Carmella Barletta

Carmella Barletta, 95, formerly of Hazleton, passed away surrounded by her loving family at the Laurels Senior Living Facility, Hazle Twp., where she had been a guest for the past 10 years.

The family would like to recognize and express gratitude to the Laurels Facility and all of their staff for the compassionate and loving care that was provided to Carmella throughout her time as a resident there.

Born in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late John and Florence Sharp (Pape), and resided in the Hazleton area for all of her life. Carmella was a member of Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church and worked in the family business of Angela Park for most of her adult life.

Carmella's greatest joy in life was spending time with her family, in particular her beloved children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was well renowned for her excellent cooking and baking skills which her family enjoyed at countless Sunday dinners and holiday gatherings. She also loved to travel which she did extensively with her late husband, Joseph Barletta, and other members of her family. Shopping outings and visiting casinos were also activities enjoyed by Carmella. Her kind and generous spirit along with her sense of humor and infectious laugh will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

In addition to her parents, Carmella was proceeded in death by her husband of 35 years, Joseph A. Barletta, Hazleton; sister, Rosebud Mucci; brothers, Rocco and Anthony Sharp, both of Hazleton; and several brothers and sisters-in-law.

She is survived by her sister, Betty Latella Hazle Twp.; daughters, Angeline Black and husband, Arnold, Hazleton; Florine Alba and husband, Salvatore, Drums; son, Anthony Barletta and his wife, Vanessa, Drums; grandchildren, Nicole Latoff and husband, Michael; Tara Masias and husband, Michael; Jessica Winters and husband, Carmen; Josef Black; Michael Alba; Ross Barletta and wife, Beth; Rico Barletta and wife, Kristen; great-grandchildren, Michael Latoff, Christopher Latoff, Melia Masias, Anthony Masias, Bella Masias, Jack Winters, Charlie Winters, Cecelia Barletta, Leo Barletta, Benjamin Barletta and Piper Barletta; and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in Holy Rosary Church, 240 S. Poplar St., Hazleton. Friends and family may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Fierro Funeral Home, 26 W. 2nd St., Hazleton.

In leu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the following organization: Hazleton Area School District Unified Club, 1451 West 23rd St., Hazle Twp., PA 18202.