Alba Arcuri Cordon 1940-2025

Born Feb. 9, 1940, in the small town of Palmi, near Reggio Calabria, Italy, she was the beloved daughter of Antonio and Serena Arcuri. Alba was one of nine children — Pino, Marina, Rocco, Carlo, Franko, Livia, Sina, and baby Roberto, who died in infancy — all raised together in a humble two-room Mussolini-era war home.

At the age of 16, Alba immigrated to the United States, where she graduated from Campbell Memorial High School and later attended Penn-Ohio College in Youngstown.

Alba was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Peter J. Cordon. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised three children, Florey, Carlo (Jamie) and Peter Jr. (Kerrie). She cherished her seven grandchildren — CJ, Jac, Kendal, William, Nolan, Ashley and Sydney — who brought her immeasurable joy. She also adored her loyal dog, Putin, her constant companion.

Alba enjoyed her years working at Macy’s in the Southern Park Mall, especially decorating the store for the holidays. Christmas was her favorite season, and her creativity and warmth helped bring it to life for countless visitors.

Proud of her Calabrian roots, Alba embodied strength, toughness, grit and independence. She faced every challenge, including her illness, with unwavering determination. She was known to say aside from her family, all she needed in life was “her dog, her alarm and her gun” — a testament to her fierce spirit and sense of humor.

Alba will be remembered for her resilience, her love for family and the brightness she brought into every room.

“Ciao, ciao, Bambina …”

Family and friends may call 9 to 10:50 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, at St. John the Forerunner Greek Orthodox Church, 4955 Glenwood Ave. Boardman, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. with Fr. Constantin Ursache.

Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman. Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to give condolences to the family.

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