"Dear Don and all the Visconte family, I know how important your Mom was in your life and how you all will miss her, You are fortunate to have 100 years of her life for all the memories. God Bless"
In loving memory of
Justine Visconte
September 30, 1920 - June 28, 2021
Justine "Jessie" Visconte
Our beloved, devoted Mother peacefully went home to our Lord on June 28, 2021.
Her light will forever shine in our hearts, her strong faith will continue to be an example of the blanket of her life journey.
She is predeceased by her husband George & granddaughter Lisa. Survived by her children Don (Diane), Angela, Michael (Danielle), grandchildren Barry (Susan), Stephanie (Michael) Robilio, Vinnie Catalano, great grandchildren Luke & John.
Many nieces, nephews, friends & very special Angels on Earth that have guided her 100 plus years with us.
A Memorial Celebration of Life Mass will be held 10:00 AM on July 23, 2021 AM at Holy Cross Parish. Entombment to be private for the family. In her memory donations can be sent to Holy Cross Parish, American Macular Degeneration Foundation, or the charity of your choice.
Justine was a long-time member of the Charlotte community. Her parents were immigrants from Italy Carmen & Maddelena.She resided & grew up in Charlotte for her entire life, a member of the Cicchetti family of 10 who affectionately nicknamed her "Dolly". She learned all the traditions of simple living gardening, cooking, sewing, and the importance of faith & family. And had been given many accolades for her expertise in homemade pasta, sauces & pasteries.
She celebrated all her sacraments at Holy Cross Parish, she graduated from Holy Cross School, Charlotte HS, she studied Voice at the Eastman School of Music.
She was an employee of Eastman Kodak & Rochester Button Factory before being employed by her family as the BEST cook & Mother in town.
She met a man named George, married him, they had 3 children & celebrated 59 years of life together until his passing.
Last year she celebrated a 100-year birthday surviving the Pandemic in quarantine, always keeping her spirit up & finding joy in the gift of each day.
She will be forever in our hearts, all the love she shared will continue to resonate in our family legacy.
Tributes
"Dear Visconte Family, we are so sorry for your loss. We know first hand, that no matter how long we are blessed to have our dear mothers, we are never ready to part with them! Jessie was a truly a special lady and we consider ourselves priledged to have known her! We send our love and prayers your way! Love, Tom and Mary Masters "
"Mike , Angela , and Family , so sorry for your loss . It looks like she lived a full life . Watching her video made me think back to a lot of our baseball memories !"
"Prayers to all at this great loss. Hold onto all the wonderful memories, ??"
"Love and prayers. Such a big loss. What a beautiful video tribute that was posted. Oh what I would have given to enjoy her Italian cooking. Anna Julian Rose (Sam & Anna?s granddaughter) ???"
"My dearest Angela, Donnie and Michael , I am deeply saddened by the loss of your Mom. She was like another mother to me as we grew up and my visits home. I loved talking to her on the phone. So many wonderful memories. May the Lord Jesus touch you all with His healing hands. She is with all our angels. Love you bunches. Jody Nickerson "
"Angela and Family, We were saddened to hear of your loss. May your memories of the good times bring you comfort. Our deepest sympathy. Sending love and hugs. The Brigandi Family"
"Angela and Michael I am so sorry for your loss. Having just lost my mom I know what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Your mom will always be with you in your hearts. Cherish the memories you have of her. "
"Angela so sorry for your loss your mom will always be with you through all your memories and in your heart . Thoughts and Prayers Roseann Amorese Qualdieri"
"Angela I?m so sorry to hear of Moms passing my prayers will be with you. God bless. Bill Tytler "
"Angela - having just lost my Mom - I know the heartache . It does get better albeit very slowly. Jessie is now reunited with your Dad and for that - a little bit of joy can be felt. My deepest sympathy ."
"Angela and Micheal sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayer with you Jon and Phyllis Visconte"