to meet her every Sunday morning at St.Teresa's for the 9am mass, until she couldn't go anymore. I talked to her maybe a few months before she passed. I just found out from my Cousin Ginger, I am so sorry for your loss. Eda was the sweetest, kindest person and I loved her. May God Bless you all! Cousin Gina Simon"
In loving memory of
Edith J. Massanova
April 6, 1925 - September 24, 2022
Edith J. Massanova (nee Cicalese), on September 24, 2022, of Glendora, formerly of Philadelphia. Age 97. Beloved and caring wife of the late John J. Massanova. Devoted mother to five sons, John (Ruth Ann), Louis (Sandy), Joseph (Jackie), Ralph (Doreen), and the late Peter. Loving Grandmom to 9 grandchildren, John Massanova Jr. (Kristen), Rita Massanova, Nicholas Massanova (Laura), Daniel Massanova, Kathryn Lennox (Tom), Rebecca Michielli (Joe), Caroline Haubrich (John), Taylor Chandless, and Mary Ann Massanova. Cherished great-grandmom of Goiovanni, Nicholas, Lenora, John III, Angelina, Jacob, Jonathan, Jude, Thomas, Olivia, Evelyn, Joseph, and Parker. Edith was one of 11 children and is survived by her brother Peter Cicalese (Joanne) and her sister Janet Frisone. She is loved by many nieces and nephews.
Edith was a loving mother to her family along with many others, she fed everyone that entered her doorway and she was a trusted soul that everyone depended upon. She was loved by all and will be missed forever.
There will be a viewing on Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9pm and Wednesday morning 9:15am to 10:15am. Funeral Mass 11am at Holy Child Parish, St. Teresa RC Church, Runnemede.
Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, Chews Landing. Family and friends may share memories at www.gardnerfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Even when you know it is inevitable there are those who you think will just live forever .. like Edith (Mom Massanova). Always a smile - always wanting to feed you - always worried that her family is OK. The beautiful picture of her on this page shows all the love and warmth she gave. I will miss our phone conversations. But her essence will live on forever in every heart she touched! My love to all of the family."
"Our prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Love Helen & Jr Scarpa"
"John and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a great woman and was very generous to all. I can still remember when she drove through the wall at Deluxe Bakery and was only concerned about getting her frozen food home. She didn't care about her physical condition or John's car, but the condition of her frozen food. I still laugh about it every time I drive past Deluxe. She is now in peace and is in no pain."
"To All of my Massanova Cousins, Your mother/grandmother was incredibly special to me and I will miss her more than words can say. Know that you are all in my thoughts and take comfort in the fact that she knew how much you all love her. With All Our Love, Diane & Dave"