COLANTONIO 1952-2015Ernest R. “Ernie”, age 63, of Springfield, died suddenly on June 28, 2015.Beloved husband of Barbara A. (nee Camillo) and loving father of Alison Neville (Mike) and Ashley Murrin (Bill), adoring grandfather of Taylor, Michael, Chase, Penny, Jordyn, Cole and Jake, devoted son of Marie Saraceni and the late Ernest G. Colantonio and lovingContinue Reading
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Barbara Coary
left a message on January 1, 2016:
So sorry. Never forget the Friday after work group at Skippy's. Rest in Peace my Friend.
Louise Green-Wainwright
left a message on July 2, 2015:
I had the privilege of knowing Ernie as a young teenage girl "hanging out" in Kirklyn. Had not seen him in close to 50 years, but as I previously stated I had the privilege of knowing him and will remember him always as a fun loving teenager too. My sincere sympathy to the Colantonio/Saraceni families. May he rest in paradise.
Caitlin Kerezsi
left a message on July 1, 2015:
To a great coach and an even better person! It's sad to know you are no longer with us, but all of the great memories these past 12 years will keep your memory alive. I could never stay mad at you for too long as one of your players or as your assistant. It was an honor to call to my coach and more importantly my friend! I'm considering investing in a clipboard for this upcoming season, you showed me how they are properly used during a volleyball match. Until we meet again
The McCunney Family - Ray, Patty, Brittany & Madison
left a message on July 1, 2015:
No words can express the loss your family is going through right now. So sudden and unexpected. Your volleyball family is going to miss you tremendously. We truly enjoyed the many years we spent together watching you coach our daughter. The many happy moments of you coaching one daughter and having the other daughter as your assistant coach. I know we are going to miss you coming into a gym to watch your current and previous volleyball players, but you will always be with us during every game. I know you will be watching over your girls from heaven. To the Colantonio Family, please know that you have many friends and family to support you through this difficult time. Until we meet again.
Carol Merton
left a message on July 1, 2015:
There is not a better friend and coach than Ernie C. Ernie's smile lit up a room. We met at Libertybelles many years ago and stayed friends through the years. You coached Nicole along with your beautiful daughter, Ashley and I honestly can say that was Nicole's favorite year. You really knew how to make the girls better. I will never forget you Ernie. I will always remember the many bags of ROLO'S that you enjoyed! I am sure The Lord has you building something really special in Heaven !! I will keep your family in my prayers ! Love you Ernie C!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Pat DeMarco
left a message on July 1, 2015:
So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. My thoughts are with you, Barbara, girls, and the rest of your family. Ernie was a great guy, and a very good friend to David. They are now in heaven together. Sending prayers.
Wilde Farmily, Octorara Volleyball & Lanchester Blast
left a message on July 1, 2015:
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to your family. Ernie was a fierce competitor while coaching volleyball and a super nice guy off the court. He will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Bill O'Toole
left a message on July 1, 2015:
In Upper Darby 0n North State Rd. a few parents and Coaches put a nickname out on the street The Big Four Bobby Mc Veigh , David De Marco , Ernie Colantonio, Billy O'Toole , Ernie and I would always talk about the great times we had with Ernie's dad ,Jim Nani ,Mr. Broncotta, Mr Cappalettie ,Mr Gaston,Mr. Cammorota, Mr. Adolf De Marco Coaching us all 12 years of Baseball . Ernie we stayed in touch as we grew older , we talked to each other on Saturday 6/27/15 and you where gone on 6/28 15 Sunday , I will always remember our summer baseball games ,and then we would go to Tabs Drug store to get a milk shake or a grape Soda , and then we would deliver our newspapers , and do it all over again the next day ,Ernie was the Phillies , Bobby was the Yankees ,David was the Pirates, and I was the Cincinnati Reds and we played on . You left us way to early ,I will miss you ,my friend .
Robert Viola
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Our deepest sympathy, from the Viola's. Your cousins, Adella and her children; Michael, Robert and Barbara.
Evak Family
left a message on June 30, 2015:
The Evak family would like to offer our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Colantonio Family. Ernie was one of the nicest men I have ever known. Ernie always had a kind word and smile that he shared with everyone! Our thought and prayers are with you! The Evak Family
Michael Viola
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Dearest Cousin Marie, so sorry to hear about Ernie. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. I am on my way to Mass, and I will offer up my eucharist for his soul. Your cousin Michael from Miami.
