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Colleen Marie Lorelli, 47
May 30, 2017
Colleen Marie Lorelli, of East Hempfield, PA, died peacefully surrounded by family members on May 30th after bravely battling brain cancer for 14 months. She was born to Maureen (Niemeyer) and the late James G. Ehret on October 24, 1969.
She was a graduate of Freehold Township High School and a recipient of a NJ Governors Teaching Scholarship. She graduated with a degree in Elementary Education from Elizabethtown College and later received a Master’s degree from Millersville University. She began her teaching career in Bloomfield, NJ and then moved to Lancaster.
She married David Lorelli. Colleen and Dave are the proud parents of twin sons Grant and Conner. Colleen taught in the Elizabethtown School for 20 years and as a certified trainer for Olweus- a bullying prevention program.
Colleen was a parishioner of St. Philip the Apostle Church where she also taught CCD. For many years, Colleen was very active in the Lancaster Mothers of Multiples Club. Colleen was a loving wife and mother who enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved outdoor activities and would often be found on the sidelines of her sons sporting events. She loved to travel especially to Canada and Turks and Caicos and had a passion for cooking and entertaining.
In addition to her husband and sons, she is survived by her mother Maureen Ehret, sister Michele Fee and her husband Doug, of Howell NJ, and brother Michael and his wife Jude, of New Market, MD, her in-laws John and Ann Lorelli, of Strasburg, PA and brother in law Michael Lorelli, of Lancaster. She leaves behind her nieces and nephews, Christopher, Amanda and Kathleen Fee and Eric and Kristen Vaughn and their sons. She is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Family and helping others meant everything to Colleen.
The family wishes to thank everyone who helped and supported them during this difficult time. The outpouring of love, caring and generosity was truly appreciated.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 3rd at 11:30AM at St. Phillip the Apostle Church 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603. Family will receive friends on Friday from 6PM-8PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 441 N. George St. Millersville, PA 17551 and again on Saturday 10AM-11:30AM at the Church. Memorial contributions in Colleen’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604 or DJD Fight On Foundation 200 North Maple Street Ephrata, Pa 17522.
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June 11, 2017
Dear Connor and Grant,
I’m sorry to learn that your mom died, although I am quite sure that she is at peace now, in heaven. I wanted to let you know another piece of how special she was, and will always be remembered. Colleen taught my son at Bainbridge, and worked with him during a critical period when we were discovering various learning challenges that he has. It was her love and caring — and YOUR good examples — that set us on a positive path, and allowed him to become the good student that he is today. I will never forget the difference that your mom made in his life, and in mine. May God bless each of you.
Annalie Heinz
June 04, 2017
Dear Connor and Grant:
I am sorry to learn that your mom died. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly, Mrs. Anne Marcarelli
June 03, 2017
Lorelli family,
Your amazing mom and wife taught my daughter at Bainbridge. She just got through battling Stage 4 kidney cancer and was in first grade. The love Colleen showed my daughter was incredible. She treated Noelle as one of her own. She worked so hard with my daughter on her reading and it is because of educators like her that my daughter is succeeding.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our community truly lost an amazing with her passing.
Sending all of our love, thoughts, and prayers,
The Weinhold/Ambs family
June 03, 2017
My heart is heavy as i write this. Colleen touched my life and the life of my son when she was at Bainbridge. I will never forget this great lady and the kindness and support she gave to us. We were truly blessed to have known her and i was always thankful for the guidance she provided for my son in his early chilhood educational years. May God’s peace comfort all of you at this difficult time.
June 02, 2017
David, Grant & Conner,
You have our love, prayers and sympathy. Cherish the memories of your wife and Mother. Praying God’s loving arms around you as you go through this difficult time.
Marv & Margie Weaver ( Marv Weaver from Yoders Restaurant )
June 02, 2017
To the Lorreli family: Please accept our condolences on the passing of Colleen.Her obituary was so enlightening in that it detailed her devotion to her role as educator and mother.We cannot truly understand the extent of your loss, nor would we try, but please know you’re all in our thoughts and our prayers.
Sincerely, Paul, Maria, Kyriaki, Katerina, Markella and Peter Vassil
June 02, 2017
Grant, Conner and Family, I am very sorry for the loss of your mother, she was the sweetest woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Markella V.
June 02, 2017
Mr Lorelli, Grant, and Connor–I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. I will always remember how kind and welcoming she was to me. I am praying for and thinking of you all during this difficult time. Sincerely, Peter Vassil
June 02, 2017
Dave and sons,
So sorry to learn of your wife’s passing. She sure did give it her best fight. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you proceed with your daily life. RIP Colleen.
June 02, 2017
Dave, Grant and Connor: My deepest sympathies to you in the passing of Colleen. It was always a pleasure to chat with her when she brought the boys into Roseville. You are all in my prayers.
Kristine Dochterman
June 02, 2017
Dear Lorelli Family,
Wishing you peace and strength during this difficult time. Please know that we are thinking and praying for you.
With sincere sympathy,
The Engle Family
June 02, 2017
Our deepest sympathies. Ed and sue Skrobacz. Brandon Florida
June 02, 2017
Dave,
I am so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. Please accept my condolences, God bless you and you family during this time.
-Darren Sharp
June 02, 2017
My sincerest sympathy to the Lorelli family on Colleen’s passing. You’re all in my wishes and prayers.
Rob Best
June 01, 2017
Dave, Grant and Conner,
I am very sorry for the loss of the love of your lives. It is a said thing to lose a loved one, but Colleen is not suffering anymore and in a great place next to Jesus. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Angelo
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- Millersville, PA 17551
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