Sheryl Scudder

December 6, 2021

Sheryl (Colagiovanni) Scudder, of Rocky Hill, CT. passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021. She was born in Hartford, CT. She was a graduate of Newington High School and St. Joseph’s College in West Hartford with a BS degree in Biology. She continued her education earning a Master’s degree from Central Connecticut State University. Sherri, as she was called by her family and friends, worked in several private and state laboratories for many years. After her career in scientific research, she worked in the Registrar’s office at Manchester Community College for 14 years. She is survived by her parents, Elaine and Mario Colagiovanni of Falmouth, MA, her sister Lisa Colagiovanni and her wife Kristine Millet, and her nephew and niece, Koen and Tessa Colagiovanni. She also leaves behind her life partner, James Scudder, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and her beloved cats, Noodle and Pepper. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday (December 17, 2021) from 1PM to 2 PM at the Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St, Rocky Hill. A funeral service will follow at 2 PM in the parlor. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the critical care staff at the Hospital of Central Connecticut for their care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russel Road, Newington, CT 06111-1593. Please share online expressions of sympathy, memories, or photo tributes at www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com.