Ermenia “Dolly” Colello June 9, 1927-Dec. 9, 2020

Ermenia “Dolly” Colello, 93, a longtime resident of Altoona, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 9th, 2020 after a brief illness. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Joseph and Julia (Mazola) Paolucci. She married the love of her life, Arnold Colello, on Sept. 6, 1947. Their only son, Tom (Tommy) was born on July 18, 1950. In 1954, they moved to Carson, California where they lived for 33 years. In 1987, they moved back to Altoona. In 2010, they moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana to be close to their son, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Dolly loved to cook, bake and entertain her friends and family any chance she got. She had an infectious laugh that would make anyone smile and was loved by all who met her. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Becky Colello of Baton Rouge, La.; her granddaughter, Jeniffer (Colello) Frazier and husband, Paul, of Baton Rouge, La.; her grandson, Matthew Colello of Folsom, La.; three great-granddaughters: Madison Colello, Olivia Colello and Izabella Frazier; one great-great-grandson, Isaac Thomas Yu; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 71 years, Arnold; sisters, Angela Turchetta and Phyllis Capolla; brother Johnny Paolucci; and parents, Joseph and Julia Paolucci. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum, Altoona. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona and final interment at Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum. Condolences can be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.