Iraida Vilá Zengotita, 73, of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024.

Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on February 18, 1951, Iraida was a daughter of the late Robert Vilá and Iris Zengotita.  She was a graduate of the Espiritu Santo high school, attended college and worked several jobs in the travel industry,  beginning as an airline stewardess then lastly as a tour guide for a cruise line.

Iraida lived in the Tamaqua high rise for 17 years prior to moving to Pottsville.  She enjoyed playing bingo and Pokeno, and loved being a grandmother.

Surviving is her daughter, Michelle, wife of Mike Putulavage of Brockton, and two grandchildren, Crystal and Brandon, along with two great grandchildren, Malcom and Ivan.

She is also survived by her siblings, Carmen Martinez, Robert Vilá, William Beltran, Robert Enrique Vilá and Jose Luiz Vilá.  An extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive,

A celebration of life service honoring Iraida will be held at a future date in Puerto Rico, where she will be laid to rest.

The Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, Pottsville, is assisting Iraida's family during this time of need.  You may leave an online condolence at www.schlitzerallenpugh.com