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JO-ANNE COLBURN Obituary
Family will receive friends on Thursday January 28, 2016 (TODAY) at the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven from 9:00 to 10:30 am. Funeral procession will leave Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home at 10:40 AM for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am in St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 65 Burban Dr. Branford with Committal to follow at All Saints Cemetery.
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Lisa J Landone
January 25, 2024
THE LORD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU MAKE HIS FACE SHINE UPON AND BE GRACIOUS TO YOU THE LORD TURN HIS FACE TOWARD YOU AMD GIVE YOU PEACE AMEN
Sally Hopkins
January 21, 2024
I miss you so much. I always hold you so close in my heart, Jo. Until we meet again ..... Can't believe it's been 8 years already......Rest in Paradise.... I love you, my friend.
Dorice Harris
January 20, 2024
Miss you, and miss talking to you Jo-Anne. Please say hello to my dad for me. I know he's watching over us as well. You are forever in my heart, thoughts and prayers. Continue to rest my friend.
SALLY HOPKINS
January 20, 2023
I miss you now like I missed you then....and I always will. XOXO
Linda Terrill
January 24, 2022
Forever in Our Hearts, Jo. May your fiery spirit and beautiful soul rest in peace until we meet again.
Lisa J Landone
January 23, 2022
Joanne you have the heart of a hero I remember your strength and compassion for people and animals. You were fearless. my my friend. GOD Bless your kind and beautiful soul.
SALLY HOPKINS
January 21, 2022
January 25th 2016......a day that i will never forget. You are with me in everything i do. I miss you all the time... until we meet again. My dear sweet loving friend. XO you are ALWAYS in my heart.
Roberta m Perillo
January 20, 2022
She was a wonderful kind and generous person who loved her family. May God bless her in heaven
Dianne Marlowe
January 21, 2021
I love you and will always miss your presence in all of or lives. Peace and love ❤ ☮ DeeAnne
Roberta Perillo
January 20, 2021
I had the pleasure of taking care of her loving mother Alice. JoAnn was a sweet, gentle, loving, generous woman who loved her family and was very productive in her work and home. I have great memories of her and her family. May God bless you and your family
Sally Hopkins
January 20, 2021
There will be a mass honoring JoAnne's soul on Monday , her 5 year anniversary of passing, at 8am at St Vincent de Paul curch on Tyler st in East Haven. For anyone who would like to attend
Sally Hopkins
January 20, 2021
I cant believe its 5 years already! You already know how sad i still am that you're gone but its bittersweet because i know youre in a much better place and some day sooner than not we will be together again to "cut a rug" up in heaven forever more. Your friend forever. Never to be forgotten. EVER!
Love you so much XO
Lisa Landone
January 21, 2020
Dear JoAnn
You are a treasure to those whose lives you have so deeply touched.
We miss you but we know we will see you again. God Bless your kind and beautiful soul.
Lisa Landone
Vinnie Gargano
January 21, 2020
Remembering Jo-Anne on the anniversary of her passing, Jo-Anne was such a loving soul, full of life, and compassion, always there to help others, as a friend, co-worker, union steward, I pray that she is resting peacefully with our Lord, she will always be remembered.
Linda Hanson
January 20, 2020
Missing you my friend.....
SALLY HOPKINS
January 20, 2020
In 5 days it will be 4 longyears (see what I did there....lol) you are not with us. I miss you always. I love you always. I cannot go by the cemetary without stopping in even for just one minute. I miss you so much......I hope you hear me when I am speaking to you. I do it often....Sleep in peace my dear friend.....until we meet again.
Debbie Mosier
January 25, 2017
Oh Jo
I miss you so much. I think of you everyday. I cannot believe it has been a year already since your passing. I love you and will see you again someday.
My Angel my friend!!
