Sophia Chiuchiolo

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14 tributes have been left in memory of Sophia Chiuchiolo.

• nancy66

  Dear Paul, Bridget, and Isabel, I have thought for a while about what to write here, and I realized that words are insufficient to convey my sympathies or alleviate your pain in any way. Still, I want you to know that I think of you often, and I appreciate the opportunity to share my fond recollections of Sophia. As a long-time PE substitute teacher at the HT Lower School, I got to know many of the kids. Over the years, I spent many hours with Sophia, and she was a unique character. She always seemed to be smiling. She had a quirky and cheerful demeanor. She was unfailingly polite, pleasant, and respectful. She had a loyal and close group of friends, and they were highly offended if they were placed on different sides for the athletic activities of the day. I recall them sneaking over to each other’s teams, and I learned quickly to ignore it - elementary school gym class, what difference did it make? I remember much more giggling than kickball going on most days. Sophia seemed to sail about with her own wind - never overly ruffled or bothered by what was going on around her. Perhaps PE was not her favorite class of the day, but she danced through it lightly, with a smile on her face. Simply put, Sophia was a great girl, and I am certain she is missed tremendously by all who knew her. We lost touch after those elementary school years, but I have lasting memories of her, and I know I speak for many of us out here in saying that Sophia will not be forgotten. Sincere regards, Nancy Orbell and family

• cornflakette@hotmail.com

  

  Sophia, I think of you often and your bright spirit. You were such a joy to be around and always lit up the room. I absolutely loved teaching you and seeing you and your sister around the studio. I remember when you shot out of class one day to make sure your sister remembered to give you a ride, I couldn't be mad at your ballet run out the door or your smile on the way back. I always think of our fun times in class and chatting with you about tennis or whatever was on your mind that day. You were so kind to the other dancers. You were especially kind to Delanie as a new dancer to the studio. You really helped her fit in by always being willing to help her learn a new step or being her partner so she didn't have to go alone. I will always think of you and your bright smile, Love, Kristin Matarazzo

• szumierz

  🕯 Sophia's joyful giggle and creative gifts are special to everyone who knew her. Thank you for sharing her precious heartbeat and all of the picture memories. Our love, thoughts and support are with you always...Dan, Shannon, Calvin, Sarah, Cydnee & Camryn

• joeandlorraine

  We have so many memories of dear Sophia from the time she was born and forward. She loved books and initially liked to have stories read to her especially before bed. As she grew, she was always reading books herself and even retreading her favorites! She was curious and adventuresome. Her interests were broad...from dance to fashion to cheer. We have many memories of spending time at Longboat Key every April...swimming, playing on the beach, playing ping pong and shopping and eating at St. Armand’s Circle. Vacations in NH saw her horseback riding at Castle in the Clouds, zip lining at Gunstock, staying at the cottage at Alton Bay and kayaking in Lake Winnepesaukee. Sophia also liked to cook, especially stuffed shells. She was curious about her Irish relatives and as we walked on the beach, she would pepper me with questions about the “cousins.” We miss her dearly and hold close our fond memories of Soso. Love, Bapa and Grammy

• brookeboddy

  Sophia and Isabel were the first girls I became friends with when I moved to Florida, and they welcomed me with open arms. During our countless play dates, Sophia was always ready for whatever adventure we had planned, whether it be roller skating at Galaxy, going to Brevard Zoo, or a beach trip, she was always excited to be one of the “big girls”! Sophia was easy to please, taking joy out of the little things such as her new “combat boots”... she was so proud of those boots when she got them! I will always remember Sophia’s sweet demeanor and bubbly personality, she is dearly missed by all. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all in this time. Brooke Boddy

• cszumierz241

  

  Sophia, Life has felt cruel and incredibly unfair since last February, when your beautiful life passed on. It still doesn't feel real and I wish more than anything that it wasn't. I think back often through the years of all the memories shared: Longboat Key and swimming in the pool, surprising you in Hilton Head, eating at Dipsy Doodle, going on the Mt. Washington boat, skiing at Sunapee when it was practically all grass, and playing at Grammy and Bapa's house. You were always giggling and had such a special heart Sophia. I fondly remember your love for justice clothing and always chatting about Taylor Swift. I promise you I'll always watch out and be there for Izzy, making sure she's doing okay. We all love and miss you dearly, our lives will never be the same without you. Love, Your cousin Cydnee

• pamela

  🕯 Having Sophia in our VPK class was like having a constant bright light in the room. Her smile was larger than life and even at such a young age she exuded kindness and joy everywhere she went. She was a very curious and delightful child. Even though I didn’t have the opportunity to know her as she grew up. I was always excited to see updates on FB and her sweetness and beauty would shine through her photos. I can’t imagine the loss the Chiuchiolo Family must feel every day but I want them to know that the pre-school family will always be here for them in prayer, friendship and for any other needs that they may have. My sincere condolences. Pam Langford

• tpom

  I’ll always remember how Sophia’s smile lit of the stage. Miss Lin

• kippolit

  

  Kate and I met Sophia in Kindergarten at HTEA. The girls were in the same homeroom for several years with many wonderful memories of class parties, field trips, birthday parties, and Father Daughter Dances. Sophia had a truly beautiful soul and her smile was contagious. Looking back at pictures from over the years, you can tell the joy that Sophia brought to everything she did. She was a friend to everyone and cared deeply for her friends. As the girls got older, I loved listening to conversations they would have whenever I was driving them to or from somewhere. While Sophia was one of the sweetest girls I’ve ever met, she had also grown into a strong young lady. The girls were talking about a somewhat sexist comment one of the boys had made in class. I distinctly remember Sophia saying “Oh honey, no.” She was having none of it. Kate and I miss Sophia and we will never forget her.

