Linda Colombo Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Born in Pompton Plains, Linda was the daughter of Michael and Kathleen Colombo. Linda loved airplanes, helicopters and musical toys and her favorite food was pasta. She had a smile that could light up any room.
Linda is survived by her parents, Michael and Kathleen Colombo; her brother, Leo and his wife Laurel; her nephew, Mason; her maternal grandmother, Diane Brancato; her paternal grandmother, Margaret Cook; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Linda was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, John Brancato; her paternal grandfather, Robert Colombo; and her cousin, Stephanie McGill.
A memorial gathering will be held Thursday August 4, 2022 from 4-6pm at the M. John Scanlan Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be sent to the CdLS Foundation at 30 Tower Lane, Suite 400. Avon, Connecticut 06001 USA, or by donating online at https://www.cdlsusa.org/donate/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1 Entry
Annette Scheidecker
August 1, 2022
Dearest Colombo Family,
We were so so saddened to learn of precious Linda's passing. Please, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this extraordinarily difficult time. We are here for you to help in anyway that we can. Sending love and comfort to you. -Your friends at the CdLS Foundation
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
781 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
Make a Donation
in Linda Colombo's name
People and places connected with Linda
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Linda's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Linda Colombo's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
