OBITUARY
Marion Katherine Edman
October 26, 1940 – February 4, 2021
Marion Katherine (Skowronek) Edman, 80, of Newington, beloved wife of Gilbert Paul Edman for 56 years, was called to the Lord Thursday, February 4, 2021. Born October 26, 1940 and raised in Hartford, one of two daughters to the late Andrew Skowronek and Marie (DeStefano) Skowronek Strycharz. Marion attended Hartford schools and was a graduate of Hartford Public High School Class of 1959. She worked part-time jobs in order to focus on her most important job of all, being a mom to her three sons and loving wife to Gilbert. Spending time with her family was most important to Marion. She loved to travel, whether it was trips to the local casinos, countless visits to Las Vegas, trips to Europe, as well as cruises to almost every island in the Caribbean. Along with her devoted husband Gilbert, Marion will be forever missed and fondly remembered by her loving family, two sons, Ronald P. Edman and wife Jennifer, of Wethersfield and Scot Edman and wife Melanie of the Plantsville section of Southington; daughter-in-law Robin Edman of Berlin; three adored grandchildren, Kyle Edman, Taylor Edman and Colby Edman; brother-in-law William “Willie” Aronne of Wethersfield; niece Robin O’Mara and husband John with their children, John Jr. and Jayme all of Newington; nephew Joseph “Joe” Aronne and wife Charlene with their children, Alexis and Andrew and two special cousins, Kevin and Gary Owens. In addition to her parents, Marion was sadly predeceased by her beloved son, Eric and her sister Rita Aronne. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on February 12, 2021 @ 11:30 a.m. in Holy Spirit Church of Annunciation Parish, 183 Church Street, Newington. Attendees are asked to please go directly to church. Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford, section 23 lot 281. Marion’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, Wethersfield. Masks are required for all services along with social distancing and attendance guidelines. Donations in Marion’s memory may be made to the Cancer Society, 111 Founders Plaza 2nd floor, East Hartford, CT 06108. To share a memory of Marion, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.
Services
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Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, February 12, 2021
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Interment
Friday, February 12, 2021
Memories
Marion Katherine Edman
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ADD A MEMORYRoland Johansson
February 28, 2021
Dear Gil and the Edman family,
We are so sorry to hear about Marion´s passing. The pain you are going through we can feel deeply in our hearts.
The memory of Marion is so bright. We will always remember all the times we met her in Newington and in Sweden. Her smile and warmth will be missed.
Now we hope you Gil and all in the family find strength and courage to face the difficult days ahead.
Marita, Roland and Sofia - part of the Edman family in Sweden
Stanley Gutt
February 14, 2021
Dear Gil, I am so sorry for the loss of your wife Marion. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord grant you all peace and comfort at this time of sorrow. Your friend, Stanley Gutt
Italo (Gino) Marino
February 11, 2021
Dear Gil and Family,
Our most sincere condolences on "Babe's" passing. "Babe" was beautiful and kind in all ways. Our hearts go out to you for your great loss of such of loving woman.
Gino & Susan Marino
Cindy and Bill Zuerblis
February 11, 2021
Gil and family,
We are so sorry to hear about "Babe's" passing. Her love for her family was more than obvious as she was always present at all her grandchildren's sporting events showing everyone what a proud grandmother and mother she was. Babe was a wonderful wife, mother and friend and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bill and Cindy Zuerblis
Maryann McCusker
February 11, 2021
I hope all of you find peace and comfort in knowing how fortunate you were to have Babe in your life. I have many fond memories of her over the years and will miss her smile and warmth that she always possessed. May God bless Gil, Ronnie, Scot & all the family.
Jack and Diane Sullivan
February 11, 2021
Gil, Scot, Ronnie and families,
We know that there is nothing we can say to ease the pain you are going through right now, but please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We feel blessed to have known your mom and the times we spent together at all the family gatherings. We will never forget the wonderful memories we have of her. Our prayers go out to you all and hope you find strength in family and friends. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart. We love you all. RIP Babe, until we meet again.
Jack, Diane, Tony Sullivan
Julie (Paul) Deems
February 10, 2021
To the entire Edman and Aronne Families,
My deepest sympathy for you and all those touched by Mrs. Edman. I have so many fond memories of the time I spent with you all and truly pray that you can find some peace knowing she is resting in Heaven with her beloved ones.
Gina Rossano-Sciullo
February 10, 2021
Edman Family:
Gil, Ron, Scott and Family:
I am deeply sorry to hear about Marion's passing. I used to see her and Gil at the stores shopping and we would catch up about the family, etc...I know she meant the world to you and so many others. May her memory live forever in your hearts.
AnnaMaria Fornino
February 10, 2021
Dear Gil and Family,
It was a sad day reading today's Courant and learning of Marion's (Babe's) passing. Memories of life with your loved ones are the key to give you the strength to go on each day. Remember them as only you can and always know she will be with you forever. Although the days ahead may be difficult, time will heal the pain you and your family are feeling today. May she rest in peace.
Anna Maria (Camilleri) Fornino
Bruno Simonetti
February 9, 2021
To the Edman family,
I was fortunate to grow up across the street and our families were so close that I considered you all as extended family. My family and I wish you dearest condolences for your loss. She will be missed dearly,
We are here to support you,
Bruno Simonetti
Steven Ginelewicz
February 9, 2021
To the Edman family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all with the tragic loss of a truly great woman. Please accept our sincerest thoughts in the days and weeks ahead.
The Ginelewicz family
Sandra Tolisano
February 9, 2021
My heart is truly broken for my special friend & her loving family. So many memories...from Goodwin Park hot summer days with our kids putting their feet in the sprinkler...then on to our new adventures in Newington...running the Hot Dog stand at Churchill Park for our kids town football leagues...to watch our children turn into wonderful respectful adults...to watch our amazing grandchildren flourish under their care...I will treasure our friendship forever and always watch over your family. Only you and I will know why my dad told us...”WE DID GOOD”!!! I still hear you laugh. Until another time...❤️ ❤️❤️
Jean DeNovellis
February 9, 2021
No words can express how sorry I am for your loss. Please except my deepest sympathy. Babe was a warm wonderful cousin and friend. My heart goes out to each of you.
You are all in my prayers.
Anthony Rossano
February 8, 2021
Our condolences go out to Gil, Ron ,Scot and the rest of the family. Mrs. Edman was a wonderful woman and will be truly missed!
Susan Ferla
February 8, 2021
I will always remember Babe as a very kind and beautiful person. She was strong through all of the challenges of life.
I send all my sympathy to her family.
Doni Ahern
February 5, 2021
My Heart goes out to the whole family during this time. My childhood memories are from Mrs Edman “Babe” who would always yell at us for playing cards thanks for all the good old days “Babe”