On Sunday July 7, 2019 Edna Smaracko passed away peacefully in Charlottesville Virginia at the age of 90. Born Edna Alice Wade in York Maine on April 2, 1929 to Alton and Helen Wade (Bonasch) then moved to NJ after the passing of her father.
She graduated from Hackettstown High School in June 1947. Over the years Edna worked several jobs in the Hackettstown area among them were Charles Ort Insurance, Paul Ort Real Estate, Courter Colbert and Hare Law Firm. In 1989 she retired from AT&T/ Lucent.
On October 22, 1950 she married Peter Smaracko and they resided together on Lafayette St. for 42 years. After the passing of Peter in 1997 she moved to Largo Florida until 2016. In 2016 she moved to Rosewood Village Assisted Living in Charlottsville, VA.
Edna leaves behind two daughters Helen Galione married to Bill Galione of Morgan Hill, CA and Mary Ann Mazzola married to Vince Mazzola of Charlottsville, VA., four granddaughters, Kristen Judson (Scott Judson), Michelle Galione, Emily Mazzola and Katie Mazzola, and two great grandchildren, Sydney and Tanner Judson. She also leaves behind her sister, Wilhelmina Handelong of New Port Richey, FL. and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Cochran Funeral Home in Hackettstown NJ on Friday, July 12 from 4-8 p.m. with funeral service on Saturday, July 13 at 12:00 pm. Interment will be at Pequest Cemetery in Great Meadows, NJ.
In Lieu of flowers, please consider donations to; The Seeing Eye, P.O. Box 375, Morristown, NJ 07963. Please indicate that the donation is in memory of Edna Smaracko (a note included with the check, her name in the memo section, etc). Donations can also be made online at https://online.seeingeye.org (there is a tribute section where the memorial information can be entered) and over the phone at (973) 539-4425.
Condolences:
M a x i n e
#11
July 23rd, 2019 9:29 pm
My Dear Cousins Mary Ann & Helen & Family,
I'm very sorry I could not be at your Mothers wake or funeral.
I'm 83 yrs old, not very well and can't travel these days.
I loved your mother VERY much, I admired her resolve and spirit.
I also loved your father, Peter VERY much... such great people with awesome kids and grand kids.
May God bless you & your families during this time.
Love Maxine
Joyce Ort Berninger
#10
July 18th, 2019 2:19 pm
Sorry to learn of Edna's passing. She was a kind and sweet person. I remember when she worked in my father's office. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Brenda Dutta and Charles
#9
July 16th, 2019 11:15 am
Dear MaryAnn and Family, it is with sadness that I write this. It is not often that one finds a friend in this world that is a true friend as Edna was.
We had fun at AT&T and long after we both left. Her kindness to me over the years will never be forgotten, and the good times we spent together are memories to keep forever.
David Bryk & Family
#8
July 12th, 2019 8:21 pm
Dear MaryAnn, Helen and Family,
Deepest sympathy to You and Your Families on the passing of Your Mother. She was truly a wonderful woman whom I sure You and so many others will miss. You and Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this very painful time in your lives. Treasure the memories and your Mom will live on in Your hearts forever.
David Bryk & Family
Peg McConnell
#7
July 12th, 2019 12:05 pm
So sorry to hear of Edna's passing she and I were classmates 1947. My sympathy to all of you she was a great lady and old friend.
Stephanie Stepanchuk
#6
July 11th, 2019 9:48 pm
Dear Mazzola & Galione Families,
So deeply sorry that Aunt Edna passed away. She was definitely a doll and one of my Mom's dearest, closest friends forever. You are all in my thoughts, prayers and heart. She will definitely be missed. The gang's all up above now being our most special angels!
Love,
Stephanie, Doug & Bella Stepanchuk
Ashley.
#5
July 11th, 2019 8:24 pm
My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You. Mary Ann , Katie & Em. Edna Was Such An Amazing Thoughtful Women I Learned So Much From Her Over The past few years. Rosewood Isn’t The Same Without Her. Her Big Smile Will Truly Be Missed. I Loved Edna Like My Own xoxo Rest In Paradise My Beautiful
Donna Miller
#4
July 11th, 2019 7:10 pm
HelenAnn, MaryAnn and families,
Words cannot express the love that we all had for your beautiful mother. She was a second mother to all us girls. She was one of the sweetest, kindest woman I've ever met. We were blessed to have known her. She was mommy's bestfriend. I know they are celebrating in heaven together. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Much love, The Dimiceli Family
Jan Hammell
#3
July 10th, 2019 12:24 pm
So sorry to learn of Edna’s passing. I will always remember her kindness and positive attitude. Please know my thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Joy and Les Snyder, Sr.
#2
July 9th, 2019 5:44 pm
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Edna. Fond memories of fun times over the years while she lived here in Hackettstown. Our Sincere Sympathy to the entire family..Joy and Les Snyder
Ali Hayslett
#1
July 9th, 2019 10:33 am
I’m so incredibly sorry for the loss of one of the sweetest and kindest women I’ve ever met. I had the pleasure of meeting Edna while working at Rosewood a few years ago, we kept in contact after I left & she was the most strong, genuine, compassionate person I’ve ever met. Praying for you all during this hard time.
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