Lena M. Barone of West Nyack, formerly of New City, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 20, 2019 after a short illness. Lena was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 23, 1945. Lena worked in the hospital industry for over 30 years and retired in 2018. She was an active member and catechist at St. Francis of Assisi Church in West Nyack. Lena was an avid bingo player and travelled the circuit through Rockland County and always loved a good tricky tray. Lena will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother and grandmother who’s greatest joy came from her family.
Lena is survived by her loving daughters Michelle Reed of West Nyack and Monica and Joe Damonti of New City, and her beloved grandchildren, Morgan Reed and Nico Damonti. She is also survived by her sisters Maryann Jaeger, Cathy and Doug Gabel, Faye and Michael Attardo, and Ginger Koblein. She is predeceased by her brother, James Koblein, and brother-in-law William Jaeger. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visiting will be held today, May 22 at Michael J. Higgins Funeral Home from 4-9pm. A funeral mass will be held on Thursday at 11am at St. Francis of Assisi, West Nyack, cremation will follow.
Donations can be made in Lena’s Memory to Hi-Tor Animal shelter, 65 Firemen’s Memorial Dr., Pomona, NY 10970.
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