Theresa M. Nardone Pizzella, 83, of Exeter, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2020, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was the widow of Americo Domenic Pizzella, who passed away on June 10, 2012.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was a daughter of the late Carmen and Filomena Ucci Nardone. Prior to retirement, she was employed by C. Nardone & Sons Bakery, Wilkes-Barre. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston.

The family would like to thank the staff of Highland Manor Rehabilitation & Nursing Center for their compassionate care over the years.

Surviving is her loving and devoted sister, Dolores D'Elia and her husband, Anthony, Pittston; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by brothers, Lucas, Thomas and Atty. Vincent Nardone and sisters, Josephine Rotondaro and Eugenia Costantino.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Care and Concern Ministries of Saint John the Evangelist Parish Community, 35 William Street, Pittston, PA 18640.