February 24, 1938- February 18, 2023
Grace M. Cammarata Ford, 84, of Levittown, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023 while at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born and raised in North Trenton, NJ, and graduated from Cathedral High School, she has resided in the Yardley/Morrisville, PA area since 1968. In their retirement, Grace and her husband “Hutch” spent more than 20 years between PA, and a residence in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.
She was employed by the State of NJ and retired after 30 years of service, and in her spare time she was involved with the PTA at St. James School. Grace loved life and she lived it to the fullest, and she always knew how to have a good time. But most of all, she adored her family, especially her grandchildren, and cherished the time she spent with them, including summer vacations at the beach. Grace was always very active and loved to host dinner parties, and holiday dinners for family and friends.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all who were blessed to have known her.
Predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Jean (Ianni) Cammarata, her sister, Angela A. Mastropaolo and her great grandson, Benjamin: she is survived by her devoted husband of 65 years, Walter “Hutch” Ford; daughter, Robin Ford and partner, Charles Anderson; sons, Jeff (Christine) Ford, and David (Donna) Ford; brother-in-law, Michael Mastopaolo; sister-in-law Joan Toth, and brother-in-law Robert Ford and wife Maryann; grandchildren, Nichole (Christopher), Heather, David, Samantha, Danielle, Leah and Kyle; great grandchildren, Brooklynne, James, David, Bella, Aiden, Kiersten, Marilyn, and Kennedy; as well as many nieces, nephews other relatives and dear friends.
Visitation for family and friends will be held Thursday February 23, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Buklad-Merlino Yardville Memorial Home, 30 Yardville-Allentown Road in Yardville.
Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 9:30 a.m., at St. Francis Cabrini, 325 South Oxford Valley Road, Fairless Hills, PA 19030.
Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
There will be no services at the funeral home Friday morning prior to mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131
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my deepest sympathy to her family. I had so many good times with her and Walt..her love for her family was endless. may grace Rest In Peace...wishing uncle Walt strength .
Hutch, Robin and Family
Grace was a great Lady, even in her silence she was Regal. We will miss her smile, her grace, her singing and our Pizza get togethers. She will be missed and always remembered in the wonderful memories we shared over the years. She is out of the wheelchair and dancing with the Angels. Praying for you all and Hutch, we are always here for you.
Lou the Shoe and Diana
I remember the 1st time meeting you & Grace at La Casa Di Lucia & all the times we were together there including my engagement party. She was beautiful inside & out! She truly shined & stood out from the croud with her smile. She will absolutely be missed! The family is in my thoughts & prayers! Love Dawn & Joe Garner
We lovingly called her the queen and we were her court as she ruled all parties at all. times for many many years.
She was very beautiful and loving to all our friends and family and will be missed greatly, but never forgotten that she will live in our hearts forever as long as we live. Sending our heartfelt sympathy to Hutch her loving husband and children!
Medical problems will prevent my wife and I from attending services, but will be there in full- threaded spirit and loving memories!
Bob Esquire her faithful friend and Lady Grace Whitehead-Subranni
I knew Gracie & Hutch from the beach. She was such a beautiful lady. Everyone loved her & Hutch. They brought smiles to everyone’s face whenever they were around. I know her family & friends will miss her. Praying for you, Hutch, and the family. Sending much love! Faye Terry Banta