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Joann Amato Obituary
Joann Marie Amato, 52, of Easton, passed away Monday, August 25, 2008 in Easton Hospital, Wilson. Born on November 22, 1955 in Phillipsburg, N.J., she was a daughter of Josephine M. Pannucio Smereczynsky of Williams Township and the late William Smereczynsky.Joann and her husband, Anthony F. Amato, celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary on May 3. She was a graduate of Easton High School, class of 1973. Joann was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Easton, where she served as a Eucharistic minister for the church and the former St. Marys Chapel, south side Easton. She was a member of the Circolo San Placido Society, Castel di Lucio Society and the M.S. Society. Survivors: In addition to her husband, Joann is survived by sons, Anthony P. Amato of Easton, Rick M. Amato and his wife, Kristin, of Bethlehem, Mario V. Amato of Easton; daughter, JoMarie Amato of Easton; brother, William A. Smereczynsky of Wilson; granddaughter, Emma L. Amato. A son, Mario James Amato, preceded Joann in death. Services: Calling hours will be held Thursday evening from 5-8 p.m. and Friday morning from 9:15-10:15 a.m. in the Morello Funeral Home Inc., 3720 Nicholas St., Palmer Township. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11 a.m. in the church, Ninth and Lehigh streets, Easton. Entombment will be in St. Anthonys Mausoleum, Williams Township. Online condolences may be offered at: www.morellofuneralhome.com. Contributions: May be made to the John and Dorothy Morgan Cancer Center, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Development Department, 1247 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Suite 200 Allentown, PA 18103-6347 in memory of Joann.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joann Amato
Mary Ackerly
September 20, 2008
God saw you getting tired,
When a cure was not to be.
So He wrapped his arms around you,
and whispered, “Come to me”.
You didn’t deserve what you went through,
So He gave you rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best
And when I saw you sleeping,
So peaceful and free from pain
I could not wish you back
To suffer
With Much Love
Amy Blythe
August 29, 2008
Dear Mario,
Please know that our family is thinking of your family.
God Bless,
Amy, Amanda, & Connor Blythe
Yoselyn & George Khoury
August 29, 2008
To JoMarie & her family:
We extend to you our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tina Lippincott
August 28, 2008
Amato Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. We know exactly what you are going through. No words can make the pain go away. Just know we care and we are here if you need anything. All our Love.
The Di Biagio Family
Tina and Terry Lippincott
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
August 28, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Joann Amato family and friends in the loss of Joann. Know that each of you are in my prayers.
God bless each of you always.
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
August 28, 2008
Dear Josie Smereczynsky
My heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your dear daughter Joann. Know that you are in my prayers and I send you a special hug.
God bless you.
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
Matt Ganssle
August 28, 2008
Growing up down the street from the Amatos was one of the great gifts God blessed me with in my life. Mrs. Amato's examples of love of family, love of God, and warmth towards others stick with me to this day.
Mr. Amato, Mrs. Smereczynsky, Tony, Ricky, Kristin, JoMarie, and Mario - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Amy Fisher (Horvath)
August 27, 2008
Ricky & JoMarie,
I'm sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. I can't begin to imagine how difficult this must be but knowing she is in a better place hopefully helps ease some of the pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From the Concordia Health Group
August 27, 2008
Dear family and friends:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I leave my deep condolences with you.
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation." 2nd Corinthians 1:3
Beth-Hanover Supply
August 27, 2008
Tony & Anthony,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will all keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this diffiult time.
LaShawn
August 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time. (Acts 24:15)
Diane Smereczynsky
August 27, 2008
Joann,
You have always been a cherished and important part of my life. Rest in peace my dear sister-in-law. I will always love you.
Tony, Tony, Ricky, JoMarie & Mario,
Always remember how important and loved you are. Be proud of all the dedication and love you put into the care of Joann. I love all of you very much.
Diane
joey murphy
August 27, 2008
tony, tony, ricky, jomarie and mario
i am deeply sorry for your loss. she will be missed not only by you, but by the many others who life she touched.
MaryKate Smereczynsky
August 27, 2008
Rest in peace Aunt Joann. You're with Poppop now. You will always be deeply missed. I love you.
To Uncle Tony, Tony, Ricky, Jomarie & Mario - You all have been so strong throughout the years. So, if you are feeling a little weak, please know that I am here for all of you. I love you.
MaryKate
Gina Smereczynsky
August 27, 2008
I love you so much Aunt Joann, you will always be missed and forever in our hearts. You can now be with Poppop again.
Doreen Vogt
August 27, 2008
Dear Amato's,
I am so sorry to hear of Joann's passing. I work at Good Shepherd and have met and talked to Joann quite often. She was such a wonderful and pleasant woman. My deepest sympathies to her family.
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