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Susan Chillemi Obituary

Susan Chillemi

AGE: 61 • Toms River

Susan Chillemi, 61, of Toms River, passed away peacefully at home with her loving companion, Frank Ingata Jr. by her side, on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013. Susan is remembered for her loving kindness, compassionate heart & generous spirit. She lived her life graciously while always maintaining her strong independence. She was so grateful and appreciated all the loved ones in her life. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, as she touched so many with her thoughtful & caring ways.

Susan is predeceased by her parents, Victor & Angela Chillemi; her sister, Norma Chillemi; brothers, Victor Jr., Brian & Michael Chillemi. She is survived by her loving, longtime companion of 41 years, Frank Ingata Jr. Susan is also survived by her three brothers, Robert, William and Gary Chillemi; her six sisters, Frances Comar, Carol Castagna, Denise Lance, Angela Chillemi, Pamela Chillemi & Patricia Colasurdo, her many loving nieces & nephews. Frank's two sisters, Arlene McEwan & family, Carol Poll & family; and her loving aides & friends who made her life comfortable and more joyful, Blanche McConnell, Marziya Khabiri, Margaret Prokop, Roxanne Viteo, Gabriela Martinez & Melissa Jurick.

Visiting will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, with funeral services at 7 p.m. at the Silverton Memorial Funeral Home, 2482 Church Road, Toms River. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Caffarelli Family Study Research Foundation Inc., 112 Mapletree Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. www.silvertonmemorial.com

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Dec. 10 to Dec. 11, 2013.

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Nancy Gullotta

December 15, 2013

I am saddened to hear of Susan passing. My deepest sympathy to the entire Chillemi family. Susan was a supervisor to me at the BOSS back in the 80's.she was the most kindest, caring,thoughtful person you could ever meet. RIP

Sean McGlynn

December 13, 2013

Rest in Peace Susan, we are left with nothing but fond memories of you. My thoughts and prayers are with Frankie and family.

Maryann Cullen

December 12, 2013

Dear Uncle Frankie, I am so sorry about Susan's passing. I remember being with her at Chris and Missy's house and we had such a wonderful time and she was such a joy to be with. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Susan's family.

Maryann Cullen

December 12, 2013

Dear Uncle Frankie, I was so sorry to hear about Susan's passing. I remember being at Chris and Missy's house and Susan was with us and how much I enjoyed being with her. My thoughts and prayers with you and Susan's family.

December 12, 2013

Dear Uncle Frankie, I am so sorry to hear the passing of Susan. When we were together at Chris and Missy's house, I was so happy to be with her and I enjoyed her company so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all Susan's family. Maryann Cullen (Chris Cullen's mom)

Debbie Ferrara

December 12, 2013

May you rest in peace Susan my thoughts and prayers are with Frankie and the Chillemi family at this time.

Sonia Fagg

December 11, 2013

It is with sorrow that I learned of Susan's passing. Although we didn't work together, I knew her as a kind, beautiful, intelligent and sweet person and always had a smile whenever I saw her. She left many fond memories to those who knew her. May she rest in peace.

Deb Hagan

December 11, 2013

Sue was such a inspiration to me, I worked with her for several years and will always remember her as a kind & loving person, my sympathies to Frankie and all of her family.

Michaele Carroll

December 11, 2013

Aunt Susie I miss you so much. You were such an inspiration to me always talking to me, helping me get through my day dealing with this horrible disease affecting our family. I know your running around with daddy, aunt norma, uncle michael, uncle brian and paulie up there. Please watch over us. I love you always. Michaele

Adedra Dupree

December 11, 2013

It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Sue Chillemi. May every ones memories of their joyous times spent with her sustain them during this sad time.Such a lovely person will be greatly missed.

AnnMarie & Mark

Mark Silance

December 11, 2013

I remember when Frank told me he wanted me to see the girl he was going to spend the rest of his life with. We went over to Brick and I believe it was "Two Guys" at the time where you worked.I saw one of the most beautiful people on the planet. As I grew to know you Susan, you are also beautiful in your heart.Have a blessed journey.

Elaine Plaschke

December 11, 2013

I am so saddened to hear of Susan's passing. Susan and I worked together for many, many years, She was a kind, gentle, woman full of love and compassion for her fellowman. My condolences to Frank Ingata and the entire Chillemi family. The world lost a wonderful person with Susan's passing. RIP old friend.

Lynda Bradeen

December 11, 2013

R.I.P. Suzi...Your mission has been accomplished & your journey has ended.May you rest now free from pain....May the Chillemi family find peace in knowing Sue is in a far better place.

Amy Gentile

December 11, 2013

R.I.P. Sue was a lovely person. my deepest sympathies to her family and friends.

Matt Silance

December 11, 2013

Susan was such an example of Faith throughout her life. She made all of us a better person.

Debbie Branch-Neyhart

December 11, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Frank Ignata & The Chillemi Family. Susan was a great inspiration to all of us. May she be at peace... God Bless all of you, and may it bring comfort to all of you, that she will be forever in your heats.... God Bless

Debbie Branch-Neyhart

December 11, 2013

I was saddened by the news of Susan's passing. My deepest sympathies to Frank and The Chillemi Family. May she Rest in Peace, God Bless you in this time of sorry....

Joe McGlynn

December 10, 2013

Susan, I'm blessed to have had you in my life. Rest in peace.

Love, Joe McGlynn

Patricia Murphy

December 10, 2013

I worked in the same Intake Unit at the Board of Social Services as Susan many years ago but I do remember her as an outstanding professional. Taken too soon. My condolences to the family.

I was blessed to be able to take care of Susan. She is an awesome person. I Love her and her family and will miss her with all my heart. R.I.P. SuzieQ

Margaret M Prokop

December 10, 2013

Lynne Wooby

December 10, 2013

One of the most beautiful people,I ever knew. Kind, gentle and good to all. May choirs of angels sing her to her rest.

Pattie (Roble) Hernandez

December 10, 2013

It was with great sadness that I read this today. I had the pleasure of working with Sue for many years and it was a pleasure. My deepest sympathies to Frank and the Chillemi family.

Lynn Cohen Hirsch

December 10, 2013

I am saddened by the news of Susan's passing. I have many fond memories of our childhood friendship.

Aleta Rankin

December 9, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Frankie & Susan's family. Susan was a very generous, determined woman & quite a fighter. May she rest in peace. God Bless.

always in our hearts

Mary Chillemi

December 9, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Chillemi family in the loss of Susan. She was very special to our family and will be missed greatly. She was the best Godmother to my daughter and was an inspiration to all who knew her. Rest in peace. With Love, Mary

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