Lucia

D'Ambrosio

On March 12, 2026 our beloved mother, Lucia D'Ambrosio (nee Palombini)  passed away peacefully with her two daughters and son-in-law by her side. Lucia was born on June 12, 1936 in San Bartolomeo in Galdo, Provincia di Benevento, Italy.    Lucia was the daughter of the late Guiseppe and Maria Palombini.   Lucia and her family came to this country in April of 1955 in search of a better life and called Union City, New Jersey their home.  In September of 1955, Lucia met the love of her life, Vincent Ernesto D'Ambrosio (2011) and they were married in February of 1958 and that union lasted for 53 years.

Lucia worked in the embroidery industry and was a retired member of Local 211 of the  Schiffli Embroidery Workers Fund.  After her retirement from the embroidery industry, Lucia spent 28 years working for the Fort Lee Police Department as a School Crossing Guard.  Lucia was a fabulous cook and baker and enjoyed Sunday dinners with her family.  She could make the most simplest ingredients into a gourmet meal with ease.  She was a faithful servant of God and her religion was a very important part of her life.  She loved playing the Atlantic City Slots and bingo as well as watching Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.

Lucia is survived by her two daughters, Rosemarie Appice and her husband, Lawrence and Donna Costello and her partner, Louis Hillen.  She is also survived by her sisters,  Onorina Ventura, of Florida and Dora Radice and her husband, Mauro of Italy.  Lucia is also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Lucia was pre-deceased by her husband, Vincent Ernesto D'Ambrosio and her brother, Cosimo Palombini.

Rest easy in Paradise mom.  Until we meet again, we will carry you in our hearts forever.