Clara Sollecito

Clara Sollecito, 99, of North Bellmore, NY; Brunswick, ME; and West Chester, PA passed away peacefully on September 26th, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Brooklyn NY, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. 

A woman of extraordinary faith, strength and warmth, Clara created a home filled with love and gatherings with family and friends. Her kindness, wisdom, and generous spirit touched everyone who knew her.

She was known for her welcoming home, her delicious cooking, her generous heart, and her ability to make everyone feel loved.

We are grateful for the remarkable life she lived and for the countless memories she gave us. Her legacy will continue in every family recipe prepared, every holiday celebrated, and every gathering where her loved ones come together.

She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Peter Sollecito and her son, Thomas Sollecito; daughter-in-law Carolyn (Bohner) Sollecito and grandchildren, Elizabeth Claire Sollecito (husband Warren) Zorzopian, Peter Robert Sollecito, and Katharine Mary Sollecito (fiancé Benjamin Koshinski.) She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Nicholas Sollecito.

Her family extends sincere gratitude to all her caregivers for their compassionate diligence and kindness.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saints Simon and Jude Parish of West Chester, PA.

Though her beautiful life has come to an end, her love, traditions, and memory will live on in all who were blessed to know her.

May she rest in peace, reunited with those she loved and held forever in the hearts of those who remain.

Arrangements by DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc., West Chester, PA 610-696-1181, www.DellaFH.com

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