Lucia A. Realo, 78, of Lower Mac-ungie Township, died at home, Jan. 14, 2015, after a three year battle with cancer. She was the wife of Michael P. Realo with whom she recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Fermina (Christofaro) Gagliardi.

She was of the Catholic faith and a former 51-year member of St. Paul's R.C. Church, Allentown, where she volunteered in various fundraising and social activities. She was also a member of the Cursillo Community since 1971. Recently, she joined St. Thomas More R.C. Church, Allentown.

She loved growing plants, flowers, decorating her home and reading. She especially enjoyed her European travels and spending time with lifelong friends.

She is survived by her husband; children, Michael A., of Accokeek, Md., Camille A. West, of Moorestown, N.J.; three grandchildren, Isabel Kasten, of Virginia, Ian and Christopher Jackson West; brother-in-law Jeffery, of Henderson, Nev.; son-in-law Robert West. She was predeceased by two sons, Perry and Christopher.

Memorial Masses and other contributions may be made to the Allentown Dioceses Catholic Charities.

Arrangements were made by the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Inc. Allentown.