Carolyn J. (Niemeyer) Arcuri

POLAND - Carolyn J. (Niemeyer) Arcuri passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at the age of 81 with her loving family by her side. Carolyn was born on March 20, 1941, to the late Yelle Niemeyer and Ethel (Roux) Niemeyer. In her childhood and into adulthood, Carolyn also knew the love of her late step-father, Joseph Christino. She was a 1959 graduate of Utica Free Academy and then attended nursing school and earned her R.N. in January of 1963. On June 1, 1963, Carolyn wed Vincent N. “Vinny” Arcuri. The couple shared in a devoted union of 59 years and were blessed with many special memories. They were inseparable. Carolyn began her career as an R.N. at Faxton Hospital. She then worked locally as a private duty nurse prior to accepting a position as a charge nurse in Little Falls Hospital. Subsequently, Carolyn held employment with the Herkimer County Public Health Department as a Public Health Nurse. She was frequently called by patients and assisted them after hours out of the goodness of her heart. She later retired from a nursing position with Surgical Associates of Utica. Carolyn was a loving matriarch. She provided a beautiful, loving home and encouraged traditional values. She was charitable at heart, volunteering her nursing experience at the local rabies clinics. She was extremely selfless—the word “I” was not in her vocabulary. She was everything to her family and always put her own needs last. She was very giving, and instilled her values in her family. She was a fantastic cook, especially lasagna, ravioli, pasta fagioli, and other Italian favorites. Carolyn was an excellent mother—she was their confidante, their defender, and their greatest fan. She was an extraordinary wife who brought her husband the gift of a warm, loving, selfless presence. Carolyn was an exceptional grandmother as well. Carolyn’s children marveled at her selfless, nurturing ways. She would always care for her loved ones first, ignoring her own needs and even throughout pain would not express her own hurt. She selflessly took in her own mother, providing a home and caring for her up until her passing. Carolyn volunteered as a Den Mother, and she was also a founding member of the Kuyahoora Ambulance Corp. She was an avid gardener and particularly enjoyed growing beautiful flowers. She was a loving presence to all she came in contact with. She made a point to always remember the various special occasions of all her family members, making them each feel special and loved. Carolyn was a lifelong Catholic, and was a member of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish, while also frequently attending Historic Old St. John’s Church later in life. Carolyn is survived by her beloved husband, Vinny; her daughters and sons-in-law, Theresa Arcuri and Frank Matt, Christine Arcuri Prest and Charlie Prest and Carolyn Arcuri; her sons and daughters-in-law, Anthony J. and Leslie Arcuri, and Vincent N. Jr. and Carrie Arcuri. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Lucia Erwin, Regina Erwin, Joseph Erwin, John Erwin, Adrianna Rose Arcuri, Michael Rubin, twins Isabella Rubin and Gabriella Rubin, Stephanie and Erik Lovria, Josie Arcuri, Ella Arcuri, Grace Arcuri; and her great-grandchildren, twins Ethan and Logan Lovria. Carolyn is survived by her constant canine companion Zoey, who brought her so much joy. She will also be remembered by her sister-in-law, Marie A. Testa; her nieces and nephew, Regina Testa, Julia Elacqua, Maria Harple, and Fred Testa; many great nieces and nephews; her best friends, Joe and Susan Albanese; and her goddaughter, Natalie Albanese. She was predeceased by her brother, Stephen J. J. Niemeyer; her in-laws, Anthony J. and Josephine (Sack) Arcuri, Albino Testa, and Bernadette N. and Robert G. Hubbard. Carolyn’s family would like to extend a special thank you to her nurses, Nicole and Taylor of the IMCU at MVHS at St. Luke’s Healthcare, and doctors, M. Denson and A. Kannan for their professionalism and care in her last days. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Carolyn’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will commence on Saturday, March, 11, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. from the funeral home and at 11:00 a.m. at Historic Old St. John’s Church, 240 Bleecker Street. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Carolyn J. (Niemeyer) Arcuri

March 20, 1941 - March 1, 2023