Photo courtesy of Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. - Hellertown
Hellertown, Pennsylvania
Jul 31, 1958 – Oct 28, 2025 (Age 67)
Rita Elaine Zambelli, 67, of Salisbury Township, Lehigh County, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Bethlehem. She was the loving wife of Gerard G. Zambelli, with whom she shared 34 years of marriage. Born in Allentown on July 31, 1958, she...
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Mom, I love you. I’m still speechless that you are gone. I will miss speaking to you on a daily basis. I will miss simply sitting on the couch holding your hard. I know you’re my angel now. For that I’m grateful. Thank you for being the best mom a daughter could ask for. Thank you for always being there for my kids. They adore you. Forever in our hearts.
Rachel Sutter
November 05, 2025 | Allentown | Daughter
Gerry & The Zambelli Family,
Rita was one of the nicest people I ever knew.
Godspeed to her. My sincere condolences.
Fred, so sorry for the loss of your sister.
Kenny Dick
November 03, 2025 | Bethlehem, PA | Coworker
Gerry & Family, sending my deepest condolences to all of you. I worked with Rita a little over a year on night shift. She was the sweetest woman with a heart of gold! My thoughts and prayers are with you. May wonderful memories bring you comfort in your time of sorrow.
Michelle Dickey
November 03, 2025 | Bethlehem, PA | Coworker
Fred ... Dot and I are very sorry to read about your sister Rita. It's really tough to see your family member pass away. May she always be in your heart and mind. May she rest in peace.
Mark and Dot Petruno
November 02, 2025 | Leesburg, FL | Friend
Gerry, I’m sorry for your loss. Rita was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ray Kresge
November 02, 2025 | Allentown, PA | Coworker
Gerry and family,
My sincere condolences. Words cannot convey the pain and sadness you are going through. Rita had a heart of gold and beautiful smile! That smile will be radiating like the sunshine from heaven above! She will certainly leave a special place in our hearts! Sending prayers and hugs to all of you during this difficult time!
Ilze Gallich
November 01, 2025 | PA
Gerry & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and to hear of Rita's passing .
Rita was such a kind , beautiful soul and very nice to talk to.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Shawn Fitzpatrick
November 01, 2025 | Freemansburg, PA | Coworker
Gerry, Rita’s kindness and warmth will never be forgotten. It was a blessing to have known her. Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Kim & Frank Groover
Frank Groover
October 31, 2025 | Villa Rica, GA | Coworker
Gerry and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rita was always smiling at work and such a pleasure to know.
Sue Szilagyi
October 31, 2025 | HELLERTOWN, PA | Coworker