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Marilyn Lardizzone Obituary
Marilyn (Skarb) Lardizzone, 80, of Portland, beloved wife of Guy Lardizzone, died peacefully on September 18, 2020 after a long illness. In addition to her husband of 57 years, Marilyn is survived by her two sons, David and his wife Christina of Portland and Dennis and his wife Julie of Sturbridge, MA. Marilyn was also the loving and proud Grammy to her four grandchildren, Nathan, Kayla, Gabriella and Dominic. She was a loving sister to Theresa and her late husband John Russo; brothers, John Skarb and his wife Eloise, Walter Skarb and his wife Patricia, Stanley Skarb and his wife Sandy, a sister-in-law, Gaetina and her late husband Sebastian Pattavina, a brother-in-law, Louis Lardizzone, as well as many nieces and nephews. Marilyn was born in Middletown, the daughter of the late Walter J. and Julia (Waz) Skarb. She attended St. Mary's school and after graduation became an active member of The Children of Mary Sodality of St. Mary's Parish and the Polish Knights Auxiliary. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1958. As a loving mother she spent countless hours in the Portland Grade Schools helping out with numerous activities. She was loved by many of the students and some even asked her to become their teacher. Marilyn started every day with a cup of coffee and filling out the word puzzle JUMBLE in the Hartford Courant. Her favorite pastime included shopping and going to a Military Whist. Prior to her retirement in 2014, Marilyn was employed with Pratt & Whitney and later Advanced Behavioral Health in Middletown. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 25, at 9:15 a.m. from Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown, followed by a 10 a.m. Funeral Liturgy at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Elm St., Middletown. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Middletown. Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home on Thursday, September 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. Those who wish may send memorial donations to Alzheimer's Association or American Cancer Society. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Marsha (Lockhart) Dowling
October 4, 2020
To Guy, David, Dennis and family,
Many years have gone by but the memories of kindness are never lost in time. May Marilyn rest in peace. May het memory be a blessing to all whose lives she touched.
Judi O'Brien
September 26, 2020
Sandy & Family,
So very sorry for your loss. I used to carpool with Marilyn to PWA in the Colt Bldg. in Hartford many years ago. It was always an entertaining ride!
Rose Sbalcio
September 26, 2020
Guy,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Let your wonderful memories sustain you.
Jean Fazzino
September 25, 2020
To Guy and Lardizzone Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Marilyn at ABH. Marilyn was a wonderful person who was always so professional, yet we always found time to share a family story or two about her grandchildren or children. Marilyn was so dedicated and took pride in anything she did. May she rest in peace.
With my sincerest condolences,
Jean Fazzino
Kim Lanci
September 24, 2020
To the Lardizzone Family
I so sorry for your loss. Marilyn was a wonderful woman. I worked with Marilyn for many years at ABH and we shared many laughs and stories of my son and her children and grand-children. It was an honor to know her. Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time. My she rest in peace.
With our deepest condolences
Kim Lanci and Peter Petano
John Sterry, Jr.
September 24, 2020
Sending my Blessings to Guy and family!
Karen Labbadia
September 24, 2020
Guy, David, Dennis and family,
We are sending our deepest sympathy on Marilyn’s passing. I am sure the lovely memories of 57 years married and family times will help you through the days ahead. May she rest in peace.
Karen and Joe Labbadia
William Schiffert
September 23, 2020
Walt & Pat, sorry for the loss of your sister Walt. I’m sure she was a great person and will be missed. Hope you both are doing well. Your former coworker Bill Schiffert
Stan Stachura Port St Lucie, Fl
September 22, 2020
To the Lardizzone family,
I was fortunate to have known and grown up with Marilyn on Cooley ave. Marilyn was one of a kind and very unpredictable and fun. Until she meet this Italian person name Guy, who turned out to be a GREAT HUSBAND. I have alot of very fond memories of Marilyn and the Skarb gang. Guy you and your family have had a one of kind GREAT WIFE AND MOTHER. Sorry about your loss but I know you will have alot of great memories and love for Marilyn
Allie McKenna
September 22, 2020
Dear Mr. Lardizzone and Family,
I worked with Marilyn at ABH for many years. She was a fixture at the front desk. We shared many laughs over the years and I was sad to see her retire but glad she was finally taking time for herself. She was like a second mother to me, we always shared stories and Marilyn gave me great mom advice as I have three sons. I was sad to hear of her passing and I wish your family love, light and peace. Sincerely, Allie McKenna friend and co-worker
Scott Brinckerhoff
September 22, 2020
Guy, I'm so sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. I feel as though I know her a little bit after reading her obituary. She comes across as a fine person. I remember you often mentioned Marilyn at our luncheons and you'd always bring her back something from the restaurant. My condolences, and hope we can all get together when the pandemic is in our rear view mirror.
Maria Passanisi McDonald
September 22, 2020
Dear Guy and family. So sorry to hear Marilyn died. May all wonderful memories remain with you forever. Such a difficult time. I will keep her and your family in my prayers.
September 21, 2020
Dear Guy,
Although I haven't you and Marilyn for many years (I no longer live in CT), I remember you both like yesterday. You and I lived near St. Mary's. Then
we all worked and Pratt. Marilyn, such a lovely lady, always so nice. I enjoyed talking with her. Do you remember the
old War Bldg. and OBG? Must say, as much as everyone complained about everybody, I
miss those days at P&W. Friends like Marilyn and you were a pleasure to work with.
To Marilyn: it's time for you to rest. God knows you best. You
are now with the Heavenly
Body of Saints and Angels. Our
Lord is waiting to hold you in the palm of his hand.
Condolences to you Guys, your whole family and many friends.
You will be in my prayers.
Lovely lady Marilyn, rest.
Betty Bogdan
Donna Grisham
September 21, 2020
Dear Guy and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. We will always remember Marilyn very fondly and as Beautiful as she is in this picture..
With Love ,
Donna and Don Grisham
Pat Thompson sunderland
September 21, 2020
Guy and family. My heart goes out to you all. Marilyn was like family to the Russo's. We have some wonderful memories and will always remember. Gone but not forgotten.
Denise (Russo) Hamilton
September 21, 2020
Aunt Terry & Family...
My thoughts and prayers to your and your family. Many fond memories of Marilyn growing up. Love, Denise & Family
Christine Pinunsky
September 21, 2020
Guy and family - So sorry hear of sweet Marilyn's passing. I was blessed not knowing Marilyn personally at Pratt and Whitney, on some of our Lion's trips, but personally. You are loved dear lady. Blessings and prayers for her family at this time
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