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Margaret Contadino Obituary
Cincinnati - Margaret "Megs" Contadino completed the journey of her earthly life on November 17, 2020, at the age of 91. She was the devoted wife of the late John Contadino, and caring mother of Lisa Stephenson Powell; her brother, John Sovick, and son-in-law, William Powell, preceded her in death. She was a beloved teacher, a respected vocal artist and an active member of many arts organizations. Throughout her life she embraced her faith daily, and exhibited a whimsical sense of humor, intelligence, patience and insightful knowledge. She lived her favorite mantra and advised others to do the same: Don't postpone joy. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, services were private. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your choice, or to St. Anthony of Padua Church in East Walnut Hills. Condolences may be expressed at GilliganFuneralHomes.com
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Judy Hughed
November 17, 2025
Megs was such a wonderful lady! So poised, always respectful, a delight to be around. I always felt like she was my second mom. I still miss her..
Robins
November 24, 2023
So sadly unfortunate to not have known of Megs passing before now. We shared many wonderful memories with each other so many times. It seems so unfair to have had her taken like she was without a word.
Karen Petree Cashman
January 14, 2023
Megs Contadino was a long time friend of my mom. She always had an upbeat attitude and I do remember her telling me "don't postpone joy". :)
Judy Hughes
November 17, 2022
I think of "Megs" so often and miss her dearly. Last Sunday I met with the cast and crew of the St. John Passion Play, a ministry so near and dear to both Megs and John. I thought of her beautiful singing voice and sweet spirit. I especially remember her legendary pizzelles, crisp and lightly sugared, something to "tickle the tongue." A beautiful woman in every regard!
Love to Lisa, always.
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Jerome (Beany) Schaeper Jr
December 16, 2020
Megs was a long time family friend. Her and John sang in same Church Choir as my parents. Megs loved showing off her large home and fixtures, and we loved the tour. She was old school elegance, with a down to earth personality. What a grand lady!
Judy Hughes
November 27, 2020
Megs quickly became a second mother to me. I met her and her beloved John through the St. John Passion Play and she brought me decades of joy and "Meg"isms! "Don't postpone joy" was something I took to heart. And she gently instructed me to say "My Jesus mercy . . . my God and my all" each and every day. Megs also adopted my family and we all looked forward to receiving something that would "tickle the tongue" from her during Christmas . . . her legendary pizzelles! She was an elegant, classy lady and I will miss her dearly!
Jim Contadino
November 26, 2020
May God bless you and may you rest in peace.
Don schlosser
November 25, 2020
A lovely and charming warm sophisticated lady thank you megs and John for all the contributions to the St. John passion play
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