Angelo was fortified with the Sacraments on Friday, February 13th, 2026.
Beloved husband of the late Laura Colona (Shaw). Father of John Colona, Marilyn (Marvin) Gilliam, Chris (Lori) Colona, Tim (Diane) Colona and David Colona. Adoring grandfather of Dominic (Tanya), Nicholas (Emily), Joey, Courtney (Nathan) Arndt and Tim Jr. Cherished great-grandfather of Vinny, Luca, Ella, Senna, Mira, Frankie and Grace. He was the loving son of the late John and Anna (Lograsso) Colona, dear brother to the late Anthony, John, Michael and Rose (Bird).
Angelo grew up surrounded by Italians. His family tree was made up of the Colonas, Lograssos, Licavolis and Bommaritos. He stayed involved in the Italian’s Pleasure Club (IPC) up until his death. Angelo attended De Andreis High School in North St. Louis near where he grew up. He served in the Army after high school. He married Laura and stayed together for the next 65 years. He was a devoted family man working for 30 years in the Life Insurance Business for Western and Southern Life
SERVICES: Funeral leaving Kutis Affton Chapel (10151 Gravois Rd 63123) on Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 at 8:45 am for 9:00 am Mass at Seven Holy Founders Church. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday from 4:00 – 8:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Association or National Kidney Foundation are greatly appreciated.
John, Marilyn, Chris, Tim and Dave. I am so sorry to hear about your dads passing.
It was fun reconnecting with him the last couple of years as we raced down the hall
to get to the exercise bike first. Peace and Prayers for all of you.
Thanks Bob, my condolences to you and your family over the loss of your mom! Regret that I couldn’t make it.
My deepest condolences to the entire Cologna family. Angelo was a great friend to my dad and me and my family. He was a mentor and friend but we always considered Angelo and the Cologna family as part of our family. Our love and prayers are with all of you at this time. We will be mourning the loss of Angelo with you but are comforted knowing he’s at home with our heavenly father.
Thanks Tony we appreciate the kind words.
Angelo was a great man and I loved hearing his stories. He always had a smile when I saw him. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family. Sending prayers of comfort.
thank you Jerianne, you were a highlight in his life xoxoxoxo
I’m sorry we didn’t get that dinner even though I offered to bring lunch. I was working a lot in Dec and I know that was hard for you to understand. I appreciated all your gifts and your thoughtfulness. You said I would not hear from you for several weeks but never expected to hear you had passed. I was quite shocked when I received a text, God bless you for your thoughtfulness.
My brother really wanted me to me you Mary. Perhaps I will have an opportunity now.
I am so sorrow to lose such a good friend as Angelo. He came to all meetings we had at IPC club and all the other events we have. He will also be missed by the of the members, We shall pray for him.
You have my prayers and condolences
Thanks greatly appreciate. John
Sending my sincerest sympathies to the family. Prayers for comfort and peace during this time.
thank you sweet friend xoxoxo
Wishing you peace and comfort.
thank you Ron. Very much appreciated
Prayers for comfort and peace.
thank you Stefanie, you are so sweet and kind. I appreciate you!
To my cousins, John, Marilyn, Chris, Tim, and David. My condolences for your loss. Your dad certainly led a full and blessed life. I enjoyed having lunch with him, Chris, and Tim last summer and am so glad that we were able to reconnect after several years of not seeing each other.
What a great person. I enjoyed spending time with Angelo at the YMCA. Always full of information and had kind words for everyone. He will be missed by all that knew him.
To the Colona children, I want to extend my sincere condolences to you on the loss of your father, Big memories of a wonderful family on Tupelo drive.
Josephine Barriner and Makecek children
Thanks for the kind words and thank you and Mary for being at the wake.. It meant a lot to me and the rest of our family.
Rose: Joe & I want to express our deepest condolences to you and your entire family on the sad loss of Angelo,..your dear brother, at this time. We’ll keep you in our thoughts and prayers to help all of you toget thru this terrible pain of loss. Don’t ever forget how much we love you