Obituary of Anna J. Baratta

Anna J. Baratta, 91, of Media, PA, passed away peacefully at home December 30, 2012.Loving sister and aunt, Anna was born on January 4, 1921 in Wilkes-Barre, PA to parents Basilio and Angiolina (nee Mastrogiovanni) Baratta who immigrated to this country from Naples, Italy. Anna was the seventh born of ten children. Anna attended the Grand Army of the Republic High School in Wilkes-Barre, PA. After high school, Anna moved to Eddystone, PA and worked for Woolworth Department Store in Chester, PA, as a Sales Associate for 37 years retiring in 1988. Anna settled in Media, PA to live with her sister, Loretta, in 1997. Anna was a kind hearted and patient person. She was a devout Catholic and active in her church. She enjoyed the simple things in life and took great pride in her family and her belief in God. Anna was predeceased by her siblings Patrick, Anthony, John, Mary, Louise Primatic, Joseph, Carl and June Gill. SURVIVORS Sister: Loretta Orndorff of Media, PA Also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews who dearly cared for her. Anna's family would like to express sincere thanks to the many care givers from Home Helpers and Hospice Compassus who made it possible for Anna to remain at home during her illness. Memorial Contributions may be given in memory of Anna Baratta to the Church of Nativity B.V.M., 30 E. Franklin Street, Media, PA 19063