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Scalera, Luisanna February 3, 1963 - June 21, 2023

Luisanna Scalera, of Eastchester, NY, passed away on June 21, 2023 from breast cancer. 

Born February 3, 1963 in Veroli, Italy, she moved to the United States that same year and grew up in Tuckahoe, NY. Luisanna is survived by her husband, Frank Scalera, her children, Christopher Garitee, Juliana (Mario) D’Ambrosio, and Dominick Scalera, as well as her step-daughter Julia Scalera. She is also survived by her mother, Rosa Palma, and her siblings Antonella Cioffoleti, Walter (Lynn) Palma, and Florence Palma. She was predeceased by her father Giacomo Palma and her brother-in-law John Cioffoleti. 

Luisanna owned and operated Ernie’s Wine Bar + EATS where she won the hearts of Bronxville. She expressed her love through cooking and made certain that everyone left with a full stomach and a fuller heart. Luisanna also managed her husband’s dental practice, in Eastchester, helping him build a successful business over three decades. Luisanna knew the names, faces, voices, and life stories of every patient the office had and of every wine bar customer.

The biggest points of pride in Luisanna’s life were her children. Her oldest son, Christopher, attended law school in California and practices law in White Plains, NY. Her daughter, Juliana, is a special education teacher in the Bronx, NY and recently married an NYPD police officer. Her step-daughter, Julia, works promoting environmental conservation and clean water initiatives in Massachusetts. Her youngest son, Dominick, attends college at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT, where he studies computer science and writes music.

Luisanna was a devout Catholic and parishioner of the Immaculate Conception Church in Tuckahoe, NY. She was surrounded by family and loved ones until the very end. Everyone who knew her loved her and was enriched by her friendship. She will be missed dearly.  

A wake for Luisanna will be held at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 1:00pm and 6:00pm on Sunday, June 25, 2023. A funeral mass will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe, at 10:30am on Monday, June 26, 2023. Interment will follow at Ferncliff Cemetery at 280 Secor Rd., Hartsdale, NY. 

Calling Hours:   1 to 6 pm, Sunday, June 25, 2023

Mass:  10:30 am, Monday, June 26, 2023, Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe, NY

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    Roland and Silke says
    June 22, 2023 at 3:40 pm

    We are heartbroken to have lost our friend. Wishing you strength and courage.

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    Cheryl Velazquez says
    June 22, 2023 at 4:16 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. I can deeply sympathize. I pray you are filled with great memories and the great love she left in your heart. Praying for your strength, courage and peace. Love Mrs. Velazquez

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      Lauren Palma says
      June 22, 2023 at 5:07 pm

      We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Luisanna! Our deepest condolences for the whole family! I prayed for her everyday and her and the family are always in my thoughts and prayers! Please let us know if you need anything! Love you!

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    Kathy Geraghty says
    June 22, 2023 at 5:35 pm

    Dear Frank & Family,
    Jimmy and I are so sad over Luisa’s passing. She was such a wonderful woman and will be very dearly missed by all of us who knew and loved her. It was an honor to have had her as a friend. May She Rest In Eternal Peace.

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    Elizabeth Bunce says
    June 22, 2023 at 7:41 pm

    She was pure life, laughter, and love emulated all in one person. A one of a kind for sure. Keep your hearts full of wonderful memories. Sending all my love and prayers during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.

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    Joyce Cueto says
    June 22, 2023 at 9:10 pm

    Ms. Garitee and family
    My deepest condolences for the loss of your mom. I know how much you loved and care about. Now she’s resting in the arms of our Lord. Praying for you and the family to be filled your strength, peace and courage during this time and always.
    May the soul of Mrs. Scalera rest in peace.

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    joseph manzi says
    June 23, 2023 at 8:37 am

    So sorry for your loss. Louise was such a beautiful soul. Every person she came in touch with loved her. That’s very special. She will never be forgotten May her soul rest in peace

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    Kim Cottrell says
    June 23, 2023 at 9:11 am

    The entire Cottrell family is so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely person – so friendly and caring.! May she Rest-in-Peace knowing that the entire Eastchester community who knew her will remember her as a beautiful person.

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    Karen Formato says
    June 23, 2023 at 12:46 pm

    Luisa was a true gem. Her smile, kindness, and her true warmth will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences go out to the entire family. May her wonderful spirit live on with all the memories and with each person she touched throughout her life. Wishing her family strength during this difficult time.

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    Rosemarie and Tom Bellone, Tommy and Michael. says
    June 23, 2023 at 2:40 pm

    Louise, may you Rest In Peace in Heaven! Your suffering is now over. We will miss seeing you in the office and we will continue to pray for you and your husband and children, as well as your entire family.

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    Kathy/Anastassios Kyriakakos says
    June 23, 2023 at 6:25 pm

    Dear Frank and Family,
    Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss to your family and our community with Luisa’s passing. We remember her describing the preparations made for holiday dinners at your house and how no shortcuts would be taken. Her great warmth and bright eyes were still there the last time we saw her. Surely her love for you and the entire family endures. Wishing you all strength during this difficult time.

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    Cynthia Raymond says
    June 23, 2023 at 8:41 pm

    Dear Frank & Family –
    Louise & your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Louise’s caring, warn smile and understanding were her “calling card.” She will never missed and never forgotten.
    Heaven has a very special angel now in Louise. She will be missed by all.
    Rest in peace, Louise.
    Cynthia, Alan, Jason, Adam & Tricia Raymond

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    Nena Reid says
    June 24, 2023 at 6:14 pm

    Rest in peace and so sorry for your loss!?

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    Louise Maniscalco says
    June 24, 2023 at 6:43 pm

    Louise was a beautiful woman.

    Our deepest sympathy to Frank and the Scalera Family.
    Louise and Brian Hauenstein

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    Hope Marable says
    July 21, 2023 at 1:05 pm

    I am deeply saddened by the news of “Luis’s” passing. The family is in my prayers and I will not forget her. God bless.

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    Raquel B says
    July 22, 2023 at 6:50 pm

    To the family,

    I’m not long ago learned of the passing of your cherished wife, mother, friend. I will truly miss Louise and will keep all of you in my prayers.

    May peace and blessings forever be in your lives for knowing and loving such a wonderful woman.

    Raquel

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