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Larchmont's Lena Coppeletti Dies at 89

LARCHMONT, N.Y. — Lena Ricci Coppeletti of Larchmont died March 16 at age 89.

She was born Aug. 15, 1922, and married John Coppeletti. Her greatest joy was cooking for her family. Lena Coppeletti's family might find her favorite dishes on her table, including soup, homemade ravioli, pizza and torta, on their frequent visits. She was formerly of the Bronx.

Surviving are her daughters, Loretta Illustrato and Linda Greco; her son, John Coppeletti Jr.; six grandchildren; and a daughter- and son-in-law. She was predeceased by her husband. She was the last surviving sibling of the Ricci family.

The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Graham Funeral Home in Rye. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Pelham Manor.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241.

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