Angelina M Carione

Angelina Marie Carione, 47, passed away on August 21, 2024, in Moorestown, New Jersey. Born in Vineland, New Jersey, Angelina was a dedicated educator and a passionate advocate for her friends, family, and community. She is survived by her son, Alexander Felix Sherwood; her husband, Jason Sherwood; her parents, Felicia and Ralph Carione; and her sister, Regina Carione. Angelina was preceded in death by her grandfather, Felix Donato her grandmother, Marie Donato, and her paternal grandmother Rose Carione. Angelina made new friends at every encounter. She was unapologetically herself at all times and attracted people with her insight and wit. She knew what she wanted and she always accomplished her goals. Professionally, Angelina dedicated herself to New Jersey’s school students. She taught public school in her hometown of Buena, New Jersey for eleven years. While teaching, it became apparent that Angelina also had the talent and skill to advocate for students and coworkers outside of the classroom, so she became involved with the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) teacher’s union. Angelina moved on from teaching in 2015 to gain nonprofit experience as the Healthy Schools Now Campaign Organizer at the New Jersey Work Environment Council. She used her talents for politics and business development to secure school funding while serving as a Vice President at NW Financial, and she was the Director of Economic Development at the Aubrey Group, where she guided businesses through regulatory compliance and grant writing. At last, in 2023 Angelina fulfilled her lifelong dream by coming home to NJEA as Associate Director of Government Relations. Halloween 2018, when her son Alexander was two years old, Angelina discovered that she had breast cancer. Immediately she elected to receive the most aggressive treatments available. She had no reservations about physical side effects, she would do anything to be there for Alexander as he grew up. Angelina relished living life despite her treatment. While undergoing therapy for cancer she went on trips to Florida, Italy, Iceland, Maine, Utah, Canada, and Virginia. Despite her physical limitations, she was able to make a lifetime of memories for herself and her family. As each of her treatments failed, Angelina continued to prepare for her family’s future. She gathered a network of loving and caring people to support her husband Jason and make sure her son Alexander reaches his full potential. Angelina was active with several breast cancer groups: Living Beyond Breast Cancer, For Pete’s Sake, Breast Intentions, Unite for Her, and Inspiring Life Together. She recently contributed to a book, The Adventure Jar, which is a story book for families living with metastatic disease. Whenever possible Angelina made sure her story was told- While there have been advances in breast cancer treatment, the physical, mental, and emotional pain of living with cancer is something that can only be understood by those who live with it. The expectations society and the healthcare system put on cancer patients is too high and Angelina constantly advocated for those who are suffering. Anyone who met Angelina knew she was a force to be reckoned with. She brought her power to everything she did and made a lasting memory with everyone she met. We’re all so grateful to have spent our time with her. She will live on through our stories about her. She will live on in what we learned from her. Her beautiful spirit will live on through her beautiful son, Alexander. Rest in Peace Angelina. We love you. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Counsel Church, 42 W Main St. Moorestown, New Jersey on Tuesday August 27, 2024. The viewing will be 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m Tuesday at the church. Interment Lakeview memorial Park, Cinnaminson. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that contributions in Angelina's memory be made to "Inspiring Life Together, PO Box 608, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 https://www.inspiringlifetogether.org/donate. a local breast cancer charity which she became active in during her final years.

Angelina M Carione

July 20, 1977 - August 21, 2024