Lois A. Cicero – January 6, 2021

Livonia:  At the age of 63, Lois passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 after a courageous battle with brain cancer.  She was predeceased by her father.  She was survived by her beloved husband of 30 years; Charlie Cicero Sr., her sons; Charles Cicero Jr. and Samuel James Cicero III; her daughter, Mary Cicero, her mother, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Lois enjoyed spending time with her family, most of all her three children.  She also enjoyed celebrating the holidays, being outdoors in the sunshine, and taking day trips with her husband.

Lois worked for many years at Kodak but spent her most recent years working at Wegmans where she was known by an abundance of coworkers and customers for her generous heart, contagious smile, and warm spirit.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10am on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Saint Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Livonia, NY.  Burial will be held privately for the family at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Livonia, NY.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Lois’s name to Livingston County Hospice located at 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mount Morris, NY 14510.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

*Please note, the Church will be operating at a limited capacity per state guidelines. New York State requires those in attendance to adhere to these guidelines including those related to social distancing and face coverings.

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33 thoughts on “Lois A. Cicero – January 6, 2021

  1. We are so sad to hear of Lois’ passing, but grateful for all the years that she fought a courageous battle. What a wonderful example of not letting cancer get in her way. We loved having her come to the farm at Christmas and sharing her stories with us. Lois will always hold a special place in our hearts.

  2. Mary and family,

    I am so very sorry to read of your loss! I have so many fond memories of the two of you coming in to Curves. We had wonderful conversation and a lot of laughs.
    May she fly like an Angel and watch over all of you from above.

  3. Charlie and Family,
    We are so saddened to learn of the passing of Lois. I have fond memories of carpooling to Nursery School at St. Agnes with our sons. When we would see each other in Wegmans we would always chat about our kids. Such a wonderful person! She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out for all of you.

  4. Aunt Ida and cousins
    I’m so sorry to learn of Lois passing. We had such fun as kids. My prayers to you all.

  5. Although I didn’t know Lois personally I loved seeing her at Wegmans. She was always helpful to customers including myself even if she was busy.
    My deepest sympathy to her family.
    Sandi D

  6. I am so very sorry for your great loss. I smile when I think of Lois and great memories from my time on the staff at St. Matthew’s.
    Ryan and Sarah loved working with her at Wegman’s. She was always so good to them.
    Many blessings to all of you. K is that you are in my prayers.
    Alice Miller Nation

  7. Dear Charlie,

    I was shocked and saddened to read today of Lois’s passing. It has been many years since we seen each other, but I will always remember her in our youth when we worked together at Cartwright Inn in the late 1970s. Her sense of humor always made going to work fun. Please extend my condolences to her mother, Ida, and her sisters that also worked with us.

  8. I did not know Lois personally but she made my many trips to Geneseo Wegmans a delight. Sending condolences to her family.

  9. Lois was always so good to my parents at Wegmans. After my Dad passed away she had some nice stories to tell us. My granddaughter was always so excited to see her, she would say “Mimi, Lois is here, Lois is here”. She has been missed. I’m glad she passed peacefully at home with her family, she was truly a special person. May God bless her and her family.

  10. Charlie and Cicero Family, my condolences, love and prayer to you all.
    That’s the perfect picture of Lois! That’s how I always remembered her working at Wegmans front end for all our years together! Her smile, That laugh, a joke, an oh Lenny! Always knowing how to respond to the need of a customer, or request of a co-worker. Not Goodbye Lois , but see you later. For those of the Lord never die, but return to God who is the giver of life… (See John 11:26)

  11. We are sending love and prayers to Charlie and his family during this difficult time. We know you will find peace in the wonderful memories that you have of her…..

  12. What Wonderful Memories we Have of Lois who Always put a Smile on the Faces of all of us here at Tangles. We Hold All of You, Charlie, Charles, Mary and Sam Close in our Hearts. We Will Join You in Missing Her and Celebrating Lois stories for years to come. Fly High Sweet Lady You Will Be Missed!
    Much Love, Lynn, Melissa, Diane, Karen Samantha and Sam

  13. My heartfelt sympathy to the Cicero family. I will never forget all the fun times we had working together at the Wegmans Deli. She made working fun. Then, she invited me to stop at her house for a snack on Christmas Eve. That snack turned out to be more food than I have ever see. It kept coming and coming. Her suffering is over and she is with her God whom she so dearly loved. God Bless you all.

