Marion T. (Graziano) Colangelo

Mrs. Marion T. (Graziano) Colangelo, age 83, of Rome, NY, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2007 in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side. Born in Verona, NY on April 30, 1924, Marion was the daughter of the late Felix and Mary (Sacco) Graziano. She was raised and educated in Utica and Sherrill. On July 6, 1946 she married Salvatore “Sal” F. Colangelo, whom she first met in 1941. The couple shared a wonderful marriage of love and perseverance focused on family. During her working days, Marion enjoyed a variety of occupations. During World War II she was a teletype operator in Washington, D.C. She was employed with General Electric Co. on French Road for 19 ½ years. She also held other clerical and administrative positions, including her appointment as secretary to Dr. Flint for 14 years. She was indeed a dedicated and discerning employee during her many careers. A generous woman who was truly good hearted, she devoted herself to her children and family; she was hallmarked by her winning smile. Marion took pleasure in hosting house parties, preparing Christmas dinner, and cooking her superb sauce. During her leisure time she enjoyed trips to the Casino. She participated in a ceramics class and often gifted her creations of art. She was a parishioner of St. Agnes Church. Marion is survived by Sal, her husband of 61 years; her cherished sons and daughters-in-law, Robert “Bob” and Sherry Colangelo of Canton, MI, and Brian and Colleen Colangelo of Manlius; her grandchildren, Kim, Kara, Kristy, and Kelly Colangelo; Alexis, and Brittany Colangelo; and her 6 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister, Ang MacBain of Hamilton; her brother Anthony “Tony” Graziano of Canastota; many nieces and nephews; several great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and her brothers-in-law, Anthony Meola, Vito A. Colangelo, and Dominick “Dick” Colangelo, Jr., all of Utica. She was predeceased by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Mariano, Rose and Steve Chemelski, and Ann “Dolly” Labelle and Red Benson; her brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Florence Graziano, and Joseph R. and Caroline Graziano; her in-laws, Frank A. and Mary Colangelo; Josephine Meola, and Mary Colangelo; and Carl MacBain. The family extends thanks to Dr. Seth E. Kronenberg, the St. Joseph’s Hospital Visiting Nurses, and the staff of Crouse Irving Hospital for their support; and the Visiting Nurse Association of Utica and Oneida County for the care and compassion rendered to Marion. In keeping with Marion’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated on Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. at St. Agnes Church. In lieu of floral offerings, donations can be made in Mrs. Colangelo’s honor to the donor’s choice of charity; envelopes will be available at the service. The family will receive friends and relatives at the conclusion of Mass. Interment will take place at St. Helena’s Cemetery, Sherrill, at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Marion T. (Graziano) Colangelo

April 30, 1924 - July 28, 2007