A sad loss: former long-time head of Alytus Caritas, Aldona Vasiliauskienė, has died

Alytus Caritas has lost a dedicated leader with the passing of Aldona Vasiliauskienė, its former long-time head. She died at her daughter's home in Alytus after a battle with cancer, a condition that had led her to step back from active duties in recent years.

Vasiliauskienė will be remembered by the many people she helped as an exceptionally sensitive, caring, and big-hearted individual. Her brother, Gintaras Andriuškevičius, shared that her passing was unexpected and deeply felt by those who knew her. He described her as someone who embraced people from all walks of life at Alytus Caritas, offering not just comfort but also maternal guidance, sometimes even a gentle scolding, much like a mother would.

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Everyone found it unexpected and painful. She died at her daughter's home in Alytus. Everyone knows that Aldutė sheltered people of various fates at Caritas, she had a very big heart. She would scold like a mother and empathize.

Her work at Caritas was well-known among those who had experienced life's hardships. People turned to her not only for material assistance but also for simple human attention, support, and understanding. This deep connection led many Caritas visitors to affectionately call her 'Aldutė' or 'Mamutė,' a testament to her nurturing and empathetic approach. Her brother noted that this nickname perfectly captured her ability to console, encourage, and, when necessary, guide people with a mother's care.

Family was a cornerstone of Aldona Vasiliauskienė's life; she raised four children. However, her capacity for care extended far beyond her immediate family. She provided extensive support and assistance to numerous families struggling with difficulties for many years. Her passing leaves a void for her relatives and all those who benefited from her kindness and dedication.

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She had a very big heart, she empathized with the pain of others.