Robert Francis Colangelo

Robert (Bob) Francis Colangelo (87 years old) passed into the arms of our Savior at Avow Hospice in Naples, FL on February 16, 2024. He was loved and respected by many.
Predeceased by parents Eugene and Livia Colangelo, wife Clare (nee Gardner) of 43 years, brothers Edward and David, sister Louise Bruner.
Survived by loving wife Virginia (Ginny) Colangelo of nine years, sons John (Baltimore, MD) and Daniel (Mechanicsburg, PA) and wife Carol. Grandchildren Aaron, Gianna, and Kenneth. Stepsons William Bury (Schenectady, NY) and Matthew Bury (Ballston Lake, NY) and wife Cullene, grandchildren Meara and Jake. Sisters Marian (Hak) and Mary Jean (Cassara). Also, many nieces and nephews.
Graduated from Egg Harbor High School in 1955 and Glassboro State College with a BS degree in education. After one year of teaching, Bob served for two years in the US Army in Washington State and Berlin, West Germany. In 1962 he resumed his career in East Brunswick Township, NJ for 21 years serving as a teacher, department chairman, assistant principal and principal. He attained a master's degree in School Administration from Seton Hall University and a Doctoral Degree from Rutgers University (EdD). He was principal of Churchill Jr. High School, Bowne Monroe Elementary School, Laura Donovan School, Eisenhower Middle School until retiring in 2000. After retirement, Bob continued to be active in educational activities.
Bob and his family lived in Freehold township for 33 years before moving to Ocean City, NJ. He was a little league soccer coach and served on several township committees. As an active member of St. Roberts Roman Catholic Church, he co-supervised the confirmation program with Clare and served as a lector for 23 years. Beginning in 2004 Bob and Clare spent winters in Naples, Florida and summers in Ocean City. In 2014 Bob married Virginia Jermanok in Luzerne, upstate NY and lived in Naples, FL year-round.
Bob enjoyed playing golf and volunteer work in the community. Bob and Ginny were active members of the Marco Island Yacht Club. They were parishioners at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Naples, FL. Please visit Legacy Options at LegacyOptions.com for more information.