Birth date: Jul 17, 1927 Death date: Oct 27, 2013
Eleanor Florio was born July 1927, the first born child of David and Gussie Carlson. Eleanor and her sister Emily grew up in New Jersey. Over the years Eleanor has shared stories with her family and friends about that time in her Read Obituary
Dear John, Sandra and Diane,
In perfect memory of your mother I would like to leave this tribute to her. I remember a lady whose unselfish giving heart was always present with those she met. No one was a stranger to her, she loving accepted everyone for who they were and genuinely cared. The most vivid memories are her gifts of Godly service she would render when you came in contact with her. She truly gave from her heart, a rare true act these days. Her goodness was authentic and modeled by her good acts. As I sat in her memorial service, all I could think of was, where does this goodness come from(?), is it my own(?), or could it be from the one true source of goodness every living, thinking, feeling and willing creature is born from. Some might say, I'm a simple moralist, I don't need God to be good - That, we can affirm. However, where does goodness come from(?), if not from the only source which its ideal is derived. All goodness is from God and one thing Eleanor knew well was that, God is Good! He was her source and she added His Holy Goodness to the innate source of her own goodness which we are all born with. This union made her Goodness complete and authentic, not sparing nor with self interests, but truly genuine. The other thought I had while sitting at her memorial service was, If we could demonstrate half the goodness your mom did for people, we would be better human beings for it and perhaps all memorial services would have the same beauty. She truly was a gift to this earth from our Heavenly Father who only begets Goodness.
In memory and because of Eleanor Florio I can thank God for His Goodness.
Willie Reyes
Dear Sandy and John. I didn't have the pleasure of meeting your mother, but knowing the two of you, says a lot about her. She must have been a wonderful mother who raised two very special children. I rejoice knowing she is resting with the Lord.
Dearest Eleanor, you are truly a saint in heaven now. My memories of you are ones that I'll always cherish. When I would ever visit John at your house or have rehearsal there, you were always kind to all of us. If we were thirsty you would give us a cold drink. If we were hungry you would fix us something to eat. God bless you and may your soul truly be at peace. Sincerely, Bill Resnick
John and Sandra, Dennis and I are very sorry to hear of your moms passing. We can only imagine how much you will miss her.
John, Sandra and Diane, I missed something special by not having known your mother. But knowing you has been a blessing in my life and you are her gift to the world. She will continue to live on every time you share one of the lessons she taught you, every memory, every act of love. The photos are wonderful and show a happy, loving life.
Eleanor, I didn't have the blessing of knowing you personally, but I do have the blessing of knowing your son, John. After reading about you, I now realize he must share your spirit. He is one of the most loving, joyous and spiritual people I have ever known and it is my pleasure to call him a friend in this life. I hope I can leave such a legacy. God bless you all.
Eleanor. I am so great full to have met and known you. You have shown me and reminded me how to live life with humility and giving. I enjoyed your stories of your family from the past. I will always remember how you took care of those who could no longer take care of themselves. To Sandra, Diane, and John on behalf of Dorothy, Alex and I, thank you for your friendship and kindness. God bless you all!
