Santa Barbera, age 80, of Philadelphia, PA passed away in her home on February 21, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

Born and raised in Messina, Sicily to the late Nicholas and Maria Brigandi. She moved to the United States in 1965. She was a talented seamstress and also worked for the Cloistered Nuns. She loved to crochet and to plant flowers. Most of all, Santa loved being with her family.  She dedicated her life to her two daughters, Tina and Maria and her grandson Andrew.

Santa is survived by her daughters, Tina Rohrer, and Maria (Robert) Thomas; grandson, Andrew Rohrer; siblings, Rosalia, Maria and Nicoletta, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends are invited to attend Santa's funeral service at 12:30 PM on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Kirk & Nice Suburban Chapel. Friends may gather from 11:30 AM until service time to share fond memories.

Santa will be laid to rest following service at Sunset Memorial Park.