Fall River – Emma (Gardella) Basso, 99, of Westport died Thursday, October 6, 2005 at Charlton Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the widow of Sylvester D. Basso.
She was born in Greenwich Village, New York, daughter of the late John and Maria Gardella, and had lived in Lake Wales, Florida prior to moving to Westport 3 years ago. Prior to her retirement, she was a secretary for Seeman Brothers Company, New York. Mrs. Basso was a home caregiver for her husband, sister and sister-in-law. She enjoyed attending Westport Senior Day Care Center. She also enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family.
She is survived by 2 nieces: Irene Gavriluk of Westport and Sr. Joyce Gardella, F.M.M. of N. Smithfield, RI; a nephew: William Gardella of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; a great niece: Danielle Gavriluk; a great nephew: Thomas Gavriluk; 3 great great nephews; and a great great great nephew.
She was the sister of the late Emilio Gardella, William Gardella and Lena Gardella, aunt of the late Gloria Fitzpatrick and great aunt of the late Dina Fitzgerald.
Mass of Christian Burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be Tuesday, October 11, 2005 at Our Lady of Pompei Church, Greenwich, New York at 10:30 A.M.
Calling hours Sunday, October 9, 2005, 6 – 8 P.M. at the Potter Funeral Home, 81 Reed Road, Westport.
Interment will be in Ferncliff Cemetery, Hartsdale, New York.