Carolina Perrelli
September 20, 1944 ~ August 9, 2020
Resided in:
Fremont, California
Carolina Perrelli, 75, entered into eternal rest on August 9th, 2020. She courageously fought a many year-long battle with dementia. Carolina was a resident of Fremont, California for nearly 40 years.
Carolina is survived by her loving children, Rose, Loretta, Carmine, Julie and Josie Perrelli, her grandchildren Emma and Riley Roffelesen, her son-in-law Randy Roffelsen, her brother Salvatore Greco, and many other loved ones in the United States, Italy, Australia, Canada and Argentina.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Perrelli and her brothers Mario, Eugene and Pasquale Greco.
Carolina was born near the small town of Castrolibero in southern Italy on September 20th, 1944 to Raffaele and Giulia (Turco) Greco. She was the only girl and the middle child of five siblings. As a young girl, Carolina would know of a local boy, Joseph Perrelli, who would emigrate to the United States but not forget about her back home in Italy. They later corresponded by mail and a long-distance engagement came about.
In 1966, Carolina married Joseph in Italy and immigrated to the United States with him. They settled in the Chicago area where they started their family. In 1980, her husband Joseph had a tragic stroke which he survived but left him with a difficult paralysis. Due to her husband’s ill health, in 1981 the family moved to Fremont California, where the milder weather was easier for the family. Carolina was a devoted wife who took care of her ill husband for many years until his death in 1992.
Despite the trials of life, Carolina always had a beautiful and warm smile on her face. Her heart and arms were open to everyone she met. She loved her family and one of her favorite things in life was to have her family over to enjoy her big Italian dinners. She loved all her children and they meant everything to her.
Carolina had a strong work ethic and tirelessly gave her whole heart to everything she did. She was an amazing cook and enjoyed preparing delicious meals for her family and friends. She loved her customers and co-workers at Safeway and as a special treat for her co-workers, she would bring her special pasta to work, for them to feast on and enjoy on their lunch break. Making people happy was something very important to Carolina. Her family, friends and co-workers were always close to her heart.
Carolina was an avid gardener and she enjoyed growing many types of vegetables and flowers in her garden. She had the special talent of being able to make anything grow and flourish. She would constantly amaze her children by being able to take a dead plant, or even a stick, and bring it back to life and into a growing and lovely plant.
Her smile, laughter and her love will be dearly missed by her family and everyone who knew her.
Due to current restrictions, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Mom loved to garden, so in honor of her we ask that you send a live plant or send a memorial donation to the Lewy Body Dementia Association: https://www.lbda.org.
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The Welch Family,
Shelton, Jackie, Sydney
To the Perelli Family,
May Carolina rest in God’s eternal peace and may you all be comforted by God’s eternal grace and love in this time of loss. Carolina was such a warm and loving person to all who encountered her that she will be sorely missed. Whether it was a bright smile, a gentle touch of her hand, or a kind word, she always made each person feel loved and welcomed. She was such a special person that she definitely left an impression on me, and that live is reflected by Rose snd Carmine. God Bless you!
The Chin-DeCastro-Nuguid Family
My sincere sympathy for the Perrelli family. I am a former co-worker of Carolina’s. She always made me laugh and my day brighter! Her giggle and smile will always be in my heart!
My deepest of condolences to everyone. My heart hurts for all of you knowing what you’re going through and processing such a huge loss. May peace be with her, and in time I hope peace can find you all as well.
With love,
Jeffry
I Will Never Forget Her Beautiful Smile & Laughter! She Would Always Bring Over Pies From Nations, Lasagna & Other Italian Pasta! This Amazing Lady Had A Heart Of Gold & Cared Deeply About Her Neighbors! Sending Love, Prayers & God’s Blessings To All The Family!
The Herrera Family!
I’d like to send my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your mom. I always enjoyed hearing the stories you shared about your family and your mom. She must have been proud of you and your accomplishments, and she will be missed. God bless you and your family.
Perrelli family, the Kamen family sends its condolences to you. Wishing you health and good memories during this difficult time.
Love,
Jon, Kristi, Ellie, and Ashley
Carmine, sister Rose, Lori, Julie, and Jozee, my deepest sympathy is with you all in this time of loss. I pray that God will grant you strength. Please accept my most sincere condolences. I love you all!
With love,
the Li Family
Zia Franca, Miscel and Giulia
What a wonderful story of life and family. Please accept my prayers and condolences.
I am sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Know that I am praying for you during this time.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Carolina was always fun to have at work at Safeway with us all. We loved her and her cute giggle!
May she Rest In Peace
My Condolences to you all. I used to love making Carolina laugh at work! Ah that giggle…she will always have a spot in my heart.
Forever in your heart ❤️🎶🦅
We knew Carolina and she was the sweetest, most kind and generous person. We will miss her and say a prayer for her family.