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Sheeri, Alon, Denur & Ore (Emma) Novick planted 3 trees in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Monday, April 29, 2024
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The Bernstock Family. planted 10 trees in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Thursday, May 9, 2024
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I dream of you every night
I hope I never stop
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kim begonja posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Eulogy
by Nicole ❤️
Good morning - I’m Eleanor’s cousin Nicole for those of you that don’t know me. I’m going to try my hardest to get through this. I didn’t think I’d be able to do it, but I know she would have done it for me.
We gather here today to remember, to mourn, and to celebrate the life of Eleanor Birrittella, a life that was cut tragically short, but a life that was lived to the absolute fullest.
I speak for everyone here when I offer my deepest condolences to her parents, Nancy and Richie, her sister Kim, her brother Richie, her nephew Nick and her niece Sofia. As well as her boyfriend Dean and her brother-in-law, Mike and sister-in-law, Emma.
Eleanor was a person who embraced life with open arms, viewed new and exciting experiences as a gift and who believed in making each moment count. Her life was not a slow march, but a spirited dance. She had more friends than anyone else, her smile lit up a room with her deep dimples and bright eyes and she was the most generous person in the world; always showing up with gifts for the kids in her life. She’d go above and beyond to make the best antipasto for Christmas; most of it was stuff she didn’t even eat. She was always the first one there for a friend in need and everything she did, she did with so much pride; from being the biggest Bills fan we all know, to making the move to become a part of the westchester county department of corrections, and to becoming a dog mom to Roxi and Leah; these things weren’t just a part of her life, they were the things that filled her with dignity. Everything she did, was done with her whole heart, a heart that was so big and so kind.
Eleanor excelled at anything she put her mind to from as early back as I can remember; soccer, school, her career, the spartan races, and all things athletic; but none more important than being a friend, a sister, a daughter, a niece, an aunt, a girlfriend, a co-worker and a cousin. Her spirit was not just an inspiration, it was a force, a beacon, a guiding light.
I looked up to Eleanor for all of my teenage years. She was so fun. So fearless. So pretty. I will forever cherish the memories I have of her picking me up from the bus stop when I was in high school in her teal green civic with the “Italian princess” decal on the back. I would feel so cool because she was MY cousin. We would drive around, get candy at 7-11 (because she was always a child at the core) and stop by some of her friends houses; it was a life I felt so privileged to be a part of, as if she was allowing me into a secret club. Looking back, I can picture it like it was yesterday. She was this tall, beautiful, athletic, girl with her crop top, perfect body and multiple belly button piercings, god she was so cool - and here I was, her 15 year old cousin in a catholic school uniform, knee highs and all, just tagging along, yet she never once made me feel like I belonged anywhere other than right there, riding shotgun next to her. I never felt more accepted than when I was with her. She would proudly introduce me as “her little cousin Nicole” and I would feel on top of the world when the older kids at Murray’s on a Friday night would know me as just that - “El’s little cousin”.
We’ll all miss her zest for planning a party or a vacation. She’d have everyone dressed in a matching outfit and the theme would be executed with every chochky she could find at the dollar store. Having fun was her passion, it was her form of self-expression, the way she celebrated life.
I invite each of us to carry forward the essence of Eleanor's spirit. Let us be the storytellers of an incredible life lived. Let us honor Eleanor by embodying the love and joy she shared so generously.
If you look around this room, you can see the imprint she left on everyone she has met, she has touched all of our lives and all of our hearts including the inmate population she handled. I know she has bestowed that same sense of belonging that I felt growing up on each of you. I realize now, it wasn’t just me she was allowing into her secret club, she had let us all in. It was her gift that we can hold onto for the rest of our lives. We are not just mourning her absence, we are celebrating a life that was lived to the fullest, a spirit that was invincible, and a legacy that is timeless.
My dear cousin, thank you for the honor of being part of your journey. Your friendship has been one of the greatest gifts of my life. Rest in peace, knowing you are loved, and your memory will forever be a guiding star in the hearts of those who were privileged to know you. Until we meet again, El.
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kim begonja posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
“I want you to know that Eleanor’s dedicated service at our Department had a positive impact on all levels of our workforce and the individuals in our care. She entered our training academy in October of 2021, laser focused and determined to learn the job. At the end of that 12 week training period, Correction Officer Eleanor Birrittella received the “Top Student” award, which is presented to an individual who is highly motivated and who excelled in every aspect of the academy training, academic, physical, firearms, defensive tactics and leadership skills. Of note, she was selected out of a group of 47 individuals, which captured who Eleanor was as a person and how she approached life’s challenges.
