Maria Anton, a resident of Hazleton, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 29th 2019 at age of 85.

Maria is survived by her children, Maria Ardelean, Angela Big, Dorel Anton, Nick Anton Sr. and Ioan Anton; her grandchildren, Veronica Stancea, Rod Ardelean, George Ardelean, Nick Anton Jr., Alina Big, Cristian Big, Antoanela Boc, Nicolae Tantas, Roxana Nagy, Codrut Anton, Ionut Anton, Florin Anton and Alin Anton; and her 14 great grandchildren.

Maria was born in Romania on December 8th, 1934 and lived through the harsh conditions of the World War II era as a child.  She moved to United States in 1987, where she helped raise her family.  She had a huge heart and her biggest joy in life was to be surrounded by kids, which is why her nickname to everyone that knew her was "Mama".  She will forever be missed, but never forgotten and always in our hearts, for all the great things, and all the joy in life she brought to those who knew her.

A viewing is scheduled between 5PM and 7PM on Sunday, June 2nd at Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, 117 West Main Street, Fleetwood, PA 19522.  The funeral service will take place on Monday, June 3rd at 11AM at St. Paul's Union Cemetery, 381 Park Rd, Fleetwood, PA.  Flowers, donations and condolences can be sent to 310 W Main Street, Fleetwood, PA 19522.