All my love forever
Your friend pantyhose Debbie
Bonnie Colburn
April 21, 2016
I miss you more and more every single day that passes. An angel taken too soon is what everyone says and it couldn't be more true. Ma, your first grandchild is going to be born on your and daddy's anniversary. It breaks my heart to know that you will not be here to meet him/her and that they will never meet their wonderful grandmother. But trust and believe I will tell them everything about their incredible grandmother and that she is with us guiding us through this path of life. I just hope I can be as great of a mom as you were to me mommy. I am going to strive to do that. It will be hard but I am going to love this baby with every bit of me. This isn't getting any easier, at all, not having you around breaks my heart ma. But I can tell you that I am learning to cope with this more everyday, as they say time will heal. This is a big wound to heal though my heart is broken I miss you like you would not believe. I know you are looking over me, Justin, Daddy, and Joanie. And now this baby in my tummy. I still feel all your love around me. Not a day goes by though that I don't wish I could have one more mommy hug, kiss, or laugh. Not a day ma, not one. I love and miss you sooo much & I just hope that you are at peace now. Love you ma, RIP. XOXO
Bonnie Colburn
April 21, 2016
Miss you more every day mom. Taken from us way too soon. Your first grandchild will be born on your and daddy's anniversary. How it breaks my heart that you won't be here to meet him/her. But I know you will be watching over your grand baby and guiding them through life. I love you so much and wish I could just have one last hug, one last kiss, one last laugh, time heals but this isn't getting easier. Any easier, at all, the only thing I am doing mommy is coping as well as I can and taking it day by day. My angel forever I love you ma. RIP XOXO
Dianne Marlowe
April 4, 2016
Joanne was a loving woman, deserving of love and respect from all who were fortunate enough to know her. She made a difference in many lives, a tireless worker, and an inspiration. I loved her.
Peter & Melissa Tremantano
April 2, 2016
Dear Colburn Family,
Sally called to tell us of Jo-Anne's untimely passing. We are so sorry for your loss.
Peter & Melissa Tremantano
April 2, 2016
Dear Colburn Family,
Sally called to tell me of Jo-Anne's untimely passing. Pete and we are so sorry for your loss.
Sally
March 21, 2016
Beautiful angel gone too soon.
Gail Lindsey
February 23, 2016
To the Colburn Family. May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Jo-Anne will truly be missed.
Roberta Perillo
February 5, 2016
Ward, Joan and Bonnie,
There are no words to express how sorry I am. I did not know until I just read it in the East Haven paper. I have very fond memories of Jo-anne. She was so kind, generous and caring and loved her family. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. She is an angel in heaven now.
Roberta Perillo
Carolina Amendola
February 4, 2016
Ward Joan and Bonnie, my heart goes out to all of you and your love ones. She will truly be missed. I will always have my memories of xmas with the union's kid's party. I know you have plenty of your own to help you. So rely on them and your friends. Rip my friend love always till we meet again.
Kaneesha Jackson
February 3, 2016
Dear Jo-Jo's familey,
LaVerne told me that Jo-Jo passed. I am sorry to here the news. She helpt me soooo much with the boss problim I had. I wont forget her ever. She is now in glory with the Lord.
Kaneesha Jackson
Tina and Ralph Pisano
February 3, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your daughters. We are in a state of shock learning about Jo-Ann's untimely death. May she RIP.
John and Beverly Merola
February 2, 2016
Ward, Bonnie, and family. Beverly and I are so sorry for your loss. Jo-Anne was a wonderful woman who was kind and an inspiration to many. Her spirit and loving ways will remain with her friends and family forever.
Paula Jean Currier
February 1, 2016
Ward, Bonnie, and Joan,
So sorry for your loss. Jo-Anne will be
sorely missed by all. She always left an impression wherever she went.
