Obituaries
Blanche T. Spinelli, 87
Blanche T. Spinelli, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at the Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Pottsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Josephine (Bloski) Walchak. Blanche was the loving wife of Paul J. Spinelli with whom she celebrated 65 years of marriage.
Prior to marriage, Blanche worked in the office at Sears, Pottsville, PA. She was a member of the Embroidery Guild and worked for St. John Neumann Church Craft Bazaar for 45 years. Blanche enjoyed traveling, cross stitching, reading, crossword puzzles and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to her husband, Paul, are 3 daughters: Diane DeRemer, Kathy Speicher, wife of Dan, and Paula Spinelli; 2 grandchildren: Eric DeRemer and Megan Transue, wife of Matt; 2 great-grandchildren: Lilly DeRemer and Logan Transue; a sister, Agnes Walchak; and close family friend, Betty DiPonzio.
Blanche was predeceased by 2 brothers: Leo and John Walchak.
The family would like to extend great gratitude to Dr. Alan Davis, Dr. Burlingame, Dr. Slovak and the Staff at Lancaster General Hospital for their care of Blanche.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 East Delp Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 with Rev. Tony Drouncheck, her nephew, as Celebrant. Family and friends will be received from 10-11 AM at the church. Interment will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association (Lancaster Chapter), 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100
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Dear Paula and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. She is now with the Angels and watching over all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
With love,
Bonnie Park
Paula. Our heart felt sympathy to you and your family. Sorry we weren’t able to be by your side for support. You are always their for our family. God’s mercy shined on your Mom to not suffer very long. We are praying that happy memories of Mom will lift your heavy hearts.
Sincerely,
Debbie & Joe DiPonzio
To Paula and your family! I send my deepest sympathy and truly understand the impact loosing a loved one! You are a closely knit family and will need to continue that relationship to get through the coming days, weeks! If there is anything I can do to help you through these times, don’t hesitate to ask! Thinking of you and yours! With Love,
Linda LaGorio
I always enjoyed seeing Blanche and her daughters come in to shop for Cross-stitch items. Blanche always had a smile on her face. She was so proud of her daughters and the joy they shared together looking for patterns to share and stitch. I am sure you have lots of treasures that Blanche made, to share among you. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always in your hearts. Sincerely,
Pat Young, stitches721@gmail.com ( Stitches Unlimited)
Paul,
Our condolences to you and your family.
Suzi and Terry Hicks
Winchester, Va
