Bernice A. Colantoni “Bunny” 95, of Port Richey. Entered into rest on May 21, 2021. She was born on June 8, 1925, in New York City, NY the daughter of the late Alfred and Elsie (Baumann) Heintzen.
She is survived by her son John Reilly of Hudson; 2 grandchildren Kristin Dolce and Rafe Dolce; 3 great grand children, Amy, Nicholas and Michael; numerous nieces and nephews and lots of friends, all whom love her royally. She was predeceased by her daughter Sharon Dolce; fist husband John Reilly (1957); second husband Vincent Colantoni (1989)
She was the light of any party and anyone who even met her for just a few minutes fell in love with her instantly. She had a great sense of humor and loved life, every single moment of it.
Tom &Linda Niziolek
May 25, 2021, 1:43 pm
So very sorry. My sympathies to the family.
Mary Clare O’Brien
May 26, 2021, 12:06 am
My deepest sympathy to her whole family. Aunt Bernice was a wonderful vibrant woman who embraced life. She was kindhearted and had a wonderful sense of humor. She will be sorely missed. May she rest in God’s peace and in the arms of his angels.
Emrah
May 26, 2021, 12:07 am
i feel so sad she was really good and nice person as i know and I am really sorry for our lost . I hope our Lord accept her to his Heaven god bless her
Arezu
May 26, 2021, 12:26 am
A thought of comfort and condolences to the entire family. May she Rest In Peace.
Ed balkin
May 26, 2021, 12:56 am
We were blessed to have Bernice in our lives even though it was a short time. She will be dearly missed.
Love,
Ed and Sandy
Maria Pellegrino
May 26, 2021, 1:03 am
Prayers and condolences to the family of “Aunt Bernice”. She was a lovely woman and a dear 2nd mom to my good friend Valerie.
May she Rest In Peace with the Lord. 🙏🏻🕊✝️ With sympathy, Maria
Maria Ruemenapp
May 26, 2021, 1:29 am
So sorry as I know how special your relationship was; she was so loved by all our family! Thoughts prayers treasure those memories!💕💘💞💝🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Suzanne Edwards
May 26, 2021, 2:43 am
I was captivated the very first time I met Bernice. She immediately becomes everyone’s aunt Bernice. I don’t think I’ve ever met someone so full of love for life. I will be sure to listen for her deep infectious laughter coming from the heavens above. And she’ll know when we need it most.
Liana Palladino
May 26, 2021, 1:05 pm
So very sorry to hear that Bunny no longer here.. she was a wonderful woman, landlord, and former neighbor, with great history here in my little town. Smart as a whip, great sense of humor, energetic, and witty to the end… these are a few of the ways I will remember her.
May you rest glamourously in peace dear Bunny.. 💔🙏
Raymond and Santa Mugno
May 26, 2021, 5:57 pm
So Sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Bernice. She was a special lady and lots of fun. She will be fondly remembered.
Andrea Muglia
May 27, 2021, 12:31 am
We love Aunt Bernice and will miss her infectious laughter and spontaneous, hilarious spirit! I will be sure to have a Tom Collins at my upcoming wedding or on my honeymoon in her memory ❤️ Rest In Peace Aunt Bernice!!
Adrienne Sperruzzi
May 27, 2021, 11:46 pm
We are very saddened by Bernice’s passing. She was so full of life and love, and her exuberance was infectious. We will treasure the many happy memories we shared. Rest In Peace, our love forever, Jim and Adrienne Sperruzzi
Patty
May 28, 2021, 10:48 am
Ohhhhh Val…. so so sorry that Bernice has passed on✨✨✨but so happy, actually rejoicing, that you were with her‼️💕💕💕💕💕💕💕….. we all know how much you loved each other and how good you were to her all these years Val ….. praying you find comfort in the beautiful and fun times you shared together and in the knowing that you were there for her ALWAYS , in sunshine and shade🌈….take care Valerie……Know that Bernice is still with you each and everyday……her spirit will never leave you ✨…..we all are sending our love and deepest sympathy to you Val and John and all those who loved her…..💜Patty, Vi and Carl XXXxxxXxx
Noreen Mytphy
June 4, 2021, 8:57 pm
Aunt Bernice was such a fun lady to be around. You were so loving and loyal to her all these years. Now she can Rest In Peace and sing with the angels!
Joanne DeSantis
November 7, 2021, 4:51 pm
My deepest condolences. Bernice was a wonderful friend of my family. May she Rest In Peace