Maria Colella

Maria Colella, 82, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter and sister was called to her eternal resting place on Thursday, February 14, 2019.  She entered this world in 1936 in Italy born to Benedetto and Angela Lattanzio.  She is survived by her daughters, Connie Peterson and husband, Edwin, Maria Marcon and husband, John; son, Jack Colella and wife, Maria; her nine grandchildren; one great granddaughter; and many other relatives and friends.  Maria was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Felice of 63 years; siblings; and her granddaughter, Gabriella Colella.  Maria loved crocheting, coloring and being at the lake.  Maria was a longtime member of The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church.  Maria will be deeply missed by all who knew her.  Friends may visit Monday, February 18, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at  FRENCH – Lomas.  Rosary will be recited  on Monday, February 18, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at  FRENCH – Lomas.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Road NE.  Interment will follow the services at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Michael Peterson, Jack Colella, Mario Colella, Phillip Colella, James Marcon and John Marcon.    In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Maria’s name to The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11509 Indian School Road NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87112.