Florence C. Lund
Visitation:
Wednesday
February 22, 2023
3 - 8 PM
Location:
John Krtil Funeral Home
1297 1st Ave
New York, NY 10021
Funeral Mass:
Thursday
February 23, 2023
10 AM
Location:
St. Joseph's Church
404 E87th St
New York, NY 10128
Private Cremation
On February 15th Florence Catherine Lund (September 29,1948- February 15, 2023) passed from this life. Florence was born and raised in Yorkville on the east side of Manhattan. The beloved daughter of Augustino and Jane Casella. Florence was the oldest of five children, the only girl and beloved sister of Fr. David ( predeceased) Stephen (predeceased) ,Michael (and sister in law Linda )and Joseph. Florence was a beloved sister in law to Helene (predeceased) and Marlene. Florence was a loving Aunt to Matthew, Katie and Jack. Florence began to date the love of her life and soul mate Ernest Lund (predeceased) when they were 16. Florence and Ernie built quite the life together. They welcomed four children into the world. Christopher, Susan, Andrea and Andrew wanted for nothing as their parents loved them unconditionally and were loving role models. Florence was the rock on which her family was built. She set aside her own career in nursing to stay home and raise her four children.
Florence was a shining example for her children on what love is. Family was everything to Florence. As her children grew and fell in love, Florence welcomed her sons and daughters in law ( Tim, Jen, Kelby and Sam) as her own. They felt Florence’s unconditional love. She took care of everyone; her mother when she battled lung cancer. Her father in law when he suffered a life altering stroke. Most recently her beloved brother Stephen when their father passed away. Mom cared for Stephen until her own illness made this no longer possible. Florence’s greatest joy in life was being the Grandmother to 11 amazing children. Christopher, Brendan, Aiden, Grace, Sean, Sophia, Kristen, Elizabeth, Caroline, Julie and Jude all know how very loved they were by Grandma. She loved every moment she spent with them most especially at her favorite place on earth, Long Beach Island. Many summers were spent in Florence’s happy place where long lasting memories of love were made. Florence will be missed beyond belief, but her children, sons and daughters in law, grandchildren and family will carry on her legacy of love.
Rest well Florence you, above all, have earned your peace.
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Donna M. Hamilton, a beloved mother, was born on December 27, 1943 in Kansas City, MO and peacefully passed away in the early evening of October 31, 2025. Donna’s faith guided her outlook to motherhood and to life. Donna grew up throughout the state of Texas. After graduating high school, her family moved to Washington, D. C. She eventually met and later married Vernon Hamilton (1930-2014); they had three children. Donna enjoyed participating in her church's events, embroidery, watching Hallmark movies, and most of all being with her family and friends. She had a beautiful smile and a kind, friendly personality that was noticed by everyone. Donna retired from New York Presbyterian Hospital after working as a Physician’s Assistant for over 35 years. She worked in the ambulatory surgery and plastic surgery departments, but her passion was in plastic surgery. Donna was phenomenal and highly respected in her field and often would be called upon to help the student physicians. Donna is survived by her three children: Scott, Melody, and Todd, an older brother, John Scott, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her grandson, Hamilton, who lived nearby, was often at her apartment visiting, going to the store for her when it became too difficult, or trying to keep her spirit up. Donna was loving, kind, charming, and unforgettable. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and she will continue to inspire us all. Two quotes that our mother always told us (and the grandchildren and great-grandchildren): “treat others the way you wanted to be treated” and “do not compare yourself to others because for always there will be greater and lesser persons than you.”
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