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Tabitha Calabrese Obituary
KINGSTON — Tabitha Lynn Calabrese, 25, of Kingston, passed away Sept. 30, 2014, at home. She was born in Kingston on Jan. 19, 1989. She is the daughter of Kim Roccograndi and David Calabrese.
Tabitha was a 2007 graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School, attended Allied Medical, then furthered her career in the military.
Tabitha was a member of the 55th Brigade, a two-time war veteran serving in Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2013, after years of hard work and dedication, she was promoted to sergeant.
Tabitha was the first female regular member of the V.F.W. Post No. 1425 and was their chaplain. At the time of her passing, she was employed as a corrections officer at SCI State Prison, Coal Township.
Tabitha was preceded in death by her grandmother, Genevieve Dorrance.
Tabitha will be greatly missed by her mother and stepfather, Kim and Paul Roccograndi, Larksville; father and stepmother, David and Angie Calabrese; brother, Gage Calabrese, Swoyersville; maternal grandparents, Joyce Kehler and Joe Girman, Pittston, Bob and Claire Roccograndi, Larksville; paternal grandparents, Pat Calabrese, Swoyersville, John and Martha Calabrese, Swoyersville, Angela Chapman, Northumberland; godparents, Joyce Coolbaugh, Hanover Township, Perry Coolbaugh Sr., Dallas; godson, Luke Hadsall. Numerous aunts and uncles; nieces and nephews; and cousins also survive.
Tabitha is also survived by the love of her life, Shawn Jenks, and his daughter, Brooke; best friend and cousin, Amber Coolbaugh.
Tabitha enjoyed life to the fullest, Tabitha never sat down. She preferred giving rather than receiving, waiting on someone rather than being waited on. Her loss will be felt by many, as she touched so many lives with her love, generosity, loyalty, understanding and kindness. She never had an unkind word about anyone. She was simply perfect. Family and friends were most important to her. Her loving heart will be missed by so many, especially her pets, Jack, Lady, Mafosa and Simba.
Funeral services for Tabitha will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday from the Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson St., Larksville, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in All Saints Parish, Willow Street, Plymouth. Interment will be held in St. John's Cemetery, Dallas. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday.
In lieu of flowers donations in Tabitha's memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Tabitha Calabrese
October 23, 2014
October 12, 2014
We are sorry for your loss. We are grateful for her service.
Theresa Broskoske
October 10, 2014
Pat and family: Sorry for your loss of your granddaughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Theresa
October 6, 2014
Dear Tabitha, mere words can not express the sadness I feel in my heart at the loss of you and your sweetness. Know that my prayers are with you Kim. All my love to you.... your Aunt Laurel
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marie komrowski
October 6, 2014
Kim. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter Tabitha. may u find comfort in your memories of her...
Todd Kimbrel
October 6, 2014
You were going to be a great C.O. cant believe your gone, but your off to a new higher calling, may you R.I.P. and your family and friends be blessed that you touched our lives... Sgt K
Clarissa Buchman
October 6, 2014
Dave and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am absolutely heartbroken over Tabitha's passing. I may have only met her a handful of times, but she truly lit up the room wherever she was. The world lost an amazing person that day, but Heaven gained an angel, and you gained someone to watch over you and protect Gage. You know she won't let anything happen to her little bro.
I send hugs, prayers, thoughts, and anything else that I can beam over to you guys. You have been such a close part of the family and I wish there was more I could say or do to help ease your pain.
Bobby, Sarah, Connor and Landon Roccograndi
October 6, 2014
Praying for friends and family to comfort you and loving memories to make you smile again. Tabitha was an incredible young woman. Her laughter, smile, and kind heart will truly be missed by all.
Jo Leese
October 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Louise Brandenburg
October 5, 2014
So sorry for your loss,sending my thoughts and prayers to family and friends.
Barbara Scism
October 5, 2014
John and Martha, Pat, John J., Pauline, David and many loving family and friends, While I have never had the pleasure of meeting Tabitha, I certainly wish I had--she was a wonderful person, a wonderful representative of America by all accounts I read here. I give many thanks for her service, and I send loving thoughts and prayers to all who knew her. Tabitha's great aunt, Barbara Scism
MARGARET WALSH
October 5, 2014
TO ALL FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF TABITHA
THERE ARE NO WORDS TO LESSON THE PAIN, SHE WAS A LOVELY YOUNG WOMAN WHO LEFT US TO EARLY.SHE WILL BE KEPT ALIVE FOREVER IN YOUR HEARTS THOUGH THE GREAT STORIES OF HER TO BE TOLD THROUGH THE GENERATIONS AHEAD. SO SORRY, PLEASE TAKE CARE EVERYONE, LOVE RON AND MARGE SARTI WALSH
Kate Gabriele
October 4, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to all who knew her. Her service and love for family, friends and country will always be remembered.
