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Diane Pizzarella Obituary
WORCESTER - Diane Marie Pizzarella, 75, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 17, 2021 after a brief battle with cancer. Diane was born on November 6, 1945 in Worcester, Massachusetts. She is predeceased by her loving parents Lydia and William Rawson.
Diane leaves behind her loving husband of 60 years, Angelo F. Pizzarella. She also leaves her loving children: Angela Marando and her husband David of South Grafton, Steven Pizzarella and his wife Kimberly of West Boylston, Christine Walsh and her husband Timothy of Shrewsbury, and Michael Pizzarella of Millbury. Diane's loving grandchildren include: David Hemingway who predeceased her in 2015, Matthew Marando, Anthony Marando, Patrick Walsh, Christopher Walsh, Steven Pizzarella, Katarina Pizzarella, and TJ Walsh.
Diane lived a full life as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She loved her husband, children, and adored each of the grandchildren. Diane was known for her big personality and endless sense of humor. She would light up the room wherever she went. Memories of Diane include family get-togethers, birthday celebrations, Sunday dinners, graduations, and holidays. She was part of a devoted circle of friends who were known for their weekly card games that went on for decades. Diane enjoyed shopping, cooking, and watching sports games with her beloved husband, Angelo. Diane's biggest joy came from being a grandmother. From going to school functions, attending sports games, and endless texting and calling on the phone, Diane filled her life being involved in the lives of her grandchildren. They will forever miss their "Mimi".
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM with the funeral services to begin at 11:00 AM at the Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester, Massachusetts. Burial will follow at Saint John's Cemetery in Worcester, Massachusetts. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.
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Lisa Mastrototaro
September 7, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alfred & Lynne Fraser
July 24, 2021
Angelo, You and your entire family have our deepest sympathy. A life long wife & friend will have an enormous impact that can never be replaced. May she rest in peace as she watches over all of you.
Maryann Perry
July 21, 2021
Christine and family so sorry for the loss of your mom. You are in our thoughts.
Maryann & Tony Perry
Angelo Kitsilis
July 21, 2021
I am deeply saddened and heartbroken to hear about the loss of your wonderful mom, Diane. To my life long friends, the Pizzarella family, Angelo, Angela, Steven, Christine, Michael and extended family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Your mom was always very kind and gracious to me every time I was over. My parents and I send our love and deepest sympathies. God Bless.
Angelo, Thomas & Helen Kitsilis
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Edward Lemay
July 21, 2021
To Angelo and family, It has been many years since I have seen you. (Colony Farms). Deepest Sympathy to all . Eddie Lemay
Walter Lodi
July 21, 2021
Angelo, My Sincere Sympathy to you and to all of Diane's family and friends on her passing.
She and I go way back to the days of Speedy's Drive-In.
She was always upbeat and fun to be with.
I'm sure her memory will live on by all the lives she touched. REST IN PEACE DIANE.
John Picheirri
July 21, 2021
Angelo, with deepest sympathy in your families loss, Diane was a wonderful friend and we all will miss her dearly.
John and Mary Pichierri
Peter Kitsilis
July 21, 2021
To Mr Pizzarella, Steven, Kim, Mike, and Angela and the entire Pizzarella family,
I was greatly saddened to hear of the passing of the matriarch of your family.
Mrs. Pizzarella was the most cool of all moms. She guided us yet let us be free to explore, to learn and to grow into responsible and positive adults.
I will miss her ever present smile and upbeat demeanor, her style and class.
May her memory be eternal.
Andrea Palomarez (Pizzarella)
July 20, 2021
I will always cherish the lifetime of memories. The laughs, the goofy faces and all of the love. Auntie you will be missed so much. There's not enough wonderful things I can say about you Auntie. I will love you forever.
Nha Tran, Diane´s Neighboor
July 20, 2021
Diane was a loving and very kind neighbor. She always let me park my car over her house when I have guests come over my house. She worried when she didn´t see my car park at my house for a few days. She came over and asked to make sure my family were OK. I will never forget her kindness and miss her dearly.