Kristen Boone
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ernie was a great coach and gave his all to the game and his players.
PERRY
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My deepest sympathy to Barbara , Ally & Ash and the rest of the family...I loved Young Ernie. I will miss him
Maureen Noble
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My deepest sympathies go out to the family. Ernie coached my daughter this past club season, and it was wonderful getting to know him. He was a good coach to the girls, and just a genuine person all-around. We are so sad for his loss, and will keep Ernie and the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig S. Trujillo
left a message on June 30, 2015:
To my best friend, you will be forever in my thoughts and prayers. Your family will miss you greatly as I will. I am lucky to have been your friend for over 50 years.
Lauren Elliott
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My thoughts and prayers are with Ernie's family. He was more than just a great coach. I am so lucky to have spent many seasons under his wing. He made me a better player and person. He gave his players his all, always believed in them, and pushed them to be their best. He had a huge heart and spirit. Thanks for everything Ern. You will be missed.
Bill & Torie
left a message on June 30, 2015:
One time Ernie and I skipped High School and went over my grandmothers house in West Philly. We asked her if she would call in for us and she of course and said yes. Before we knew it she called in and said just calling in for Bill and Ernie, they wont be in today....haha...we were dead men. That how long I have been friends with Ernie. A few of us did everything together during those years, that bond will never disappear. Some of us are left but with a huge hole in our hearts. Ernie is now with David and a few others and someday we will all meet again. We will love you forever Ern, God Bless Barb, your girls, the grand kids and God Bless you my Friend.
Jay Sanborn
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Hey Ernie: Was counting on hooking up with you again at our 50th reunion in October, but that's not meant to be. Thanks for the help in organizing the reunion. I'll always remember those good old days in Kirklyn. You were a good friend and an even better person. Take care on this journey, I wish you well, my friend.
Patti Tagliaferri McGilligan
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My Sincere Condolences to the Colantonio Family, I haven't seen Ernie since growing up in Kirklyn. I remember Ernie as being a very nice guy. My thoughts & prayers are with his family.
John McDevitt
left a message on June 30, 2015:
So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. He was a great guy and a great classmate - John McDevitt - Bonner 1969
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kev and Lisa Haney
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Profound loss is the ultimate price that we must pay for profound love
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Barbara Coary
left a message on January 1, 2016:
So sorry. Never forget the Friday after work group at Skippy's. Rest in Peace my Friend.
Louise Green-Wainwright
left a message on July 2, 2015:
I had the privilege of knowing Ernie as a young teenage girl "hanging out" in Kirklyn. Had not seen him in close to 50 years, but as I previously stated I had the privilege of knowing him and will remember him always as a fun loving teenager too. My sincere sympathy to the Colantonio/Saraceni families. May he rest in paradise.
Caitlin Kerezsi
left a message on July 1, 2015:
To a great coach and an even better person! It's sad to know you are no longer with us, but all of the great memories these past 12 years will keep your memory alive. I could never stay mad at you for too long as one of your players or as your assistant. It was an honor to call to my coach and more importantly my friend! I'm considering investing in a clipboard for this upcoming season, you showed me how they are properly used during a volleyball match. Until we meet again
The McCunney Family - Ray, Patty, Brittany & Madison
left a message on July 1, 2015:
No words can express the loss your family is going through right now. So sudden and unexpected. Your volleyball family is going to miss you tremendously. We truly enjoyed the many years we spent together watching you coach our daughter. The many happy moments of you coaching one daughter and having the other daughter as your assistant coach. I know we are going to miss you coming into a gym to watch your current and previous volleyball players, but you will always be with us during every game. I know you will be watching over your girls from heaven. To the Colantonio Family, please know that you have many friends and family to support you through this difficult time. Until we meet again.
Carol Merton
left a message on July 1, 2015:
There is not a better friend and coach than Ernie C. Ernie's smile lit up a room. We met at Libertybelles many years ago and stayed friends through the years. You coached Nicole along with your beautiful daughter, Ashley and I honestly can say that was Nicole's favorite year. You really knew how to make the girls better. I will never forget you Ernie. I will always remember the many bags of ROLO'S that you enjoyed! I am sure The Lord has you building something really special in Heaven !! I will keep your family in my prayers ! Love you Ernie C!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Pat DeMarco
left a message on July 1, 2015:
So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. My thoughts are with you, Barbara, girls, and the rest of your family. Ernie was a great guy, and a very good friend to David. They are now in heaven together. Sending prayers.
