Philomena Farrell

Philomena Farrell, 90, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

Born in Amsterdam on October 26, 1933, she is the daughter of the late Nazzareno and Rose Persico Tucciarelli.

Phil graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch Senior High School with the class of 1952.

She worked as a receptionist at Amsterdam Primary Care Center and assistant to Dr. Thomas R. Achtyl, MD.

On November 15, 1953, she married Richard J. Farrell, and together raised four children, David P. (Joe Ray Parker) Farrell, Lisa (Robert) DiCaprio, Kristy (William) Sobkowicz, and Paul (Claudia) Farrell.

Along with her children, Phil is survived by eight grandchildren, Brian (Nicole) Farrell, Patrick (Jessica) Farrell, Ele Rose Sobkowicz, Diana DiCaprio, Gaetano DiCaprio, Libby Sobkowicz, Francisco Farrell and Anita Farrell.Seven great-grandchildren, Kathryn Farrell, Madalyn Farrell, Daniel Farrell, Braelyn Farrell, Dean Farrell, Olivia Drescher and Rowan Acosta, and her canine companion Minnie.

Philomena is preceded in death by her husband Richard on August 19, 2002, her parents, brother Angelo Tucciarelli, and her canine companion Jake.

Phil belonged to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Mount Carmel Seniors, and St. Mary’s Healthcare Auxiliary.

Philomena’s radiant personality brightened the world around her, sharing laughter with family and friends. She loved her flower gardens, all kinds of music, and animals, including her beloved dogs and backyard deer that she truly felt were her pets. Phil’s exceptional cooking skills left a lasting impression on many, but her greatest gift was the profound impact on those around her, in particular her beloved “gang” of friends with whom she spent many years traveling and socializing. Dedicated to being a best friend to many, her departure left a void, but her spirit lives on in the hearts she touched.

Her family would like to extend their profound gratitude to the loyal staff at Hillcrest Spring Adult Home and the exceptional staff of Ellis Hospital Pulmonary ward.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Philomena’s family Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 9:00 to 11:00 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 39 St. John St., Amsterdam, NY. Her Funeral Mass will then be celebrated at 11:00 with The Very Rev. O. Robert DiMartinis E.V. officiating.

The Rite of Committal will be held at Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Cemetery in the

spring.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made Montgomery County SPCA, 1232 NY State Hwy 5S Amsterdam, NY 12010 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.rileymortuaryinc.com