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Official Obituary of

Carole Ann Napolitan

December 11, 2023

Carole Ann Napolitan Obituary

Carole Ann Napolitan, aged 77, passed away on December 11, 2023, in South Palm Beach, Florida. She was born on November 22, 1946, in Whitestone, NY, to Emilia and Walter Pashwa. Carole was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and loyal friend. Her heart overflowed with love for her family, and she found joy in exploring the world through her travels.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Joseph and his wife Charlene, Stephanie Heller and her husband Steve, Michael and his wife Anna. Carole's legacy lives on through her four granddaughters, Gabrielle, Francesca, Kaitlyn, and Emily, and her great-granddaughter, Lucia. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael J. Napolitan, her mother Emilia Pashwa, her father Walter Pashwa, and her brother William Pashwa.

In honor of Carole's life, the family kindly requests that contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105, Web: http://www.stjude.org/ a cause close to her heart. Carole's compassion and generosity will continue to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

The Damiano Funeral Home, located in Long Branch has been entrusted with the sacred responsibility of assisting the family during this time of mourning. Their unwavering support and guidance offer solace and comfort to those seeking closure. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 18 from 9-10 am at the funeral home followed by a 10:30 am Mass at St. Jerome Church of Our Lady of Hope Parish in West Long Branch. Entombment will be at Woodbine Mausoleum in Oceanport.

As we gather to remember Carole, let us reflect upon her life and the lasting impact she had on those around her. May her spirit find eternal peace, and may her memory be a source of strength and inspiration for us all.

The family invites you to leave a letter of condolence by selecting the Tribute/Guestbook link above.

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Services

Visitation
Monday
December 18, 2023

9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Damiano Funeral Home
191 Franklin Ave
LONG BRANCH, NJ 07740

Mass of Christian Burial
Monday
December 18, 2023

10:30 AM
St. Jerome R.C. Church of the Parish of Our Lady of Hope
254 Wall Street
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Entombment

Woodbine Mausoleum
1173 Eatontown Blvd.
Oceanport, NJ 07757

Donations

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105
Web: http://www.stjude.org/

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