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Mary Jane Kitt, 97, Altoona, passed away Sunday surrounded by her loving family at her home. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Antonio "Anthony" and Alessandina (Prata) Zangrilli.
She married Bernard E. Kitt. He preceded her in death in 1959.
Mary Jane is survived by a daughter, Bonnie (Kitt) Schorner (Matt Rancourt); a son, Bernard E. Kitt Jr. and wife, MJ Coon-Kitt; a sister, Anna Mae (Zangrilli) Hepner; a brother, Andrew Zangrilli; a son-in-law, Jack White; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara (Kitt) White; a sister, Lucy (Zangrilli) Burns; and five brothers: Ralph, John, Henry, James and Joseph Zangrilli.
Mary Jane retired from the jewelry department at J.C. Penney Co. after 28 years of service.
She enjoyed bowling and dancing.
Mary Jane was a member of the Gold Nuggets, Horseshoe Seniors and the American Legion Auxiliary.
She was also a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church.
Friends will be received from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Santella Funeral Home, where a vigil for the deceased will be held.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at noon on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Interment at Calvary Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.santellafuneralhome.com.