Damian J. M. Smith
October 4, 2014
A sad day for friends....gone way before her time.
Justin Horrell
October 4, 2014
Breezy you were a truly wonderful person and a great soldier. You will never be forgotten nor never be left behind. Stand fast at the gates for the rest to follow. Thoughts and prayers for your family during these trying times.
Sgt. Horrell
dianne leyshon
October 4, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss I remember her as a baby- my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Mary Ellen Mulcahy
October 4, 2014
Patsy, I can't imagine what pain you must be feeling having lost your granddaughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your cousin,
Mary Ellen
October 4, 2014
I had the pleasure of serving with her in Iraq in 2009.She was a fine soldier and a wonderful person. I am deeply sorry for your loss.. Sgt T Gildard
Marie Nash
October 4, 2014
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Piep CVF - FCV
October 4, 2014
Tab, thank you for being the dedicated Warrior you have become. My condolences go out to your family for their loss. For those who missed the opportunity to meet you have missed the chance to meet a committed/talented/awesome young lady who had a lot to offer this world. "No One Gets left Behind" and for that, You will not be forgotten.
October 4, 2014
Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.
Shelley Spencer
October 4, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Tabitha, but I've heard nothing but good things about her. My thoughts & prayers are with her family & friends during this terrible time. May she rest in peace.
SMS
October 3, 2014
You have touched the hearts of many. For that you made the world a better place. May the memory of this sweet person stay with us all. Carry her with you everywhere you go. We miss you dearly.
October 3, 2014
So sorry for your loss!
Wendy Myers
October 3, 2014
A donation to the Wounded Warriors Project PA was made in your honor dear sweet Tabitha!
October 3, 2014
Dear Pat, David and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Margie Wallace
Kierstan Bell
October 3, 2014
It was an honor to have served with you. Fly high sweet girl.
October 3, 2014
Pat,David and family, I am so sorry about Tabitha. I remember we took her to the library auction in Dallas when she was a baby. please know my prayers and thoughts are with you.
A Friend
October 3, 2014
May God keep you in his loving arms for all eternity Tabitha. Know that your friends and family miss you with all their hearts. My deepest sympathies to each and everyone of them.
Alyssa Boston
October 3, 2014
You will be deeply missed, sending prayers to friends and family!God called upon another angle, God bless
Alyssa Boston
October 3, 2014
You will be deeply missed, sending prayers to friends and family!God called upon another angle, God bless
October 3, 2014
All will be in our prayers. We offer our sincere sympathy,
John & Toni Hawkins
Clinton, MS
October 3, 2014
so sorry for you loss ed masher
Lt. Jeff and Valerie Fago
October 3, 2014
While we never met, we were both a part of the corrections family at SCICT. My husband and I would like to extend our condolences to your family, friends and all those whose lives you've touched. We'll be praying for all of you. Much love.
Steve Yannelli
October 3, 2014
You were the shining light in our unit and an inspiration to us all. You were always upbeat, smiling, and positive even when times were tough. We miss you very much and your spirit will live on in everyone you have touched. We'll always remember the great times we had together and we're all better people for having shared in your life.
Denise Tranell
October 3, 2014
My prayer's are with you. There is a beautiful new angel in heaven.
October 3, 2014
My most sincere condolences to Tabitha's family, and to Shawn.
Bless you, Tabitha and Rest in Peace.
Lisa Walsh
October 3, 2014
David and Family,
There are no words that can ever mend the hole in your hearts.
I remember Tab as an adorable little goldie locks girl. I pray you find peace in the pride you must feel in seeing her grow into the accomplished woman she had become.
A donation to the Wounded Warrior Project has been made in her name.
CLYDE PETERS
October 3, 2014
I'm so lost for words I'm so saddened for the loss of Tab'What a true blessing to all of us who knew her and loved her'May you rest in peace with our lord you will always be in our hearts GOD BLESS YOU !!
Scott Armbrust
October 3, 2014
SGT Calabrese served as my assistant in Iraq, She was one the finest Soldiers I had the pleasure to have served with. She was Loved by all and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Carol
October 3, 2014
So sad and prayers go out to her family at this time. Her name is magical as she was. God only takes the good ones young. She did in a lifetime what some twice her age will never achieve. xoxoxoxo RIP Her loved ones gained a true guardian angel.
