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1947
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2025
Maureen Mottola Obituary
1947 - 2025
Maureen "Mo" Mottola, born on November 4, 1947, passed away peacefully in her home in Temecula, California, on January 22, 2025.
Maureen was born, raised, and lived in Meriden, Connecticut, until 2018 when she relocated to California. She was the beloved daughter of William Roberts and Kathleen Doyle-Roberts and a devoted sister to William "Billy" Roberts (Eileen), Kathleen Celentano (Robert), Doyle Roberts (Donna), and Thomas "Rooney" Roberts.
She was the loving mother of Frank Mottola (Alison Maddern) and Patrick Mottola (Mari) and a proud grandmother to Chloe Bagenski, Bianca, Solana, Gianna, and Jordan Mottola. Maureen also held a special place in the hearts of her extended family, including more than 20 cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Known affectionately as "Mo" by those who knew and loved her, Maureen will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and gentle nature. She had a passion for playing Setback, a card game she enjoyed teaching to family and friends. She often referred to herself as the "Stoddard Drive Champ" and could spend hours at the table sharing laughter and camaraderie over the game.
Maureen's warmth and love touched the lives of all who knew her. Her memory will forever bring comfort to her family and friends as they cherish the moments they shared with her.
May she rest in peace and remain forever in the hearts of those who loved her.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maureen Mottola
Rosalina & Alex
February 10, 2025
Frank and family- Alex and I were so sad to hear of MO´s passing. She was an incredible person and the most loving grandmother anyone could have. She made such a massive difference in Jordan´s life and she will be missed everyday. May she continue to enjoy set back with Rooney up in heaven.
Martha Mendoza
January 31, 2025
It sadness us that the passing of your mom,Maureen. Frank, Pat and extended family, please accept our Condolences. God be with you. Fly high Maureen. The Mendoza Family
Brian Petrucelli
January 30, 2025
Very sorry to all for your loss. Sleep peacefully cuz.
With Love.
JACK PETRUCELLI
January 30, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jack Petrucelli
Kevin Conklin
January 29, 2025
To the Mottola and Roberts families,
Our sincere condolences to all of you. we have nothing but fond memories of Maureen. She was a lovely and pleasant friend, always ready to share a smile or a happy event. Spent many times with she and Rooney while we were playing in the band. Godspeed Maureen!
Most sincerely, Kevin Conklin and family
Frank Mottola
January 28, 2025
Many thanks for all of the kind words.
Linn Moyles
January 28, 2025
Dear Pat, Frank & families,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom's sad passing. Hold close all of your memories of happy times together. She sounds like she was a lovely and well-loved woman. May she rest in peace.
With sympathy, comfort & peace,
Linn Moyles (Gregg J's Mom)
Roger & Shelley
January 28, 2025
So sorry to hear about Maureen. God bless her she's in our prayers.
John DeMatteo
January 28, 2025
Frank and Pat,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your mother. Great memories of Stoddard drive. Maureen always made everyone feel welcomed. May she rest in peace
Kari Albrycht Reiman
January 28, 2025
My most heartfelt condolences to Maureen´s family. Maureen held a special place in my heart. I´ll never forget her & how she was always so good to me.
Eileen Roberts
January 27, 2025
Sending condolences to her family, Rest in Peace Maureen.
Jason Coppola
January 26, 2025
Mo was so awesome! So much fun hanging at her house playing set back. My condolences to Frank and Pat and the entire family.
Dorrine Nothnagel
January 26, 2025
Frank and Pat
I was so sorry to get the news from Mark of your Mom's passing. Her and I had some great conversations and laughter at Stop and Shop parking lot.
If Mark wasn't home he was at Maureens or the Hinz's on Stoddard Dr. We all have such good memories of Stoddard Dr. It could have been a TV series.
You boys were her pride and joy and her heart. I'm so sorry.
McKey Alvey
January 26, 2025
This woman was a hoot. She had so much passion for her family and all of their endeavors. She was not one to be on the side burner and her charisma was palpable. I am saddened by her passing and my prayers are with her family.
Patrick Mottola
January 26, 2025
May you rest in peace...I love you mom
Patrick Mottola
January 26, 2025
Hampton Beach
Gayle (Perry) Sutterlin
January 26, 2025
Frankie and Pat, I am sorry to hear of your mom's passing. We were high school friends and then neighbors on Stoddard Drive. We shared many happy moments.
Gayle Perry (Sutterlin)
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Joe Richards
January 26, 2025
Frank & Pat. No words can fill the void that your feeling. My heart, thoughts and prayers to you and the rest of the extended family. She was an amazing woman, loved and respected by all. She was a true neighborhood mom. God Bless.
BJ Romano
January 25, 2025
Laughing and playing cards on Stoddard drive. Frank and Pat, I'm so sorry for the loss of your wonderful mom (mo). First day I felt like I was her daughter.
Brian Deegan
January 25, 2025
Frank and Pat you have my deepest condolences.I will never forget all the good times I had playing setback and listening to music with your mom on Stoddard Drive.She always made everyone feel welcome in her home and for that I will always be grateful
Bianca Mottola
January 25, 2025
I´ve struggled with finding the right words to express what I´m feeling. It still feels unreal that you´re gone. We shared so many beautiful memories together, and it´s hard to believe that´s it now. I´m about to welcome your first great-grandson in just a few weeks-something you were so excited for. It breaks my heart that I´ll have to tell him about you, instead of watching you meet him in person.
You left us far too soon, and it was so sudden. From all our trips to Connecticut to your visits in California, when you´d pull me out of school just to spend time together, and our countless phone calls-I´ll never forget any of it. You were there for me through so many important moments in my life, and I will forever be grateful for your love and support.
I thank God every day that He placed you in my life as my Nana. I truly wouldn´t be the person I am without you. Serg and I are so thankful for the time God allowed us to have with you, and I promise we´ll make sure our little one always knows how much you meant to us.
I love you always.
Steven Hinz
January 25, 2025
Love you Mo! A huge part of my life and the mother of my oldest and best Friends to this day.
Frank Mottola
January 25, 2025
Love you, Mom.
Pat Maddern
January 25, 2025
Sending love and support to Frank, my daughter, Alison, and the entire Mottola family at this very sad time. I´m thinking back to the time I spent with Mo when she was in CT to attend a memorial service for her beloved brother. It was great to have had that visit but NEVER thought it would be our final one. I´m hoping our love for and memories of Maureen will sustain family and friends as we move through this loss.
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