That commitment to excellence carried over to her first assignment in our Jail Division, where she quickly earned the respect and admiration from her new colleagues. Although it traditionally takes a long time for new correction officers to adjust to a fast-pace jail environment, it was evident to us that Eleanor was different. In a short span of time, she earned the reputation of being an exceptional correction, a trusted colleague and a role model for others.”
Joseph K. Spano
Commissioner
Westchester County Department of Correction
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Eulogy for Eleanor Birrittella
written by Nicole Galante
We gather here today to remember, to mourn, and to celebrate the life of Eleanor Birrittella, a life that was cut tragically short, but a life that was lived to the absolute fullest.
I speak for everyone here when I offer my deepest condolences to her parents, Nancy and Richie, her sister Kim, her brother Richie, her nephew Nick and her niece Sofia. As well as her boyfriend Dean and her brother-in-law, Mike and sister-in-law, Emma.
Eleanor was a person who embraced life with open arms, viewed new and exciting experiences as a gift and who believed in making each moment count. Her life was not a slow march, but a spirited dance. She had more friends than anyone else, her smile lit up a room with her deep dimples and bright eyes and she was the most generous person in the world, always showing up with gifts for the kids in her life. She’d go above and beyond to make the best antipasto for Christmas; most of it was stuff she didn’t even eat. She was always the first one there for a friend in need and everything she did, she did with so much pride - from being the biggest Bills fan we all know, to making the move to become a part of the Westchester County Department of Corrections, and to becoming a dog mom to Roxi and Leah; these things weren’t just a part of her life, they were the things that filled her with dignity. Everything she did, was done with her whole heart, a heart that was so big and so kind.
Eleanor excelled at anything she put her mind to from as early back as I can remember; soccer, school, her career, the spartan races, and all things athletic, but none more important than being a friend, a sister, a daughter, a niece, an aunt, a girlfriend, a co-worker and a cousin. Her spirit was not just an inspiration, it was a force, a beacon, a guiding light.
I looked up to Eleanor for all of my teenage years. She was so fun. So fearless. So pretty. I will forever cherish the memories I have of her picking me up from the bus stop when I was in high school in her teal green civic with the “Italian princess” decal on the back. I would feel so cool because she was MY cousin. We would drive around, get candy at 7-11 (because she was always a child at the core) and stop by some of her friends houses; it was a life I felt so privileged to be a part of, as if she was allowing me into a secret club. Looking back, I can picture it like it was yesterday. She was this tall, beautiful, athletic, girl with her crop top, perfect body and multiple belly button piercings, God she was so cool - and here I was, her 15 year old cousin in a catholic school uniform, knee highs and all, just tagging along, yet she never once made me feel like I belonged anywhere other than right there, riding shotgun next to her. I never felt more accepted than when I was with her. She would proudly introduce me as “her little cousin Nicole” and I would feel on top of the world when the older kids at Murray’s on a Friday night would know me as just that - “El’s little cousin”.
We’ll all miss her zest for planning a party or a vacation. She’d have everyone dressed in a matching outfit and the theme would be executed with every “chotchke” she could find at the dollar store. Having fun was her passion, it was her form of self-expression, the way she celebrated life.
I invite each of us to carry forward the essence of Eleanor's spirit. Let us be the storytellers of an incredible life lived. Let us honor Eleanor by embodying the love and joy she shared so generously.
If you look around this room, you can see the imprint she has left on everyone she has met, she has touched all of our lives and all of our hearts including the inmate population she handled. I know she has bestowed that same sense of belonging that I felt growing up on each of you. I realize now, it wasn’t just me she was allowing into her secret club, she had let us all in. It was her gift that we can hold onto for the rest of our lives. We are not just mourning her absence, we are celebrating a life that was lived to the fullest, a spirit that was invincible, and a legacy that is timeless.
My dear cousin, thank you for the honor of being part of your journey. Your friendship has been one of the greatest gifts of my life. Rest in peace, knowing you are loved and your memory will forever be a guiding star in the hearts of those who were privileged to know you. Until we meet again, El.
