Rosemarie Colantonio
February 9, 1931 ~ May 26, 2016
Rosemarie Colantonio, 85, of Weirton, passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by her family on Thursday, May 26, 2016.
Born February 9, 1931, in Weirton, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Rodeski) Merenda. She was also preceded in death by her sister Joanne Merenda.
Rosemarie worked as a homemaker, taking care of her family and always putting them first. She was an excellent cook and loved dancing and music.
Affectionately known as Noni and Grandma Rose, Rosemarie was known for her giving and unassuming nature. She was always thinking of others, and her church, family and friends meant the world to her.
Rose was a lifelong member of St. Paul Catholic Church where she belonged to the Christian Mothers. She was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Women's Auxiliary, the St. Paul St. Joseph Guild and ISDA Weirtonian Lodge.
She is survived by her beloved husband Mario Colantonio; son Mark (LuAnne) Colantonio; daughters Maria Colantonio and Toni (David) Yazbek, all of Weirton,; grandchildren Francesca, Alexandra, Mark Alex and Lea,; brothers Frank Merenda and Carl (Donna) Merenda, and sisters Frances (George) Risk, Dolores Frisco, Eleanora "Chi Chi" (Steve) Kopa, and Regina (John) Brun all of Weirton.
Friends will be received on Friday from 4-8PM at the Greco- Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM Saturday at St. Paul Catholic Church. Rev. Father Larry Dorsch and Rev. Father Tony Thurston will concelebrate.
Entombment will follow at St. Paul Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church, 140 Walnut Street, Weirton, WV 26062, Madonna High School, 150 Michael Way, Weirton, WV 26062 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for Rose and the family. May her memory be eternal!!
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for Rose and the family. May her memory be eternal!!
So sorry to read of the passing of RoseMarie, our prayers are with all the family With deepest sympathy. Veda and Bugs Orwasky
Our sincere sympathy to the Colantonio family on the loss of your mother. You were blessed for having had such a wonderful, loving and caring mother and wife. She had that ever present smile and a warm greeting for everyone. God bless you all and please know that you are in our prayers.
Dear Mario and Family, we were saddened to hear of Rose’s passing. Our years together in the bridge club is a wonderful memory for me. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. We hope that you also are left with happy memories.
Condolences to the Colantonio family from the Horvath’s – Norma, David, Danny & Diane. While talking with my Mom this evening she told me that my Aunt Mary Lou had just called to inform her of Rosemarie’s passing. I went to the Greco site and read all the tributes to my Mom. The video tribute was especially touching. We know she’s resting in peace. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Keep strong and know that Rosemarie is looking over you from heaven.
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Colantonio’s passing. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our Lord welcomed her with open arms and she is resting easy in His light.
My deepest sympathy Mark, Loretta and your entire family. She will be dearly missed. May she rest in peace.
Toni, Maria, Mark and Mario, I am so sorry to learn of Rosemarie’s passing. While I have not seen her or any of you in such a long time, I have very warm and vivid memories of our short time together. Rose was always so nice to me, tolerated my many visits, fed me well and listened with interest to my many stories. I always enjoyed my time with the Colantonio’s. Praying for Rosemarie and all of you on this sad occasion. God Bless you all. Love, Joe
Mario, Toni, Maria and Mark, I am so sorry to hear about Rosemarie. I have so many fond memories of her and my years at your home. All of the sleep overs! She loved to feed us! Just thinking of the times sitting around your kitchen table, brings such a smile to my face. May your memories bring you peace and joy. God Bless Greg and Debbie Selip