Nellie was born in Huinca Renanco, Argentina on July 15th, 1930.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband Carlos in February of 2000.
Nellie devoted her life to serving others, especially the handicapped and disabled. After immigrating to the United States in 1957 and raising her family, Nellie attained a college degree and became an integral part of the staff at Jawonio in New City, NY. She served as a case and residence hall manager to children, adults and families with disabilities and medical needs. She considered her clients and her friends there, her second family.
Nellie had a great passion for many things. Her family, traveling, animals, knitting, paying it forward, her grandchildren and cooking. Her empanadas, flan, gnocchi’s and Italian cheese cake were of legend.
Survivors include her loving brother Oscar Nicoletti and wife Esther, of Florida; her devoted son, Enrique and his wife Terri, of Pearl River NY; cherished daughter, Anna Cafaro, of Denver, CO, four adored grandchildren, Bridget, Christopher and Michael Cafaro and Nina Mascheroni; and a special niece, Alicia, of Haverstraw, NY; Nellie considered everyone family and leaves behind many cherished friends and loved ones in Florida and in Argentina.
Funeral mass for Nelida Cafaro Friday 01/31/2020 11:00 a.m.
Church of the Presentation 271 West Saddle River Road
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
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