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El - preparing myself to write this was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do, but reading it for you at your mass was an honor I will hold onto for the rest of my life. I knew it was something I had to do for you because you would have done it for me without a second thought. I hope you were there, I hope you felt the outpouring of love and I hope you can rest peacefully knowing the impact you left here on Earth. I love you forever and I promise to keep your memory alive.
Love,
Nicole
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Sunday, April 28, 2024
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Thanks for naming our baby <3
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El,
I wouldn’t wish the events of this past week on my worst enemy. As I write this, it’s been 7 days, 3 hours and 14 minutes (4/20 at 16:40PM) since I received the call that has turned our worlds completely upside down. Everything is a blur. Time has stood still since you left and has also kept going. It all feels surreal. I want to wake up, yet part of me wants to stay asleep because I keep dreaming you come back to us. In these moments, I feel the warmth of your smile and the happiness that overflows Richard’s body when you walk into the room for your reunion. It is a sight I will never unsee or stop longing for.
You meant the world to him. I don’t think he will ever be the same Richard again after this. When I got the call from Kim, we were in a restaurant and I had to tell him the news. I will never forget the thoughts racing through my mind as I stared at him. I vividly remember taking one last look at him as the Richard I knew — Richard with his life as he knew it. A life with you, beside him, since the day he was born.
It is an impossible task to summarize what you have done for me or us in this lifetime. How can I represent the profound impact you have made on our lives when the English language is unable to even begin articulating the capacity?
I remember repeatedly asking my mom and praying for a sister when I was growing up. You became that for me in 2018 and welcomed me with open arms when I came into Richard’s life. You are the sister I have always wanted but even better. Pure. Genuine. Dependable. Loyal. Magnetic. Radiant. Timeless. Divine. Royal. Badass.
The outpouring love and support we have received this past week is insurmountable. I have never seen so much unity from an entire community. So much honor for one person. People are hosting annual fishing trips in your honor, motorcycle rides, and who knows what else will come with time. There is a clear indication of how many lives you touched during your time here. Your existence is a lasting impression in it of itself. You have always been the glue of the family. The glue no matter where you go. We all just wish we could have a lifetime supply of your sticky goodness. There is nothing stronger than it.
I promise to take care of Richard. I will do everything in my power to keep him safe (and help him remember his Netflix and Hulu passwords). The same goes for Dean, Roxi, Leah, mom, dad, Kim, Sof, Nicky, Mike, Bauer, and all the best friends you considered your family.
Please check in on us. Send us signs. Sprinkle the light and love you have always embodied because our souls need it. It’s hard to breathe without you.
Things that will always remind me of you:
Anything Buffalo Bills. Red and blue together. Black clothing. Black nail polish. The gym. Planet fitness. Beaded bracelets. Green tea shots. Pitbulls. Silver glitter. Egg salad sandwiches. Inspirational quotes (especially about brave women). Burnt hot dogs. Meat cooked well-done. Sleeked back buns. Toe rings. Black hair. Straight hair. Fried string beans. Havainas flip flops. Tanning oil. Kinesiology tape. When someone complains of back pain. Strapless sundresses. Country music. Shedded snake skin (ew). The tilted laughing emoji. Rhinestones. Weights. Motorcycles. Tattoos. Seashells. Anything related to the beach. Gun ranges. People in uniform. Beer. Bars. Dream catchers. Victoria’s Secret body sprays. Holidays. Blink 182. Video games. Westchester. Yonkers. Florida. Our blue couch. Home decor. Sunshine. The sun.
You will always be my home
My supposed-to-be Maid of Honor
My sister
My angel
A force to be reckoned with
One of them girls
You will always live in my heart
In our home
And in everything we do
Thank you for everything
I love you
Forever and ever
<3 Emma
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James Nolan posted a condolence
Sunday, April 28, 2024
The nicest and kindest person I have ever met. Eleanor was genuinely a great person with her infectious smile, personality, and positivity. Her loss is something that doesn’t make sense and she will forever be missed by many.
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My dearest El,
Where do I begin?! 7th grade is where it all started for you and I, and since then we were inseparable. We had the type of friendship that no one could ever break and would be insanely lucky to have. That once in a lifetime bond of two best friends who were like sisters and family to each other.
Allow me to tell you one more time how I really felt about you, (and maybe just shout out to the world to let them know how amazing you were..although I’m sure they felt the same way I do)
- You had a smile that lit up the room. Those dimples on your face were pretty dope too!
