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Penny Andriani Obituary
Penny Anna Andriani, 59, of Old Greenwich, passed away suddenly on Monday July 21, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Penny was born in Memphis, TN on May 19, 1955 to Joseph Zacharzuk and the late Mary Imogene Kennedy Zacharzuk.
Penny was a graduate of Humboldt High School, Class of 1973 and a graduate of the University of Mississippi for Women, Class of 1977 and served as President of her college social club. After college Penny was a Flight Attendant for Eastern Airlines. As a proud mother she was an active parent volunteer at Old Greenwich Elementary School, Eastern Middle School and Greenwich High School whilst her children attended culminating in 2008, upon their graduation.
Penny is survived by her loving husband Rudy T. Andriani M.D., of whom she married in 1981, her children, Rudy T. Andriani, Jr and Leslie Anna Andriani, all of Old Greenwich, her father, Senior Chief Petty Officer Joseph Zacharzuk (US Navy Ret.), of Humboldt, TN, as well as her siblings, Captain Joseph Zacharzuk Jr. (US Navy Ret.), of Maui, HI, Colonel Paul Zacharzuk (US Army Ret.) and his wife Elissa Baum, of Alexandria, VA and Bruce Zacharzuk and his wife Dilafruz, of Humboldt, TN.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Catherine of Sienna RC Church, 4 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, at 11:00AM on Saturday July 26, 2014. Interment will be private. Family and friends may call at the Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT on Friday July 25, 2014 from 4:00 to 8:00PM.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to PAWS (Pet Animal Welfare Society) of Norwalk, 504 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851.
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Sponsored by Her ever loving husband, Rudy T Andriani.
Helen Pepper
March 11, 2015
I just learned of Penny's passing. I was one of her social club sister's at MUW back in the 1970s and always admired her graciousness. Penny was beautiful inside and out. I am so sorry for the Andriani and Zacharzuk families' loss. I hope that you have found comfort and peace, as I know she would want that for you.
Wayne Ladner
October 12, 2014
Peni was a good friend when I was at MSU in 1973 -1975 and she was at the W. We had some fun times together at footballs games and engineering and a Christmas party. She was one sweet girl and I know her husband will miss her so. I always want her to be happy but I am so sadden at her loss of life so young. She is now one of God's angels and I think about her at special times.
Nancy Burrows-Caldwell
August 7, 2014
I will always feel close to Penny fortunately because of all the many years of memories and shared moments together as a family. Penny's kindness, sweetness, support, sage intelligence and beauty was meaningful and palpable. This is truly a great loss that is difficult at this time to comprehend the why of it; but Penny will live on forever in our hearts and minds. I do believe her gentle spirit will always be somewhere very close to us and never very far away! I will continue to think of my sister-in-law, Penny, everyday and be proud that she was and is a very important part of our family always! I know someday we will all be together again and I look forward to seeing those captivating eyes and that joyful expressive smile once again!
love and warm hugs always to Rudy, Leslie & Rudy, Jr !
August 1, 2014
I just learned of Penny's passing and wish the Adriani family peace at this difficult time. Please know that she was a lovely person, inside and out. I was a year behind her in high school in Humboldt, TN and also knew her at Mississippi Univ. for Women. May God give you and your families comfort during this difficult time.
Karen Dvorak Uebelhor
July 31, 2014
My sincere sympathies for the loss of your dear loved one. Precious memories are yours to keep. Stay close to friends and family for support and draw strength from prayer during this time - Prov 17:17;Rom 12:12
Jeff Bain
July 28, 2014
To the Andriani and Zacharzuk Families: Here on earth we have lost a true saint of person. In Heaven, God has gained a leader of His Angels. May the family gain their strength needed; and Penny's one-of-a-kind smile and laughter comforts all of us. Rest in Peace Penny (aka "Peni" and "Penny Lane") !
