Birth date: Nov 23, 1924 Death date: Oct 15, 2014
Nancy M. (DeBello) Forleo, 89, of North Syracuse, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Wednesday, October 15, 2014. She was born in Oneida, NY, the daughter of the late Pearl (Carmola) and Anthony DeBello. Nancy graduated from Read Obituary
I have the fondest memories of Aunt Nancy in my heart. I always loved to be in her presence because she made me feel important and loved. She was forever gentle and kind and always, always her smile made any sadness or concern simply go away. I remember feeling that her being a nurse was the perfect vocation for her because she knew how to touch and heal the spirit as well as the body....she will never, ever be forgotten. I truly loved her and was so blessed to have her in my life. To Uncle Dom, Paul, Jeanne, and Tom I send my deepest condolences. I know what this loss feels like and I wish I could take away even some of the hurt you feel this day. My love to all...
It especially easy to remember Aunt Nancy as always smiling, positive, and asking to help in any way she could. Although there are more memories to share of holidays and picnics and trips with the Forleos, for me the way I most specifically remember my Aunt Nancy's spirit of compassion and love was when i had to spend two separate weeks in St.Joseph's hospital undergoing surgery. She came to visit more than once/day even if she wasn't working that day and always lifted my spirits. I remember as an impatient 8th grader telling her I couldn't believe I had to stay another three days in the hospital and her response was she understood, she would see me every day, and we'd work on just two more days. We got out in two. When I was first engaged to my wife Cindy, my wife to be mentioned that Aunt Nancy made her feel most welcome into the family. That was Aunt Nancy, always warm, smiling, making others welcome and always giving of herself to make others feel good. We will always remember her, love her and miss her.
Sincerely and with love,
Jack Carmola and family.
