Gino Padula Service Information

Gino Padula, Sr., of Philadelphia, PA passed away peacefully on November 1, 2020 in his home. He was 87 years old. Before passing, he lovingly reassured his family: “I had a good life and can die with a smile on my face”. Gino was born in Chiauci, Italy and bravely journeyed to America in 1951, at age 18 and alone, intent to pursue a better life. And a better life he created, for himself and his family. Gino always had an entrepreneurial spirit and worked as a tailor, hair stylist, pizza shop owner, before finally pursuing his love for pattern making. He also served his country in the Army. He eventually married, raised two children, and paved the way for his brothers to come to America. Without a doubt he achieved the American Dream. He enjoyed red wine, homemade Soppressata, and family dinners, which often included lectures about the importance of education and saving money. Later in life, he enjoyed spending time at the shore. Gino will be greatly missed by his loving and devoted wife, of 62 years, Jessie (Scicchitano), his daughter Mary and husband, Allen Hite, his son Gino Jr. and wife, Janet (Ott). Gino loved his role as Grandpop to Nicholas, Ginamarie, Anthony, Jessica, and Sophia. His death is preceded by his brother Elio, and is survived by his brothers, Antonio (late wife Nina), Silvio and wife Adele, brother in law Michael Scicchitano and wife Donna and his many nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Family and friends are invited to gather Saturday, November 7, 2020 Maternity BVM Church, 9220 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19115. Viewing at 9 am. Funeral Mass at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 333 W County Line Rd, Feasterville PA 19053. Keeping with CDC guidelines, social distancing and masks are required indoors and outdoors. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Gino’s memory to the Dysphagia Research Society or Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. https://www.dysphagiaresearch.org/donations/donate.asp?id=9104 https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/ways-to-give/donate-now

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