-You were a one bad a** chic! Lucky to have you in our lives is an understatement. You were and are irreplaceable.
-You were selfless, caring and loving.
-You were the best god mommy to David in the world. Boy, was he lucky to have you!
-You helped me with every up and down in my life. What would I do to have just one more conversation with you!
-Everyone could always count on you, and you always showed up for all of us!
To be very honest, this is just a fraction of my list about all the amazing things that I can say about you, but I guess I’ll save some pages to all the other people who want to contribute here.
I love you so so so much! I miss you like crazy!
Love you always and forever,
Kathy
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Dearest Elle,
I hope you know how much our entire family loved you… and how much you are going to be missed. We can’t believe you’re gone.
You were the puzzle piece we have been searching for… a perfect fit for our family. A perfect partner for Dean, a wonderful “aunt” ~ more like a big sister to my girls. Giulio and I loved you the minute we met you… everyone did. We were so happy Dean found you.
I remember when he first told me about you. It was love at first site… he told me how pretty he thought you were when you pulled into the parking lot and parked next to him…. And how cool he thought you were when he got to know you walking together from the parking lot to class in the mornings. I am not sure if I ever told you that.
We weren’t surprised at all why he fell in love with you. We realized as soon as we met you at graduation that you were as beautiful on the inside as you were on the outside.
Dean was so proud of you… he bragged how you crushed the physical challenges in the academy, had the highest GPA in your class and was SO incredibly proud that you were receiving the Honor Student Award. He told me to take lots of pictures at graduation.
I remember my mother in law and I talking about you the entire car ride home. We talked about how beautiful you were, so sweet and nice and what a beautiful smile you had. It was obvious to us why Dean couldn’t wait for us to meet you.
You were always so happy, always smiling and laughing… making us laugh. So silly and fun to be around. Fiercely competitive when it came to making gingerbread houses!! So creative making your turkey-fruit platter at Thanksgiving that Dean teased you about.
You were so down to earth and easy to please… so appreciative of the little things. You loved the dive bag Giulio gave you to put your shells in. You were so excited… you couldn’t wait to fill it up on your next shelling adventure in Florida. I wish we could have gone shelling together. I wish you were still here so we could create many more memories together as a family.
We loved that you were both blocks from our house… and would walk over with Dean and the girls to visit.
You were such a good dog-mom to the girls. Making delicious, home cooked, nutritious meals for Roxi and Leah. You worked long hard hours at the Correction facility and then came home and spent countless hours training them. You took such great care of the girls and Dean.
You felt like family from the first time we met you… and our family with never be the same without you. You will be forever missed. You were taken from all of us too soon. We will love and miss you always.
Rest in heavenly peace until we meet again,
JeanMarie and Giulio
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Lisa Valente planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Friday, April 26, 2024
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Bernadette Lawler Sciarabba posted a condolence
Friday, April 26, 2024
El was a bright, shining, happy & gregarious friend. We met through politics, had a lot of inside jokes and always were laughing about the lunacy of it all for 20 years. She always was smiling. A pure, happy and kind heart ❤️ - I will miss my dear friend. She was beyond happy & proud to get strong, healthy & become & a CO. It was her purpose. Every time I put on a Buffalo Bills game, I will think of you & your Bills Mafia fan! Watch over us sweet one. We already miss you. My condolences to Richie, Nancy, Kim & Richie.
Heaven has gained an amazing angel.
As we always said to each other, love you girl,
Bernadette Lawler Sciarabba
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El, You were my best friend for the first half of my life. Although our friendship may have drifted apart over the last decade whenever we would pop back into each other's lives we always could pick up as if we were still 12yrs old.
I can't help but think about all the firsts that we shared together. Our first day of school, learning how to ride a bike, learning to rollerblade, and so many more.
You were always fearless and independent. When our parents would say we could not go over each other's house you were the one who hopped the fence so we could play together. We had countless summers tormenting our siblings and parents getting into trouble but always having fun. You were never afraid and I always envied you for taking chances. You would climb the tree, scale the wall, flip into the pool, climb on a roof to get a ball back for me, and of course jump a fence. You were always up for the dare. You would find a way to get us into trouble & I usually took the fall or had to get us out of it. That same fearless little girl had the compassion to hold my hand in school or at a party & tell me it was OK & get me to come play and help me up when I fell off my bike. I only hope that my sons find a friend like you to grow up with.
