FELTON - Giovanni Antonio 'Tony' Pizzadili, 75, of Felton, passed away Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, in Williamsburg, Va., with his wife at his side, after celebrating their 28th wedding anniversary. Tony was born in Pattada, on the Island of Sardinia, Italy, on July 29, 1935. He was the son of Sabina Porcu Pizzadili and Salvatore Pizzadili both of Pattada, Italy. The family immigrated to America in May of 1956. After immigrating, Tony worked for his uncle at Pizzadili Delicatessen. He was drafted into the United States Army in 1957 were he served for two years and spent an 18 month tour in Korea. Tony also served 10 years in the Army Reserves. From 1959 to 1968, Tony worked for the State of Delaware Department of Highway. In addition to working full time, he continued to work at Pizzadili and attended Wesley College to get an Associates of Arts Degree. Ultimately, Tony achieved a Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics from Delaware State College in June 1969. Tony and his brother Pete became the sole proprietors of Pizzadili Delicatessen that same year. Along with several other businesses, Tony and Pete had two stands at the Delaware State Fair and celebrated their 50th anniversary this past year. In one of his most proudest moments, Tony and Pete opened the first Winery in Kent County, the second in the state of Delaware. Tony was an avid reader. He loved history and books. He was very proud of this country to have served it and to have lived the American Dream. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a loyal brother. He served the public for 54 years. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen V. Pizzadili of 28 years; two daughters, Antonia Maria Pizzadili, and Giovanna Adriana Pizzadili of Felton; his dearest brother and best friend, Pete and his wife Jean Pizzadili of Felton; two nieces, Wendy Pizzadili and Angela Pizzadili Felton; a sister, Maria Antonia Cambarau and her husband Alfredo Cambarau of Italy; a nephew, Salvatore Cambarau; one niece, Paola Cambarau; and a great-nephew, Nicola Cambarau, all of Italy. Family and friends can pay their respects at Holy Cross Church between 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. in the church and burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Dover. The family suggest donations be given to Delaware Disabled Veterans and Delaware Veterans Hospital in Milford, Delaware. Letters of condolence may be sent to traderfh@aol.com or www.delmarvaobits.com.