Nicholine "Buddie" Vitalone passed October 18, 2025 at the age of 101 1/2 years old. She was a longtime

Yonkers resident born and raised..She was predeceased by her husband Frank of 63 years and her entire Serino family

Buddie was a sought after seamstress by all. It was her love and great passion. She was always at the sewing machine.

From wedding gowns to draperies and alterations making her own patterns she was the best.

During the war she worked at North American Phillips Co, in Dobbs Ferry , grinding down crystals for airplanes, also Blare Shipyards (defense plants).It was a scary time the airaids frightened her the most.

She told stories of living through the depression in a cold water flat and the wonderful loving family she had.

She has three daughters, Roberta Susan and Regina

She has 7 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.

Mass will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church

70 Park Hill Avenue Yonkers at 10 AM Friday 10/24/25