FALCO, MICHELINA

Funeral services were held June 10 for Michelina Falco (nee) Bove, 85, of Guttenberg died Sunday, June 7 of natural causes. She was born in Paolisi, Italy, and came to the U.S. in 1957 to pursue a better life. First settling in Union City and then moving to Guttenberg. She could be found in various bridal shops such as Reba’s and Bradley’s and lastly Claire Lyse using her talents as a seamstress. Her passion in life was her sewing and creating for family, friends and clients. She enjoyed cooking and traveling to Italy to visit her family. Michelina was predeceased by her husband Antonio Falco in 1977, her brothers Ciro, Aniello and Luigi and one sister Clara. She is survived by her daughters Josephine (Richard LeBrun) and Luisa Falco. She is also survived by her two grandchildren whom she adored Charlotte and Serge. One brother Arcangelo Bove and two sisters Elena Crispo and Esterina Severino. Many in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews and dear friends. She will be remembered as a friend to all. Always a kind word and a smile on her face. A true sweet and generous soul. Services arranged by the A.K. Macagna Funeral Home, Cliffside Park.