Coxsackie - Marie-Elena (Meezie) Ciminello, 48, devoted mother, daughter and friend, passed away on Dec. 18, 2017, surrounded by her loving family after a brave battle with Lupus and Auto Immune disease. Marie was born in Smithtown, NY to her mother Ramona (Ginger) Hussey and the late Joseph Ciminello of Bohemia, NY. she moved to Coxsackie, NY in 1984, and was loved and raised by her mother and loving, nurturing stepfather Frank (Beau) Hussey (aka Dad and Poppie.) Marie leaves behind her "greatest gift from God," her daughter Gabrielle Ciminello,in whom her life revolved around!!. She is survived by her five siblings: Anthony (Laura) Ciminello, Joseph Ciminello II, Elizabeth (Todd) Hussey Finn, Erin (Rob) Hussey Eicher, Beau (Lenette) Hussey Jr. and many nieces and nephews.
Marie came to understand the full meaning of love, as she conquered every battle placed before her. Her love of God and the power in the name of "JESUS" carried her home to her Saviour, leaving behind, not only a legacy of "Faith in God," but to the benefits of a good education, as an example for her daughter. On May 31, 2;008, Marie received her "Masters in Social Work" (LMSW) from Adelphi, NY to which was a major accomplishment for her (since through out the past many years her health was failing.)
Our family has been blessed by all the cards, letters and prayers. A special acknowledgment to all the nurses and caregivers at St. Peter''s Hospital, Albany; this became Marie's second home and they took such wonderful care of her. Maria Pasquera, M.D. and nurse manager Judy....you educated us at every turn with gentleness. Joseph Polito, M.D. of Albany GI Group....thank you so for caring for our girl, you're the BEST! Gospel Church of Coxsackie, Community Life of Catskill, all the faithful prayer warriors and special devoted friends, you upheld us when we didn't think we could do it on our own strength. We love you so.
There will be a Memorial Service Jan. 20, 2018 at the Gospel Community Church, 121 Mansion St., Coxsackie, NY. Visiting 2-4:00 pm, Celebration of Life to follow.
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