Filomena Derro, 73, of Ambler

Filomena Derro, 73, of Ambler, PA died on May 22, 2012 at her home. She was the beloved wife of Domenico Derro for 49 years.

She was born in Jacurso, Italy on April 13, 1939 to the late Pietro and Maria Angela (Dattilo) Derro. Filomena worked for Polyphase Instrument Company in Ft. Washington, PA as an Assembler for 30 years.

She was a member of St. Joseph Church in Ambler, PA. Filomena enjoyed cooking, gardening, and going to her mountain house with her husband. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.

Along with her husband Domenico, she is survived by her 3 children Elisa Christmas (Dave), John D. Derro, Peter D. Derro (Pamela), her 2 grandchildren Gianna and Peter Derro, her brother Vincenzo Derro (Maria) and sister Maria Derro, and many nieces and nephews.

She was pre-deceased by her 2 sisters Caterina Derro and Nicolina Mazza and brother-in-law Franco Mazza.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Church, 16 S. Spring Garden St., Ambler, PA. The viewing will be from 9:00-10:00 AM at the Church.

Entombment will be in George Washington Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Filomena's name can be made to American Cancer Society, 480 Norristown Rd., Suite 150, Blue Bell, PA 19422.