Rita Levicke

Rita Levicke, 74, of Mehoopany passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 at home. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, John Levicke.

Born on September 17, 1950 in Philadelphia, she is the daughter of the late Albert and Catherine (DiAscro) Mauriello.

She was a 1968 graduate of Saint Hubert's High School in Philadelphia. Her professional journey led her to work for Lexus of Chester Springs for many years.

After her retirement, she made Mehoopany her home, enjoying the peacefulness of her surroundings. In 2021, she relocated to Florida with her husband.

Rita cherished her time spent cooking and entertaining those she loved. Her culinary skills were matched only by her love for reading, particularly the gripping novels of James Patterson.

Rita's proudest accomplishment was her deep commitment to her family, treasuring every moment spent together.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by son, John Levicke and wife Raelle; daughters, Jennifer Crissman and husband Dan, Kathryn Calais and husband Garrett; grandchildren, Ryden and Leiana Levicke, Jessica, Rebecca, Ellie Crissman, Matty Khoso, Gaven Calais.

She is preceded in death by brother, Albert Mauriello.

Family and friends are invited to attend Rita's Mass of Christian Burial which will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM from the Maternity B.V.M. Church, 9220 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19115.

A visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of Mass on Thursday.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Rita's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Arrangements and care entrusted to Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, PA 18657.