Photo courtesy of Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC - Pen Argyl
Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania
Oct 28, 1928 – Mar 1, 2022 (Age 93)
Anna P. Butz, 93, of West Bangor, passed away, Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg Campus. She was the wife of the late Frank W. Butz, who passed away, June 30, 2018, they celebrated 62 years of marriage before his passing.
Born in West Bangor, October 28, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Vito and Mary (Graziano) Palma.
She was a lifelong and active member of St. Joseph's Episcopal Church, West Bangor, where she was a member of the Alter Guild, Women’s Auxiliary, and served on the Vestry Committee.
Prior to retiring in 1990, she was a sewing machine operator for 50 years at the former Cali Sportswear, West Bangor.
She was an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, Green Bay Packers, and the Philadelphia Phillies. She enjoyed playing Rumicube with her late cousin Mary.
She is survived by a daughter Annamarie Pence and her husband, David W. of Pen Argyl, a grandson, David E. Pence and his fiancé Samantha of Bethlehem, and nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held, Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 11 AM at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, 1440 Verona Drive, Pen Argl, (West Bangor). The Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC, Pen Argyl is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be offered at www.ruggierofuneralhome.com.
Memorial contributions are welcome and should be mailed to the St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, C/O Phyl Tucker, 553 Getz Road, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
Read MoreDear Anna Marie Dave, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. She she was such a good person. My deepest sympathy. I will keep her in my prayers.
Concetta Reto
March 08, 2022
My Thoughts and prayers are with you all upon the loss of you Mother. May she Rest In Peace .
Karin Curcio
March 08, 2022
The world has lost a special person. May her love forever shine upon those who knew and loved her.
The Rev. Canon Clifford B. Carr
March 08, 2022 | BETHLEHEM, ON | Friend
Dear Annamarie and Dave, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Your Dad and she were such good neighbors to us. Now they are together and will always be watching over you. May pleasant memories comfort you during this very sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your son.
Rosa Fiorot
March 07, 2022 | Pen Argyl, PA
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jim & Mary Ceraul
March 07, 2022
So sorry for the sad news. My heart goes out to Annamarie, David and Davey. I know Abby use to enjoy going to be with your mom when you both would babysit her, all the good memories will keep her close in your heart.
Kay Stampone
March 06, 2022 | Stroudsburg, PA | Friend
Annamarie, Sending my condolences on the loss of your dear mom. As kids and neighbors we spend a lot of time together. Our moms were in the center of it all, always there if we needed anything. I will cherish those memories forever. May she RIP.
Mary Merolla Crumpton
March 05, 2022
Our deepest sympathy goes to Annamarie,Dave,and Davey on the death of Anna. She was a loving wife ,mother, and grandmother,and she was our Aunt Anna.
Sincerely,
Faith and Anthony Falcone
anthony falcone
March 03, 2022 | Bangor, PA | Family
Dear Annamarie and Dave,
My sincerest sympathy to you at this very sad time. I've been in mom's company a few times at Diane's and so enjoyed chatting with her. May you find comfort in your loving memories and may Mom be at peace!
Joanne Merolla
March 03, 2022 | Pen Argyl, PA