Josephine Romaniello
July 28, 2014
So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Michele Santiago
July 26, 2014
To Dr. Andriani and Family-
Please accept our most sincere condolances on your loss. Your daughter Leslie and our daughter Amanda were good friends at Duke University; Amanda often recalled her time spent at your home and how warm and hospitable Penny always was.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Marvin and Michele Santiago
Kyle & Marcia Lemons
July 25, 2014
Dear Rudy, Leslie, and Rudy Jr.,
Marcia and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of Penny. There are no words to express the unfairness of losing someone so young. We hope you can find comfort in knowing that she will live on through the love and devotion she had for her family. Please accept our sincerest condolences for your loss.
Tina Videtto
July 25, 2014
Our deepest and most sincere condolences to your entire family. Penny and I shared many memorable moments with Greenwich High School Girl's Volleyball. Our family is extremely saddened about this news! May Penny rest in peace.
Carol Marino
July 25, 2014
Heartfelt sympathy to the Andriani and Zacharzuk families on the loss of Penny, such a special and wonderful person. May her love give you strength, her spirit inspire you and her memory bring you comfort.
Culley Carson
July 25, 2014
Rudy, Mary Jo and I were shocked and saddened of the news of Penny's passing. We fondly rmember times together in North Carolina and Penny's grace, energy and your wonderful relationship together. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
July 25, 2014
Dear Dr. Andriani, we are truly sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your wife Penny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Bennett Family, Bennett Jewelers.
David & Judi Finkle
July 25, 2014
Rudy, Leslie, and Rudy Jr.,
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Penny had such a wonderful spirit that brightened every room she entered.
Rudy, I am so glad we got to spend some time with you and Penny in LA recently. We had a lot of fun and our last memories of Penny will always be of her smiling face and infectious laughter.
Rudy Jr and Leslie, always keep pleasant memories of your mom in your heart and mind, and imitate that wonderful zest for life that she always exhibited. May she rest in peace.
The Scinto & Castellucci Family
July 25, 2014
Dear Dr. Andriani & Family,
We are heartbroken to hear of your loss. May the wonderful memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this very difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
July 24, 2014
To Dr. Andriani and Family:
I am so sorry to read of your wife's passing. My deepest sympathies to you.
Sincerely,
Donna Cartsounis
(My daughter was a patient of yours many years ago)
Geri & Rocky Genovese
July 24, 2014
Dear Dr. Andriani, we were so very sorry for your loss of such a sweet lovely woman. She will remain in your hearts forever. Love and all our prayers are coming your way at this very difficult time. With love, Rocky & Geri Genovese
Paula & Bob Schiff
July 24, 2014
So sorry for your loss.....so unfair.
Elaine and Dan Morton
July 24, 2014
Rudy and Family:
We are truly saddened to hear that such a lovely individual has left us all to be with the Lord. We both remember her fondly and enjoyed discussing our memories of the days with Eastern. Our prayers go out to you all--Elaine Kelliher and Dan Morton
Bridget Cantelmo
July 24, 2014
I was very shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Mrs. Andriani. She was my neighbor since I was in elementary school and was a sweet woman. I'm 24 years old now and the last time I saw her was at Kings in OG. She asked me how me and my family were doing and said it was nice seeing me. I will always remember her as a sweet and cheerful woman. She had a smile on her face that could brighten up your day. My deep condolences go out to Mr. Andriani, Leslie, Rudy and the rest of the family. May she rest in peace.
~Bridget Cantelmo~
Tina Videtto
July 24, 2014
Our deepest and most sincere condolences to your entire family. Penny and I shared many memorable moments with Greenwich High School Girl's Volleyball. Our family is extremely saddened about this news! May Penny rest in peace.
Susan Swidler
July 24, 2014
There are no words to express our sorry. Our most sincere sympathies to all.
Margie Casella
July 23, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful, sweet, and kind-hearted lady. I never met anyone as soft spoken and sweet as her. I wish your wonderful family peace, healing, and light in this extremely difficult time. I love you guys.
susan barger
July 23, 2014
Words cannot express my shock and heartbreak to lose such a wonderful woman way before her time. Rudy Leslie and Rudy Jr. My deepest sympathy .
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