Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania
1930 - 2014
Judith C. DeRea, 84, of Bangor, passed away, Friday, October 24, 2014, at Old Orchard Health Care Center. She was the wife of Philip J. "PD" DeRea, together they celebrated 60 years of marriage on May 9th. Born: Born in Roseto, July 30, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Cerino) Sabetti. Personal: Judy was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, where she belonged to the Sodality, was active in the RCIA Class and the Church Belles for the Roseto Celebration. She was also a member of the ILGWU. She was a 1948 graduate of Bangor High School and was employed as a machine operator for various garment mills in the Slate Belt until her retirement. Survivors: In addition to her husband Philip, she is survived by two daughters, Mary L. Decker and her husband Brad J. of Atlantic Beach, FL, and Kathleen A. Buchanan and her husband Aaron J. of Pen Argyl, and many extended family members and friends. A sister Rose Marie Casciano preceded her in death. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, Wednesday, October 29, 2014, at 10 AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Third and Garibaldi Avenues, Roseto. There will be viewing hours, Tuesday, beginning at 6 PM until 8 PM at the Guerro & Ruggiero Funeral Home, www.ruggierofuneralhome.com, 126 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Pen Argyl and Wednesday beginning at 8:15 AM until 9:15 AM at the funeral home. Entombment will be in the Queen of Heaven Mausoleum, Roseto. Memorials: The family request memorial donations be offered to either, Old Orchard Health Care Center, Manor Care, 4100 Freemansburg Avenue, Easton, PA 18045-5540, or to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 560 N. 6th Street, Bangor, PA 18013
I could not get to the viewing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Find peace with your family and friends around you. Paula (Ruggiero) and Bill Dahlenburg.
October 29, 2014
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Know that you have our prayers and love.
J Lucrezi
October 28, 2014 | Wind Gap, PA
P.D,Mary,Kathy,Brad and Arron, we wanted to express our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.Judy was like of our family.I was very blessed to have know your mom and family.
Tony ruggiero
October 28, 2014 | Stroudsburg, PA
Phil,Mary,Brad,Kathy,and Aaron
Our prayers, and sympathy, on the loss of Judy. Although we have not seen you, for a long time, we think of you often.
Lucy & Henry Muschio
October 28, 2014 | Venice, FL
Phil, Mary, Brad, Kathy and Aaron,
So sorry for your loss. I am greatful I had the chance to visit Judy a few times while she was here at Old Orchard. She was always smiling and always ready to lend a hand. She was strong in her faith and loved her family. She is at peace and now heaven gained another beautiful angel.
Rosemary Greco
October 27, 2014 | Roseto, PA
P.D., Mary, Kathy, Brad,and Arron, our deepest sympathy goes to your whole family. Judy was one of the sweetest people we know. God bless you all.
Mauro and Cindy Comunale
October 27, 2014 | Kissimmee, FL
My prayers and sympathy for the DeRea family.
Br. Warren Perrotto, MSC
October 27, 2014 | Center Valley, PA
Mary and Brad,
We wanted to express our sympathy to you and your family on your Mother's passing. May all the wonderful memories you have give you peace. Sam and Margie Murray
October 27, 2014
Dear PD, Mary and Brad, Kathy and Aaron,
Judy was the type of person who inspired integrity in those around her; she encouraged others to be the best people they could be. That's reflected in your life by your strong faith.
Her love of her God and His Blessed Mother were such a part of her everyday life. She was a role model for all of us to demonstrate and practice that strong devotion.
I admire the life that Judy lived. She was kind, gentle, non-judgemental, loving...
Caroline Giovannini
October 26, 2014 | Roseto, PA
