Jane L. (Gaetano) Radeschi

Mrs. Jane L. (Gaetano) Radeschi, age 94, of Utica, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Bartley Healthcare Center in New Jersey where she was currently residing enabling her to be closer to her son and family in New Jersey. Born in Utica on May 19, 1913, Jane was the daughter of the late Felix and Theresa (Giordano) Gaetano. Raised and educated locally, she was a 1932 graduate of Utica Free Academy. On October 12, 1939 at St. Anthony of Padua Church she married Joseph S. Radeschi. The couple was devoted to each other for 68 years. During her working years, Jane was employed by the Skenandoah Knitting Mill in the payroll department for 13 years. After raising her son, she returned to the work force accepting a position at Faxton-Children’s Hospital as supervisor of fundraising until 1976. Jane served her home parish of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament with much loyalty and commitment. For a period of 12 years, she had volunteered, assisting in the parish office. She was a former member of the Parish's Mother's Club, it's choral group and the Altar Rosary Society. Jane also participated in many fundraisers and fashion shows. At one time, she was also a member of the Notre Dame High School Mother's Club. She was a communicant of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Jane is survived by her husband, Joseph Radeschi; her son and daughter-in-law, David C. and Catherine (Dileo) Radeschi of Jackson, NJ; and her grandchildren, Christopher Radeschi of Oceanport, NJ and Gregory Radeschi of Highlands, NJ. Survivors also include her brother, O. Frederick “Fred” Gaeton of Middletown, NY; nieces and nephews, JoAnn Musco (who was always attentive to Jane and Joe), Laurie Atkins, Cathy Cole, Gerald Olite, Sandra Holly, John and Gary Kosuda, and Richard, Lawrence and Robert Saponari,; several great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws, Susan and Roger Tilleman of FL, and Helen Saponari of Ohio. She also leaves her dear friend, Jen DiPerno. She was predeceased by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Phyllis and Frank Schiavone, and Rose and Joseph DelGenis; her brother and sisters-in-law, Ralph and Victoria Gaetano, and Carolyn Gaeton; her nephew, Lt. Col. Robert DelGenis; and her in-laws, Angelo and Theresa Radeschi, Albert and Roma Radeschi, and Florence and Jerry Olite. The family is grateful to Fr. John Rose and Fr. Bob Kelly for their spiritual guidance and friendship; and for the gracious and kind acts of care offered by her niece, JoAnn Musco and her children, Joelle, Janese, and A.J. – they will long be remembered. A special thank you is offered to Jane’s neighbors, Lois and Alphonse Conte, and the Smajic family for their concern. Visitation will be held Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish, 648 Jay St., corner of Mohawk St. Jane’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 11:30 at the church upon conclusion of visitation. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial contributions in Jane’s honor to the St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish Fund; envelopes will be available at the service. Interment will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Jane L. (Gaetano) Radeschi

May 19, 1914 - April 12, 2008