Margaret R. Colangelo's Obituary
Margaret “Marge” R. Colangelo passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday July 23, 2022 at the age of 87. Marge was born in Baltimore, MD on September 13, 1934 to the late George O. Redtman and Blanche L. (Treulib) Redtman. Marge went to school in Baltimore, MD where she met her husband Carmine while he was stationed there in the Navy. Carmine dialed a wrong phone number and found Marge on the other end of the line which brought them together. They married in 1953 and settled in Vernon, CT where they raised their family. Marge held several positions in her career and retired from Rockville High School where she was the Head Secretary to the Principal, a position that she loved. She had many interests and enjoyed time as a Girl Scout leader and Cub Scout leader. Marge was a great cook, baker, and quilter. She was a long time parishioner of St. Mary’s Church, and currently St. Edward’s Church, and also took part in prayer groups. Marge was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her family was her priority and brought her much joy. Marge is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Cynthia and David DeNardis of Stafford Springs, CT, her son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Lisa Colangelo of Willington, CT, and her daughter and son-in law, Diane and Charles Brunson of Monument, CO; her grandchildren, who lovingly referred to her as “Nan”, Jason and his wife Kelly, Elizabeth and her husband Brian, and Carmine and Nicholas, and great grandchildren, Evan, Emilie, and Benjamin. She was predeceased by her siblings, Alma, Janet, and George. She leaves behind many cherished nieces, nephews, family members, and friends, including her good friend, Barbara. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 from 9:00-10:30 A.M. at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. at St. Edward Church, 55 High St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Coventry, CT. Memorial donations may be made to Spiritual Renewal Services, 11 Bath St., P.O. Box 6, Norwich, CT 06360. To leave a condolence online for the family, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com
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