When I was younger I would be at the Buccellato household every weekend. This family treated me as if I was one of their own; from our day trips to New York, weeks in Florida, and everything in between - I am so thankful that the Buccellatos are a part of my heart forever. Teta Maja, thank you for being such a role model while I was growing up, and for treating me with so much love. I remember whenever I would sleep over, Lexi and I would get showered and then you’d sit us up on the counter and braid our hair. I remember how you would always take countless photos of us to preserve memories at which I look back at today. I remember how thankful I was to have people who I considered my second family. May your kind soul rest in peace. God Bless.

Claudia Lajtar