Obituary of Lena A. Cupello

Surrounded by her loving family, she was reunited with the love of her life, Jim on May 30, 2025, at age 95.

Predeceased by her husband, Jim; Parents, Benedetto and Fiorina Aquilone; Sister, Ersilia Aquilone; Brothers, Giuseppe (Lina) Aquilone, Salvatore (Rosetta) Aquilone, Gaspare Aquilone; Sister-in-law, Lina (Natalino) Alo; and brother-in-law, John (Lina) Cupello.  

Survived by her loving children, Robert (Kathy Trotto) Cupello, Nelson (Molly) Cupello, Emilia (Andrew) Giacalone; Grandchildren, Nelson James (Danielle) Cupello, Lesley (Patrick) Young, David (Christine) Giacalone, Timothy (Brianna) Cupello, Ryan (Sarah) Cupello, Andrew Giacalone, Jonathan (Ashley) Trotto and David Trotto; Great-grandchildren, Christopher Masters, Alex Masters, Reid Cupello, Jude Cupello, Adalyn Giacalone, Andrew Giacalone, Kinley Cupello, Nelson Michael Cupello; Sister-in-law, Mena Aquilone; several nieces and nephews both here and in Italy.

Lena was a remarkable woman who defied expectations and embraced life’s extraordinary experiences. She was a skilled homemaker who had an excellent talent for cooking, a passionate enthusiast of life, and a true trailblazer.

In 1949, she made the decision to depart from her native Italy for Brazil. However, her journey did not conclude there. She returned to her homeland in 1958 and subsequently embarked on a new adventure to the United States in 1959. She dedicated 25 years to her position at Hickey Freeman and another 5 years at Adrian Jules.

Nonna held her grandchildren in the highest regard. They were her cherished treasures and her love for them was boundless.

The family would like to thank the staff on 6SW, especially her devoted nurse, Sergio, who gave her exceptional care and love throughout her stay.  Sergio’s smile, love, and devotion went above and beyond all of our expectations. You were all angels in her life.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, June 8, from 2pm – 5pm at Falvo Funeral Home 1295 Fpt. Nine Mile Pt. Rd. Webster. On Monday, June 9, please join the family for her Funeral Mass at 10am at St. Kateri Tekakwitha at Christ the King Church 445 Kings Highway South Rochester. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Please consider a donation to The Jewish Home 2021 S Winton Rd, Rochester, NY 14618 in her memory.