VESSELS, Lucy

The White Mountain Independent, Show Low, Arizona ~ 07/19/2013 On July 3, 2013, Lucy Giallonardo Crognale Vessels, 99, was reunited with her loved ones in heaven. With a healthy but tired body, Lucy peacefully raised her arms to Jesus and asked for rest. Given her lifelong love for Jesus and His blessed mother, it’s fitting that Jesus was quick to answer her call. Lucy was born in Castel Frentano, Italy, and immigrated to the United States in 1924 to Windber, Pa. She married Vincent Crognale in 1933 and moved to Warren, Ohio. Due to her husband’s health, they moved to Phoenix in 1944. Lucy’s parents, Luigi and Colomba and brother Louis, followed them to Arizona in 1955 and Lucy’s home became the center of all family activities for years to come. Vincent passed away in 1963. In 1969, Lucy met another wonderful man, Peter “Lonnie” Vessels. Together they enjoyed camping and fishing and traveled to Lonnie’s former home in Kentucky on a regular basis. Lucy is survived by her brother Louis Giallonardo; sister-in-law Dolly and stepson Gary Vessels. She was preceded by brothers Anthony and Thomas; parents Luigi and Colomba and spouses Vincent and Peter. Lucy’s wonderful personality and love for her family will be remembered by family and many friends alike. Lucy spent the latter years of her life in the loving care of Louise and Dooly, who are summer residents of Show Low. In her final two years, she was blessed with wonderful care at Solterra Senior Living in Lakeside. A funeral mass will be held for Lucy at 11 a.m. Friday, July 19, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chandler. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Vincent de Paul in Phoenix. Owens Livingston Mortuary - White Mountain Chapel of Show Low handled arrangements. Those who have special memories and would like to send private condolences or sign an online guest book are invited to visit www.owenslivingstonmortuary.com.