Claire R. Camisi Conte HAMILTON TOWNSHIP Claire R. Camisi Conte, 82, of Hamilton Township passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Trenton, NJ, she resided in Hamilton Township since 1953. Mrs. Conte retired in 1997 after 13 years with the Hamilton Township school district. Claire was also the former co-owner of Seven Spokes Bicycle Shop, Olden Avenue, Hamilton Township. She was a member of the Italian American Sportsmen Clubs Ladies Auxiliary, the Fultonettes, and the Hamilton Township Senior Center. Claire was an avid dancer from Trenton to Philadelphia. Daughter of the late Domenic and Grace Ippolito Camisi, wife of the late Louis C. Conte, and mother of the late Ronald M. Conte and John J. Conte, she is survived by three sons and daughters -in-law, Dominic and Sharon Conte, Lonny and Marian Conte, and Christopher and Denise Conte; two daughters and a son-in-law, Terri Conte-McKeon, and Cheri Conte-Jordine and her husband Richard; a sister, Kathleen Jannarone; a brother-in-law, Dr. Morris Conte and his wife, Gabriella, and a sister-in-law, Gabrielle Conte. She also leaves her grandchildren, Anthony and Cheryl Conte, Joseph and Deidre Conte, Matthew and Katie Conte, Dominic and Marianne Conte, Jaime and Sam Young, Brian and Kathleen Zoltanski, Kathleen and Robert Guear, Eric and Amanda Conte, Christa Conte and her fiance, Brandt Alenier, Vincent Conte and his companion, Christine Becker, Tyler McKeon, Trevor and Nicole Jordine, Michael Conte, Marc, Mason, and Evelyn Jordine, Lisa and Zachary Waddell; 16 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many great friends and dancing partners. The funeral will be held on Monday morning, Jan. 19, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. from the Brenna Funeral Home, 340 Hamilton Ave., Trenton, N.J. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday morning at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 3816 East State St. Ext., Hamilton. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Hamilton. Calling hours for family and friends will be on Sunday afternoon from 2 to 6 p.m. in the evening at the Brenna Funeral Home. Brenna Funeral Home 340 Hamilton Avenue Trenton, NJ 08609 (609) 393-2857
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To the Conte Family:
Please accept our sincerest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Claire was a beautiful woman full of life, love and caring. May she rest in peace.
Ray and Mary Stout
February 1, 2015
Lon:
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our deepest condolences to you and your entire family.
Al and Liz Tindall
January 27, 2015
Lon,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. That was so fast and unexpected. I pray for you and your family every day.
Sincerely,
Linda M. Murphy
January 26, 2015
Dear Conte Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Claire was a lady, she enjoyed life. She is at peace now. Linda and Ron Nemes
January 22, 2015
Where do I start? Claire was as much a mother to me over the last 17 years as my own Mom. I have never met anyone quite like her, and doubt that I ever will. I never saw anything but love and acceptance from her from the very first day that I met her, and in the years since, I grew to love her and appreciate the phenomenal person she was. I will really miss hearing her say "There's my favorite Son in Law!!" Every time I walked in her door. I'll miss all the holidays....they just won't be the same without her laugh and her smile. I am just heartbroken. Like the rest of the family I had so hoped to have more time...just a bit more. But She is at rest now and reunited with those who have gone before her, so rest in peace my Favorite Mother in Law..I know I probably didn't tell you enough, but I love you.
Richard Jordine
January 21, 2015
Claire and I grew up together in North Trenton - I have so many happy memories with Claire we shared the same aunt (Aunt Josie) - Claire will be sorely missed by friends and family.
Rose Marie (Fiorello) Petrangeli
January 20, 2015
We so enjoyed your visit to Florida two years ago, Claire was a special lady with a great love of life. Kay, remember the wonderful times and cherish her love. Ziggy and I are keeping you in our prayers. May God shine his light on her and her family during this tough time. Love you.
Rose and Bob Zigenfus
January 19, 2015
I have very fond memories of Claire from my childhood days and will continue to remember her as a fun loving and generous mom of a wonderful family. God bless all of you.
Denise Meinster
January 18, 2015
Many fond memories of Claire when we were children - She will surely be missed at all the Hamilton Senior affairs, everyone loved her dancing! Rest in Peace Claire.