Wilde Farmily, Octorara Volleyball & Lanchester Blast
left a message on July 1, 2015:
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to your family. Ernie was a fierce competitor while coaching volleyball and a super nice guy off the court. He will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Bill O'Toole
left a message on July 1, 2015:
In Upper Darby 0n North State Rd. a few parents and Coaches put a nickname out on the street The Big Four Bobby Mc Veigh , David De Marco , Ernie Colantonio, Billy O'Toole , Ernie and I would always talk about the great times we had with Ernie's dad ,Jim Nani ,Mr. Broncotta, Mr Cappalettie ,Mr Gaston,Mr. Cammorota, Mr. Adolf De Marco Coaching us all 12 years of Baseball . Ernie we stayed in touch as we grew older , we talked to each other on Saturday 6/27/15 and you where gone on 6/28 15 Sunday , I will always remember our summer baseball games ,and then we would go to Tabs Drug store to get a milk shake or a grape Soda , and then we would deliver our newspapers , and do it all over again the next day ,Ernie was the Phillies , Bobby was the Yankees ,David was the Pirates, and I was the Cincinnati Reds and we played on . You left us way to early ,I will miss you ,my friend .
Robert Viola
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Our deepest sympathy, from the Viola's. Your cousins, Adella and her children; Michael, Robert and Barbara.
Evak Family
left a message on June 30, 2015:
The Evak family would like to offer our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Colantonio Family. Ernie was one of the nicest men I have ever known. Ernie always had a kind word and smile that he shared with everyone! Our thought and prayers are with you! The Evak Family
Michael Viola
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Dearest Cousin Marie, so sorry to hear about Ernie. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. I am on my way to Mass, and I will offer up my eucharist for his soul. Your cousin Michael from Miami.
Kristen Boone
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ernie was a great coach and gave his all to the game and his players.
PERRY
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My deepest sympathy to Barbara , Ally & Ash and the rest of the family...I loved Young Ernie. I will miss him
Maureen Noble
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My deepest sympathies go out to the family. Ernie coached my daughter this past club season, and it was wonderful getting to know him. He was a good coach to the girls, and just a genuine person all-around. We are so sad for his loss, and will keep Ernie and the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig S. Trujillo
left a message on June 30, 2015:
To my best friend, you will be forever in my thoughts and prayers. Your family will miss you greatly as I will. I am lucky to have been your friend for over 50 years.
Lauren Elliott
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My thoughts and prayers are with Ernie's family. He was more than just a great coach. I am so lucky to have spent many seasons under his wing. He made me a better player and person. He gave his players his all, always believed in them, and pushed them to be their best. He had a huge heart and spirit. Thanks for everything Ern. You will be missed.
Bill & Torie
left a message on June 30, 2015:
One time Ernie and I skipped High School and went over my grandmothers house in West Philly. We asked her if she would call in for us and she of course and said yes. Before we knew it she called in and said just calling in for Bill and Ernie, they wont be in today....haha...we were dead men. That how long I have been friends with Ernie. A few of us did everything together during those years, that bond will never disappear. Some of us are left but with a huge hole in our hearts. Ernie is now with David and a few others and someday we will all meet again. We will love you forever Ern, God Bless Barb, your girls, the grand kids and God Bless you my Friend.
Jay Sanborn
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Hey Ernie: Was counting on hooking up with you again at our 50th reunion in October, but that's not meant to be. Thanks for the help in organizing the reunion. I'll always remember those good old days in Kirklyn. You were a good friend and an even better person. Take care on this journey, I wish you well, my friend.
Patti Tagliaferri McGilligan
left a message on June 30, 2015:
My Sincere Condolences to the Colantonio Family, I haven't seen Ernie since growing up in Kirklyn. I remember Ernie as being a very nice guy. My thoughts & prayers are with his family.
John McDevitt
left a message on June 30, 2015:
So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. He was a great guy and a great classmate - John McDevitt - Bonner 1969
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kev and Lisa Haney
left a message on June 30, 2015:
Profound loss is the ultimate price that we must pay for profound love
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
