SOUTHINGTON - AnnMarie "Annie" Angelina Olender, 16, of Southington, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 28, 2015.
Annie was born on March 9, 1999, in Bristol, the loving daughter of James H. Sr., and Angelina (Testa) Olender. Annie loved softball and was a member of the Southington Lightening 99's Travel Softball Team and the Southington Lady Knights JV Softball Team. She was also a proud member of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. Annie loved the water and spent many summers fishing and boating. She was like a suction cup on the water tube. Annie enjoyed dancing, music, turtles and spending time with her family and friends. We will miss her and her beautiful blue eyes.
In addition to her parents James and Angelina, Annie is survived by her three brothers, Daniel Orlando, of Alaska; Jon Claude Fortin Carey and James H. Olender Jr., both of Southington. She also leaves behind her best friend, Joseph Gryckiewicz; her nephew, Liam Michael Williams; and her niece, Avery Angelina Carey; her maternal grandfather, James Testa and his wife, Jamie; and her maternal grandmother, Marilyn Carey; aunts and uncles, James Testa Jr., Michael Testa, Cheryl Testa, Jennifer Lewis and her husband, Trevor, TJ DiBiaso and his wife, Crystal, Janice Olender, Laurie Burnley, Michaela Burnley; and several loving cousins. She was predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Henry and May Olender.
Annie's family would like to thank everyone for the donations and support which are greatly appreciated. Donations in AnnMarie's memory may be made to www.gofundme.com/angelannie.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 3, at St. Thomas Church, 99 Bristol St., Southington. Burial will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery, Southington. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, Aug. 2, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.
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Mommy loves you and i miss your smile and your mom it's OK! Our last face time is still stamped in my head! Mom i wan't blue slushy's! Love you bye!!
Angelina olender
August 5, 2015
Shine Bright Annie. ILY.
Misty Williams
August 2, 2015
Annie,babygirl you were like a little sister to me. An amazing aunt to Liam and Avery.You were just a wonderful smart beautiful young lady. You my be out of my sight but youll Never be far from my heart. R.I.P. <333
Misty Williams
August 2, 2015
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you she was a beautiful girl. Mrs. Pamela Santillo Mrs. S
August 2, 2015
I am truly sorry for your loss. I remember Annie & your children Angel when they were little. Annie & her brother came down to my friends store to buy you a Birthday day present. They had saved their money. I'll never forget how happy they were to do this. God Bless your Beautiful Annie. May you find peace & strength. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Love Mary-Beth Luongo
Mary-Beth Luongo
August 2, 2015
I give you my heartfelt condolences at this difficult time to you and yours. I am so sorry for your loss. One day I hope you and your family find peace.
Sara, Bill & Taylor Beckham
July 31, 2015
God needed AnnMarie more than we did.
God has called her home to rest peacefully in his arms in to eternity.
Randy Mantilia , SR.
July 30, 2015
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