My Deepest Sympathy
Paula Jean
Karen Houston
January 30, 2016
I was so sad to hear that my cousin was taken from us so soon. She was a beautiful person inside & out. We shared many special conversations together. She's an angel now watching over her girls. She's with her mom & dad whom she missed so much. Rest in peace dear cousin. You will be truly missed. I love you
Sally Hopkins
January 30, 2016
Rest In Peace....my beautiful sweet dear friend. I miss you so much. I will forever hold you dear in my heart. I cannot believe you are gone......but NEVER forgotten. You are our angel up above.....until we meet again. XO
Michael & Erica Mosier JR
January 30, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ward Joan &Bonnie we are so very very sorry for your lost I remember all the funny stories Your Mom use to tell me about my Mom. They were the best of friends for many many years. I think your Moms favorite story about my mom was pantyhose Debbie I know she will be deeply missed. My wife and I pray that the Lord will give you all the strength you need to get through this very difficult time All our love Michael & Erica Mosier
Debbie Mike Mosier
January 29, 2016
Oh my dear dear friend my heart is broken I will miss you so. Our deepest sympathy to ward Joan and Bonnie we will be here for you always. Love Debbie Mike Mosier
Gladys Camp
January 29, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Jo-anne's passing. My condolences to her family and dearest friends. She was a wonderful person. RIP
January 28, 2016
To Ward, Joan & Bonnie,
My condolences to you for the loss of your loved one, Jo-Anne. Jo-Anne played a pivotal road throughout my career at the post office, a co-worker, mentor and great fiend. She was one of the best union steawrd any job could have. Extremely professional and never compromised your personal information. What a wonderful spirit and beautiful soul. My heart is sadden to know that she has passed on. I will never forget her and what she contribute to me, as well as her job. Until we meet again my friend, may your soul always rest in peace. And may God continue to heal your aching hearts.
Dorice Harris/ Ward Williams
New Haven, Ct.
Diane Rivera
January 28, 2016
Ward, Bonnie and Joan
I am so sorry to hear about Jo Anne she was such a great person and an excellent steward she will be missed by many. With my deepest sympathy. Diane
January 28, 2016
My husband and I are friends of Bob Campbell and we attended church together. Bob has just told me of your loss. I am sorry. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Amber and Dean Bierkan
Pittsburgh, PA
J Izzo
January 28, 2016
To the coburn family I'm so sorry for your loss your family has my prayers
Rob Pasquini
January 28, 2016
My sincere sympathies to Ward and the family. I had the privilege of knowing and working with Jo Anne for 30 of her 40 postal years. She always had a smile on her face and was a superb union steward ! Rob Pasquini
Jane Amadeo
January 28, 2016
To Ward and your beautiful daughters. Pete and I are so sorry for your loss.
Linda Hanson
January 28, 2016
Ward, Bonnie and Joan,
My heart breaks for you. I am so very sorry for your loss and send you my deepest condolences. I am beyond grateful I was able to spend a couple of days with her recently here in Vegas. Cherished time! Rest In Peace Joanne, you will be greatly missed! I Pray the wonderful memories you all share, will, in time, bring you comfort! Hugs and Love sent! Love, Linda
Vincent Gargano
January 28, 2016
Ward , Joan, Bonnie, there are no words to express how saddened I was to hear of your loss of your beloved Wife, Mother. Jo-Anne was the one of the first people I met when I came to work for the USPS, her warm smile and wonderful spirit remained with throughout my Postal career, my memories of her will remain of those thoughts, my deepest sympathy. Respectfully Vince Gargano and Family.
January 28, 2016
To Ward,Bonnie and Joan
So sorry to hear about Joanne's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and our family.
Kenneth snd Gail Villani
Linda Grantland Mele
January 28, 2016
I grew up next to Joanne on Hellstrom Rd. Some many fun memories. My prayers are with the Colburn family during this difficult time.
Jeanne Cardinal
January 28, 2016
So sorry to hear of this shocking loss. Such a sweet and feisty lady. Eternal rest Jo-Anne.
Beulah Nicholas
January 28, 2016
January 28, 2016
Ward, my sincerest love and condolences go out to you and your daughters.
Sorry I never met Jo-Anne. From what I have read she was unique.
May she rest in peace.
