Paula Bonavolonta

Paula Bonavolonta, a lifelong resident of South Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at age 87. The youngest of six siblings, Paula was a simple and kind woman who appreciated life's little pleasures and treasured her family above all else. She was the Dearest Companion of Thomas DeBenedetto; Loving Sister of the late Ralph, Millie, Grace, Angie, and Norma “Terri”; Dear Aunt of Dennis, Donna, Debbie, and Lori. She is also survived by great nieces and great nephews and the loving DeBenedetto and Ficarra families. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing and funeral on MONDAY, June 8th from 9:30am to 10:30am at St. Richard’s Church, 3010 S. 18th Street, Philadelphia. Funeral Mass begins at 10:30am. Interment at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield.