Ann M. Colasante

Boardman – Ann M. Colasante, 93, passed away Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones, in body and spirit. Anna May Myers Colasante was born on May 12, 1931, the daughter of John George Myers and Anna Margaret (Franko) Myers. She was a 1949 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. Ann loved the Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Guardians. Along with traveling, having her family together for Sunday and holiday dinners was important to her. Taking care of her home and family was paramount to her. Having this warm, loving home environment for her family and friends came naturally to her. Her family was everything to her. She was always involved with her grandchildren and great grandchildren's activities and sports. She always attended music and dance recitals, along with football, soccer, and wrestling competitions. All school-related activities such as plays, and award ceremonies were never missed. Ann was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her husband, Frank Colasante, whom she married July 8, 1950, at St. Matthias Church in Youngstown, passed away Dec. 4, 2013. Ann will always be lovingly remembered by her children, Janice (Dr. Richard) Krygowski, Diane Colasante, and Sandy (Jim) Wolf; five grandchildren, Jennifer (Ryan) Mullings, Stefan Krygowski, Major Brandon Wolf, D.D.M.-U.S. Army, Justin (Katina) Wolf, and Brittany Wolf; five great grandchildren, Lukas Krygowski, Sophia Wolf, Tristan Mullings, Liam Wolf, and Brooklyn Mullings. Besides her husband and parents, Ann was preceded in death by a brother and sister. Friends may call on Friday, September 13, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Avenue in Boardman. There will be a 10:00 am Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Basilica. Family will receive friends again on Saturday from 9 to 9:45am prior to the mass at the church. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of the Hospice House and Hospice Homecare for the wonderful care they provided for Ann. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Hospice House at 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, Oh 44514. Family and friends may visit the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com to view this tribute and send condolences to Ann's family.