Joan Cavatta Hess
January 18, 2015
I am away and just read this sad news. I was blessed to know Claire as my dear friend Kaye's sister. I loved being with claire because of her spirit, her joy of life and her laughter and love of family. Her heart was always open to everyone and I always felt blessed to be in her presence and know her. My love to all of her family. May your sweet memories of her laughing and loving you help in this difficult time. Her smiling face will never be forgotten. Sorry I cannot be with you today
Carla and stan friedman
January 18, 2015
Jean Casciani
January 17, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Love Bucky & Joan
January 17, 2015
We have been friends since the 40's, noon time dancing at Trenton High School, Trenton musicians are well represented in heaven,they are anxiously awaiting the "dancing machine". Love and peace be with you, Nick and Audrey Pipino.
January 17, 2015
To Claire's family:
I am saddened to read of Claire's passing. I share the loss of your mother, grandmother etc. and my dear friend.
First met Claire and Lou in Jr.4 in 1946. Stayed in touch for many years, and moved from the Trenton area. Despite this, the memories of Claire and Lou were imbued in my mind. I often laugh to myself over some of the remembrances of them both.
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Her smile,and great nature shall live on to help you during this difficult time.
Sincerely
Mike Kuzma
January 17, 2015
Sending many hugs , thoughts and prayers during this very sad time.
Sandra Potts
January 17, 2015
My sincere condolence to the Conte Family for the loss of your beloved one. May God give you the strength needed at this most difficult time. Isa 41:10.
LA
January 17, 2015
Claire was high-spirited in high school and never lost the energy and gleam in her eye. She was the mover and shaker for the Trenton High Class of 1950 throughout her life and those of us who were part of that class will miss her greatly. My condolences to her family.
Carl Davidson
January 17, 2015
Marian/ Lonny,
My heart felt condolences on the passing of your Mother. I have so many fond memories of her and the Conte family growing up together on Scammell Ave.
I am sure your Father, John, Ron and my Father and Mother welcomed her into heaven.
God Bless you during this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Glenn W. Materniak
Glenn Materniak
January 17, 2015
Sincere sympathy to Claire's family and friends but find peace knowing she touched so many while here. RIP
January 17, 2015
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Claire. My deepest condolences go out to the Conte family.My family has had ties to the Ippolito,Camisi,and Conte families for many years . I personally remember Claire with kind thoughts . She always was a kind person with only good things to say about anyone. Rest in peace Claire.
james castranova
January 17, 2015
Lonny & Marian and family,
So sorry to hear of Claire's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Rita Scozzari, Pennington, NJ
Rita Scozzari
January 17, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family.Heaven has gained an angel,she will be remembered by many.I will surely miss seeing her out dancing at the Coast Iine.Knowing Clair she is dancing in heaven.
Dee Petrosillo
January 17, 2015
Dominick- Heartfelt sympathies to you and your family for the loss of your mother. Sorry fro your loss brother.
Andy Polascak
January 17, 2015
Lonny....I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.....my sincere condolences to you and your family....thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michele Cacace
January 16, 2015
Best sister-in-law ever. Best aunt ever my girls and I will miss you forever. From the heart , Gay Gabrielle and Joey
January 16, 2015
Love you and will miss you
Always, gabrielle
January 16, 2015
Lonny, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. I pray the you feel our Lord's loving arms comforting you.
Angela York
January 16, 2015
To all who loved Claire,
She was a second mom to all of us for a very long time. My mom and Claire were inseparable through hard times and great times. There have been a lot of wonderful memories. My dad and mom and Lou and Claire
were an incredible foursome since high school.
I miss them all so very much.
God bless.
Love, Patricia (Lane) DeLany
January 16, 2015
Cheri...your Mom will never, ever be forgotten!! ....I, myself, will always look back on "all" the great times and memories we "all" shared at the "Italian American Sportsman's Club!!" ....your Mom was surely loved by all who knew her!! ...my deepest sympathy to you and your family....Michele Fuccello-Vandertuyn
January 16, 2015
CLAIRE, HEAVEN IS IN FOR A REAL TREAT WHEN YOU TEACH THE ANGELS TO LINE DANCE. LOVE AND MISS YOU. COUSIN CAROLE
January 16, 2015
Your in out prayers and hearts
Cousins Dolores and Virginia
January 16, 2015
Claire, I hope you dance the night away in heaven! You will be missed!
My thoughts and prayers are sent to her entire family.
Debbie Gore
January 16, 2015
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