Sylvia Parrottino (Peterson), 97,  of Long Branch, passed away peacefully August 25 ^th at home.  She had been on home hospice for almost a year and was a brave and strong woman throughout her ordeal.

Sylvia was a graduate of Star of the Sea Academy, Long Branch and a communicant of St. Michael's RC Church. For over 30 years, Sylvia worked for the Monmouth County Welfare Board as a clerk typist. After retiring, she then worked part-time at Monmouth College for five years.

Sylvia loved all animals, especially cats and dogs.  Her cat Snookie was a constant companion with her throughout the days.  She loved the outdoors and gardening.

Sylvia was a kind and loving wife, mother and grandmother.  She lived a simple life always putting family first. Sylvia's passing leaves a deep void and she will be missed by her family.

Sylvia is predeceased by her husband, Danny; her parents Charles & Lillie Peterson; her sister Esther and three brothers Harold, Ragnar & Elmer.

Surviving is her son Michael Parrottino, Long Branch; her daughter Debbie Mellish, Long Branch; her grandson Corey & his wife Andrea Mellish, Ocean and her great-granddaughter Collette and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation Tuesday, August 29 ^th 4:00-6:00 pm at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch.  Funeral service Wednesday, August 30 ^th 9:00 am at the funeral home.  Burial to follow in Woodbine Cemetery, Oceanport.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sylvia's memory to Monmouth County SPCA, 260 Wall Street, Eatontown, NJ 07724; www.monmouthcountyspca.org .