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Anthony Pigneri Obituary
Des Moines
Anthony (Tony) Joseph Pigneri passed away on May 2 from heart-related illness. Born June 10, 1929, Tony was a lifelong resident of Des Moines and St. Anthony Catholic Church. He and his wife, Rose C. Aiello, married in 1955 and raised their family in their south-side home.
Tony loved to build and his Contracting career in construction and carpentry spanned several decades. Years of volunteer efforts to St. Anthony's Parish, the Knights of Columbus and the Italian-American Heritage Society were also a passion. He is a member of the American Legion and an Air Force Veteran. He loved to garden.
Tony is survived by his wife, Rose, their six children and their spouses, Rocco (Ann) Pigneri, Anthony (Mary Beth) Pigneri, Tom Pigneri, Margaret (Tim) Carson, Steve (Molly) Pigneri and Frank (Kristina) Pigneri and sixteen grandchildren. Also surviving Tony are his brothers James (Rose) Pigneri, Paul Pigneri, and Charles (Nancy) Pigneri.
His wake is 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, May 6, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with a Rosary at 7 p.m. His Funeral Mass is 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 7, at St. Anthony Church. Internment at Glendale Cemetery follows the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, the Pigneri family requests donations to the St. Anthony Parish Foundation or Iowa Right to Life. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.ToniniFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Pigneri
Nichole Jennings
May 8, 2013
I just found out about your loss, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Pigneri's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you and help you in this difficult time.
B. John Burns
May 7, 2013
Rocky and Tony,
Got to know your dad when we bought our first house 24 years ago. He was in charge of handling the punch list. There were a lot of items on the punch list, so we got to see a lot of your Dad. He was a heck of a nice guy, just like you guys. I'm really sorry to hear of his passing.
May 7, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Pigneri family \o/(((HUGE HUGS))) Peace <3 Louise (DeFazio) Frantz
Patrick, Paula, Connor, & Maddie Allen
May 6, 2013
Nothing is going to make this better right now, but cherish those memories and keep them close to your heart. These memories will make your feel better in the coming months! Sending all of our love to you (Margo) and all of your family!
Roy and Brenda Fazio
May 6, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers goes out to your family.
Sally Ford
May 6, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sally Ford
May 6, 2013
Margo and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Frank & Patty Fazio and Family
May 6, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sally Schmidt
Lexington, KY
Mark Limke
May 6, 2013
Anthony, sorry to hear of your dad's passing. If not for a prior commitment, I would be there tonight to say so in person. I'm sure your family will miss him. My thoughts are with you.
May 6, 2013
Margo, we are sorry for your family's loss. Paul and Crystal Abbe
Rick and Jan Carson
May 5, 2013
We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. We will certainly miss Tony.
Charles & Roberta Falbo
May 5, 2013
Cousin Rosie & Family
We are sorry to hear about the loss of Tony. We pray that the Peace of Christ be with you at this time. God Bless all of you.
Cousin Charlie & Roberta Falbo
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