Albena Barbara Ramoselli Aiello Obituary (1921 - 2012)

Loving daughter, wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and matriarch of our family passed away July 14, 2012. Albena “Bena” was born on February 10, 1921 in Frontier, Wyoming to Joseph and Teresa Ramoselli. Received her early education in Frontier, Wyoming before moving to Murray, Utah in 1930. Graduated from Granite High School where her favorite class was homemaking. Married Frank Aiello on May 7, 1942. He preceded her in death in 1980.Mom’s greatest joy was her family and her “boys”. Cooking, baking, and feeding everyone that stopped by was her passion and her legacy. Her table was always filled with scrumptious Italian delicacies. If you left her house hungry “it was your own fault.” Many family memories were created around the Aiello Family dinner table at various holiday gatherings. “Mangia, Mangia” was her favorite mantra.Faithful member of St. Vincent Catholic Parish where in her earlier years she spent many volunteer hours in the kitchen cooking for various fundraising events. She was also a member of the St. Vincent Golden Club.Survived by sister Norma, sons; Joseph (Sherlene), Frank (Adell) and Fred (Anitsa), 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, husband Frank, brothers Louie and Joseph and grandson, Christopher.The family would like to express their gratitude to Bena’s “girls” who patiently cared for her the last few years; Sandy, Stacie, Charlotte and Rosemary.Friends may call Sunday, July 22 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church, 1375 Spring Lane with Vigil Service at 7:30. Funeral Mass, Monday, July 23 at 11:00 AM at the church with viewing one hour prior. Interment: Murray City Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice in memory of Albena.