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Neli Mennella Obituary
NELI RITA MENNELLA
On Monday, July 4, 2011, of New Carrollton, MD. Beloved wife of Rocco Mennella; mother of Cheli Mennella (David Noonan), Jason Mennella (Cristina), Jerami Mennella (Hillary), Melani Mennella and Joel Mennella (Shanelle Boyle); grandmother of Ivy Noonan, Cedar Noonan, Naeli Mennella, Nina Mennella, and Bodhi Noonan. Also survived by her brother, Denio (Ann) Basile. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Rosary Church, 595 Third Street, NW, Washington, DC, on Saturday, July 9, at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a memorial in my mother's honor that will live in the gardens of the Franciscan Monastery in Washington, DC. Make donations payable to the Franciscan Monastery and mail to Rocco Mennella, 5711 83rd Place, New Carrollton, MD 20784. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Neli Mennella
Pat Roberson
July 1, 2020
Miss you, Rita, and your fun and loving spirit!
Mary Marius
September 5, 2011
I feel blessed to have known Rita - a gifted woman who shared those gifts so freely and generously with others. What a void her passing has created. I cherish the memories of this valiant and generous woman who was always doing for others. There is no doubt in my mind that Rita continues to care for all of us from her place in heaven.
I pray that the Lord will surround you with His love and comfort you with His peace.
Pat Roberson
September 5, 2011
Why was Rita one of the most special people in my life? Rita lived her faith every day of her life! She made me laugh when I wanted to cry because she always had words of encouragement in addition to just the right amount of humor to make me smile.
Her infectious love for children, her family, the school community, and living her faith made her a shining example to those of us who were fortunate to know her. I believe that Rita is in God's presence where there is no sin, no suffering, all of the fellowship of God's saints of every age and in perfect love! I pray for comfort for the Mennella family every day.
Joyce Ross
September 4, 2011
Rita, I love you and miss you dearly. Thank you for all that you left behind for us to cherish: your passion, compassion, creativity, loyalty, thoughtfulness, generosity, beauty and wisdom. May God watch over your family always.
Jackie Malcolm
September 2, 2011
Remembering Rita will be easy, we'll do that everyday. Missing her will be the heartache that will never go away. Love Always.
Makina Hagans
September 2, 2011
Rita, words can not express how much you meant to us. You were an angel here on earth, and now you are one of God's precious jewels. We love you, and we miss you.
Tonjala Ponds
September 2, 2011
Rita, I will always remember your bright smile. You touched so many lives, with your beautiful spirit. You will forever live in my heart. My prayers go out to your family and friends.
Teisha Williams
September 1, 2011
Rita, it was a pleasure and an honor to work with you! Your dedication to your job was admirable. You will be missed at Fuchs. My prayers continue to go out to your family and friends.
Laura Sanchez
September 1, 2011
I will never walk into the media center without missing Rita's smiling face and her laugh. We had many good times and talks and I will never forget her. She had such wonderful stories. What a lady!!! So much fun...God Bless You All...Love you Rita!
Sandhya Parihar
August 31, 2011
Rita, I do not have words to express how much I miss you. I will always remember that you were my very first friend at Fuchs. Talking to you would always brighten up my day. Things are not the same without you. I will forever cherish our sweet memories. My prayers go out for the family and friends.
Carol McGinnis
August 31, 2011
Rita, your smile and cheery face are missed. You would always light up the room when you talked and nothing that you ever said was negative. Your legacy will always be all the children (and adults) that you touched. May your family find comfort in knowing that you influenced so many people.
Elizabeth Hairston
August 31, 2011
Rita ,your smiles will be missed! an expression of your love for all people
Elizabeth Hairston
Andrea Lightman
August 22, 2011
I miss you terribly, Rita. I miss talking with you about everything and anything. I miss your advice, stories, energy, and passion. In the short 4 years I was blessed to be in your company, I was able to get a glimpse of the many family members and friends you touched and impacted. Thank you, Rita, for your constant support and encouragement. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Melissa Vega
August 19, 2011
Life will never be the same without Rita. She was an amazing woman who gave her all to her friends, family and anyone she met in her way. Her passion for life will always remain with me. She was my rock. Until then, when we meet again.
My love and prayers to her family.
Hillary Mennella
July 21, 2011
Missing you more than words can express. There is an emptiness in my heart without you. You taught me love and family.
July 12, 2011
Rocca and Family
Rita will be sadly missed. Her friends Cathy, Jeannette, Mariane. From Martins Crosswinds.
William Clark
July 10, 2011
Rocco and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will keep your wife/mother/grandmother in my prayers.
William"Buster"Clark '68
Victoria Gallagher
July 8, 2011
Your in our thoughts and prayers. Rita will be missed by many.
Josie Cappello Soper
July 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Rita's whole family during these difficult days of loss--I have so many wonderful memories of Rita from our days together at NDA--what a lovely girl.
Margo Amory
July 8, 2011
My prayers of comfort to Rocco and family. Not only has she touched my life in many ways. She has touched thousands of children's hearts at Frances Fuchs. We will hug again my friend.
Gayle Frank Lowe
July 7, 2011
Instead of praying for Rita, now we can pray to Rita. We know that because of her always generous heart she's looking down on us, and is our special guardian angel in heaven. We love you, Rita.
July 7, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Rocco and to the children and grandchildren of Rita. Rita was a beautiful light in our lives. She will be missed dearly by her loving NDA sisters and we will never be quite whole without her. Her love and friendship for these many years has truly been a gift and her memory will live with us forever. With Love, Toni
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