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Valerie Trombley Obituary
BARRE TOWN - Valerie Lea Colo Trombley, 60, was born March 17, 1949, in Barre, the only child of Lea Pacetti Colo and Rudy Colo. She died Oct. 15, 2009, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Valerie attended Ward Five School and St. Monica Grade School, and graduated from Marian High School in the class of 1967, where she was active in the drama club, appearing in several plays, and also represented the school at Girls State in 1966. She attended Anna Maria College in Paxton, Mass., for two years, then transferred to St. Joseph the Provider in Rutland and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education in 1972. Valerie happily and successfully taught at St. Michael's School in Montpelier and then at St. Monica's School in Barre. On Aug. 22, 1984, she married Jay L. Trombley, another educator, and at that time inherited four wonderful children.
Jay and Valerie lived in Morrisville for a short time before moving to Barre, where they made their home. Valerie was active in Paws for Cause and the Humane Society of Central Vermont. Many of Val's happy days were spent with Fuller, her dog, and Diamond, her cat. Lots of special family gatherings were also a highlight of Val's life. Along with her special passion for being fluent in four languages, she enjoyed developing her skills in calligraphy. For the past five years Val and Jay spent their summers at their home on Gooch's Beach in Kennebunk, Maine. The atmosphere there elevated their spirits and love for each other. Val was happiest walking the beach with her dog.
Valerie is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Jay L. Trombley; her parents, Lea and Rudy Colo of Barre; and four stepchildren, Baine and his wife Denise Trombley of Morrisville, Alison and her husband John Abry of Colchester, Ryan and his wife Steffan Trombley of Texas, and Salynn and her husband Joe of New Jersey. Val is a beloved grandmother, "Nonna," to eight grandchildren, Jazanne and Cote Trombley, Reed Abry, Paige and Kai Trombley, and Brendan, Maeve and Garret Hanlon.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be offered in the name of Valerie Trombley to The Humane Society of Central Vermont, P.O. Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601 (802-476-3811) or to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre VT (802-223-1878).
Funeral services will be on Monday, Oct. 19. There are no calling hours. A special Mass will be offered at St. Monica Church in Barre at 11:30 a.m. Following the Mass a gathering to celebrate Valerie's life will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall.
Arrangements are in the care of the Pruneau-Polli Funeral Home, 58 Summer Street in Barre.
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Memories and Condolences
for Valerie Trombley
Paulette Cote Philbrook
November 5, 2009
Dear Jay, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love,
Sarah & Steve Burnette
October 26, 2009
Dear Jay, Steve and I send out love, our prays and our hope to you and your family during this difficult days. We loved Val very much and will miss her wonderful sense of humor and understanding, compassionate friendship.
We pray that the Lord will give you peace and comfort
October 24, 2009
Dear Rudy and family,
I remember Valerie, when I was a student at Marian, probably in your bio clas. She was the apple of your eye. I was so sorry to read of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
~Sarah Beers, Marian '62
Ernie Searle-Spratt
October 21, 2009
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I was a classmate of Valerie at St. Monica's School and Marian High School.
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October 21, 2009
Jay,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Armand and Laura Maurice
Terri Tremblay Mangold
October 21, 2009
To My Dearest Papa Jay,
I am so saddened by your loss. Words cannot describe how heartbroken I was when I read Val's name. You are both so very special to me and I love you both very dearly! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, as are your children and grandchildren. I will stop by to see you the next time I am in Vermont. I am so sorry that I did not get the chance to do so last summer. It was the first time that I didn't get up to see you and Val. I so wished I had. Please find comfort that Val is in a better place now and with her Heavenly Father. I know that she is watching over you and smiling upon you. I love you and miss you!
Elizabeth Grant
October 21, 2009
Dear Jay, Ryan, Steffan and all the Trombley Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. We know how beloved Val was to all the Trombleys, including her beautiful grandchildren, and how much she and the joy that she brought to everyone will be missed.
With our deepest sympathy, best wishes and love, Elizabeth Grant, Steve Norten and family
Anne Trombley Mullings
October 21, 2009
Jay, so sorry to hear of your loss. I always liked Val. She was a real lady through and through. God bless you and your family. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Anne Domey
October 21, 2009
Dear Jay, Baine, Alison, Ryan & Salynn,
I only read about Valerie's passing today in the paper. Oh, how my heart sunk knowing of another member of this loving family with whom I share childhood memories; has moved to heaven.
Let God work his miracles and let the sun shine and warm your hearts with the wonderful memories of Valerie.
A donation to the Central VT Humane Society will be given in honor of Valerie.
Peace be with you all.
Art and Laurie Foster
October 21, 2009
Dear Jay,
We are saddened to hear of your deep loss. Although we did not know Valerie well, we could sense the love you shared every time we visited the shop, or stopped to chat as we walked by your house. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Osborne
October 19, 2009
Rudy and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss today. I'm so glad I got to know Val as a colleague while teaching at St. Monica. She will surely be missed by everyone in the community.
Dave Noyes
October 19, 2009
Jay,
My prayers are with you at this time of loss for you and your family.
May your wonderful memories of Val bring a smile to your face, and ease the ache in your heart.
Denise Nykiel
October 19, 2009
To Jay,
I will always remember Val in the livingroom sitting with her "Big Boy" Fuller, and Diamond, and how much she loved them. Then we would go out to your room, and try on some pretty things and we would all sit and talk.
What a lovely, caring person. She will be greatly missed by all. My heart goes out to you and your family. Denise
Monica Alcorn
October 18, 2009
To my precious Uncle and cousins, I will always remeber Val for her kind smile and listening ear. She always wanted to talk about me and my children and with so much sincerity. My heart breaks for your suffering. I love you all so much and with time you will heal and have hope again. I am rejoicing with Val on what a blessing you have all been to her. Love and prayers to Val, Monica
Joan and Claude Savoie
October 18, 2009
Sorry to hear of your recent loss.
