Mrs. Jennie P. (Colacicco) Palmieri

CLINTON – Mrs. Jennie P. (Colacicco) Palmieri, age 102, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on her favorite holiday, Christmas, on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Born in Utica on June 24, 1923, Jennie was the daughter of the late Louis and Rose (Spiridigliozzi) Colacicco. She attended Roscoe Conkling Elementary School and was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School, where she proudly served as Head Majorette of her class. In her younger years, Jennie was an excellent dancer, especially in tap, and performed at many bridal shows throughout the area. Jennie was married to the love of her life, August J. Palmieri. Together, they shared a remarkable 76 years of marriage, a union rooted in devotion, respect, and enduring love. They were blessed with three children, Marlene, Lynne, and Rodney. The loss of their son in 1969 was a sorrow they carried together, strengthening the bond they shared as husband and wife and as parents. August passed away on July 30, 2023. During World War II, Jennie worked at Utica Cutlery, contributing her efforts at a time when dedication and perseverance were especially vital. She later put her artistic talents to use as an expert photo recreator for Cunningham Studios, where she was known for her skill in adding color and life to black-and-white photographs. Jennie was, above all, a devoted wife, a loving mother, and an exceptional homemaker. She took great pride in her family and her home, creating a space that was welcoming, beautiful, and carefully maintained, adorned with the colors she loved most—bronze and gold. The lunches and dinners she prepared for her family rivaled four-star restaurants. An excellent cook and baker, Jennie took special care in preparing her delicacies. She had a remarkable eye for interior decorating and home design and maintained her home with great attention to detail. Jennie especially loved the holidays, with Christmas holding a special place in her heart. Her Christmas decorations were admired by many, and her festive displays became well known, often compared to those at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute’s Fountain Elms mansion. Jennie loved sparkles, glitz, and glitter and was blessed with a natural flair for fashion design. Her use of sparkle on the skin resulted, on at least one occasion, in those she dressed becoming prom queens—especially her niece, Phyllis LoParco Spataro. An avid shopper, some would say it was Jennie’s favorite sport and passion. She would say she held a “black belt” in it, especially when it came to shoes—something her husband found endearing about her. She also enjoyed collecting antiques. Jennie had a classy way about her and always presented herself as a fashionista from head to toe. At the end of a tough day of shopping, she would say, “Home, James—don’t spare the horses.” She was a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Jennie is survived by her daughters, Marlene B. Bogner (the late Steven Bogner, who passed away on June 30, 2024), and Lynne A. Palmieri. She cherished the memory of her son, Rodney J. Palmieri, who preceded her on July 2, 1969. She also held close to her heart her siblings and their spouses, with whom she is now reunited: Frank A. and Ann Colacicco, Helen J. Colacicco, Molly LoParco, Vera and Vincent Femia, and Marina Roy. Jennie is further survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, many relatives on both the East and West Coasts, and numerous special friends. She was additionally predeceased by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Attilio and Mary (Esposito) Palmieri, and by her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Angela and Joseph Furtek, Marie and Joseph Casaletta, and Amadeo “Jim” and Kathleen Palmieri. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the aides from Live Long at Home who provided loving care to Jennie for many years, with special acknowledgment to Katherine Burnett, Mia Burnett, and Beverly. They also wish to thank Dr. Julie Gorczynski for her care, compassion, and dedication, as well as the Visiting Nurses Association, with special appreciation to Julie. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2026, from 2:00-4:00 p.m., at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited at attend Jennie’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life, which will commence on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish; 648 Jay St. Interment will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery.

Mrs. Jennie P. (Colacicco) Palmieri

June 24, 1923 - December 25, 2025