Pierina (Pearl) Tucci passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Sunday, June 1, 2003 at the age of 97 years. Beloved wife of 63 years to the late Guiseppe. Most devoted mother of Primo, Laura Erlandson (late Curt) of Ohio, Guido (Olga), Norman (late Barbara), Donna Donofrio (Hank) and the late Carmen & Joseph (Naomi of Sault Ste. Marie). Cherished grandmother of 19, great grandmother of 29 and great great grandmother of 6. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters, Arthur Tadashore (Emma), Mary Kucher (Jim), Jean Silvi (Gino), Charles Tadashore (Teresa of Sault Ste. Marie) and Albert Tadashore (Bernadette). Beloved family friend of Angela Roberts of Italy. Special aunt to many nieces and nephews. Pearl will always be remembered as a special friend and mentor to the Italian community of Sault Ste. Marie. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Wednesday, June 4 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, June 5 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Jim Ketzler officiating. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Our Lady of Mount Carmel or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
