Lorraine Viola Fasulo
July 22, 1927 ~ December 24, 2024
Born in:
Starkville, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
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Lorraine V. Fasulo, 97, affectionately known as “Rainey” and “The Highness,” passed away on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24, 2024) in Pueblo, Colo. She is survived by her daughter, Lori Ann (Joe, whom Rainey loved dearly) Gagliano; brother and sisters-in-law, Charles and Nancy Fasula, Pacifica Sandoval, and Marjorie Sandoval; nieces and nephews, Michael (Brandi), Joseph (Erica), Danene, Sharon, Rick (Joann), Brenda (George) Leonard, Donna (Ron), Gene (Janet), and Linda; great-nieces and nephews, Niccolle (Sergio), Deeandra, Ericca (Bobby), Jordan, and Luis (Jamie); great-great nieces and nephews, Nathaniel, Alyssia, Sergio, Joaquin, Charlize, and Catalina; great-great grand nephews, Nolan and Emilio who loved to go to Taffy’s with Aunt Lorraine; great-great grand niece, Adrena who is soon to be born; exchange student daughter, Millie Ortega; and her dear friend, Miok Christian, who made her “pretty” every Saturday.
She was preceded in death by the love of her life and husband, Anthony Fasulo (May 31, 2020); parents, Joe and Mary Sandoval; mother and father-in-law, Joe and Rose Fasulo; sister-in-law, Carla Fasulo; brothers and sisters, Richard, Carl, Raymond (Bertha), Esther (Lee), Dorothy (Art), Daisey, and Ruth; and best friends, Tom and Jill Brown.
Lorraine was born on July 22, 1927, in Starkville, Colo. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and going to dinner with Robert and Terri Tibbs, Phil and Sheila Pantleo, Rick and Becky DiIorio, Bob Tibbs, Sr., Beth and Kelly Johnson, Barb Robles, and Midge Montgomery. She also enjoyed swimming in the summer with the Holy Floaters, Irene Jimenez, and Mary Jo Pagano Stewart, and Christmas Eve and 4th of July dinners with Chris, Kim, Leanora, Kimber and Kadence Gagliano.
She was a member of the Sister City Commission and St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church.
We would like to thank Dr. Lance Farnworth and Dr. Charlene Hickson, for her love and compassion for taking care of Rainey till the end, and their daughters who Rainey loved as her granddaughters, Camri, Shetti, and Chandler (Brandon); and her cousin, Jim Bacino, who would bring communion to Rainey every Sunday. A special thanks to Dr. Kathryn McCaffrey & staff, Dr. Eric Lewis, Dr. Ashakiran Sunku, Pro Therapy staff especially Dane, Dru, Bill, and Misty, Chaplain Jane Farnworth for her love, support and prayers, nurse Kayleigh Medina, and her home physical therapist, Charles Milner.
Rosary followed by memorial Mass, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, at St. Mary’s Church, 307 E. Mesa Ave. Entombment, Mountain View Cemetery Chapel Mausoleum. In memory of Rainey, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences at www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Rosary: January 7, 2025 9:30 am
St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church
307 E. Mesa Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81006
719-296-8778
Memorial Mass: January 7, 2025 10:00 am
St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church
307 E. Mesa Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81006
719-296-8778
Entombment:
Mountain View Cemetery Chapel Mausoleum
1315 Acero Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
719-564-6023
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SSFCU MT CARMEL BRANCH
Lorraine was such a nice person. I’m glad I got to visit with her on a few occasions. Please accept my condolences.
With My Deepest Sympathy, Lori & Joe.
Love you Misty Mitchell
Thinking of all the great memories of you. You will be missed.
Dearest Rainey— you, Tony and Lori were the best neighbors we could have ever hoped for when we moved to Pueblo. Thank you for always looking out for my family and being so kind to my sisters and I. I will always remember the many holidays we spent baking with you and how beautiful you looked dancing at our wedding. Love Chandler & Brandon
You will remain in our hearts forever as the very special lady you’ve always been.
All our love to Lori and Joe at this difficult time. Gene & Janet
The Tennents
I remember how perfect the house always looked for the holidays, the good times we had shopping at the mall, and having our parents get together for drinks and celebration at your house. You always make sure she had the best and it’s so good that she had you in her life to always care for her and your dad. I am always here for you.
The cherished memories I hold dearly in my heart are those of your mama. I remember going to your house and always being amazed how PERFECT “Queenie” was. Her outfits, her makeup and hair were always perfect. Never a hair out of place! Her kindness was always so genuine, so bright and so welcoming. My heart goes out to you and Joe for your loss. She will be sorely missed by everyone who knew and loved her. May God bless and comfort you during this most difficult time. All my love. Lisa (Vaccaro) Dorsey
Aunt Lorraine, thank you for always being there for me. I will forever cherish all our great memories, talks and times spent together. You taught me so much what it means to me a great person of faith and to never waiver from it. You were always so kind to people and very generous. Every time I watch the Nuggets, Rockies, and Broncos I will always think of you. We watched so many great games when I was growing up in Pueblo that I’ll never forget. I know you’re with Uncle Tony now and the rest of your siblings rejoicing and happy to be together again 🙂 🙏🏼
Thank you for helping raise me and teaching me so many things about life. I will miss you and I love you so much ❤️
Lorraine was such a beautiful, beautiful lady inside and out and I enjoyed so much going to dinner with her her beautiful daughter, Lori and handsome son-in-law Joe. We have been looking forward to going to dinner soon, but due to Lorraine‘s health unfortunately we were unable to.. she will be missed by so many because she was so kind to everyone, whether it was a first meeting or a forever meeting. I send my love and condolences to Lori and Joe. Take care and know I’m here if you need me and I love you both.
My mom, Pacifica (Pat) considered you a sister not just a sister-in-law.
Love with such broken hearts but many treasured memories.
Sharon and Pat