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Joanne L. (Vaccarini) Saienni

Joanne L. Saienni, devoted wife and loving Mother and Nonna passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022 in Wilmington, Delaware at the age of 94.

Joanne was born in Wilmington, Delaware and was the daughter of the late Philip and Florence Vaccarini.  She was a proud alumni of the second graduating class of St. Elizabeth’s School.  While growing up Joanne spent many days roller skating at her parents’ roller rink – Printz Roller Way.  She was a soloist and a lifelong member of the choir at both St. Elizabeth’s Parish and later in life at St. Helena’s Parish. She sang at many of the families’ weddings.  Joanne also enjoyed traveling with her husband, baking, cooking, sewing and gardening.  While raising three children she found time to volunteer at St. Helena’s Christmas Bazaars and also as Secretary in the office of the Dean of Students at St. Edmond’s Academy.

Joanne was predeceased by her parents, Philip and Florence (Greco) Vaccarini, husband, Armelindo (Elmer) Saienni, sister and brother-in-law Olga and Jack Auld, brother Julian Vaccarini.  She is survived by her three children, Juliann Figliola (Anthony), Elaine Rosenberg (David), Blaise Saienni (Debora); grandchildren: Nicholas Figliola, Marisa Altenbaugh (Ryan), Matthew Rosenberg, Natalie Rosenberg, Amy Rosenberg, Angelina Calvarese (Andrew), Dante Saienni (Nikki), Anthony Saienni (Jennifer); 9 great grandchildren, sister-in-law Eva Saienni and a host of nieces and nephews.

Through her journey and for the past 10 plus years, she had been blessed with exceptional care given to her by some very special people.  The family will be forever grateful to Bayada Hospice, Cindy, Eva, Roxeanne, Anton, Marvin, Lattisha, Loretta, Hilary, Maria, Dana and Noreen.

Friends may call on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Helena’s Parish, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, Delaware 19809 immediately followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Joanne’s life.  Entombment will follow the Mass in Cathedral Cemetery, Wilmington, Delaware.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made in Joanne’s name to St. Helena’s Parish, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, Delaware 19809 or Jeanne Jugan Residence, Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Road, Newark, Delaware 19713.

Funeral Services

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

St. Helena’s Parish, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, Delaware 19809

Visitation from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon

Entombment will follow the Mass in Cathedral Cemetery, Wilmington, Delaware.

Condolences

    Marianne Finocchiaro Brown writes,
    I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I remember her as such a lovely lady. Please know you are in my prayers. Marianne
    03/26/2022 04:41 pm
    Ulrica lit a candle
    03/27/2022 03:01 pm
    Diane Saienni Albanese writes,
    Remembering Aunt Joanne fondly and with love. She was a very warm and special person and a beautiful lady. My condolences to my cousins for their loss. I’m traveling and will not be able to attend the service but will hold you in prayer and spirit. God Bless.
    03/27/2022 07:06 pm
    Judi Brenner lit a candle and writes,
    Sincerest sympathy to Joanne’s family. She was a very special person who will be missed by all. May her memory be a blessing. Love, Judi and Jerry Brenner (David’s sister) and family
    03/28/2022 12:55 pm
    Phil Auld writes,
    My Aunt Joanne; How do you say goodbye to someone who meant so much in your life. You were there for every special day in my life. In my Childrens lives. Never too busy. Never a doubt, The Care and Dedication to us all was never in doubt. Always supporting, always caring, always loving without exception. The years have flown by, The last few were cruel and difficult. But those before were wonderful and funny. They are branded in my memory now and will be for the rest of my life. A big Greco reunion is happening in Heaven tonight. Your all there. The in-laws and the out-laws. What a party. Aunt Happy has come home to all that love her waiting there. See you soon my sweet Aunt, Get that wooden spoon ready. Ill be bad and you will love it.
    03/28/2022 07:22 pm
    Rick Hammond writes,
    I was Mrs. Saienni's letter carrier for many years when she lived on Baynard Blvd. I always looked forward to talking to her. Such a pleasant person and I am sure will be missed by her family.
    03/30/2022 07:18 am

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