It is with great sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Christine ‘Tina’ (Zammarelli) Pinto on February 9, 2025, at the age of 78. She was the former wife of Richard DiRuzzo, the late David Fiorio and the late Charles Pinto.
Tina was born on July 15, 1946, to the late Louis and Elizabeth (Muraco) Zammarelli and was the cherished niece of the late Helen Muraco.
She is survived by her devoted daughter, Gina DiRuzzo and her 3 treasured granddaughters, Gelan, Nori and Leann Mourad. She was the beloved sister of Thomas (Sylvia) Zammarelli and the late Nicholas (Diane) Zammarelli.
Tina is also survived by her stepchildren Charlie Pinto and Angela McKiernan; many dear cousins, nieces, and nephews – including Cynthia, Thomas (Mary Ann) and the late Sally Zammarelli; and her lifelong friend and beloved sister-in-law, Carolyn Bertsch.
As a young woman, Tina worked selflessly in the family’s restaurants including Tommy's Place, touching all she passed in a unique memorable way. She is remembered for her effortless way of gathering and entertaining a house full of family and friends for summer parties and holiday festivities. Later in life she found the most joy in dedicating her time, resources, and her whole heart to her daughter and grandchildren.
A private burial will be held late June at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.