Lolita Perez

In Loving Memory of Lolita Ann Perez

July 24, 1932 - May 8, 2025

We mourn the passing of Lolita Ann Perez, 92, of Bethlehem, who departed this life on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Lolita will be deeply missed-for the warmth that radiated from her presence, the laughter she so effortlessly sparked, and the love she wove into every part of her life. She had a beautiful way of bringing people together, often around a table filled with meals she cooked not just with care, but with heart. Through her food, she shared family traditions, offered comfort, and showed love in its most nourishing form. Her generosity, her light, and her deep care for others will live on in the hearts of all who had the joy of knowing her.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, on July 24, 1932, Lolita was the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Gennaro) Ramous. She was the beloved wife of the late Hilton Perez, who preceded her in death on September 28, 2002.

A hardworking and independent woman, Lolita spent 25 years self-employed in the garment industry. She later became the proud owner and operator of Milford Dairy Bar and Milford Laundromat/Dry Cleaners in Milford, PA. Later in her life she moved to Bethlehem Township, PA. She was a former member of St. Anne Roman Catholic Church, a participant in Silver Sneakers of Bethlehem Township, and actively involved at the Bethlehem Township and Forks Township Senior Centers.

Lolita is survived by her children: Barbara Perez and husband Raymond Fialo, Penny Perez McFadden and husband Kerry, Darlene Marrero and husband Jose, Hilton Perez, Jr. and wife Rosemary. She also leaves behind seven cherished grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her sons, Nelson and Gregory, and her brothers, Arthur and Thomas Edward.

Services: Family and friends are invited to attend visitation on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at St. Anne Roman Catholic Church, 450 East Washington Avenue, Bethlehem. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will take place at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Condolences may be made online at www.connellfuneral.com

Contributions: In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in her name to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, www.komen.org