As we got older we went our separate ways but always spent our summers together; playing sports, pool jumping in & out of each other's yards, iced tea & lemonade sales, building forts, and driving our neighbors crazy with our next scheme. I can't help but remember all the dances, trips to the movies, sport time, the diner, & dunkin donuts. When we got our licenses I of course was afraid to drive but you weren't, so you drove.
When I would come home from college I would always look forward to hearing you yell out your window, "Hey looser, what are you doing?" We probably didn't realize it then but it was like we were 10 all over again just catching up chatting, laughing, and making fun of stuff.
You always looked out for me whether it was making sure I could get my straw in my ectocooler juice box or offering to be my date to a sweet 16 or the prom. I couldn't have asked for a better friend. I am so sorry that you are gone. I am heartbroken for your friends and family.
I am proud of everything you did in your life you made great strides in your professional & personal life over the years. The last few times we spoke we always talked about getting together & watching all our old home movies & pics together from our childhood. We will never get that chance which sadness me but taking this trip down memory lane made me realize how lucky we were to have each other in our lives during that time of our life. I'll never forget you & always hold a special place in my heart for you!
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Eleanor was a friend when I needed one the most. I will cherish every memory I was fortunate enough to have with her. She was kind hearted and willing to drop everything if you needed her. She will forever live on in our memories.
Love Always,
Frances
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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Rest in Peace Eleanor. You were always so kind to me at all of the Birrittella family gatherings. You were a beautiful soul and you have left us all with beautiful memories. May you RIP and reunite with our beloved Uncle Mike. Love always, Raquel, Vincent, Carmine and Ava
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Lorraine Adiletta posted a condolence
Thursday, April 25, 2024
I met Eleanor a few years ago by taking the class she was giving.
Only Eleanor could make you look forward to that class. Her sense of humor, her kindness and a smile that lights up a room literally made the time fly.
She is a beautiful soul and it was an honor and privilege to be given the chance to have her in my life. I will forever be grateful that I was given that opportunity.
Rest in peace beautiful angel.
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Valeska Mancilla planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Thursday, April 25, 2024
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SUMAYA SAMARNEH posted a condolence
Thursday, April 25, 2024
" NAKED I CAME OUT OF MY MOTHER'S WOMB, AND NAKED I WILL RETURN THERE. THE LORD GAVE AND THE LORD HAS TAKEN AWAY. BLESSED BE THE NAME OF THE LORD." YOUR MEMORY WILL BE ETERNAL. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
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Alessandro, Antonio, GianFranca & Julianna Polselli planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Anthony & Dale Pagano planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Dear Nancy, Richie, and family - Sending our love, prayers, and deepest sympathy to all of you. May Eleanor rest in peace and fly with the angels. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Eleanor's infectious laughter and irresistible charm are what instantly turn coworkers into pals. Our shared love of sports and video games were our badges of a beautiful friendship. Creativity fueled her intellect, while her amazing selfless spirit made every encounter truly magical. Her friendly and adventurous persona lit up football sundays and game nights like none other! There will never be 'game over' to reminiscing on the joy she brought to us all. El I will Always remember you and the memories we’ve created over the last 14 years. I love you El and always will. May you Rest in Peace my friend and save a seat for me at the bar up there for when the pats play the bills ……….Lets go Bills
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Maryann Erickson posted a condolence
Thursday, April 25, 2024
She was an exceptional person always willing to strive to be the best and she was will allwaysrememberher bia d elections may she rest in peace
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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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El,
I’m still trying to process all of this. My life without you won’t be the same. You were my best friend, my sister, my family, my other half, and the best god mommy to David. I’m not really sure how to live life without you in it. Ever since we met in 7th grade, there was no separating us. We did everything together. Our first piercings, tattoos, beeper codes, first everything. I never thought there would be a day where we would no longer have “our first” something, or engage in yet another amazing adventure that we always came up with. You were amazing, smart, courageous, caring, selfless, “the problem solver”, a bad ass friend, and the list just goes on. I’m so lost, and I’m so jealous of the angels gaining you as part of their crew. I love you so much! Till we meet again!❤️
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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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El… where do I start… we’ve been through it all together the good the bad the happy and the sad. I remember the first day I saw you like it was yesterday your smile with your insanely deep dimple lit up the place. Who would have known that day would be the start of a chapter in our lives together. We experienced so much we traveled the world together we went to country concerts, sporting events, and of coarse our football Sundays became religious. I will cherish our memories forever. You were by my side through some of the most difficult times in my life. When we lost our dear friend Joe you consoled me you were always the strong one in our relationship. I know you are with him in heaven now cheering on the bills together. Eventually we separated and went down different paths in life and that chapter together came to an end. But a new chapter began a chapter of friendship mutual care and always looking out for one another. Meeting a person like you is rare in this world you were the type of amazing human beings the world needs more of to make it a better place. A truly beautiful person inside and out I was blessed to have shared part of my life with you. When I got the tragic news that you left us a part of me left with you. I know you are shining down on all of us please look after me like you always did. My heart and soul goes out to the Birrittella family, Dean, your fur babies, and all of your friends. Your life and legacy will live on in our hearts. Until we meet again in heaven to write our next chapter together my eternal friend Eleanor… Love Bryan
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Pete and Beth Anne Ferraro planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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suzanne johnson posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
A beautiful girl inside and out...Always a pleasure working with you when Election Time rolled around...Rest in Peace with the other Angels dear Eleanor.
