Elsie C. Piccola

Elsie Piccola, (nee. Connelly) 82, peacefully passed on 1/31/20, in the loving embrace of her children. Elsie joins her predeceased husband of 62 years, Carl L. Piccola; the great love of her life. Devoted mother of Carol Mawyer (John), Patti Piccola Schuman (David), Martin Piccola and Susan Piccola-Lospinoso. Cherished "Nanny" to 7 grandchildren, Lindsay Schuman Leopold, Cristina Celii Prince, Adam Schuman, Melissa Celii Thackston, Emily Schuman Woods, Joshua Lospinoso, Cassidy Lospinoso plus ten greatgrandchildren, several dear nieces & nephews as well as a multitude of friends. Raised in Florham Park, NJ Elsie lived most of her life in East Hanover, NJ then later in Chatham, MA, Trinity, FL & Charlottesville, VA. She was a life-long learner. An exemplary homemaker, she loved gardening, reading, travel and a good conversation. She fulfilled a life-long dream when she & Carl became acclaimed owners/innkeepers of Cape Cod's Moses Nickerson House Inn. She was a mystic filled with joy, wonder, wisdom & kindness. She had an insatiable desire for new experiences, a deep appreciation for beauty, and saw the possibilities & good in everyone. Her love for those who touched her heart was only surpassed by the love everyone had for her. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to one of the national charities Elsie personally endorsed. A Celebration of Life will take place at 1:00 PM in the Gather Room at 529 Green Village Road, Green Village, NJ on 6/27/20. We will be remembering and celebrating Elsie as she desired ~ In an Elegant setting, all Dressed Up, celebrating and joyous! RSVP Not necessary but appreciated/requested at: ElsiePiccolaLegacy@gmail.com