She was born on December 19, 1925 in Oneonta, the daughter of John and Theresa (Cirillo) Conte. She married Edward C. Colwell on October 28, 1945. He predeceased her on Feb 23, 2007.
She was a long time member of St. Mary’s Church, Oneonta.
Antoinette is survived by her children, Stephen and Debra Colwell of Vermont, Ann and Tom Tillapaugh of Oneonta, and Jeanne Merkel of Oneonta; and many grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
She was also predeceased by her son John E. Colwell on March 20, 2006; as well as her parents, brother and sisters.
A memorial service will take place at a later date.
Donations in her memory are asked to be made to St. Mary’s Church, 39 Walnut St, Oneonta.
Arrangements are by the Lester R. Gummons Funeral Home, Oneonta.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.grummonsfuneralhome.com for the Colwell family.