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Julia Piga Obituary
Beacon - Julia Piga, a lifelong resident of Beacon, passed away at Wingate at Beacon on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. She was 84 years old.
The daughter of Angelina Gasaro and Joseph DeRobertis, she was born on April 17, 1928 in Beacon. She married Clarence Piga on April 17, 1949 in Beacon. Julia was a seamstress at Crescent Lingerie and Beacon Looms where she retired. Julia enjoyed going to flea markets with her daughters, reading books, doing crosswords and puzzles and working in the yard.
Julia is survived by her husband, Clarence; her three daughters, Susan Pennacchio and her husband, Frank, JoAnn Cable and her husband, Danny and Karen Piga; her three grandchildren, Patrick Pennacchio and his wife, Virginia, Daniel Cable, Jr. and Jessica and Jason Cable and Damaris; her four great grandchildren, Erin Pennacchio, Alyssa and Isabella Cable and Jason Cable, Jr.; four step great grandchildren, Tara, Kayla, Kelsey and Antonio; many nieces and nephews.
Julia was predeceased by her brother, Alex DeRobertis.
The family will receive their friends on Monday, November 5, 2012 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Halvey Funeral Home, Inc., 24 Willow Street, Beacon. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
Entombment will follow in the Fishkill Rural Community Mausoleum, 801 Route 9, Fishkill.
Memorial donations in memory of Julia may be made to the Animal Rescue Foundation, P.O. Box 1129, Beacon, New York 12508.
To send the family a personal condolence please visit www.halveyfh.com.
Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Peter T. and Patrick J. Halvey.
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Memories and Condolences
for Julia Piga
Joanne Stanton
October 28, 2022
I think of her often. She always had a smile for me. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor. I miss her.
Susan Pennacchio
October 29, 2020
My Mom was always nice to everyone. I miss her very much. We always laughed together when
we played cards or crossword puzzles. Wish I had done more with her. Love Susan
Joanne Stanton
October 28, 2020
She was beautiful, caring and kind. We miss her.
Joanne Stanton
October 27, 2019
We really miss both Julia and Clarence. Things are just not the same in the neighborhood since they have been gone. Our love to the family.
Susan Penncchio
October 27, 2019
We had a lot of laughs . Loved playing games, shopping, flea markets and the baseball games. Just being with her and seeing her smile was It was special moment. It's been 7 years and I miss her very much.
daniel cable jr
December 1, 2012
I miss u soooo much grandma nd I hope ur OK!!!! :( I luv u
November 25, 2012
This candle will be lit for all eternity. Love you forever
Mom
Susan
JoAnn
November 13, 2012
I miss you Ma. You will always be in my heart. I Love You.
Karen
November 10, 2012
I Love You Mom
Joanne/Bill Stanton/Way
November 8, 2012
To the Piga Family. We only found out about your Mom on 11/8. If we had known we would have paid our respects at the service. We loved Julia. She was an amazing woman and a wonderful neighbor. Our thoughts are with you. She will be greatly missed.
Susan Pennacchio
November 7, 2012
"MOM" I will always love you and miss you.
Brenda Pega
November 2, 2012
Uncle Clarence, Susan, Joann and Karen, Bubbie and I are so sorry to learn of Aunt Julia's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time and will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Please give Uncle Clarence hugs and kisses for us. Love to you all.
November 2, 2012
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you Sue, Frank and family. Linda and Dave
daniel cable jr
November 1, 2012
I luv u grandma
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