Carmela Semprevivo

Carmela (Millie) Semprevivo lost her life after a courageous battle with cancer on August 15, 2016, with her loving family by her side. She was born on April 1, 1938, to the late Peter F. and Emily Principe-Semprevivo. She was a graduate of the State University of New York at Oswego and did her graduate work at the College of St. Rose in Albany, New York. Millie was a highly respected and dedicated seventh grade language arts teacher and English Department chairperson for the Gloversville Enlarged School District. Within the district, she was employed at Estee Middle School for 33 years. Millie is survived by her son, Thomas; her daugher, Crisan; her daughter-in-law, Cherise; her brother, Philip Semprevivo (Toby) of Pickney, MI; nephews, Phil Semprevivo Jr. (Maura) of Port Chester, New York, Stephen Semprevivo (Rita) of Los Angeles, CA; her niece, Stephanie Ferguson (Eric) of Bellevue, WA; and their families; several cousins; many very dear friends; and her grandsons, Nicholas (Amanda) and Zachary, who were the lights of her life. She also leaves behind her beloved granddogs, Reggie and Kramer. As a mom, grandmother and friend, she loved life. She gave excellent feedback and was so supportive and excited about everyone's endeavors. She pushed us all to take risks and took great pride in being involved and witnessing the outcomes. Millie enjoyed teaching anyone who was interested in learning, playing the piano, doing her morning crossword puzzles, reading-sharing books-information, discussing national and local news and politics, and telling jokes. She was so very thankful for all of her dear friends, relatives and family. She was very excited for the upcoming presidential election. She was an exquisite cook, took much pride in her home and gardens and enjoyed spending time at her summer home with family and friends in Caroga Lake. Millie's love, support, and determination to live was appreciated by all of those who knew her. A great educator, a loving, generous and devoted mom, grandmother, sister and best friend who will be sorely missed. We loved her lots! Millie wishes not to have calling hours. She has requested a memorial mass which will be held on Friday, August 26, 2016, at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 159 South Main Street, Gloversville, NY 12078. The family would like to recognize and give thanks for the exemplary care which Dr. Nicola Fabbri and the staff at Memorial-Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan, New York provided to our beloved mother and to our family during these difficult months. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, P.O. Box 5028, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Online condolences may be made to www.amicofuneralhome.com.

Carmela Semprevivo

April 1, 1938 - August 15, 2016