Marie Lois Errante Obituary (1938 - 2024)

Marie Lois Errante, 85, of Atkins, Arkansas, formerly of St. Helens, Oregon, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Atkins, Arkansas. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to the J. Herman Humphrey Dignity Cremation Center and Humphrey Funeral Service of Russellville, following a private family committal in the Chapel of Light. Born on October 29, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, Marie was the cherished daughter of Louis Joseph and Lilyn Josephine (Dorimus) Catalano. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Anthony Errante, her sons Raymond Errante and Joseph F. Errante, and her siblings Larry, Mary Louis, William, Richard, and Florence, and her parents. Marie is survived by her loving son, Louis Errante (Kate), daughter-in-law Brenda Errante, siblings Danny, Joyce, Louis, and Jimmy, grandchildren Joseph Errante (Britney), Gabriella Mendez (Anthony), Tiffany (Balow) Dawson, and Juliana Errante; and eight great-grandchildren. Marie devoted herself to supporting her husband during his 25-year Air Force career, finding fulfillment as a dedicated homemaker and nurturing mother to their children. Her unwavering faith in the Catholic tradition provided her with solace and resilience throughout her life. Marie and Joseph shared a passion for ballroom dancing, often attending gatherings at the Elk Lodge. She found joy in activities such as bowling, crocheting, and passing down the art of authentic Italian cooking to her children and grandchildren. In accordance with her wishes, Marie's cremated remains will be laid to rest alongside her late husband at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon. Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.humphreyfuneral.com.