Lois M. Somodi (nee Levant) of Little Egg Harbor passed away peacefully at age 84 on October 2, 2025.

Born on February 26,1941, the first born of William and Stephanie Levant, Lois was the “rock” of her family.

Always there to listen and lend a hand to those in need. Her journey through this life was filled with love

of family and friends. In her later years, she was met with many physical challenges and illnesses of which

she never once complained. She met every challenge with a brave heart and faith. Whenever she was

faced with a challenge, she would remind her family of the “Footprints” saying, knowing that Jesus was

there carrying her through trying times. Lois was always more concerned about others well-being than her

own, the matriarch of the family, always there with an ear to listen and a helping hand to anyone in need.

Lois was raised in Maplewood, NJ, and then eventually settled in Newark, NJ, where she attended East

Side High. This is where she befriended Sally Somodi, who had an older brother Frank. Lois knew at first

sight that he was the “one”. They dated and were married on September 10, 1961. They lived in Newark

and raised their family. Lois worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for many years, balancing life roles

during the 1960’s - 2000’s. Lois loved all of the holidays, Easter, July 4th, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and

especially Christmas, making them special for her children and grandchildren. Lois and Frank would spend

many Christmas Eve’s staying up all night, putting up the tree, decorating the house, and wrapping gifts for

their three children who woke up on Christmas morning to a home that was changed overnight to a

Christmas wonderland! This was truly amazing as all of this was done AFTER midnight mass! Tradition

was very important to Lois, especially the traditions of culinary delight! Homemade pierogies for Christmas

Eve, and Sauerbraten with spaetzle for Christmas Day dinner. All handed down recipes from her parents

and grandparents. Lois loved baking for her family as well, preparing delicious pies, cakes, Christmas

cookies, and breads. She also was the official birthday cake maker, making all of her children's and

grandchildren's birthday cakes to order, in whatever theme they wanted!

Lois always made sure her children were involved in many activities, from playing Ice Hockey (the original

hockey mom), baseball, music and art lessons, and supporting their dreams and aspirations.This continued

on with her grandchildren, supporting all of their interests with great enthusiasim. Lois had a way of making

all feel welcomed in her home. She loved to have company stop in for a visit! Everyone loved to visit Lois

and Frank and commented how warm, cozy, and welcomed they made everyone feel. Especially their 4

grandchildren. Christopher, Tyler, Nicolle, and Nicholas. Each had a very special relationship with grandma,

she made sure of that! They could talk with grandma about anything, because grandma took an interest in

all they did. She also loved to tell them about her life, family/holiday traditions that they all now cherish and

will most certainly pass along. This is what life is about, she reminded us; To pass along the stories of the

past, the traditions and values, to remember who you are and what you stand for and to pass along to

future generations. This is the currency of our lives, which Lois has unconditionally shown to all of her

family and friends. Her legacy of faith, family, traditions, and love are instilled in our everyday lives and will

be carried on for generations to come.

Lois is predeceased by her husband Frank (February 5, 2025) whom she is now reunited with in

eternity. She is survived by her Daughter and son-in-law; Stephanie and Robert Barone, her son and

daughter-in-law; Frank Jr. and Christine Somodi; her son and daughter-in-law; Gary and Annette

Somodi. She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren; Christopher, Tyler, Nicholas, and Nicolle. Her

Brother and sister-in-law; William and Juanita Levant Jr.; Her sister Mary Zirpoli; Her brother-in-law and

sister-in-law; Al and Delores Somodi; and her Sister-in-law; Carol Ann Dewolf. Along with many cousins

and friends near and far.

Memorial services for Lois Somodi will be held at St.Theresa Roman Catholic Church in Little Egg Harbor,

N.J. at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025