Mary Russell
July 20, 2021
To all of Diane´s family. May not remember me, but I remember you all. I am Mickey Carter´s cousin and when I was younger I got to know Diane pretty well. And I have great memories of laughter, fun and love of Diane. I enjoyed a lot of interesting and happy times with her and my cousin Joyce and Dottie(God rest her soul too) "back in the day". She was a great beautiful person who I always thought so much of. I am so sorry for your loss of her and may God bless you during this time and after
Maria Alexandrov
July 20, 2021
I am so sorry to the Pizzarella family .
Sending my sincere condolences to you all ..
Diane was a big part of my life growing up as I would see her every week (playing cards at my moms )..(Mary Martz)
Sending you all prayers and lots of love..
Maria Alexandrov
Ronnie Law
July 20, 2021
Angelo, it's been a long time. My sincere sympathy for your loss.
Roger Trahan (Grafton)
July 20, 2021
Haven't seen you since high school, Christine but I do read the obituaries and this jumped out at me. Sorry you lost your mom. What an incredibly awesome and fun mom you had and that your kids had as their grandmother. Peace and God Bless!
Don and Pauline Fleury
July 20, 2021
Mike and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Suzanne and Jeff Rapp
July 19, 2021
Jeff and I are thinking about all of you during this difficult time. Hold on the the precious memories and take comfort she is no longer feeling pain or fear. Will be sending prayers your way for strength and comfort. Jeff and Suzanne, and family
Mark Thibeault
July 19, 2021
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I only knew Diane from us playing cards together at foxwoods. She was always pleasant and friendly. Ps she knew what she was doing on the poker table!
Bobby & Gina Zollo
July 19, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe and Ev Jenkins
July 19, 2021
Dear Christine and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.
Debbie Hanlan
July 19, 2021
Angelo and family ~ I am so sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cathy Simone
July 19, 2021
To the Pizzarella Family Diane was the sweetest person I have meet a wonderful lady may she Rest In Peace and May you all be blessed prayers are with you all. Cathy Simone
Lisa Levins
July 19, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Diane's passing. She was a wonderful woman. My prayers are with your family...
Reggie and Patty
July 19, 2021
Angelo Christine and Family so sorry to here of the passing of Diane she was a wonderful lady. May God bless and give strength to you and your wonderful family through these tough times. You are in our prayers. Reggie.and Patty LeBlanc
Lenny andRose Busha
July 18, 2021
Christine & Family. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this very sad time. With Deepest Sympathy. Lenny & Rose Busha
Freddie Potenti
July 18, 2021
My sincere sympathies to the Pizzarella and extended families on the loss of Diane. Peace and loving memories to those she leaves behind.
Annmarie Quinlivan
July 18, 2021
To Angelo, Christine, Tim and Family,
So very sorry about this very sad news.
We will forever miss “Mimi” as
she was always loved by your boys’ friends and parents. She
was vivacious and made your day, even if it was just running into her at Wegmans. She filled our hearts with joy and made us all feel special. We were blessed to know her and have her in our lives.
We pray that your family will have peace and strength in the days ahead. May you always hold close to your hearts all the precious memories Mimi filled your lives with. She will be so so missed as she touched many lives.
I remember how she made the Little League season so much fun.
I enjoyed watching the games with her and chewing gum!
I just loved her style and energy.
Thinking of all of you and praying for you,
Love, Annmarie
Sal & Carol Degon
July 18, 2021
Christine, so very sorry to hear this news about your Mom. Carol and I will keep Diane in our thoughts and prayers.
Joseph and Linda Pizzarella and family
July 18, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. she was loved.
Timothy Stewart
July 18, 2021
Mike and Christine so verry sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Carl @ Larry gentile
July 18, 2021
Angelo so sorry for your loss!! Prayers for you and your family she was a wonderful wife!! May she R.I.P!!
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