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Tamika lit a candle
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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El, I will miss you so much I only knew you for about 2 years but you were my favorite neighbor. I will miss coming downstairs every morning and seeing you smiling at 6am walking those sweet little angels. I know how much you love your fur babies I am watching over them. Rest in Peace
Tamika
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Kathy Bryant planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Jen Getler lit a candle
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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El…it’s been awhile but you’ve always been someone that left an impact on my life. When we met, it was an instant friendship. You taught me how to drive a stick shift and made me feel like I could do anything I wanted…who cared what anyone thought. Your smile was one of a kind and I’ll always remember our summer nights back in the day. May you rest easy and your family find peace in knowing that you lived every day to the fullest. Love and miss you always ❤️ Jen
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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Oh, my sweet El. Has 2024 not taken enough from us? The last time I saw you, was at my brother’s wake—how is it that today, on the two month anniversary of his passing am I writing this now for you!???
My heart is in pieces. In just three short years, you became someone so special to me. My animal advocate sister, our love for tattoos, and our unconventional need to scatter q-tips on unsuspecting beds. I still have your seltzer in my fridge!
I’m reeling.
I’m having to place a bandaid
over a bandaid
over my already shattered soul.
I wish we had seen each other on Friday, in the so many attempts in the last few months it just wasn’t happening. I’ve been grieving, and now—even more so.
I asked Ignacio to receive you and show you around, please tell him how much I miss him and how I will forever miss you, and your smile with those dimples that always made me feel so happy. Keep my brother safe up there please, because if anyone can look out for him with genuine love, it’s you, El.
I miss you, I love you, I’m so grateful for being able to call you my beautiful friend. Goodnight, baby girl.
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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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El,
This is very hard to write. I want to thank you for all the wonderful times we had at work and outside of work. Thank you for loving Quincy (Buddy).
You will forever be in my heart.
Sleep In Peace my friend.
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Pat Sarno posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
I met Eleanor when she did the classes for the elections. She was such a kind, helpful, smart teacher with a loving smile. I was so heartbroken to hear she passed away. She left us too soon. Jimmy and I thought she was destined for great things.
Our sympathies to her family and all the people whose life she touched. We wish she could have been with us so much longer. God is receiving a beautiful lady into His arms.
With our deepest sympathy,
Pat Sarno, Jimmy Kucewicz
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Vincent lit a candle
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Just talked to you while you were away celebrating you 40th .. busted your chops as usual… :( love ya
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Heather lit a candle
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Sweet Eleanor, my memories of you are short but sweet, some are from when we were knee high to a cannoli, some are tattooed covered, but either way they're way too short and not enough. Sleep safe sweet Queen. All our love always
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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Eleanor, there are so many words to describe you but the ones that stick out are genuine, loyal, dedicated, supportive, fun, passionate, hard-working, amazing, graceful, smart, respectful. The list goes on!
You were just an overall great person that always knew the right things to say and do. You were the one who would rally everyone to be there for others in need. You did things out of the goodness of your heart because you were so kind that way. You had the best advice and always had the mature, reasonable suggestions. We had so many good and crazy times together. You came to most of my family parties and everyone loved you. You fit right in everywhere you go because of your alluring, charismatic personality.