Love,
Beulah (Manos) Nicholas
Astoria, NY
Evelyn Algarin
January 28, 2016
My condolences to the Ward family. We will lift her name in prayer to give you peace and comfort. She was a wonderful woman, co-worker, and friend. She will. Be missed
Cathy Magan
January 28, 2016
I'm deeply saddened of Jo-Anne's sudden passing. I didn't know her that well, but she would come into the pizza shop for lunch with an amazing vital energy that made me smile!! We would view new pictures of her dogs, & daughters dogs each time from her camera phone! She also invariably made us laugh every single time she was in for lunch... I will miss her very much, because she wasn't just a customer to us, she was a friend. Rest in Peace with the Angels lovely woman...
Tracey Long
January 28, 2016
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Such a great lady and co-worker helped me out a lot over the years. Joanne will be remembered always. Praying for your strength.
Linda Terrill
January 28, 2016
My heartfelt sympathy to Ward, Joan, Bonnie and all of JoAnne's loved ones and dearest friends...My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jo touched the lives of all who knew her with her kindness, her spirited strength and her humor. She will be deeply missed. As we celebrate a life so well lived let our hearts be filled with joyful memories. May she rest in peace.
Mabel Brown
January 28, 2016
Ward, Bonnie and Joan so sorry for your loss. Jo help me out a lot when I became Chief Steward for APWU. Her big smile we will not see, her memories will linger on. May God comfort you as you go through this time of sorrow
Nolan and Lori Davis
January 28, 2016
Our condolences to the Colburn Family.
JoAnne Salinsky
January 28, 2016
Ward, Joan and Bonnie - my heart hurts over your loss. JoAnne was funny and quick witted and her smile was contagious. We seemed to have "bonded" instantly when we first met at Beth & Bo's - I always looked forward to seeing her at the parties because I knew she'd keep me laughing. I can only hope that good memories of fun times will help to guide you through this difficult time and take comfort in knowing she now walks in perpetual sunshine. With deepest sympathy, JoAnne "Miss Jo" Salinsky & husband Tim.
Anita Williamson
January 27, 2016
What A Wonderful Smile!!!! So Sorry For Loss Ward And Family. May God Bless You All, She Will Be Missed!!!
Denise Ashe
January 27, 2016
Ward we are so sadden to hear of the passing of our dear co-worker and union steward. She will be greatly missed. May the peace of God comfort you now and in the days ahead.
January 27, 2016
My heart is sadden right now. I will miss you "Jo-Jo". I will miss our conversation about family and work. Our names we had for each other, RIP my friend.
Love, Linda "linda Lou" Kendall
January 27, 2016
Ward,Bonnie,Joan, We are all so sorry for your loss.
Dominic,Luella,and family
Claudia crawford
January 27, 2016
Warn, joan and bonnie, My deepest sympathy in your loss of joanne. Love thoughts and prayers are with you all.
January 27, 2016
My condolences to the Colburn family. She amazed me with her intelligence and helped me out with anything I went to her for guidance.Jo-ANN, YOU WILL BE MISSED GREATLY.
Joe Matto
steve
January 27, 2016
Rest In Peace Cousin
Tom Melotto
January 27, 2016
To the Colburn family, my heart and prayers go out to you in this difficult time. I've known Joanne for 35 years, we hung together and laugh together. She will live on in our memories. God Bless.
albert alston
January 27, 2016
To the Colburn family, I would like to extend to you my condolences.
Jo-Anne was a great mentor to me as a Union steward for the APWU. I will miss her love, guidance and wisdom that she always shared with me. May God bless her spirit for all eternity.
Albert Alston...
Lowell & Carolyn Ross
January 27, 2016
Ward,Bonnie,Joan Our deepest sympathy...
Carolyn Clemente
January 27, 2016
Ward my sincere condolences to you and your daughters. I will always remember how helpful she was to me and will miss her.
Lisa Landone
January 27, 2016
Dear Ward, Bonnie & Joan.
Joanne and I bonded one day at the New Haven Post Office while coming to the aid of animals. I was new to New Haven and did yet not know Joanne personally but in a single moment of solidarity in kindness we became forever friends. I respect and love Joanne as the beautiful and fearless soul she is. Know that love is forever after and that she is with eternally.
