Albert Peter Nardiello
Albert Peter Nardiello, Jr., 77, of Crystal Beach, Texas passed peacefully on Thursday, August 8, 2024. He was born March 21,1947, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Survivors include his loving wife, Pattie Nardiello; sons, Jeff Nardiello; Terry Nardiello and wife, Janie; and Chris Nardiello and wife, Ashley; grandchildren, Cameron, Hunter, Braden, Jace, Annabelle, Riki, Keenan, McKenna, Oliver, and Finn; and sisters, Susan Dovovan and husband, Terry; Marie Tyner and husband, Kevin; and Phyllis Noone and husband, Randy.
Al was an extraordinarily hard worker starting his career at Turners Dairy in Penn Hills, Pennsylvania at the age of 10. After graduating Penn Hills High School, he attended Edinboro University where he was an active member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, played saxophone, and lettered on the wrestling team. On December 30, 1967, Al married the love of his life, Pattie. Upon college graduation, Al supported his family thru the years as a milk delivery man, school teacher, and truck driver amongst other varied jobs to ensure his family was cared for often holding multiple jobs simultaneously. He retired from United Parcel Service in 2007 after 25 years of service.
During his spare time and into retirement “Big Al” as he was affectionately known to his friends, enjoyed playing bocce on the beach, sharing Italian food with his family and cruising with his wife, Pattie and their friends. His laughter and jovial attitude would bring a room to life addressing everyone as Yinz specifically while watching Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguin games. Al’s grandchildren were especially important to him traveling across Texas and to Las Vegas, Nevada to witness firsthand their important activities and share smiles, hugs and many stories. The grandkids all loved Pop Pop’s early morning breakfasts and persistent offerings of chocolate milk.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert & Philomena Nardiello and daughter-in-law, Megan Nardiello.
Al was loved immensely and will be missed by his family and friends.
His cremation arrangements will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie. Plans for a celebration of life will be shared in the near future.
Al was a good friend. He never met a stranger but found friends everywhere he went. He had a warm smile and great laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. We will always remember and love him. Rest in Peace, Al.
I was 13 years younger than Albert but I remember his visits with my dad. Two good men taken too soon. It is comforting to know they are now catching up. I remember many Christmas Eves spent with Aunt Sis and Uncle Abie and all the grandchildren. Such wonderful memories. Praying for all of you xo
I will always remember Albert Nardiello.
He was my mentor and friend for many years
And helped me through some tough times
He was always very generous and kind to me and treated me as his brother
I remember going to Cleveland with him in his big 18 wheeler…. And on the way home asked me if I wanted to drive…. I did and I was horrible at it, couldn’t shift properly, scared to go any faster…traffic backed up cars and trucks blowing horns. I had to pull over and we sat there giggling like two kids…. Al got us home safe but we laughed the whole way.
He taught me many things but most importantly, how to be a good father, for he loved his family more than anything, as is evident with the family that Albert and Pattie created.
All of the good that Albert has done, he taught to his children and they will teach to their children as well… and the traditions will continue in his name
I will always remember Albert P Nardiello
Ps… to this day pattie made the best beef stew I ever had
Uncle Al was just a fun guy to be around. His laugh was infectious. My kids loved playing cards with him when he visited. I loved that he maintained the remnant of a good Pittsburgh accent. 🖤💛
We were saddened to learn of Al’s passing. When we were about 10 years old he asked me to walk over to Turner’s and look at the cows. They were a barn and Al showed me how to pull on a test to squirt milk. We were having a great time until one of the cows kicked Al in the arm. The color drained from his face. An it took several minutes for the pain to go away. Al was always a pleasure to be around.
I spent many years at UPS with Al. He was an outstanding man and a great partner in the business. God bless you Al.
This is so unbelievably that we are here today 💔Reading Albert’s Obituary… so meaningful and Heartwarming …❤️🙏🏻
Al you have always been loved. Lynn and I always had a good time over the 57 years with you and Pattie. You are at home now but will never be forgotten
Love Karen and Lynn
Pattie
Sorry about Al but he is in a good place now
He will be miss by all his neighbors
Great Person
Take Care God be with u Praying for u and family
Carolyn Crawford
It is with heavy heart that I’m posting on this. I still can’t believe it. Pattie & Al have been together since forever! They literally grew up together. They’ve had many challenges but thankfully many more blessings. Moved away together but had their fantastic sons! They’ve achieved much and it shows in their grandkids. The love and pride they had for their family was so special. Rest easy Al-we knew him as “little Al”. Glad he got to be Big Al. Luv Susan
Albert was one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. He was so kind and generous to me. He always treated me with respect. I love him. He brought me down to Texas to see if I could live here and get a job was amazing. I will never forget all the generosity of the nardiolla family Patty and they were so kind of me and Sue and our kids and all the times we come down to visit I will miss Al is a great guy. I know he’s in heaven thank you, Lord!!!
Beautiful life story, he gave love always and lived life to the fullest. I couldn’t have had a better brother! He carried the Nardiello tradition and now you all will keep it going for many years to come