Anna (Hathaway) Pillarella, 86, of Middletown, beloved wife of the late John F. Pillarella, Sr., passed away on Thursday May 9, 2024 at her daughters home. She was born in Hartford and grew up in Marlborough CT.

Anna is survived by her two daughters, Marie Gilbert and her husband Michael of Middletown and Cathy Viruet and her husband Mitchell of Virginia; and her two sons John Pillarella Jr and Steven Pillarella, both of Middletown; three granddaughters, Ashley, Corinne, and Shelbi Viruet and a grandson Tyler Gilbert; as well as two great-granddaughters Gem and Rini.

She worked at Liberty Bank and Russell Library. She was an avid reader and travel coordinator with AARP 3394 and was also an active member of the Middletown Senior Center.

It just wasn't Christmas without her homemade Ravioli and raisin bread.

A graveside service will be held on Monday May 13th at 11:00 am at St. Sebastian Cemetery, Middlefield. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to The Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown, CT 06457.   To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.