Born Irenea Stefani in Fiume, Italia
Passed away in Brisbane, Australia
At the age of 92, our beautiful Irenea leaves behind a large and loving family that spreads over five generations. Her larger-than-life smile, generosity, her great sense of fun and giving nature will be truly missed but not forgotten by all her family and friends. Irenea touched many.
WHEN I MUST LEAVE YOU
When I must leave you for a little while,
Please do not grieve and shed wild tears
And hug your sorrow to you through the years.
But start out bravely with a gallant smile, and for my sake
And in my name live on and do all things the same.
Feed not your loneliness on empty days, but fill each waking hour
In useful ways, reach out your hand
In comfort and in cheer
And I in turn will comfort you and hold you near.
And never, never be afraid to die,
For I am waiting for you in the sky!
By Helen Steiner Rice
