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Susan Califano Obituary
Wappingers Falls - Susan R. Califano, 59, a resident of Wappingers Falls since 1977 and formerly of Yonkers, died on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Yonkers on April 1, 1956, she was the daughter of Eleanor Manzi Olszewski of Wappingers Falls and the late Anthony Olszewski. Susan was employed as a Legal Secretary for Campanaro & Tomkovitch for many years. She was a parishioner of St. Columba Church in Hopewell Junction. She also enjoyed gardening and baking, but more than anything she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her mother, Susan is survived by her children and their spouses, Nicole and Chris Benedetto of Pawling, and Joey and Michelle Califano of Wappingers Falls; her brothers, Anthony Olszewski of Miami, FL, Billy Olszewski of Carmel, and Bobby Olszewski of Mahopac; and her grandchildren, Anthony, Adriana and Joey. She was also predeceased by her brother, Thomas Olszewski.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 5-9pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday at 12pm at St. Columba Church, 835 Route 82, Hopewell Junction with Rev. Richard Smith officiating. Interment will follow in St. Denis Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation, PO Box 405, LaGrangeville, NY 12540. For driving directions, online condolences and memorial donations, please visit Susan's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.
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Clara
October 3, 2022
I miss you susie all the time. You helped me with so many situations I will never forget you or the love we had for each other. You will be in my heart always love you clara
Clara Anderson
August 20, 2020
I miss you all the time!!! I love that we never had a harsh word. That we understood one another. I miss our talks our recipes How we loved grandma rose. All the laughs we shared. You will forget be in my heart. I love you. Clara
Clara Anderson
September 5, 2015
Dear Nicole Joey and Eleanor. I was blessed to have my beautiful cousin susie in my life. I never met another person who loved her children and grandchildren more. The world was a better place having Susie in it! She loved her grandchildren more than life. She was everyone's friend and a great listener the true meaning of a friend. I will miss and love her always. Love you Susie! Always, clara
Shannon (O'Shea) Varuzzo
August 27, 2015
Nicki and Joey, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful Mother Susie. I always thought she was the coolest Mom with her blue car driving down Exeter Rd in Lagrange on her way to the Jones house next door while all us kids were playing in the yards. We lost touch when we moved but I was happy to see her again with out mutual friends the Provosts. Sending prayers to your whole family and may she rest in peace.
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August 27, 2015
Nicki and Joey- My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing and hope that you can find peace in knowing she is no longer suffering. She will forever be watching over you and your children. Alison Carinci Monahan and Family
August 27, 2015
Our deepest sympathy. I know she is finally at peace and will always be with her family in your hearts and memories. Praying for you all. Fondly, Carol & Joe Fusco
August 27, 2015
Susie was a wonderful human being. With all her troubles, she never, ever, ceased to make me laugh. A great person. Prayers are with you all.
Marlene (a former legal eagle).
Liddy McEnery (Hirschhorn)
August 27, 2015
My heart goes out to your family right now. Your mom was absolutely the kindest and coolest mom ever. I feel so lucky to have had her in my life for so many years. I have thought about you all for a while, and have been sending prayers your way. Celebrate all the wonderful memories (including the Pop Warner days) of Susie's life. My mom will be looking out for her in Heaven. If you need anything, I may be far in distance but I am always here for you guys. Love you!
Andrea O'Shea
August 26, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family.
Richard, Barbara, Alison, Anthony Carinci
August 26, 2015
Joe and Nicole, we are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great woman who fought a hard and long battle. Heaven is a little brighter tonight. She is at peace. Our condolences to all.
ANGELA DEL BENE
August 26, 2015
Dear Eleanor and family, Susie fought a courageous fight she is in peace free of pain and suffering. My deepest condolences to the family.
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