To Joanne's postal family I also send my deepest condolences. You gave her life some of its greatest purpose and joy.
GOD Bless you.
Lisa Landone
USPS
Diane Simkus
January 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Joanne was a very caring person. She will be missed
Frank & Donna Martone
January 27, 2016
We are deeply sorry to hear about Joanne's passing. Ward, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joanne will be greatly missed. Her warmth, kindness, and spirit will be remembered forever.
Sincerely,
Frank & Donna Martone
Edward J Mattei
January 27, 2016
I retired from the Postal Service seven years ago, after 41 years of service. Although I have not had the pleasure of working with Joanne directly, I do remember her as being a kind, giving and gentle person.
I am very sorry for your loss. I pray that the memories of her live on in your hearts forever. May she rest in peace.
Sylvia R
January 27, 2016
Sorry for your loss.
Dee Dinan
January 27, 2016
Those beautiful eyes and contagious smile will never be forgotten. Devoted to family. Animal lover and such a good hearted person. You will be missed my girl! Now your new job begins in heaven. God has important work for you I am sure. Watch over us and let us know you are around now and then. You touched so many and are gone too soon. Rest in peace, Jo. Love you!
Art & Pam Tramontano
January 27, 2016
Sincere Condolences Ward,Bonnie & Joan.Joanne was a wonderful person,gone too soon! She will be remembered with her smile!So sorry to have to miss the services!
Pattu Amore
January 27, 2016
Joan thinking of you at this time of sorrow. I'm sorry about the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
love
Patty Amore
Diane Simkus
January 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Joann was such a caring person. She will be missed by all
Lauren
January 27, 2016
Thinking of all of you in this difficult time
with love,
Lauren,Peter and Sarah
Michellece Cufone (Revill)
January 27, 2016
I remember our first days at Brewery St...laughing and commiserating over being part of the smallest "sub" crew ever!! What fun those days were. And your lasagna with the little meatballs? Still my favorite! Ohhh,how much you will be missed. It breaks my heart that you are gone. Truly. You were the ABSOLUTE best. Rest in Peace, my friend. Misch
Dianne Marlowe
January 27, 2016
Jo-Anne was a woman with a generous spirit,, humor, and kindness. She brought love to all of us and was always ready to help and lend support, especially to my own mother. I shall always appreciate having her in my life. My love to Ward, Joan, and Bonnie.
Love, Dianne
Rob Campbell
January 27, 2016
Our hearts are heavy and saddened by the sudden loss of our beloved Joanne. She was a kind and loving soul who will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
The Campbell, Colburn and Phelan Families
Cheryl Dziurgot
January 27, 2016
To Ward and Bonnie and Joan, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jo-Anne was one of my first friends at the Postal Service, she was a wonderful person who was always willing to help. I hope sweet memories can help you through this difficult time. I will be thinking of you...
Amanda Siedlecki
January 26, 2016
Joanne was one of my regulars at big y. I saw her everyday. She was so sweet and funny. Last Easter we were talking about candy and I told her I love peeps. A few minutes lady she returned and gave me a stuffed animal peep. What a nice lady! I am going to miss seeing her. Sending love to the Colburn family
Janet Bitzer
January 26, 2016
I was so sorry to hear about Joanne passing.
We spent many happy moments with her and
her Mom and Dad. Our family parties and
picnics made wonderful memories.
My thoughts and prayers go out to her
daughters. She will remain in our hearts.
You and Candy can have some great dancing
times together.
May u Rest in Peace.
Love, Cousin Janet
January 26, 2016
I owe my career at the post office to Joanne. I will miss you & love you forever. Rest in peace Jo. Love Susie woo woo
Sally Hopkins
January 26, 2016
JoAnne....my boo. I will never ever forget you....I cannot believe my girl is gone. I will never get over youre absence.....until we meet again. My life will never be the same without you here. I love you with all my heart.
Sally Ann XO
Ward, Joanie, Bonnie...there are no words to express how sorry I am for this loss. She loved you with all her might....you were all her world. My deepest sympathy to you and may she rest in peace....love, Sally
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