in late April worked as a senior fitness instructor for Penn State University, was an active member at her local church and volunteered her “master gardener services” at the Lebanon VA Medical Center, according toShe was struck by a vehicle around 7:37 a.m. on April 30, not far from a neighboring housing development where she lived.Pakola is remembered for her bubbly personality she carried with her every day.
She is survived by her husband Richard and five children — Richard Pakola Jr., Stephen Pakola, Jennifer Pakola, Rebecca Thurman and James Pakola — her sister Charmagne and nine grandchildren. Police located the driver and vehicle involved in the hit-and-run crash later on April 30, but it is unclear whether any charges have been filed.If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.