Annunziata Masullo

in the Campania region of old Italy.

Her parents named her Annunziata

in honor of the Virgin Mary.

As a young lady she met the love of her life,

Antonio offered a love so true.

On December 10th, 1955 she became his wife

at the tender age of 22.

When they left Italy, they settled in Brooklyn, USA

where they lived for many years

'til Staten Island called them away.

She worked as a seamstress in a sweatshop,

sewing and hemming for hours non-stop.

Annunziata raised two children who brought her great joy,

Rosanna her girl and Vincent her boy.

She loved her garden, watching the fruits and vegetables growing

and in her spare time enjoyed knitting and sewing.

Holidays were a special time of the year,

when her homemade meals brought everyone cheer.

All year long, she cooked for family, neighbors and friends.

She created dishes from scratch without end.

Whether a full dinner or a light snack

when you tasted her cooking, you always came back.

So, let us celebrate Annunziata's life,

loved by all as friend, mother and wife.

Poem Written by Howard Hendrickson

Visitation will be held at Casey Funeral Home, 350 Slosson Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314, US, on June 5, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

A Funeral Service will take place at St. Sylvester Roman Catholic Church, 856 Targee St, New York, NY 10304, US, on June 6, 2026, at 10:00 am. A Committal Service will follow at The Green-Wood Cemetery, 25th St, New York, NY 11232, US, on June 6, 2026, at 11:30 am.