Eleanor (Victoria) Caruso

Eleanor Ann (Victoria) Caruso Age 91, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. Eleanor was born on June 22, 1921 in Troy Hill-Pittsburgh, PA., to Charles and Rose (Melino) Victoria, and was the oldest of seven children. Known for her ease in frequent conversation with even total strangers, some may be surprised to learn of the extreme shyness of her youth. Yet even as a child, she possessed a contagious smile and an entertaining sense of humor. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many, who even now are being changed by her witness of constant nurturing love and faith. Her signature gift of joy, shown through her constant smiling, laughter, and joking around will never be forgotten. Eleanor wed her sweetheart, Victor John Caruso on June 23, 1941. Married for 48 years, they raised their 3 dear children, Marie, Victor and Diana in their home in Monroeville. Possessing a true servant’s heart, Eleanor faithfully cared for family and friends through delicious cooking/baking from scratch-including her famous cherry tarts and homemade pizza. She also loved to sew, plant flowers, cut coupons and shop. A woman of faith and the heart of the Caruso family, Eleanor shaped their spirituality by her tireless Christian example. She was a devout member of the North American Martyrs Church, the Catholic Daughters of America, the Woman’s Guild, the Mid-Century Club, active with the Monroeville Senior Center, and the ISDA of America for many years. With a real love of life, she loved to dance, watch television, share stories of her life, play games/bingo (especially with the great-grandchildren), and just spend time with those she loved. Mrs. Caruso is survived by three children, Marie (Thomas) Houser of Munhall, Victor (Colleen) Caruso and Diana (Joseph) Tomajko, both of Monroeville; five grandchildren, Thomas (Becky) Naulty of Texas, Anthony (Laura) Naulty of Alabama, Timothy (Amy) Naulty of Fayette City, Jamey Tomajko of California, and Dana Tomajko of Monroeville; and 6 great-grandchildren, Keeley, Tyler, Nicole, Taylor, Brook and Dylan Naulty; two brothers, John (Mildred) Victoria and Father Anthony Victoria; and one sister, Beatrice (William) Stefan; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband Victor (May 1989), two brothers, Robert (Helen) Victoria and Joseph Victoria; and one sister Katherine (Charles) Detisch. Friends will be received at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (1 block East of Mosside Blvd.-Rte. 48). Visitation on Thursday July 5th from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at North American Martyrs Church on Friday 10 a.m., with Fr. Joseph Luisi, as celebrant. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Memorial Contributions to North American Martyrs Church, greatly appreciated. Corl Family Directors 412-372-2100 www.corlfuneralchapel.com