Colleen "Nee Nee" Malee

Colleen “NeeNee” Malee, 75, of Dewey Circle, Ridgway, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2022 at Fairview Manor in Erie. 

She was born in Ridgway on August 20, 1947, a daughter of the late John and Helen Ryan Malee.

NeeNee was a graduate of Elk County Christian High School and a member of St. Leo’s Church.  She retired from Dickinson Center after many years of service.  Over the years, she enjoyed playing volleyball and was active with the Ridgway Women’s Volleyball League.  She also enjoyed spending time with her friends on the bowling leagues from St. Marys.

She is survived by two nephews; Daniel (Michael) Ploszkiewicz of Harborcreek and Timothy (Kelly) Malee of Lake City as well as by her godchildren; Kenneth Nielson, Kristin Prusakowski and Amber Stilwell.  She is also survived by many friends, including her “Special Little Buddy”; Josephine Lawrie.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 brothers; Daniel Malee and Timothy Malee, and by her sister-in-law; D. Kristine Malee.

A Memorial Service for Colleen “NeeNee” Malee will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Krise Funeral Home.

Burial will be in St. Leo’s Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received at the Krise Funeral Home on Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.

Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of choice.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com