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Elsie Colonna Obituary
June 10, 1922 - July 15, 2011
Cary
Elsie Ann Colonna, 89, died Friday, July 15, 2011. She was born June 10, 1922, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Palizano) Butera in Brooklyn, NY. She married the late Dr. Anthony R. Colonna in 1949.
She is survived by her children, Frank Colonna and wife Rebecca of Raleigh, and Barbara Lyke and husband Bill of Cary; grandchildren, Danielle Lyke, William Lyke, Catherine Colonna, and Matthew Colonna. She is predeceased by her brothers, Henry J. Butera, Daniel G. Butera, and Charles J. Butera.
Burial will be held at a later date in Calvary Cemetery in New York.
Condolences can be sent to www.brownwynne.com
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Memories and Condolences
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John Parrish
July 23, 2011
Frank and Family...My condolences too you in your time of Grief. Try too remember the good times with Momma and hope that Helps you through...
Mike Elledge
July 22, 2011
Frank, I was sorry to learn about the passing of Ms. Colonna. Please accept my condolences...our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this time.
Dan Ratte'
July 18, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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