Althea Garnet Vacirca

A candle was lit by Linda Tucket on December 24, 2017 1:36 PM

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I am devastated and in tears having just read the letter from my dentist office where Althea had been my hygenist for many years as well as for my son, Cody, that she had passed away! I am in shock! I had a hygenist appointment with her later this week! Althea and I became fast friends, sharing a love of gardening. I am truly heartbroken over her loss! My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to her husband Frank and granddaughter Georgia, whom she spoke of often with love. Althea's loss will be felt for a long time to come. She was a genuine, caring, human being that I was lucky enough to know and call my friend. I love you, Althea!

A candle was lit by Linda & Cody Tucker on December 24, 2017 1:25 PM

Message from Nash Joseph

So very sorry to hear of Althea's passing our thoughts and prayers are with you Frank and Georgia.

A candle was lit by Nash, Nicole, Stephanie and Ann on December 19, 2017 6:05 PM

Message from Michelle McCarthy

Frank and Georgia - I am so sorry to hear of Althea's passing...devastated would be a better word. I had NO idea. I have just seen the announcement in the Record. My heart is broken. I love her dearly; she was my daughter's first hygenist (and still was). Our teeth have only been in her loving hands for 37 years. She will be so dearly missed. Keeping you both in my prayers.

Michelle McCarthy

A candle was lit by The Godeks on November 28, 2017 7:20 PM

Message from Dean, Pina & Alia Godek

Frank and Georgia, we are saddened to hear of Althea's passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Doreen Lynch

Althea was a rare gift of concern, kindness, friendly. She knew my parents for decades, being their hygienist. She attended my fathers wake when he died in 1998. The last attempt at a dental cleaning with my mother was a failure due to Mom’s Alzheimer’s disease. Althea cried to see how devastated the disease had left my mother. She remembered my children’s names, always asking for the latest updates every time I went to see her. Always a hug in greeting and departing. She talked often of her family. Sincere condolences at her loss to her husband, granddaughter and family. I will sorely miss her loving spirit.

A candle was lit by Doreen Lynch on November 28, 2017 10:25 AM

Message from Vincent & Victoria Bain

We are saddened to learn of Althea's passing...We have been patients for many years and always looked forward to seeing her...She was the real deal, kind, caring and good at her job...We will miss her...She often spoke of her family to whom we offer our sincere condolences at this difficult time...Vincent & Victoria Bain

A candle was lit by Vincent & Victoria Bain on November 27, 2017 4:06 PM

Message from Lee Chambers

I was a patient of Althea's for nearly 30 years. She always took the time to ask how I was doing, offer kind words or share a laugh, whatever the occasion called for. Her empathy was real and she cared very deeply about the people around her. I'm so sorry to hear she's gone, and my heart goes out to her family and friends...Althea was truly a remarkable person.

Message from Mary Commisso

I have been a patient of Althea for almost 20 years. She was truly a warm and kindhearted person. I will miss our visits. My prayers and sympathy go out to her husband and beloved granddaughter Georgia.

A candle was lit by Janice & Al Moccio on November 21, 2017 4:28 PM

Message from Deanna Bourassa

I am deeply saddened to hear of Althea’s passing. She was one of the kindest and gentlest people I have ever had the privilege to know and I will miss her dearly. Frank, Georgia and family, I am feeling your pain and sorrow at this difficult time. You have my sincere sympathy.

Message from Ken Ide

Sending condolences from an old patient and friend.