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Carolyn Catena Obituary

Carolyn Chiabrera Catena

AGE: 80 • Kennett Square, PA

Carolyn Chiabrera Catena, age 80 of Kennett Square, PA., died Friday December 6, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was a daughter of the late Biagio and the late Louise (Talamini) Chiabrera.

Carolyn was a Bookkeeper in several industries, most recently for her son at WAC Mushrooms. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Patrick's Church. Everyone knew grass never grew under her feet. She was an avid traveler to destinations far and near. Her home away from home was Ocean City, NJ. When Carolyn was not traveling, she enjoyed shopping, reading, knitting, baking, dining out, bowling on various leagues and decorating for each holiday. Most importantly she loved spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her husband Camillo A. Catena; one son, William A. Catena (Amy) of Kennett Square; two daughters, Annette Vattilano (Robert) of Oxford and Cindy Fragale (Randy Dieterick) of West Grove; one sister, Marguerite " Maggie" Mastripollito (Phil) of Kennett Square; 10 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

You are invited to visit with Carolyn's family from 6-9 PM Thursday December 12, 2013 and from 8:30-9:30 AM Friday December 13 at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. Her mass of Christian burial will be 10AM Friday at St. Patrick's Church 212 Meredith St. Kennett Square. Interment will be held privately. Contributions in her memory may be made to Neighborhood Hospice, 795 E. Marshall St., Suite 204, West Chester PA 19380. To share condolences with her family, please visit www.griecocares.com

Published by The News Journal on Dec. 9, 2013.
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Heartfelt sympathy to Carolyn's family
and friends. She was a loving and giving
person.

Pat & Andy Augustine

December 12, 2013

The loss of a love one is very devastating, at sometimes we don't know where to turn, Thankful we are to God, we can reach out to him in prayer, please read Psalms 65:2, it tell us many will go to the “Hearer of prayer”.

December 12, 2013

to all of the CATENA family there is nothing i can say but carolyn was so proud of all of you..i am so glad that she,shirley and i had halloween weekend together..didn't think it would be our last outing.she was a bright light in all of our lives and went out too soon. JOYCE

JOYCE (DUNN} FAVILLE

December 11, 2013

Cindy,Billy,and Annette - I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She is no longer suffering. She was such a personality! God bless you and your family.

Diane DiNorscia

December 10, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Anthony Bacchetta

December 10, 2013

I called you Mom all through my high school years. We miss your sassy attitude and warm smile already. To your family I can only say that I am so sorry and know that she's now in heaven playing cards with Mom. She will be greatly missed. Our love to you all at this difficult time.

Kathy (Leo) Bartlett and Family

December 10, 2013

Uncle Camille, Billy, Cindy and Annette, sending thoughts and prayer to you all! I love you guys and will deeply miss her too! She was the sweetest women who Always had a smile on her face! You are all in my thoughts. Love you!

Colleen Pierson

December 9, 2013

Dear Annette and the entire family, please accept our sincere condolences at this time in your lives, - your Mom was the best! We had a lot of fun together many years ago, Sandy McDonaugh McVaugh

December 9, 2013

sad news....Carolyn always had a warm smile and heart felt hello....sorry for her family and friends

tom davis

December 9, 2013

So sorry to hear of Carllyn's passing. My sympathy goes out to her family. My mother Kay Ruoss also sends her sympathy. She remebers how she was always " The life of the party" at the many Optomists functions they attended together. Unfortunately her and I both have health issues that will prevent us from attending the services. God bless you all

Fran Scholl

December 9, 2013

Camillo and family: So sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. I enjoyed her happy and always positive attitude whenever I would run into her in town. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joni Hoffman (and family)

December 9, 2013

My sincere sympathy goes out to Carolyn's family. She loved her friends, and she will be missed.

Elaine Ruggieri

December 9, 2013

I will never forget your infectious laugh. And I will always remember when you and Aunt Maggie chaperoned Cindy and me in Florida. Even though you kept us out way past our curfew and we had to sneak back in our hotel, you were the best chaperone ever!

Diane Pesce

December 9, 2013

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