February 4, 1926 – February 8, 2023
Carolyn (Fuoco) Greco, age 97, from Glendale, New York, passed away on February 8, 2023. Carolyn was born in Ridgewood, New York, as the youngest of seven children of Italian immigrants. She graduated from Richmond Hill High School in 1944 and resided in Ridgewood until she married in 1947 when she moved to Middle Village, New York, with her husband, Paul Greco. Carolyn worked as a secretary at JP Stevens until the birth of her son, John, in 1952. In 1953, the family bought a house in Glendale, New York, where she resided for the rest of her life. In 1956, Carolyn gave birth to her daughter, Barbara. Carolyn was a devoted full-time mother and in 1970 she began working as an office administrator at Dubovsky & Sons. She continued working there through 2001, retiring at the age of 75.
In 1981, Carolyn became a widow after the untimely death of her beloved husband, Paul. In the same year, she was diagnosed with breast cancer, which she battled courageously and victoriously. After a number of difficult years, in 1988, joy returned to her life with the birth of the first two of her five grandchildren. Carolyn was a very involved, compassionate, and caring grandmother. In her first decade as a grandmother, she spent nearly every weekend helping care for her grandchildren. Throughout her life, she also enjoyed traveling with her children and grandchildren. Being a child of the Great Depression, Carolyn appreciated the simple things in life, such as health, happiness, family, friends, music and sweet treats. She imparted her wisdom to her family, often in an unintentionally comedic way that has led to countless jokes, nicknames, and fond memories. She also cherished her close relationships with many extended family members and friends. Carolyn was loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Carolyn was an active member of Saint Pancras Church, where she developed many close friendships and was involved in the Over 50 Club. She enjoyed trips to the casino, playing bingo with her friends, and was an avid fan of Turner Classic Movies. Her favorite movies were Random Harvest (1942) and Casablanca (1942). Carolyn led a vibrant and active life through her mid-90s. She walked all over Glendale and could frequently be found drinking coffee with her friends at McDonalds or Dunkin Donuts. Carolyn was a strong and resilient woman, who handled all of life’s challenges with grace and was a true pleasure to be around. She will be missed dearly, however, her family will continue to celebrate her life and takes comfort in knowing she is finally reunited with her husband, Paul, and countless other family members and friends who predeceased her.
Carolyn is survived by her children: John Greco and his wife Maureen, and Barbara DiLillo and her husband Michael, as well as her beloved grandchildren: Michael and his wife Elaina; Paul; Juliet and her husband Rob; Eric and his wife Priyanka; and Noah. Carolyn is also survived by one of her best friends who became like a second daughter, Susan Colon and her husband Carlos.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in Carolyn’s honor.
https://www.komen.org/how-to-help/donate/
A visitation for Carolyn will be held Friday, February 17, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Werst & LaBella Funeral Home, 71-41 Cooper Ave, Glendale, NY 11385.
A funeral service will occur Saturday, February 18, 2023 from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM at Saint Pancras RC Church, 72-22 68th St, Glendale, New York 11385. A committal service will occur Saturday, February 18, 2023 from 11:40 AM to 12:00 PM at Cypress Hills Cemetery, 833 Jamaica Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11208.
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