Charlotte M. Pioggia 1926 - 2013 LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ - Charlotte Marie Gloster Pioggia, 86, longtime resident of Springfield, MA, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2013, in Litchfield Park, AZ. Charlotte was born in Springfield on May 4, 1926 to Arthur and Jennette (Murray) Gloster. She attended Springfield schools and was later employed at the Diamond Match Co. and then at the Buxton Co. Charlotte was married to Carlo Pioggia, who predeceased her in Sept. 1989. She was the all Irish gal (many called her Blondie) and Carlo was the all Italian guy (so fireworks often flew!). During their marriage they resided first in Agawam and then for many years in the Hungry Hill section of Springfield where they raised their children, Joe and Mary. In later years they resided in Bradford, VT, and then moved to the warmer climate of Deerfield Beach, FL. Charlotte was one of those special souls who when people met her, they would soon love her. She was known for her delicious meatballs/sauce, homemade tortellinis and for her beautiful crocheted blankets and quilts which often marked the birth of another grandchild. One of her greatest joys, in later years, was going to the casino and playing the "slots". And it became family legend how Lady Luck always seemed to follow her. Besides her parents and husband, Charlotte was predeceased by her two brothers, Arthur and Robert Gloster. She leaves behind her two beloved children, Joe Pioggia and wife Belinda of Longmeadow, MA; and Mary Pioggia of Litchfield Park AZ, under whose loving care Charlotte spent the last 6 years of her life. "Gram" Charlotte will be missed by her devoted grandchildren, Joey Pioggia (Jenn) of Brooklyn, NY, Gina Pioggia (Adam) of Springfield, MA, Tessa Richardson of Phoenix, AZ, Seth Richardson (Nique) also of Phoenix, Nick Pioggia (Laura) of Brookline, MA, Alex Pioggia of Longmeadow, MA, Morgan and Sam Spencer of Wilbraham, MA. She also leaves her great-grandchildren, Aidan, Raina, and Simone. She will be forever missed by Judy and Terry Spencer of Wilbraham, MA, Joe Barkett of Edgartown, MA, and nieces, nephews, and friends. A memorial service for Charlotte will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, please make a donation in Charlotte's name to a
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Published in The Republican from Apr. 26 to Apr. 27, 2013