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Carmen Gonnella Obituary
CARMEN M. GONNELLA
AGE: 43 OLD BRIDGE
Carmen Michael Gonnella, 43, of Old Bridge, died Sunday, May 24, 2009 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Carmen was born in Newark and was raised in Spotswood before settling in Old Bridge 16 years ago. He was a welder with Ford Motor Company in Edison for 18 years, retiring in 2006. He was a member of the Spotswood Polish-American Citizen's Club and a volunteer at Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge. During his years at Spotswood High School, he played both football and baseball. He was an avid NY Yankees fan and a collector of Yankees memorabilia.
Predeceased by his father, Donato Gonnella in 1990, he is survived by his wife of 18 years, Patti (Dobos) Gonnella; his mother, Hazel Gonnella of Spotswood; his brothers, Dan, and his wife Julie of Jackson, John, and his wife Colleen of Spotswood, Michael, and his wife Linda of Georgia and, Ricky, and his fiancee Stephanie Selvaggio of Spotswood; his sisters, Angela Gonnella, and her fiance George Bandara of East Windsor and Nicole Jackson, and her husband Phil of Spotswood; his Godson DJ Gonnella, and; his niece Shannon Gonnella.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Spotswood Funeral Home, 475 Main Street, Spotswood. There will be a Liturgy of Christian Burial offered at 8:30 PM during the evening visitation. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, one may make a donation honoring Carmen's memory to the Make-a-Wish Foundation of New Jersey at 1034 Salem Road, Union, NJ 07083, or online at www.nj.wish.org. For directions or to send an e-mail condolence to the family, please visit www. spotswoodfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Carmen Gonnella
Past Aquaintence
June 13, 2009
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven
where the love of our lost ones pours through
and shines down upon us to let us know that are happy.
Author Unknown
My condolences to the Gonnella Family
Juliet Gonnella
June 9, 2009
Carmen's journey on this earth was too quick! We mourn the loss of his future with us, and the new memories he would have created. We are glad for the memories we will keep and we will cherish the happy experiences he helped to create. The hole in our hearts may never heal, but its good that it is there. It just shows that his life has impacted us, greatly. R.I.P.
Daniel Gonnella
June 9, 2009
Carmen's time with us was too short, but he was someone with a strong sense of family. We are left now with great memories and Carmenisms (his funny sayings). HIs enthusiasm for anything Yankees, his goal to have a huge outdoor Waffle Ball stadium and his love of camping will be with us forever. May God Bless our brother, who is now with our father.
Janet Ratiner
June 7, 2009
Patti I'm so sorry to hear about Carmen. I was just reading the Sentinel tonight. Please let me know if you need anything or I can help you with anything. Call or stop by anytime day or night I'm here for you. You had the best man in the world who cherished you with all his heart and soul and loved you so much. And he had the best woman a man could ask for. To know Carmen and you is to love you both. You both have hearts of gold. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Carmen's family. If you need a shoulder to lean on I'm here for you always. I wish I would have know I would have been there for you. Patti I'm so sorry please call or stop by. It can't be easy on you. Please realize that people do care about you and love you. Carmen was a fanastic man and looks down on you everyday to make sure your ok.
Salvatore Pinnola
June 1, 2009
wow.
so young. I had the pleasure to work with him for all that time.
He was a man full of life & allways smiling, we had a great time working across from one & other. we sure going to miss him.
My Thoughts & prayers go to Carmen,is spouse & all members of is family.
Karen Teeple
May 29, 2009
Although I did not know Carmen personally, I would like the Gonnella Family to know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time! God Bless Carmen Gonnella...AMEN
Patricia DeFazio
May 29, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Debbie Doblosky
May 28, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Gonnella family. I am deeply saddened that Carmen had to leave us so early in life. I will always cherish the the memories of our family lives together as children.
Carmela Newman
May 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joan and Sam Savage
May 28, 2009
Danny, Julie, DJ and the entire Gonnella Family,
There are no words adequate to help ease your sorrow at this time. May knowing you are surrounded by people who care and their prayers for you all give you some comfort.
Diana Maisto
May 27, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Gonnella family. We will always have happy memories of Carmen. I'm sure he's at peace with his Dad in heaven.
With love,
Diana and Dominick Maisto
James Doblosky Jr
May 26, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Gonnella family. I am deeply saddened that Carmen had to leave us so early in life. Words alone cannot express how surprised I was hearing this news. I will never forget the good times we shared together.
Debbie & John Kloby
May 26, 2009
Dear Danny, Julie, DJ & family~
Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your entire family.
Jackie & Joe Colaneri
May 26, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
May 26, 2009
Johnny & Coleen and the entire Gonnella family. Miles away but our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Charlotte & Chris
ps. Munson needed a good,loyal friend up there,AND HE HAS ONE OF THE BEST!!
Dan and Laurie Broman
May 26, 2009
Dear Danny, Julie and family,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott Brown
May 26, 2009
Danny, John & Family,
I am saddened to hear of Carmen's passing. It was a privilege to have played ball with him, and a lot of those memories I will not forget. My deepest sympathy.
May 26, 2009
Ricky& Steph & Colleen & Johnny,
Our thoughts and our prayers are with all of you in your time of loss. our deepest
sympathies.
Beth, Doreen, Rose, Barbra & Theresa
Dolleen Nemeth-Skolnik
May 26, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the entire Gonnella Family.
Doc & Dottie Marcino
May 26, 2009
To the Gonnella Family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Patti, it seems like only yesterday we were at your wedding. May you find solace in the memories of a happier time.
Carol & Fred Haber
May 26, 2009
To Ricky & family,
So sorry about your brother's passing. He will always be with you, in your heart. We will pray for your family.
Liz Davis
May 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Niki Lester
May 26, 2009
Condolences to my entire family. Carmen was a great guy, and will be deeply missed. God needed another Angel and that is just what he was. Carmen you will be missed more then you can imagine. Please tell Grandma we all love and miss her, your dad too!! Watch down over us and keep us safe.....
To his family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow
Diana & Michael Reta
May 26, 2009
To Danny, Julie and Family,
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and pray's are with you.
Diana & Michael Reta
Bob Wehrle
May 26, 2009
My sincere condolences to Patti and all Carmen's family members. I am deeply saddened by your loss. I will cherish the memories of the times Carmen and I spent together. I will surely remember Carmen as a true friend. I am with you during this time of grief.
Bob Wehrle
Spotswood
John Heluk
May 26, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Carmen had a wonderful sense of humor, and was a great guy all the way around.
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