Roseann Yatwin, 63, of Akron, formerly of Philadelphia passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA she was the daughter of Pauline (Graziosi) Ferrara and the late Robert Ferrara, Sr. She was the wife of the late Ronald Yatwin.

She worked in the dietary department at Misericordia Hospital for over 40 years. She and Ron met at work.

Roseann was very outgoing and friendly. She and Ron loved to travel and watch all sporting events together. They had a very loving marriage. Roseann was loved by her family and friends.

She was a member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Ephrata and had a strong religious faith. Roseann prayed often and looked forward to attending Holy Mass each week.

Roseann is survived by her beloved family members, her mother, Pauline Ferrara; sister, Donna and Donna's companion Jeff; brother, Robert, Jr; nephew, Joseph, and a host of extended loving family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11AM on Friday, January 12, 2024 at St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Ephrata. Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM at the church on Friday. Memorial luncheon will be in St. James Hall to follow burial. For those not attending burial, luncheon hall will be available directly after Mass. In lieu of flowers, a mass offered in Roseann's name would be appreciated. Donations can also be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.