Elvira McDonnell
May 15, 1943 - December 09, 2022
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Elvira McDonnell entered into eternal rest on December 9, 2022. She was born in Newark, NJ on May 15, 1943, and was a life long resident of the city. She attended St. Vincent School, then Barringer High School. Elvira loved to travel as a young woman. She enjoyed many things. Some of her hobbies included needlepoint, crocheting, and Knitting. As an avid reader, she would finish 1-2 books a week. Elivira loved giving back, she worked in the Newark school system in their special education program for over 20 years. She was a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church in Newark and enjoyed participating in many parish functions. Elvira met Michael C. McDonnell of Waterford Ireland in 1973, and were married in 1974. Together they enjoyed travel, vacations, and summers at the Jersey shore. Elvira was preceded in death by her husband Michael and her parents, Bruno and Philomena Marchetti. She is survived by her two sons Michael and Daniel McDonnell, daughter-in-law, Jennifer and Grandson Jacob. Visitation Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 04:00 pm - 07:00 pm Halpin - Bitecola Brookdale Funeral Home 1284 Broad St, Bloomfield NJ 07003 Prayer Service Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 04:30 pm - 05:00 pm Halpin - Bitecola Brookdale Funeral Home 1284 Broad St, Bloomfield NJ 07003 Burial Wednesday, December 14th, 2022 10:00 am - 10:20 am Glendale Cemetery 28 Hoover Ave, Bloomfield NJ 07003
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Pat Miliano
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I was privileged to work with Vera in the classroom. She was a dedicated worker, a team player, who took pride in doing her best. She loved the students and treated them with kindness and generosity, always ready to advocate on their behalf. She made my job easier and I was always grateful for her support. Remembering her with love.❤ Pat Miliano
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Kathleen McFadden
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I was a co-worker with Vera in the Newark Public schools. I’m saddened by this news. Condolences to your family. Vera was a wonderful woman. May she Rest in Peacez
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Betzabe Blondet
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My most sincere condolences. I worked with Vera for many years and she was an asset to have in the classroom for the students and for me. She made a difference in so many lives.I have such wonderful memories.I am so sorry for your loss.<br>Betzabe Blondet