Condolences
My condolences to the family I just found out about this because I was googling her to send her an email to let her know she was one of the only teachers that really pushed and believed in me in school. She was such a wonderful person and had a beautiful soul she truly changed and impacted my life and I can’t thank her enough.
I cannot even belive I just found out about this today, literally no one told me and I am so sorry for both Ms.Petraco’s family and her friends. Honestly, she was the best teacher I ever had. Her amazing smile and kind personality always made my day anytime I was in her class. She’s taught me many things both in language arts and my everyday life; things I will never forget. I love you so much Mrs. Petraco and I will miss you. Rest in peace- the best teacher ever.
Mrs. Petraco was one of my favorite teachers, so much so that my iPhone just tried to autocorrect her name to "Petwaco". She has touched the lives of many and will not be forgotten by me or anyone else that loved her. I missed her already, but now I'll have to miss her more. I loved her dearly.
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My deep condolences for the Petraco Family. She was family to me and my classmates. She will be deeply missed. Love, Akylah
Dear Petraco family,
Our hearts break for her loss. We pray for her peace and your comfort. May she rest in peace.
Our deepest sympathy,
Caleb Samet and family: Miriam, Jeff and Kai
I will miss you so so so much! Thanks for teaching me like no teacher has done before! R.I.P ❤️
My deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with Denise's family.
To Jason, Nick, and the entire Fusco/Petraco families,
I want to express my most sincere sympathy upon the loss of Denise. I am heartbroken, and flooded with memories.
Denise and I met at WVU in the fall of 1993 while living on the same floor within Arnold Hall Apartments. We hit it off from the start, forming an effortless and lasting friendship. Denise had a way of making everything fun. She made me laugh like no one else, and we spent many days together singing songs at the top of our lungs while riding around Morgantown in my car. I remember bringing her to my hometown in southern WV for a weekend visit, which I’m sure was quite a culture shock to a gal from Hoboken, but we had so much fun! Most of all I remember feeling as if I could talk to Denise about anything, that I always had a friend no matter what.
We kept in touch all these years, at first with emails and letters, then most recently through social media. The love she had for her husband and son was obvious in each of her posts. Denise loved life, and lived it to the fullest.
The world suddenly seems much darker without Denise’s light in it. But all who knew Denise will carry a bit of that light with them forever.
Denise’s family and friends are ever present in my prayers. May her beautiful soul rest in everlasting peace.
Denise’s kindness, warmth, compassion, generosity and keen sense of humor were obvious to all who knew her. I am fortunate to have worked with her. My deepest condolences to the family.
To the family and friends of Denise, I send my condolences. You will be in my prayers. My memory of Denise was riding the #87 bus home with her when we all attended St Dom's. She was a huge Depeche Mode fan. She will be remembered as a sweet and caring person. My heart goes out to the family.
Mrs. Petraco was Hailey’s teacher this year.Her loving and kind spirit helped Hailey in more ways than she may have known. I will always be grateful for our time with her. We are deeply saddened and pray for peace and comfort for her family .
Denise was my closest friend in college. We were roommates for a few years and were inseparable. We always knew what the other was thinking, and we could always count on each other during good times and bad. We shared so many wonderful memories together. We went on beach trips and visited each other's families. I was with her when she met Jay and was in her wedding party. Although we hadn't seen each other in several years, we still kept in touch and would often send each other messages at just the right times. There are so many songs that make me automatically think of her and all of the good times that we shared. My heart is breaking for her son, husband, parents, brother, and her family and friends. I love you Denise, and will continue to remember all of the wonderful times we shared.
I was one of Mrs Petracos students in eighth grade English, im so sad to hear about this. She was one of my favorite teachers, ever. My condolences to her family and friends, she will be missed greatly❤️
To Denise's loved ones, I am so very sorry for your loss. Denise and I met while students at WVU , we both were raised in New Jersey and lived in the same housing complex at WVU for a few years. Denise had a way of making people feel welcome . I remember first meeting her and after just a few minutes feeling like we had been friends for years. She was so kindhearted and had a warmth about her . I can only imagine how many lives she has touched and left a lasting impression on . You along with Denise are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was deeply saddened to hear of Mrs. Petraco's passing. She was my son's teacher last year, and was truly his favorite teacher during his entire time at Linwood. She was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and genuinely caring. She would go above and beyond her duties to help, and I am truly grateful for her. I was in communication with her often, and she was always smiling, with a positive attitude, and with encouraging words. Mrs. Petraco helped my son so much, and I truly beleive she has been an integral part in his progress. Teachers like her really make a difference in a child's life.
