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Gertrude Mary Neuhofer

(June 24, 1937 - October 14, 2014)

LaBRUZZO, Gertrude Mary Trudypassed away Oct. 14, 2014. She was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, sister, aunt and friend. Trudy was a compassionate women; always putting those around her first.

Born at the family home to Joseph and Helen Neuhofer in 1937. she was surrounded by a large loving family. She was independent and a mischievous child. Trudy graduated in 55 from Holy Name Academy in San Antonio, FL. Trudy worked for Ferdinando Vizzi M.D. as an office manager for over 40 years. Trudy met Peter LaBruzzo on Jan. 20, 1962 at the St. Petersburg Coliseum, a catholic social club. Trudy and Pete danced and something inside told her this was the man I was going to marry someday. The coming weeks they meet at the Colombia Restaurant, ate strawberry pie, and danced at the Holiday House. They were married in 65 at Sacred Heart Church.

In 77, they adopted Colette Marie. Trudy was a dedicated mother and always encouraged and supported her. Colette gave birth to Daymein and Living Thorn. They were the joy of Trudys life and she loved them very much. Trudy enjoyed gardening, crafting, and the company of friends/family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Trudy is survived by her husband; daughter; grandsons; and siblings, Dorothy, Joseph, Paul, Mary Clare, Lena, Frank, Pat and Mike. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2 pm, Tuesday, Oct. 21, at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Tampa. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions in memory of Mrs LaBruzzo to the Tampa Lions Eye Bank or The Benedictine Sisters of Florida, St Leo. Condolences may be expressed online at www.macdonaldfuneral.com. MacDonald Funeral Home - Tampa (813)933-4950 -

Events

BirthJune 24, 1937St Joseph, Pasco Co., FL
MarriageFebruary 6, 1965Peter Salvatore Labruzzo
DeathOctober 14, 2014
ResidenceLutz, FL

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