June 9, 1924 – September 14, 2022 (age 98)
Newburgh, NY
Carmela was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Cristiano. Born in Engelwood, New Jersey on June 9, 1924. She married Jack Stang on October 15, 1944. Camie and Jack celebrated 51 years of marriage, before his death, while living in Fort Myers, Florida in January 1996.
Carmela is survived by her daughter, Marlene Stang-Peterson and her husband, Robert “Pete” Peterson. Camie’s son, Jack passed away two years ago. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Sigrid Stang, of Bradenton, Florida; Jonathan Stang and his wife Lindsey; and grandchildren living in Florida and Connecticut.
Surviving sisters include Francine Von Dreuschle of Clinton, NJ; Rose Marie Myrah of NJ; and Margaret Cristiano of Concord, MA; as well as several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brother Vivi and sister Carmela Marie, order of Sisters of Charity.
An active volunteer for 25 years at St. Luke’s Hospital and served on the Auxiliary Board.
Carmela was an accomplished oil painter. Past years included interior decorator for Kreisel’s Furniture showroom, and fragrance representative in Poughkeepsie and Connecticut.
A graveside service will be held at Calvary Cemetery on Saturday, September 24 at 11:30 AM.