  14. Charlie- my deepest sympathy in your loss of Lois. She was your sweetheart.We will always remember her laughter. God Bless you and your family at this time. Your strong faith will get you through this……Love, cousin Frank Cicero

  15. May the memories she gave to you give you strength. I am sending my thoughts and prayers to your family. I loved her smile and she always asked how me and my family were doing. Robin Frew and family

  16. I am saddened to hear this news. I will always remember being your children’s fifth grade teacher and your unwavering support of their education. My thoughts are with all of you.
    Arlene Updyke ( Lavner)

  17. My condolences to Lois’ family. She always made my visit at Wegmans a special one…

  18. Dear Charlie, Charles, Sam, and Mary,
    Lois will always hold a special place in the hearts of all who were blessed by her presence in their lives. Whether we knew her as a loving wife, mom to three wonderful children, the smiling face that would greet you at Wegmans , or the faith filled member of our parish family whose strength and courage thru her illness was an example to all of us …..she left us with a model of how to live! You are all in our thoughts and prayers …hold onto the legacy of love she leaves in each of you!

    Dave and Mary Jo ( Dussault )

  19. We absolutely adored her at the bank. She was always a ray of sunshine and positivity whenever she came in! I loved seeing her at Wegmans and every time I had my kids she would stop and talk to them and genuinely ask how you were doing and how the kids were. She was a beautiful and pure soul that everyone will miss. Sending so much love to your family.

  20. I will never forget Lois’ kindness. She had an uncanny way of knowing when someone needed her. I admire her, I miss her, and my heart goes out to her family. Every time I see Snoopy and the Peanut’s gang I will think of her fondly with a smile. Love you, my friend.

  21. I’m so sorry to see this. I always seen her at Wegmans always helpful in anyway cashing you out so there isn’t much of a wait! Thinking of you Charles, Sam and Mary

  22. We are so very sorry for your loss. Lois was truly a special lady. We are holding you all in our hearts and prayers.
    With Love, Mike and Angel Lynch

  23. Dear Charlie. I am so very sorry. Lois was a beautiful woman who did so much for so many. The Cicero family is in my prayers and in my heart.

  24. To the Cicero Family,

    My deepest sympathies for the family as you travel this journey of loss. I miss seeing Lois at Wegmans and waving to her as she passed by the house. Hugs to you all.

  25. Thinking of all of you, Lois will be missed by so many. She was a wonderful person, i was blessed to have known her

  26. She was a great woman. I loved her attitude as much as her spunk for life. I’ll never forget eating icecream and playing scratch offs with her. RIP my friend.

  27. There are no words to express how I am feeling, but I am sure that Lois would want us all to remember, she is finally at peace. For Charlie, Charles, Mary, and Sam, she will always be with you! All of you were her pride and joy, in good times and in bad. You were her world, you were mostly what she talked about, and her reason for living,……..well,you guys, her holidays, and of course her pool!! She is going to be so missed, by so many!! Please know that Pete and I are always here if anything is needed! Forever keeping her, and all of you in my thoughts and prayers, fly high my beautiful friend, there are Angels all around us <3

  28. We are so sorry for your loss. Lois was always so friendly and generous with her time at church. She and you, Charlie, did a wonderful job raising your children. We will remember you all in our prayers.

  29. My sincere condolences to the Cicero family . May you find peace in all the beautiful memories you shared .
    Sam our family is always here for you if you ever need anything .
    All our love to you in this very sad and difficult time . Keep the memories close to your heart Sam .

  30. A gracious lady who raised a wonderful family. Thinking of you all and hope you are able to find peace in your love for each other and the memories your mother created.

  31. My heart breaks for Charlie, Charles, Sam and Mary. I know that there are no words of comfort to see you all through this. But please know that I am thinking of you and holding you all in my heart and prayers. I’m sure Don was in the crowd to meet her at those great golden gates. Much love…

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