Lillian M. "Ludge" Villanova (nee Pryzwara), age 93, of Gloucester City, NJ, departed this earth with her family by her side on January 6, 2024.  She was life-long resident of Gloucester Heights.

Lillian worked as a bookkeeper for Reliable Autobody in Camden, NJ and most recently at Comet Tool & Die in Pitman before retiring.  A devoted mother and grandmother, Lillian loved to bake and cook for her family.  She enjoyed entertaining and could find any reason to have a party.  Lillian treasured her time spent down the shore with her family, especially at her shore house in Stone Harbor.

Beloved wife of the late Emilio John Villanova.  Devoted mother of Denise Burger (David Forand) and Diane Rennles (Gary).  Loving grandmother of Christopher Rennles (Harli) and Matthew Rennles (Samantha).  Loving great-grandmother of Cory, Cameron, Jaxon, Sawyer, and one on the way.  Dear sister of Dorothy MacLennan (the late John).  Lillian was predeceased by her siblings Joseph Pryzwara (Patricia), Adolph Pryzwara (Cecil), Jessie Grynkiewicz (Al), Edward Pryzwara (Helen), and her son-in-law Richard Burger.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Thursday, January 11th from 9:00 – 10:30 AM at the Farnelli Funeral Home, 504 N. Main Street, Williamstown.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Church/Our Lady of Peace Parish, S. Main Street & Carroll Ave., Williamstown.  Burial will follow in St. Josephs Cemetery, Chews Landing.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church, 426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030.