Divina M. Lugaro, 98, of Reading, PA passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 9, 2016. She was the widow of the late Raul F. Lugaro who died in 1984. Born in Penuelas, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Eugenio Valedon and Rosa Flores Rivera.
Divina was a former resident, for many years, of Christiana, PA where she raised her family. While in Christiana she was a faithful member of the Latta Memorial Presbyterian Church. She later lived in the Lancaster area and attended the Reformed Presbyterian Church in Ephrata.
Divina was an accomplished seamstress by trade. She demonstrated her talents by duplicating designer clothing for models and doing copies of Civil War costumes. One of her customers, Mrs. Octavia Lamb, commented, "There is only one Divina which in Hebrew means dear friend." Her wedding dresses were made to order and many hours were spent sharing fun times discussing wedding plans.
She was loved by all and will be sadly missed by everyone.
She is survived by four children; Maria Diodato-Lugaro of Reading with whom she resided, Myrna Simmers of Coatesville, William Lugaro of Lancaster and Natalie Stoltzfus of Lancaster,10 grandchildren and many great and great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two children; Miriam Pleger and Anthony Lugaro and one sister Cecilia Acosta.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11am from the Latta Memorial Presbyterian Church, 23 Green St, Christiana, PA followed by interment at the Sadsbury F.B.G. Viewing at the church from 10am to the time of the service.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg, PA.
Condolences
Dear Lugaro family: I was
Dear Lugaro family: I was very sorry to hear of your mother, grandmother passing. Please know you are in my prayers
A wonderful lady
Just had to think this very much will happen to all of us unless the lord Jesus comes first Mrs lugaro a. Friend of many and a dear soul that lived to 98 hope many come to her going home service and may the family find peace in knowing that she has made it and has heavens best with Jesus
Dear Lugaro Family and
Dear Lugaro Family and Friends, our deepest sympathy to you. May THE LORD comfort each of you. Mrs. Lugaro truly was a great seamstress! One of my memories is the beautiful school dresses she made for me when I was a little girl. Mary Lapp
Submitted by Frances Rupert, and Ben and Mary(Rupert) Lapp
So sorry for your loss
Dear Family,
How sad I am to hear you lost your mother - I remember our childhood chatting in your Christiana home, your mother sewing my clothes and Dad's workpants, how she always came to watch our silly childhood plays that Myrna directed in my grandparents back yard......you are so lucky to have had her so long!
Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family for so many years - I treasure the memories.
Love and Healing prayers to you all
Lynn Steele
My deepest sympathy
What a great lady! Heaven gained another angel with her passing. I will always remember your warm hospitality and welcoming smile when I would come with Charlene to visit you in Christiana. May you rest in peace after a long and fruitful life. My deepest sympathies to all your family.
A prayer for Divina
Descanse en paz.Nuestras condolencias y oraciones con la familia.
Divina You will be missed... Love you always....
Divina, I have very fond memories of playing in your yard And going into great great granmoms Room And seeing your Work. Hearing your stories of the love of your life Raúl... May You rest in peace....love your great niece Sheri
Sincere Sympathy
Dear Lugaro Family - It is with a sad heart that we send these condolences to you. I really enjoyed Divina when she lived here in Christiana. Many of our family members took clothing to her for alterations. I know you all will miss her greatly. May the Lord be with all of you during this sad time.
To the Lugaro family
I will always remember how gracious and sweet your Mother was. And her wonderful sense of humor. She was a blessing to all who knew her.
To the family of Divina
To the family of Divina Lugaro, we have fond memories of a wonderful person. My mom and your mom enjoyed sewing together along with other women back in the day. I personally have great memories of your mom. She always had a smile on her face and was so friendly to others. We pray that the memories of your mom will give you some peace. God Bless
Sorry to hear about your
Sorry to hear about your mother, she was a lovely lady.