Joan D. Ottolenghi Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joan D. Ottolenghi (Columbus, Ohio), born in Hartford, Connecticut, who passed away at the age of 91, on April 15, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan D. Ottolenghi to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Joan find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her daughter Diane Ottolenghi (Thomas); her parents, Frank DeNezzo and Katherine DeNezzo; and her sister Mary Egan. She is survived by: her spouse Abramo Ottolenghi (Abe); her close friend Dr. Abramo Ottolenghi (Abe); and her children, Carol Ottolenghi (Kevin), David Ottolenghi (Kim) and Gina Ottolenghi Saltz (Jim). She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, tax-deductible donations may be made to the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, https://ssvpusa.org.
