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Ann Colarusso Obituary
OLD FORGE — Ann Marie (DelVecchio) Colarusso, 80, of Old Forge, passed away Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013 after an extended illness at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.
Born in Old Forge on Nov. 4, 1933, she was a daughter of the late Charles DelVecchio and late Theresa (Riviello) DelVecchio Krypel. Ann Marie attended Old Forge schools and was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish, Old Forge. She and her husband, Joseph, established and founded the well-known Colarusso's Café, Main Street, Avoca, where she worked for many years. Ann Marie enjoyed cooking and always wanted to make sure everyone was fed.
She was an avid bowler and loved to go to the casino. Family was her life; she especially treasured her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Mrs. Colarusso is survived by her husband of 63 years, Joseph, who took unbelievable care of her and always referred to her as "his bride." In addition to her husband are four loving sons, Charles and his wife, Mary Ann, of Archbald, David and his fiancé, Grace De Antonio, of Moosic, Joseph D. Jr. and his wife, Sharon, of Moosic, and Kevin and his wife, Lynn, of Old Forge; a loving daughter, Kim Zambetti and her husband, Mark, of Old Forge; former daughter-in-law, Debra Colarusso, Clarks Summit; and 16 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were two brothers, Frank DelVecchio and Joseph DelVecchio; three sisters, Rose Onufrey, Elizabeth Czaja and Grace Lombardi; and grandson, Johnny Colarusso.
The funeral will be at 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday at the Kniffen O'Malley Funeral Home, 728 Main St., Avoca, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Saint Mary of the Assumption Church at Prince of Peace Parish, West Grace and Lawrence streets, Old Forge, with the Rev. August A. Ricciardi officiating. Interment will be at the Old Forge Cemetery, Old Forge. Friends and family may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Ann Marie may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 2151, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38101-2151. To leave Ann Marie's family an online condolence, visit BestLifeTributes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann Colarusso
Diane Gawron
November 22, 2013
Dave, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom, prayers for your family in this most difficult time. May she rest in peace. Diane Gawron (your neighbor)
JJ Quinn
November 21, 2013
So very sorry to hear of your loss. In our thoughts and prayers. The Quinn family (JJ Marie Ali Austin Cassidi and Jack.)
November 21, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mr. & Mrs. Henry Ritzie, Dupont, PA.
Beverly Scoda
November 20, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all.
Angelo Fumanti
November 20, 2013
Kevin, Mare and I are deeply sorry your loss.
November 19, 2013
Joe Colarusso,
We would like to extend our condolences to you and your family.
Vince and Mary Ann Mirro and Family
Peter Larioni
November 19, 2013
Chuck and Suzy:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are good people and it is very tough to lose a mother. Very sorry. Pete Larioni and Michele Chellino
Mary Rose Pero Giacometti
November 19, 2013
Mr. Colarusso and Family:
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Mary Rose Pero Giacometti & Bobby Giacometti, Jr.
Castelgrande/DiVecchia
November 19, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to your family. From cousins Castelgrande and DiVecchia families
Joe Kohut
November 19, 2013
Chuck, My sincere heartfelt sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Mom.
Susan-Annette
November 18, 2013
Uncle Joe and family, My heart is breaking over the loss of Aunt AnnMarie, she was a super woman. I have many great memories of her and will miss her greatly. Someday we will meet again Aunt AnnMarie, till then May God Bless you. Love,
Diane & Ryan Scimeca
November 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 18, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Mrs. Colarusso. Our deepest condolences goes out to your family.
Ervin & Beverly Brong
Eleanor Ghilardi
November 18, 2013
Very sorry for your loss
November 18, 2013
Dear Joe, Your cousins from Syracuse were deeply saddened by the loss of your dear wife, Ann Marie. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. Love, Betty Sheer, Flora Gravante and Raymond Pelliccia.
Eleanor. Ghilardi.
November 18, 2013
Very sorry for your lossE
Very sorry for your loss.
Virginia Fuller
November 18, 2013
May you find peace and comfort in the knowledge that she is in Jesus's arms. I am so sorry of the loss of your wonderful wife,mom,grandma she was a great lady. Aunt AnnMarie I love you.
Donna James
November 18, 2013
My deepest, most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire Colarusso family on the great loss of Mrs. Colarusso. It has been many years since I have lived in Pa but I remember her well from our frequent visits to Colarusso's Café. She was so proud of her family and restaurant and always treated patrons like family members themselves. She was a very hard working, family oriented, loving woman and will be surely missed by so many. Hang onto the many wonderful memories and great times shared with her and one blessed day, you will all be reunited again for all eternity. R.I.P. Mrs. Colarusso!
Love,
Donna & John James
November 18, 2013
You have my heartfelt condolences. May God provide your family with peace, strength and comfort in the days ahead. (Romans 15:33)
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