MaryAnn R. (Riffon) Camilleri

MaryAnn R. Camilleri, 72, of Kline Twp., passed away Saturday evening, surrounded by her loving family, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. 

Born in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late Metro and Mary (McGasko) Riffon.

MaryAnn was a graduate of Hazleton High School, class of 1969, and a member of Church of All Saints, McAdoo.

Prior to retiring, she was employed in the area garment industry for many years, and last employed at Altadis, of McAdoo.

MaryAnne enjoyed gardening and caring for her beloved dogs, Buddy and Bridget. 

Preceding her in death were her husband of 42 years, Frank “Copa” Camilleri (2012); brother Ronald Riffon; and her beloved aunt Clara Sockolosky.

Surviving are her daughter Kimberly Ann McHugh and husband Carl, of McAdoo; grandchildren Kaity McHugh and partner Dominic Moyer, and Carl McHugh, Jr., both of Philadelphia; sister Dorothy Fudge, of Lancaster; brother Mickey Riffon and wife Michelle, of Hometown; sister Kathy Dever and husband Bill of Tresckow; and nieces and nephews also survive.

Her funeral will be held Friday. Rev. Msgr. William Baker will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial in Church of All Saints, McAdoo, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, McAdoo.

A calling hour will be held Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the church.

Memorial donations can be made to Hillside SPCA at www.hillsidespca.com.

The Damiano Funeral Home Inc., McAdoo, is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Condolences may be entered, and information is available at www.damianofhinc.com. 

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