October 18, 2009
We became an extended family of Val. I'm sure at times we were overwhelming. Val accepted us with her warmth and kindness. Bob and I are praying that God will give peace to Jay and his family. Val is now "home with the Lord" and that sustains us.
Bob and Louise Sanders
Ft. Myers, Florida
October 18, 2009
Dear Jay,
My heart goes out to you. You have been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be so in the days ahead. Most sincerely, Candace Stone Thomas
Patrice LUneau
October 17, 2009
Jay and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Val was a wonderful collegue and beautiful person. I worked with Val for years at St. Monica. We laughed and giggled often and sometimes even cried.She was a genuine lady and one I respected and looked up to often. She was a brave person and I know she is now in a peaceful place where there is no pain.
Patrice Luneau
Walden, Vermont
Jennifer Gallaro
October 17, 2009
My Dearest Friend Salynn and her family,
I am so very saddened to hear of the loss of your dear mother, also wonderful wife to your dad, loving grandmother to all the children, and precious daughter to her dear mom and dad. My thoughts are with each of you during this difficult time.
I have never met Valerie, only heard great things about her and your family from you and the kids. However, I do know she was amazing, for you are a part of her, special and amazing in our hearts in NJ.
I have been praying for FAITH and continued HOPE for you my friend. I wish for PEACE to find a place in your hearts as you all join together to celebrate all the wonderful and glorious things about your loving mom. Her legacy will continue to live on in all of you.
All my love and please know that when you read this my heart is within yours, I am here for you.
LOVE YOU,
David Bradshaw
October 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jack & Judy Trombley
October 17, 2009
Dear Jay and Family - I am so sorry to hear of Val's passing. As cousin's we have not kept in touch and that I regreat. I am so sorry that Judy & I will not be able to be with you Monday,but please know our thoughts will be.
Linda Lamberton
October 17, 2009
Dear Jay,
I am so heartbroken at Val's death. I knew she had cancer, but I always hoped and prayed she would overpower it. She was a LADY full of strength,kindness, laughter, beauty and love. I will always cherish Val and the times we shared, especially our walks on the beach where her beauty was radiant. All my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you and the rest of your family. Love, Linda Lamberton
Trudy Smith
October 17, 2009
Fuller, Diamond, Jay, Lea, Rudy, and Family.
Dee-O-Gee, Izzy and I have lost a great friend. We share in your loss but know that Val is at peace and watching over all of you. She is in a beautiful place with all the things she loves. Take joy in her memory, that is what she would have wanted.
All my love and support, Trudy
October 17, 2009
As difficult as it is for Jay to lose his second wife, it is excruciating for Rudy and his wife to lose their only child. When our son died someone said to us: When a ship leaves the dock and heads out to sea you can see it until it hits the horizon...but it is still there. Be there for them and each other.
October 17, 2009
Jay,
I am so sorry to hear about Val. I only met her a couple of times years ago but seemed like a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anna Adams Thompson
Ray Lambert
October 17, 2009
My condolences to Valerie's family.
Janet Gilbert
October 17, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
October 17, 2009
Jay & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Valerie was a wonderful individual who will be missed by many. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Gregg & Jessica (King) Cerniglia
October 17, 2009
Jay , I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Polly
Sandra Marie Cane
October 17, 2009
I have this feeling there is one more star up in the sky tonight. Even though it is far away, its brightness and warmth still reach us here to make the night a little less dark.
With my deepest Sympathy
Sandy Cane (Mayor of Viggiù)
Jill Lavigne
October 16, 2009
Dear Leah and Rudy,Words cannot be said for your loss.I always thought Val was so beautiful.She was very kind to me and I remember doing her hair,and her sharing stories of her Tanzy.Leah I think of you often,I love you and should you need me please let me know.I make house calls. Love Jill Lavigne.xoxo
Enes Conedera
October 16, 2009
Dear Jay, Rudy, Lea, Fuller and Family,
I woke with Val in my dream Thursday a.m. She and I were window shopping in Kennebunkport and she started to laugh about something I said, I started laughing too and we couldn't stop. We had tears of laughter on our faces as we continued walking down the street.
As little as I actually see all of you, know that I consider you part of my small extended family.
My prayers and love are with all of you.
Enes Conedera
October 16, 2009
Jay and Family,
Our grief is overwhelming. Val is at peace and suffers no longer, for that I find some comfort. Her life's journey has reached her heavenly destination. I am sure she is surrounded by everyone that she has loved, including her beloved Tanzy and Theresa Rose. I will miss my dear friend. She was the best.
Love,
Mary Lou
October 16, 2009
Jay,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers.
Kathy Town
Kyle Higgins
October 16, 2009
WGT#1 - I know you are smiling and happy in your perfect Rose Garden surrounded by all the animals, family & friends loved and lost over the years. xoxo Blue
Lisa Heimall
October 16, 2009
I am sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers. Valerie (Miss Colo) was a great person, teacher and friend.
Lisa DellaSanta Heimall
October 16, 2009
Jay,
So sorry to hear of Valerie's passing. Anne and my condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Leo and Anne Valliere
October 16, 2009
Jay, I am so very sorry to hear of Valerie's passing. As I write this I have tears in my eyes. Valerie was an amazing person with such a big heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Fondly, Wayne and Maryann Breer
Michele LaPerle (DellaSanta)
October 16, 2009
Dear Jay and Family - I am so sorry to hear of Val's passing - she was such a wonderful person. Please know that my thoughts are with you at this time.
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