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Vita P. DeLeonardis Simmons

Vita P. DeLeonardis Simmons obituary, Hazelton, PA

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Vita Simmons Obituary

Vita P. DeLeonardis Simmons of Hazleton died Oct. 19 at Marquette Hospice House, Meadville, surrounded by her loving family, following an 18-year battle with cancer.

Born in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Theresa (Palumbo) DeLeonardis. Vita was a graduate of Hazleton High School, Class of 1965, and was most recently employed as a receptionist for Bafile Family Chiropractic, Drums.

Vita enjoyed shopping, collecting recipes, making holiday cookies and spending time with family and friends. She especially loved making meatballs and having Sunday dinners with her family.

Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, was a brother, Jack DeLeonardis.

Surviving are her husband of over 50 years, Robert Sr.; son, Robert Jr. and his wife, Deb Simmons, Meadville; daughter, Nicole Simmons and her significant other, Frank Kessler, Hazleton; and two granddaughters, Hanah and Isabella "Izzy" Simmons.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Most Precious Blood Church, Hazleton, at the convenience of the family. A celebration of life for friends and family will be held in the future.

Fierro Funeral Service Inc., Hazleton, is assisting with arrangements.

Published by Standard-Speaker from Oct. 27 to Oct. 29, 2020.
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I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful person and she will be missed. Your family is in thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Michael and Ann Turse and family

Ann Turse

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November 8, 2020

Sincere sympathy to Bob and family. A beautiful neighbor who welcomed us at Annual church feast dinner ! Thoughts and prayers. Barbara Sanko

Barbara Sanko

November 7, 2020

So saddened to here of her passing. She was such a sweet and wonderful woman. My condolences to the family.

Michael Kapuschinsky

November 4, 2020

May God Bless Vita and all her loved ones at this difficult time

Many good memories of her, Bob Sr, and their wonderful children.

Will always remember Vita as a very kind and gentle person

May she rest in peace

Pete & Beth Franzosa

October 29, 2020

In memory of a wonderful lady. Vita was a wonderful friend for many years when I visited Dr. Bafile’s Office. She always had a smile and kind words. May your hearts be filled with many wonderful memories as you celebrate a life well lived. She often spoke of her wonderful family. Rest in Peace Vita.

Edith Brandmier-Leppanen

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October 29, 2020

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