Missy, age 50, passed away peacefully at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Missy was born in Elmira, a daughter of Donald and Roxanne Felix Sherman. In addition to her parents Missy is survived by her husband of 26 years Craig R. Milazzo; children, Isabel Marie Milazzo (Mark) of Elmira, Joseph Anthony Milazzo (Abby) of Buffalo, Anamaria Elizabeth Milazzo and Gabriela Marie Milazzo, both of Elmira; siblings, Heather Wilbur (John), Julie May, and Donald Sherman (Olivia), all of Elmira; father-in-law and mother-in-law Richard and JoAnn Milazzo of Horseheads; sister-in-law Jennifer Robinson (George); several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins; and faithful canine companion Lola.

Missy was a 1993 graduate of Southside High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from SUNY Cortland and her master’s degree from Elmira College. She taught Spanish for 26 years first at Southside High School and later at Elmira High School. Missy was still teaching up to a few weeks ago. She enjoyed playing pickleball. Her greatest joy came from being a good mom and time spent with her family.

There will be no prior calling hours. Family and friends are invited to attend Missy’s Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., St. Mary’s Church, 224 Franklin St., Elmira on Thursday, April 16, 2026. A live stream of the Mass will be available at Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish Livestream at this link, https://www.youtube.com/@ElmiraCatholic/streams click the "Live" tab, and then Missy's name. A private family burial will follow.

The Milazzo family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center and Falck Cancer Center for their awesome care provided to Missy over the length of her illness.