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Joanne Dantonio Obituary
Mrs. Joanne Dantonio, 82, of Bear Creek Lake, passed away on Dec. 19, 2024, in the Lehigh Valley Hospital.
She was known for her infectious laugh and charitable heart.
When not kayaking around the lake, she could be found quilting, golfing, bowling, knitting and crocheting, reading, volunteering, rooting for 'Bama football and showing off her Senior Olympics medals.
Service: A memorial will be held on Saturday, Dec. 28, at Melber Funeral Home, Jim Thorpe, with visitation from 1-2 p.m., followed by a service at o'clock. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Dimmick Memorial Library, Jim Thorpe.
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Laura, Emily and Ruth McVey
January 7, 2025
A beautiful lady inside and out. We have such fond memories of Joanne (and Bob) at BCL/Pier 13!!
Our sincerest sympathy to the Dantonio family.
Rosemarie Barnes
December 29, 2024
Joanne was 1 of a kind person. She will be missed at BCL! Keep laugFhing Joanne !
Paul Martino
December 23, 2024
Very Sad news! Especially during the Christmas Holidays.
My heartfelt condolences go out to JoAnne's daughters and family,
She was an invaluable source of Information regarding the history of Bear Creek Lakes.
She kept me well stocked with Italian Waffle Like "Pizzerles" deerts.
Miss her humor and also her candor regarding happenings within our community.
May she rest in peace.
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