Aurelia

Di Giulio

In Loving Memory of Aurelia Di Giulio

Aurelia Di Giulio, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, at the age of 92.

She was born on June, 16, 1934 in Messina, Sicily, and spent her childhood in the beautiful town of Capo d’Orlando. She grew up during World War II and experienced the hardships and uncertainty of the war firsthand. Those early experiences helped shape the strength and resilience that she carried throughout her life.

As a teenager, she moved with her mother, Caterina Danzé and her sister, Antonia, to Brindisi, where her life took another important turn. It was there that she met her future husband, Giovanni Di Giulio. Eventually, she made the courageous journey to the United States, beginning a new chapter and building a life and family of her own.

She worked in New York City's garment district as a pattern maker, using her skill and creativity in the fashion industry. Throughout her career, she worked for renowned fashion companies, including Rimini and Calvin Klein. She took pride in her work, but her greatest accomplishment and deepest joy was always her family.

She was the devoted mother of three daughters, Kathy, Piera Angela, and Joann, and a loving grandmother to her three grandchildren, Cooper, Evan, and Caterina. Her family was at the center of her world. She found happiness in the simple moments spent together—sharing meals, cooking traditional Italian dishes, shopping for food, and gathering around the table. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome and at home.

She was a warm soul who treasured her family and friends. Those who knew her will remember her for her kindness, selflessness, strength, and wonderful sense of humor. She was the person people could turn to when they needed help, and she never hesitated to lend a hand. Her generosity came naturally, and she often put the needs of others before her own.

A devoted Roman Catholic, her faith was an important part of her life. She was a loyal parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima Church, where her faith and devotion provided comfort and guidance throughout the years.

She leaves behind her loving daughters Katherine Sheppard, Piera Angela Di Giulio, Joann Di Giulio; her beloved grandchildren, Cooper Pleva, Evan Sheppard, and Caterina Pleva, and her loving sister Antonia Danzé

She was preceded in death by her husband Giovanni Di Giulio and her mother Caterina Danzé.

Aurelia’s life was defined not by what she had, but by the love she gave. She created a family that was deeply connected, filled with traditions, memories, laughter, and love. She was truly the glue that held everyone together, and her absence will be felt in countless ways.

Although she is no longer with us, her love will continue through her daughters, grandchildren, family, and all those whose lives she touched. The lessons she taught, the traditions she passed down, the meals she prepared, the laughter she shared, and the love she gave so freely will never be forgotten.

She will always be loved, forever remembered, and deeply missed.

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