Obituaries
Mary A. Romanic, 95, of Whitehall, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023, at DevonHouse Senior Living in Allentown. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael D. Romanic for 38 years before his passing in 1987. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Jospeh and Mary (Forkolitz) Gigler.
Mary was a 1945 graduate of Central Catholic High School and went on to work as a sewing machine operator at the former Bru-Mar in Allentown for over 20 years. Mary enjoyed spending time as a preschool teacher’s aide at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic school for 12 years before her retirement in 2000. A woman of strong faith, she was a faithful member of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in Allentown where she was a member the St. Francis of Senior Citizens Club. She was also a member of the BVM Young at Heart Club in Northampton. Mary loved playing bingo and especially enjoyed bowling. Above all, Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Mary will be lovingly remembered by her children, Patricia A., wife of Dr. Kerry D. Miller of Macungie, Susan M., wife of James E. Steiner of Allentown, Michael J. Romanic of Trexlertown, Paul S. Romanic and wife Judy of Coopersburg, Dr. Anne Romanic Arnold, wife of Dr. William Arnold of Jenkintown, and son-in-law Jack A. Griffin of Northampton. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by daughter, Mary Margaret Griffin.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at St. Francis of Assisi R.C.C., 1046 W Cedar St, Allentown, PA 18102. A viewing will be held in the church from 9-10 AM. Burial will follow services at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fullerton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mary’s memory to the Sanctuary Memorial Fund of St. Francis of Assisi Church at the above address. Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc., is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brubakerfuneralhome.com.
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Previous Events
Visitation
22
Jun
1046 W. Cedar Street
Allentown, PA 18102
Service
22
Jun
1046 W. Cedar Street
Allentown, PA 18102
Cemetery Details
Location
201 fulerton ave
whitehall, pa 18052