Claire Marie Lucadamo (née Nielsen) passed away suddenly on August 1, 2022 of cardiac arrest. She was 72 years of age and lived for over 45 years in the family home of Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, that she found, fixed, and filled with love and memories with her family.
Claire was born on March 3, 1950 to Rose and James Nielsen in Park Slope, Brooklyn. After graduating from Saint Saviour’s High School, Claire worked for a significant time in telephone auditing before entering the eyewear industry. She worked as an account executive for many years before finally giving in to her unquenchable entrepreneurial spirit and opening optical stores in Westchester and Park Slope. After retiring, she stayed busy for several more years by boothing flea markets where her gift for gab and eye for style were ever at work.
Many knew Claire as “Honey,” a well-deserved yet understated sobriquet. Anyone who knew Claire knew that she was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her empathy knew no bounds and there was nothing that she would not do to help her loved ones. She was one of a kind.
Claire was predeceased by her parents James and Rose, and by her dear younger brother John Nielsen. She is survived by her children Damien, John, and Elizabeth Lucadamo, niece Aileen Nielsen, and her beloved grandchildren Isabela, Luis, Liam, and Lilyana.
Her family is comforted in the knowledge that she is in Heaven uncovering hidden real estate gems, taking on all challengers in backgammon, and drinking the freshest cup of coffee that ever was.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Jospeh G. Duffy Funeral Home in Park Slope, Brooklyn on August 14th between 12-6:00 pm.
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