Theodora Ainora

Born in Paterson, she grew up in Little Falls and resided in Hackensack for most of her life before settling in the Fairways Community of Lakewood 17 years ago.

She was the daughter of Vincent Pirillo and Annunziata "Nancy" Crocco.

Prior to retiring in 1987, she worked for Sears.

Teddy was an accomplished ballroom dancer and was a member of the Ballroom Dancing Club in Toms River with her late husband, Carmine.

She loved walking and going to the fitness center in the Fairways. She was a loving wife and mother and will be truly missed.

Surviving are her children: Catherine and Thomas; a sister, Margie; her nephews: Richard and Robert; and her great niece and nephew: Robert and Emily.

A memorial gathering will be held on April 15th at the family's home in the afternoon. Cremation will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, 3300 NJ-66, Neptune, NJ 07753.

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