Photo courtesy of Rossi Funeral Home - Scotch Plains
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Marie Piro, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, mother-in-law, and grandmother, passed away with her loving family at her side on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, to Gerald and Anna Moore, Marie's warmth and generosity touched all who knew her. For 26 years, she served as a secretary at the International Longshoremen Association, where she was not only integral to the operations but also formed many enduring friendships.
She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved traveling and spending time by the pool at their house in Pompano Beach , Florida.
A devout Catholic, Marie's faith was a cornerstone of her life. She attended Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in Staten Island, her home for 55 years, where she was a beacon of kindness and community spirit.
Marie's legacy of love and laughter lives on through her husband of 54 years, Salvatore, their children, Salvatore and Annmarie, her cherished in-laws Doreen Piro and John Dawidoicz, and her adored grandchildren Antoinetta, Marie, John III, Patricia, Salvatore, and Dominick.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Marie's life at Rossi Funeral Home 1937 Westfield Avenue Scotch Plains, NJ on Sunday, February 11, 2024, from 1pm-4pm and 7pm to 9pm. A Funeral Mass will Celebrated on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 10:00 am at St. Bartholomew the Apostle Church 2032 Westfield Avenue Scotch Plains, NJ. Entombment will take place following Mass at Resurrection Cemetery in Staten Island.
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JR Fletcher
June 05, 2024 | New York, NY | Acquaintance
Annmarie & Sal and Mr. Piro: I am so sorry to hear about Marie. I grew up in your house and your mother was always fun and nice! The Maiorano family will be praying for you.
Kim Maiorano
February 17, 2024 | Other
Sal, please accept my deepest sympathy. Marie was a great woman and every time I went to the hall I always spoke with her and asked for you. I'll always remember her as a kindhearted woman; god bless you Sal.
GERARD JORDAN, ILA
February 12, 2024 | MIDLAND PARK, NJ | Coworker
RIP Marie. We had great times on the bus going to work every day. You were the best after 9-11 we lost touch. My sympathy to Annemarie. Sal and hubby. You always made us laugh. Miss you.
Carol Komskis
February 12, 2024 | Staten Island, NY | Friend
I didn't know Marie too well, but when I visited my friend Terry Perry, her next-door neighbor, she would say hello and we briefly spoke. She was a nice person. My deepest condolences and sympathy to Sal and his children.
Christina Selvaggio
February 11, 2024 | Staten Island, NY | Acquaintance
I've known Maria for a brief time, but I knew a lot about her from her endearing husband, my pasano, Salvatore. He loved his wife like a true gentleman would as a good husband. Salvatore and Maria made me feel like a part of a bigger family. It is unfortunate what has transpired, ultimately we are at the mercy of God, our lord, our creator and only God wills everything. Her life and her memories is not in vain. Her role as a loving wife, a mother, aunt, grandmother and a neighbor has been...
Salvatore Vassallo
February 11, 2024 | Staten Island, NY | Family
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Sal and family. Marie was one in a million and I was privileged to get to know her. May she rest in eternal peace forever Dr Deborah Cognata
Dr Deborah Cognata
February 11, 2024 | Other
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MR AND MRS NUNZIO PISANO
February 10, 2024 | Staten Island, NY
REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE MARIE REMENBERING ALLTHE GOOD TIMES
KAREN PISANO
February 10, 2024 | Friend
