GINESIA REALE

Ginesia Reale, died Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the age of 89.
Beloved wife of the late Mario Reale, loving mother of Bruno, (Marie) and Roberto (Sue Ann), cherished grandmother of Vincent (Allison), Elizabeth, and Cristina (Gretchen).
Ginesia Reale lived a beautiful and fulfilling life surrounded by family and friends. She was born on August 24, 1933 in a small town in Italy called Villa Santa Maria. Although the youngest of 4 siblings, she was the most adventurous. In 1952 she married the love of her life Mario and set sail to America in hope of a promising future. Together they had two wonderful sons, Bruno and Roberto, and they were raised in Elmhurst, New York.
Ginesia started her job as a seamstress in 1970 and worked for various shops in Manhattan.
She made beautiful clothes for Barra Italy and Escada. On April 27, 1980, she experienced the profound loss of her husband and has missed him dearly every day since.
Throughout her life she gained two daughter in laws and became “Nonna” to three loving grandchildren. She loved entertaining, keeping a tidy house, sharing stories about Italy, and cooking for her family especially on holidays. Her famous dishes include lasagna, potato croquettes, and fried zucchini. She will be deeply missed and may her legacy live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Adalbert’s Church on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 10
Interment followed at St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, NY
under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue Maspeth, NY 11378
www.papaverofuneralhome.com