Joseph M. Pizano

Joseph M. Pizano, 80, formerly of Wyoming and West Pittston, passed away Thursday morning, June 17, 2021, in United Methodist Home, Wesley Village, Jenkins Township.

Born in Exeter, he was the son of the late Phil and Mary (Fanucci) Pizano. He was a graduate of Wyoming Memorial High School, Class of 1960.

Prior to his retirement, he was employed in real estate and insurance sales. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara's Parish, Exeter.

Preceding him in death are his wife Joanne Pizano, 2006, siblings Philip, Johnny, Mary, Louise, Josephine, Lena and Theresa.

Surviving are children, Theresa Marie Kane and her husband Eric, of Wrentham, Mass.; Joseph Pizano and his wife, Lindsay, of Kingston; Philip Pizano, of Dunmore; ex daughter-in-law; Jennifer Pizano and mother to granddaughters Loren and Julia Pizano; grandson Matthew Kane; many nieces and nephews.

Joseph was a devoted husband to Joanne. He stayed by her side for 20 years after she became ill with a disease that eventually forced her into a nursing home and took her from this world. Not one day went by where Joe was not with his wife. He was simply a saint and now they are reunited in Heaven.

Joe was also a very talented singer. He sang at many weddings, venues, festivals and events. Joe was blessed with vocal chords that were almost identical to Frank Sinatra. At the pinnacle of Joe's career, he was the opening act at the FM Kirby Center for Lou Rawls. He did three songs and received a standing ovation from a packed house. I believe Joe best enjoyed singing though when he would take his three children out to Karaoke and they all would take turns trying to outdo their father, although that never happened.

Joe was an amazing father, he was always there for his children even when dealing with their mother's illness. I can not remember ever asking my father for help and him not being there for us immediately.

He will be missed by so many who loved him.

A Blessing service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, June 24, in the Metcalfe Shaver Kopcza Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, with Pastor Michael E. Finn, celebrant.

Interment will be in St. Cecilia's Cemetery, Exeter. Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home.

In lieu of Flowers the family has asked for any monetary donations to help offset the cost of the funeral expenses.

For more information or to send condolences, please visit us at www.metcalfeshaver.com.