Ermina C. Poletz

Ermina C. Poletz obituary, Harrisburg, PA

Ermina C. Poletz

Ermina Poletz Obituary

Visit the Hetrick-Bitner Funeral Home, Inc. - Harrisburg website to view the full obituary.
Ermina C. Poletz, formerly of Uniontown, passed away Saturday November 18, 2023 at the age of 106.
Born August 29, 1917, in Uniontown, she was a daughter of the late Fabrizio Horatio Menni and Philomena Rose (Russo) Menni. Ermina had shared a loving and devoted union with Francis "Frank" Thomas Poletz prior to his passing.
Nanny, as she was affectionately known by her immediate and extended family, received the greatest joy from caring for her loved ones and creating a warm and nurturing home. Always giving of herself, she wanted everyone to feel good about themselves and truly loved. She led a life where friends became family and family meant everything. A true woman of purpose, Nanny never believed in taking short cuts and always felt that a healthy dose of love was the key ingredient in everything that she did for others. Nanny was proud of her Italian heritage and shared many of the age-old traditions, like the Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve, with the next generations to ensure that her family would continue to embrace their legacy. She had been a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Uniontown.
Nanny is survived by her grandson, Mark J. Carr and his wife, Leigh Ann Carr, of Steelton. She is also survived by her great grandchildren, Enzo A. Carr; twins, Dante G. Carr and Gionni G. Carr; Gabriel A. Leach and Hanna Mae Schickel. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Anne Carr Robinson and brother, Eugene "Gene" R. Menni. Nanny will also be embraced in heaven by her son-in-law, William "Jerry" Carr and Karen Crozier, both of whom she loved dearly.
Arrangements and interment in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Uniontown, will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 61 N. Mount Vernon Avenue, Uniontown, PA 15401.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Ermina, please visit our Tree Store.
Hetrick-Bitner Funeral Home, Inc. - Harrisburg

3125 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17109

How to support Ermina's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Ermina Poletz's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Ermina Poletz's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?