Kolakowski, Connie, 74, of Minotola, passed away suddenly at her home on August 20, 2011. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she lived in Weymouth for 34 years before moving to Minotola four years ago. Connie worked for Lenox China of Pomona for many years. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and home maker who loved spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her extreme kindess and generosity. Preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Edward, she will always be remembered by her three daughters: Susan Hansen (Karl), Karen Remley (Allen), and Ellen Fatcher (Brian), 7grandchildren: Kristi (Tony), Karl Edward, Devonee, A.J., Dana, Kelly, and Kayley, great-granddaughter Alexis, and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, August 24th from 9:30-11am, at the Boakes Funeral Home, 6050 Main Street, Mays Landing. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30am, at the St. Vincent DePaul Church, Rt. 50 & 2nd Street, Mays Landing. Burial will be private. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Deborah Hospital Foundation, 20 Pine Mill Rd., Browns Mills, NJ 08015.