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Barbara DeVito Obituary
Barbara G. (Garand) DeVito
November 4, 1940 - June 24, 2025
Barbara G. DeVito, 84, of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, at her daughter's home in Erie, PA. She was born on November 4, 1940, to the late Francis and Marie (Latulippe) Garand.
Barbara was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She found joy in crafting and gave freely of her time to Holy Family Catholic Church, where she built lifelong friendships and a second family in faith. Her warmth and generosity touched all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert L. DeVito Sr.; their infant son, Robert DeVito; and her brother, Robert L. Garand.
Barbara is survived by her sister, Anita (Garand) Abert of Liverpool, NY; her beloved children: Robert L. DeVito (Lonna), Donna Rioux (David), Linda DeVito (Lasalle), and Anthony DeVito (Debbie); as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins who will forever cherish her memory.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the UPMC Family Hospice team for their compassionate care.
Memorial contributions in Barbara's name may be made to:
Holy Family Catholic Church
200 78th Ave NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
A private memorial service will be held by the family.
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Margie Meany White
July 2, 2025
Auntie Barbara,
I've loved you my whole life. I know we haven't seen eachother for many years but I cherished the time I had with you and the conversations and things you taught me in years past. You were a excellent aunt and Godmother to me. I will Never forget you. Till we meet again.
Love Always & Rest in Peace,
Margie
Lonna DeVito
July 2, 2025
You will truly be missed be everyone. We will keep you in our hearts as you watch over your family from above. Rest in peace.
Anita Abert
July 2, 2025
My dear sis, I will carry you in my heart until we meet again!
Love you so much.
Maxine Petrovsky
June 29, 2025
To my good friend, great co-worker and bantering buddy about all topics! You will be greatly missed by all of us and especially us here at St Vincent de Paul.
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