Marilyn Rose Rondinone

Born in Hartford on July 30, 1939, Marilyn was the daughter of the late John and Adrienne (Paradise) Armstrong. Marilyn was a graduate of East Hartford High School, class of 1957. After high school, Marilyn worked as a secretary at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft.

Marilyn and Frank settled down in East Hartford to raise their family. Prior to retirement, Marilyn enjoyed helping Frank with his company called RONCO Manufacturing.

Marilyn had a passion for always being kind and helpful. She loved caring for others and humor. She enjoyed spending time with her friends at the Kingdom Hall, having lunch with her childhood friends and being with her children. She liked watching her old TV shows, old movies and her annual trips to Aruba with her husband.

Most of all, Marilyn was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

Marilyn leaves behind her three children; Michael Rondinone and wife Michelle of South Windsor, Carole Audibert and husband Augie of Coventry, and Karen Cersoli and husband John of Barkhamsted. Seven grandchildren; Jenna, Meghan, and Andrew Audibert, Billy and Emily Curtis, and Marissa and Kyle Rondinone.

Marilyn also leaves her siblings; Jack Armstrong, Rich Armstrong, and Mary Albano, along with many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

A funeral service to honor Marilyn’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:30am at the D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter St. East Hartford. Calling hours will be held prior to the service from 10:00 – 11:30am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Marilyn’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopoeh.com