-When Gavin’s nursery furniture arrived, you showed right up with your toolbox and helped put everything together.
-You motivated me to go to the gym at 5am and showed me how to use all the machines. (Even if I did only last 3 weeks)
-You created about 200 bracelets for kids in the hospital during Covid and I always thought that was so selfless and thoughtful of you.
- Whenever we went to our friends house, you always had a gift in hand for their kids.
-You were the least judgmental person and never had a negative thing to say about anyone.
-I loved our bike rides up the bike path where you had to keep stopping so I could catch my breathe and drink water.
-You loved a good girls trip, we had so many good times in Nashville, Maryland, syracuse, Mexico, Casino trips and our random girls night out.
-You made the best green tea shots and they will forever remind me of you and all the good times we cheered and celebrated.
-Football Sunday will always be a day to celebrate you and your love for the Bills.
-You were so passionate about everything you did and didn’t care what others thought.
I’m not only losing a best friend but someone I considered a sister that I could always count on and enjoyed being around. I know this isn’t goodbye, but till we meet again, fly high and watch over Gavin and I. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sleep in peace Eleanor, love you!
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siobhan kelly planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Eleanor, you were an amazing person and friend! Ill think of you and all our precious memories everyday till we meet again! Fly high Angel, Love you! Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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The world just seems emptier without you EL. You have no idea how much you will be missed. We love you and will cherish all the amazing memories and adventures. My little girl told me this morning that I didn’t have to be sad anymore, that once I get to heaven, l will see you again. Rest peacefully my spartan queen, until we meet again.
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Costa Family Costa Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
El
These days have been very hard to process. We still can’t believe it.
It was a pleasure to have known you.
Even though we did’t see you, we still kept in touch in someway.
We knew that you were happy and that’s what mattered.
We will always remember and cherish
the happy memories we had together including our trips to Portugal and Disney. You were with us through good and bad times. We will never forget that.
You were a beautiful, kind loving person
and your smile lit up a room.
You will truly be missed.
Our deepest condolences to your parents, sister and brother.
Love you always
Alice, Tony and our family in the US and Portugal.
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Dante Quinn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
I am so sorry to hear that Eleanor passed away. To family and friends my thoughts and prayers go out to you. For the past 5 years, I have been doing the elections as an inspector, and trained with Eleanor many times. She always lit up the training room. Kept it always interesting and was very kind and thoughtful. She made you want to continue. My thoughts and prayers are with Her and family....
Dante M. Quinn
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Ugh El, I can't believe that I'm here writing a message to you on here instead of texting you about our next mutual schedule for the Summer or just getting through life together, you were definitely the Administrator of our partnership and I'm going to so miss you and your perfectionist/anxiety ridden ways, your, oh so perfect, bubbly penmanship and your ways of just not stressing anything or ever really sounding angry or upset although I'd get so mad for you because you were always so nice even to those who didn't deserve it. You taught me alot in the few years that I've known you and for that I'm so grateful. I will always hold you near and dear to my heart and keep your memory as alive as possible for the rest of my years to come. We'll always be partners just as we promised, no matter what! I'm going to miss you painstakingly, I promise to be there for your fur babies whenever they may need me. Heaven has gained another amazing, beautifully tattooed and gentle soul, until we meet again, El... I love you, sleep in peace my dear friend and sister in blue, I'm going to celebrate your 40th just as we planned to!
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Anonymous planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Monday, April 22, 2024
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My prayers and sincere condolences are with all of you; Richie, Nancy, Kim, Richie Jr. and Dean. I am truly sorry for your loss. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Monday, April 22, 2024
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Laurie and Danny planted a tree in memory of Eleanor Birrittella
Monday, April 22, 2024
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Monday, April 22, 2024
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Eleanor was one of my best friends. She was someone I always wanted to hang out with. Especially when it came to football. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. My favorite memories of her were always just laughing and enjoying the moment. Didn’t matter what we were doing. I’m going to miss her. So much. I was blessed to call her my friend.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Eleanor Birrittella
Monday, April 22, 2024
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My sincere condolences to the family. The passing of my fellow sister in blue really hit home for me. Officer Birrittella was truly a sweet soul, a great officer to work with and most of all a great example of an exceptional Correction Officer. Rest in heavenly peace and thank you for the precious moments we shared on the blocks. You will never be forgotten!!!
Officer Gonzalez #1944
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