Obituary of Bessie Pasquariello

Pasquariello, Bessie (nee Carnazza) age 91 of Paterson at rest in Paterson on May 19, 2011. She was born in Comoso, Sicily, Italy. After coming to America at the age of 10, Bessie lived in Paterson for the rest of her life. She owned several produce stores with her husband. Bessie was a familiar face in the downtown market area. She loved going to Bingo games and on bus trips. She was married to the late Domenic Pasquariello for 38 years. She is survived by her son, Daniel and his partner, Joe DeMarco, both with whom she resided; her daughter, Madeline McGrath; granddaughter Lisa McGrath Santiago and 3 great grandchildren, all of Pennsylvania. Also survived by her caretaker, Ardine. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the services at the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd, Totowa, on Saturday at 10:00 AM. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Totowa. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. For more information, go to www.festamemorial.com.