• sophia

  🕯 Little Sophia! Everyone's words in this Memorial describing Sophia is exactly precise! She was a beautiful and absolutely wonderful child! Her HUGE smile lit up her whole face (and in turn, lit up everyone else's!) Babysitting, Sunday School, and watching her (and Isabel) grow, undeniably blessed my life. I will forever remember and miss Sophia. To Bridget, Paul & Isabel, please know that you are continually in my prayers. My heart aches especially for you. I really hope we will run into each other again someday - I KNOW I will see Sophia again! All My Love to You!

• marianne_racca

  Dear Bridget, Paul and Isabel, Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. I am deeply sorry and heartbroken to hear about the passing of Sophia. Sophia was such sweet girl with a big heart. She gave the best hugs!! I always enjoyed the short time I got to spend with her. I hope your family can find some peace and comfort in this difficult time. I will keep you all in my daily thoughts. Sincerely, Marianne Racca

• rachellbutcher

  🕯 Sophia was a beautiful dancer and unforgettably beautiful light to all around her. Her joyful energy and kindness were felt by everyone at dance. I will always remember the first time I taught Sophia and Isabelle in dance. They were doing a make up class in one of my Saturday classes and I remember being blown away by what incredible dancers they were at such a young age. I feel truly blessed to have the honor to teach Sophia in dance for many years. The beautiful energy she brought each time to class will remain a part of the studio always. We love her so much. Love, Rachel

• cadescove

  🕯 What a joy and blessing it was to see Sophia grow to be such a beautiful young lady. I'll forever carry her precious sweet smile in my heart. Jenny Rider

• miyatanner

  

  Sophia Chiuchiolo was undoubtedly one of the most influential people in my life and I love her. When I came to Holy Trinity in the first grade, I didn’t know anyone. It was a whole new place and I was scared. Then, I met Sophia and I knew I had chosen the right place to go to school. She was so kind and she became my best friend. We weren’t the kind of friends that needed to talk everyday, we could talk to one another whenever and still have the same connection we had before. Sophia made me who I am. She introduced me to books, tv shows, music, but her being herself influenced me the most. Sophia was my “concert buddy.” we went to so many concerts together and concerts will never be the same without her. Nothing will ever be the same without her. From art camp, where I broke my glasses IN HALF and we were both laughing for days because I had to tape them together, to sleepovers, one time at her old house we stayed up real late and I pretended to be asleep and started saying all this crazy stuff and I remember her laughing and laughing and laughing. I never told her that i was actually awake and that she had the greatest laugh. The kind of laugh that makes everyone want to laugh (I know that’s clique, but it’s true). She always made me laugh. From Isabel’s birthday parties to the Daddy Daughter Dances, to whenever we slept over at my house and I’d get out all the sheets and hair bands and we would make my room into a whole fort and sleep there on the floor laughing and talking with flashlights. Sophia’s favorite thing was to go out on my roof (sorry mom if your reading this but we were SAFE). We would sit out there and watch the sunrise or sunset and listen to Shawn Mendes or Taylor Swift. We didn’t need to talk. We were perfect as we were. Whenever I imagined graduation, I imagined both our moms asking us to get together and pose for a picture out on the courtyard with the tiger. I would straighten out her cap and she would straighten out mine, then we would put our arms around each other and get close and smile our biggest smilies because we made it. We finally graduated. It’s silly but I always thought she would be at my wedding and I would be at hers. Sophia Chiuchiolo was beautiful, more beautiful than she ever thought she was. She had one of those smiles that brought me at ease and made me want to smile. I miss her hugs more than anything. If you never got a hug from Sophia Chiuchiolo, you seriously missed out because you knew that she loved you just from that hug. I know I can never get another hug like the ones she gave. Sophia Chiuchiolo was my best friend for nine years. Nothing can ever change that and no one can ever take that away from us. She was the closest thing I had to sister. We grew up together and I thought we’d always be together. She met my family and she became my family. She was exordinary and I will never meet another person like her because there will only ever be one Sophia Chiuchiolo. Nine years wasn’t enough for me. I want more. I will always want more. I love Sophia so so much. I just want to thank her for the time she did give me because that time will always be so special to me. So for every concert, for every sleepover, for every birthday, for every dance, for every book, for every tear, for every smile, for every laugh, for every hug, for every “i love you”, for every dream, and for every memory, I am so grateful I got to meet Sophia because she was so amazing and kind and beautiful and every good word out there. And I miss her and I love her. So thank you Sophia. I love you and I miss you. Fly high my angel and know that you are loved and missed and remembered forevermore. Love, Miya Noelle Tanner

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