Francesco Di Pietro Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Francesco Di Pietro of Deptford, NJ, formerly of South Philadelphia, PA, passed away Feb. 12, 2021 at the age of 79 years. Born in Paternopoli, Avellino, Italy on February 16, 1941. Francesco came to America in 1966 to start his career in the land of opportunity. He went back to Italy in 1967, married his beloved wife, the late Elena (nee Zoena). Together they hoped for a better life, and to raise a family. Both of them proudly earned their U.S. citizenship, and while she raised their children, he worked as a talented tailor for Pincus Brothers Maxwell in Philadelphia for many years. He was a huge soccer fan, he enjoyed watching televised games from Italy (viva Napoli), and was especially proud of his grandchildren who all enjoyed playing the game. He was a true Philadelphia sports fan, especially rooting for the Flyers. He is survived by; his loving children, Frank Di Pietro (Eleni) of Deptford, NJ and Maria Sangemino (Michael) of Newark, DE; and his cherished grandchildren, Francesco Di Pietro, Nicholas Di Pietro, Dominic Di Pietro, and Elena Sangemino. In order to protect the health of family and friends, burial at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA, will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the American Lung Association at www.lung.org/donate . Condolences may be shared at www.earlefuneralhome.com * * * * * * * *

Francesco Di Pietro

February 16, 1941 - February 12, 2021