Rosemary E. Palena Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Rosemary E. Palena of Wallingford, Pennsylvania, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 19, 2024. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Catroppa and Marie Catroppa; and her husband Dr. Peter V. Palena. She is survived by: her children, Peter V. Palena, Jr. (Barbara), Susan Godwin (Glenn), David Palena and Scott Palena (Karen); her brother Frank "Butch" Catroppa, Jr.; and her grandchildren, Peter III (Erin), Kathryn Diener (Brendan), Kevin, Eric, Rosemary Faith, Shane, Liam and Alexis Godwin. She is also survived by 2 step grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and 4 step great grandchildren.
In lieu flowers, the family is requesting donations to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111 or https://www.foxchase.org.
