Beloved Catherine (Ricci) Clemintone passed away peacefully on March 16, 2023 at the beautiful age of 98. Born in Summit, NJ to Christina ( Leonardis) and James Ricci; the eldest of eight children. She was married to her sweetheart Anthony Clemintone for 45 years until his passing in 1991.
A resident of Iselin, NJ Catherine was a celebrated member of the Woodbridge Township school system where she worked for almost 25 years. She also served as an Iselin County Committee Woman for several terms.
She is survived by her son Thomas and wife Cathy, daughters Kathleen Parkin and Joyce McCabe and husband Kevin. She is also survived by sisters Lucy Gonnella, and Christina Frieri, her 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 16 nieces and nephews, who she adored.
Catherine loved sports and was a devoted NY Yankees and NY Giants fan! She was the kindest and most loving person and had an infectious smile that would light up any room.
Catherine had such a zest for life and all it had to offer. She is going to be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her. Visitation Sunday March 19, 2023 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Gosselin Funeral Home 660 New Dover Road, Edison.
Morning of Funeral Visitation Monday March 20, 2023 from 10:00am to 11:00am at the funeral home followed by a 11:30am Mass at St Cecelia Church, Iselin. Interment St Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Catherine’s favorite charity St. Jude’s Children’s Foundation
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