Maria "Ita" (Lebron) Esquilin, age 91 of Vineland, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 25, 2022.

She was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, and aunt. Maria was a strong, loving woman and will be remembered as the cornerstone of the family. Maria enjoyed family gatherings, gardening, shopping and cooking.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years; Julio E.; brother, Nino; son, Aurelio V.; son, Luis V. (Gigni); daughter, Maria P. (Ivan); 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and friends.
She is preceded by son, Berto; brother, Maximo, and sister, Amparo.

The family would like to express sincere gratitude to all of the medical staff. Maria will forever live in our hearts.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 30th at 10:00 am at the Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, 1024 E. Landis Ave. Vineland. Interment will follow in Siloam Cemetery. Family and friends may gather for the viewing on Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm at the funeral home, and on Saturday morning from 9:00-10:00 am, prior to the service.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.wbfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are in the care of Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, Vineland.