Truly the epitome of a great teacher, and a great person overall.
My sincere condolences to all of her family, friends, and loved ones.
My condolences to the entire Fusco/Petraco family. Denise was a kindred spirit and I was blessed to share my childhood and high school memories with her. I am glad that we were able to stay in touch through out the years. We were planning movies under the stars with Nick and Mia at Point Pleasant and a girls night at the next Depeche Mode concert. I will see you, when my sun sets. I love you, Denise.
Dear Jason, Nicholas, Mr. and Mrs. Fusco, Steven and all of Denise's loved ones.
I am so very sorry to hear of Denise's passing. Whenever I think of Denise, the first thing that comes to mind is her beautiful smile and contagious laugh....I was Denise's 4th Grade teacher at Sts. Peter and Paul. We had a "reunion" a number of years ago. I had such a beautiful talk with her that night. She talked about her family, her becoming a teacher, and of course, the love of her life, dearest Nicholas. She was so humble. When I read that she was awarded "Teacher of the Year" I was so very happy for her and told her this award was most certainly deserved. I truly am at a lost for words. God Bless all of you.....Rest in Peace our beautiful Denise.
Denise always had a smile on her face and treated people with dignity and respect. I went to school with her when we were younger and there were so many memories. We laugh so much and kept in touch. I will miss you. Rest In Peace. My deepest condolences to her family. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am totally at a loss and in complete shock! I met Denise at WVU. We were roommates for a year with 2 other people. We had a lot of great times! I know she loved her parents, husband and most of all her son! I am very sad and very sorry for the loss of a great mother, wife, daughter, teacher and friend!
Denise was my first friend. I have pictures of us in the crib together, celebrating birthdays, Communion and graduations. She had a good heart and a gentle spirit. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Denise and I taught together in Linwood. She always had a positive attitude and was a pleasure to be around. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Denise was a very sweet, cheerful girl who I enjoyed seeing when we both lived in Hoboken. My deepest condolences to your family & to her husband & son.
one of my memories of Denise is when she was still very small, and Steve was visiting his mom, and he was on the sidewalk carrying Denise. I got out of my car to say hello an when I approached her and Steve she started crying. Another memory was her wedding day. When Steve walked her to the limo. Denise was very calm and looked so beautiful, on the other hand Steve looked like he needed a Zanax.
She was always kind to everyone and always stopped to chat with us. Denise is Resting in our Lord's Kingdom. Heaven received a true angel.
My deepest condolences. We attended high school together and she had a genuine warm heart. God bless her and God keep your family in His hands.
I attended high school with Denise, and I can't recall a single time when she didn't have a smile on her face. She was so kind and positive - a friend to all! When we reconnected on Facebook several years ago, I was so happy to see the beautiful life she was enjoying. She clearly adored her husband and son, and she was an amazing teacher and friend. I'm so sorry for this unimaginable loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May you feel Denise with you - I know it's not the same, but I pray that you feel her love and support.
This new is devastating, my heart goes out to the family. RiP Denise ♡
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Denise - I knew her through mutual friends and haven’t seen her in a while even though we lived in the same town. May she Rest In Peace...sending love and my deepest sympathies to Jason and Nick, and the rest of you that were near and dear to her!!
We are all so sad to hear this. I loved her sense of humor and enjoyed time with her on the sidelines laughing and watching our boys. Richie and Justin are thinking of Nick. You are all in our thoughts. May you find peace in keeping her memory alive.
We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the wonderful pictures Denise took of the boys playing lacrosse and how she shared them with all of us. Xoxo The Marich Family
Jason, Nick, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear the news of the passing of such a wonderful woman. We are thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain, and may your memories of Denise give you comfort during this difficult time. I will always remember our Paint Nites, Bingo, and sharing of school stories. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ken, Patrice, Graysen and Ian McDow
