Adele Ann Amadio Scott
May 5, 1938 ~ December 6, 2025
Born in:
Brooklyn, NY
Resided in:
Wantagh, NY
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our mother, Adele Ann Amadio Scott on December 6, 2025 at the age of 87.
Adele was born on May 5, 1938 to Angela and Alfred Amadio in Brooklyn, New York. She had one sibling, a brother Alfred who passed away in 1968. Adele graduated from St. Joseph’s Commercial High School and went on to study Psychology and Education at St. John’s University. She completed a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Adelphi University.
Adele had a long career as a Special Education teacher for the Franklin Square School District. She was a dedicated teacher and advocate for Special Education. After 30 years of teaching she retired and devoted much time to volunteer work which included the Volunteers for Literacy (teaching adults) and the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter.
Adele or “Nanny” was a hands on and fun loving mother and grandmother. She was involved in the lives of all her grandchildren and could be counted on to attend any sporting event, school event and was always there to provide encouragement and support in any situation. Adele was always family first and her daily priority was her children and grandchildren. Her favorite holiday was Christmas Eve and she would start her holiday preparation weeks before the big day. Her family vows to continue the traditional Christmas Eve celebration.
Adele is survived by a devoted family which includes her daughter Allison, (John) son Richard (Camellia) and son Alfred (Lina). She was proud of all her grandchildren, John, Angela, Alex, A.J., Sabrina, Jason, Victor and Nicholas. Adele was thrilled to become a great grandmother to Adeline and Charles. She will forever remain in our hearts and leaves behind a legacy of laughter, love and kindness.
Services
Visitation: Monday, December 15, 2025 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Commack
2115 Jericho Turnpike
Commack, NY 11725
Second Visitation: Monday, December 15, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Commack
2115 Jericho Turnpike
Commack, NY 11725
Mass: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 10:00 am
Christ The King R.C. Church
2 Indian Head Road
COMMACK, NY 11725
Interment: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 11:30 am
St. Charles Cemetery
2015 Wellwood Avenue
Farmingdale, Long Island
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Adele Ann Amadio Scott 's name.
How could a person be no more
Cease to exist,
Disappear?
Yesterday she was caring,
And loving
Now she is where?
Just a few days ago
We talked, she cried
We were hopeful for a cure.
But today sadly
My beautiful friend is no more.
Right now it too soon
She’s not yet a memory.
Tell me, how could this be?
How could this be?
I’m so very sorry to hear about Adele’s passing. I had such great respect for her as a person and as a teacher at Polk St. School. She was truly a remarkable woman who was admired by all. One day, a bird flew into a friend’s classroom. We didn’t know what to do, so I ran to Adele’s room. Without missing a beat, she grabbed a broom and waved it around until the bird flew out. She was the woman who could do everything! I’m sure you all have a lifetime of wonderful memories-may they bring comfort and peace.
In memory of Adele, I sent a donation to One-to-One Learning. Founded by my high school chemistry teacher, the organization teaches immigrants to read, write and speak English. They have helped some students go from being pre-literate all the way through a college diploma. I think your dear mother would support such an important endeavor. I was blessed to know her at Polk St. School. (I apologize for writing this in a public place, but I don’t have the home address of any of her children. )