July 2025

Marjorie “Bunny” (Drewry) Lapadula, 89, of Portland, peacefully passed away on July 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on July 19, 1935 in Middletown to the late George and Annabelle (Russell) Drewry, Marjorie lived a full and joyful life marked by love, laughter, and lasting friendships.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Pasqualo Lapadula, with whom she shared a beautiful 64 years. She was also predeceased by her sister Jean Acerboni and nephew John Acerboni.

She leaves behind her three children: Deborah Cunningham (Lapadula), Jeffrey Lapadula and his wife Kim, Patrick Lapadula and his wife Sally. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Lauren Obermeier, Jessinta Cunningham, Patrick Lapadula Jr., and Matthew Lapadula, and a beloved great-grandmother to Madison and Mackenzie, who were the apple of her eye.

She is also survived by her brother Robert Drewry and his wife Marylou, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Marjorie found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved playing Bunco with her girlfriends, testing her luck at bingo and the casino, and vacationing with close friends and family. Marjorie’s warmth, humor, and lively spirit brought joy to every room she entered.

In her later years, Marjorie was lovingly cared for by her former daughter-in-law Lisa Mazzotta-Ivaldi, whose devotion and compassion brought great comfort and support to both Marjorie and her family.

Marjorie’s legacy is one of strength, family, friendship, and fun. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 11th at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Portland. Burial will be in the State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown. Friends may call at the Portland Memorial Funeral Home, 231 Main St, Portland on Thursday, July 10th from 5-7 p.m.