Born February 3, 1918 in Easton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Luciano Squarcia and Chiara Spaziani Squarcia. She was also predeceased by her husband of 42 years, the late George B. Gazzana, who passed in 1980
After attending Easton High School she worked for 44 years in the textile industry as a seamstress and was employed at Easton Dress, Shapiro’s, Delight Form, and D.G. Sportswear and was a member of the ILGWU, Local 234. Nancy was a member of St. Anthony’s Sodality in Easton and was a member of St. Philip & St. James Catholic Church in Phillipsburg.
Nancy dedicated her life to her family. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking homemade meals for her family, reading, and the occasional visit to the casino.
Survivors are her children: C. Thomas Gazzana and wife Patricia (Kushnerick), George L. Gazzana and wife Charlotte (Macaluso), and Kathleen C. Fatta, who cared for her mother in her final years, and husband Samuel. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by brothers Joseph, Angelo, John, and Tony, and sister Nancy DeBona.
Funeral services and interment will be private. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Philip & St. James Catholic Church, 430 South Main Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865.