Tanya Johnston
October 3, 2014
Dave and Family - I know there are no words that can ease your pain. I remember when she was born and the sweet child she was. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love
Brittany McKeown
October 3, 2014
Absolutely heartbroken. I wish go back to the days when our biggest worries were who's house we were sleeping over and where we were going after the football games/dances. Thank you for many years of laughs and great memories. Rest easy sweet girl and fly high with the angels! <3
SFC Greg Pastor
October 3, 2014
She marches in God's army now but once
upon a time, with valor she fought long and proud our freedom on her mind.
Leaving loved ones far behind she treaded
foreign land, Defending peace and liberty an honorable young woman.
The world may never know her
or the sacrifice she made,
So I ask you take a moment
and remember this soldier today.
Rest in peace Breese
Patricia Bonham
October 3, 2014
GOD is good,and he works in strange ways.
He will heal all who love him. RIP TABITHA
CW3 David Kerin
October 3, 2014
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. I was honored to know Breezy and am very thankful for the time we worked together during deployment. Tabitha was a wonderful person and a very dedicated person and soldier. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Gina and Mike Mikita
October 3, 2014
To the family and friends of Tabitha, and to Shawn, words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vicki
October 3, 2014
Jeff, I am so sorry for the loss of your niece. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family at this time.
Mary McAdarra
October 3, 2014
Heaven has received another Beautiful Angel, Rest in Peace Tabitha . You will be missed by many..Prayers sent to you and your Family...
October 3, 2014
A great Soldier. She will be missed by all the people she touchted.
MAJ Gerald O'Buckley (Ansbach, Germany)
Marianne
October 3, 2014
RIP Tabitha. I am at a loss for words. We all love you and miss you. There is a big VOID in many people's lives, but we will all live on through your memories. Heaven gained another Angel. Love Marianne
October 3, 2014
Lord bless her family and friends in this time of sorrow. I am happy to have known SGT Calabrese. Rest in peace my Sister.
SGT Tracy Vass HHC 337 BEB
Kimberly Pogera
October 3, 2014
So sad.So sorry for your loss.Prayers for Tabitha and her family.
janie lewis
October 3, 2014
I'll never forget the times I had with Tab, the breakfast, the coffee, the good conversation. .. she was truly an amazing person. My heart hurts for her entire family and Amber. .
Bernadette Javick
October 3, 2014
Kim, Joyce and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
lauren rattigan
October 3, 2014
God love you and ur family! Prayers are being sent your way. Please know Heaven is a beautiful place!
October 3, 2014
You will be truly missed, until we meet again, my sister in arms, sister in Christ.
CPT Comanche C. Garcia
Bellwood, Pa
1SG (RET) Michael Horn
October 3, 2014
SGT Calabrese was a wonderful person. She set the finest example of selfless service. Lord, please comfort her loved ones in their loss.
Sarah Rasmussen
October 2, 2014
You will be missed ! I knew you since you were a kid. You are and always will be unforgettable.
Tabitha Giovanni
October 2, 2014
I will always remember how you brighten up the room with your smile and laughter. I am proud to have deployed with you. My prayers to family and friends. Rest peacefully, Tabitha.
Marianne
October 2, 2014
You will be missed by all. You were such a great, beautiful person. Our family get togethers will not be the same without you. Forever in our hearts. Love Marianne
Tom Hair
October 2, 2014
Sergeant Calabrese was a positive influence upon everyone she served with, and we're all better for knowing her. I will never forget her love of life, her dedication to service, and how she brought joy into the workplace.
Robyn Zukoski
October 2, 2014
Heaven has a new angel. Rest easy Tabitha.
SHEILA GOLIGHTLEY
October 2, 2014
MY SWEET TOBY, YOU WERE LIKE A DAUGHTER TO ME AND I LOVE YOU AS THOUGH YOU WERE MY DAUGHTER. A PIECE OF MY HEART HAS BEEN TAKEN AND IT CAN NEVER BE REPLACED. RIP SWEET ANGEL.
Speedy Williams
October 2, 2014
Tab was the definition of beautiful, inside and out. Her personality, charm and smile touched so many. You will be deeply missed. May you watch over and protect us all. Love ya
Shawna Stover
October 2, 2014
My closest friend on deployment was the closest friend to so many. Breezy, sometimes "Bertha," my friend Tabitha, you are unforgettable. May God bless you, your family, your loved ones, and all of us as we go on in a world without you.
Jaclyn Golightley
October 2, 2014
Gone but never forgotten...always in our thoughts and dreams.
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