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Phyllis Grace Hart Vassallo

1936 - 2020

Phyllis Grace Hart Vassallo obituary, 1936-2020, Allentown, PA

BORN

1936

DIED

2020

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J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home Inc.

1601 W Hamilton Street

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Phyllis Vassallo Obituary

Phyllis Grace Hart Vassallo, 84, passed peacefully in her sleep on November 26, 2020. Born on May 8, 1936 in Alpha, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Rose (Huszar) Hart. Phyllis was employed for 34 years at Lehigh Valley Hospital in the medical records department until retiring. Upon her retirement, she continued to provide care to others through her involvement with Home Instead. Phyllis showed qualities of empathy, compassion, kindness and love. Phyllis, Phil, Mama, Mom, Ma, Grammie - she had not only a contagious laugh, but an accompanying contagious smile. She loved to care for others, loved sports, loved Josh Early's jellies, Yocco's hot dogs, but especially she loved her children and grandchildren dearly.

Phyllis is survived by her brother, Ronald, she was a mother to Maria, Lisa, Stephen and Mike, and a loving grandmother to Nicholas, Kevin, Daniel, Mary, Gianna, Sasha, Cecelia and Dainn.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be private, at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. www.jsburkholder.com

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer's Association 399 Market St. Suite 250, Philadelphia, PA 19106

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Call on Dec. 2, 2020.

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Kathy (McGeehan)Grovatt

December 7, 2020

Hi Vassallo family, I was so sad to read about the passing of your amazing Mom. Her and I worked together at LVHC for many years. Not in the same department but our paths crossed a lot. I loved chatting and laughing with your mom. I also loved when she would share all good news about her kids, and grandkids. I will cherish these memories forever.

Mary K. Grovatt

December 7, 2020

Hi Vassallo family, I just read about your Moms/Grandmoms passing, and I am very sad. I loved seeing you mom when we both worked at LVHN, in different departments but our paths crossed a lot. She always had a smile on her face. I enjoyed hearing about you all and all the grandkids too. I have wonderful memories that I will cherish forever. Sending hugs and prayers, Love, Kathy (McGeehan)Grovatt

Sylvia Pituch

December 4, 2020

Maria, Lisa, Stephen, and Mike - As you gathered to grieve, to celebrate, and remember, know that we were with you in spirit. Though the voice is quiet, the spirit echoes still. Sending much love with our prayers - Sylvia & Victor

Carol Kelley

December 2, 2020

My sympathy and prayers to the whole family. May your happy memories give you a reason to smile.

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