DelPianoKathleen “Kathy” DelPiano (Joyce), 56, of Clifton Heights passed away Monday, April 23rd, 2018, surrounded by those she loved. Born August 11th to Gloria T. Alimonti and John J. Joyce. Kathy spent her childhood in Oak Valley, New Jersey, before moving to Colwyn, Pennsylvania. She graduated in 1980 from Darby-Colwyn High school. After high school, Kathy obtained a certificate of Apprenticeship under the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard for Sheet Metal Mechanic. This only lasted a few years until she combined two of her great joys: People and Food. Kathy spent 23 years in the restaurant industry. In 2000, Kathy was awarded “Waitress of the Year”, from Main Line Times. She is quoted as saying “Why, if I couldn’t sit down with my customers, or, give them a little hug, I just wouldn’t be me”. Not only did Kathy’s customers receive the royal treatment, Kathy had a way of taking care of everyone she encountered. Whether teaching all the bus kids how to drive, making a pot of gravy and meatballs for anyone and everyone (literally), or providing a laugh with her colorful stories and conversation, Kathy was the ultimate care giver. Above all, her greatest achievements were being a Mom, Wife and Grand-mommy. She filled our home with stories, laughter, celebrations and most importantly, Love. Kathy had a zest for life that was contagious and she made sure those around her always had a seat at the table.Kathy is survived by her husband, of 28 years, Louis DelPiano. She is the mother of Gina Marie Joyce (Robert Maiden) and Louis Dante DelPiano. Kathy has two grandchildren, Margaux Joyce Maiden and Sebastian James Pecora from her niece, Elizabeth Pecora (Shawn). Kathy has three siblings: Michael Joyce (Sue), John Joyce (Suzi) and the late Patricia DeJesse (Rob). She has three additional nieces and nephews: Gabriel, Luke & Evan Joyce. She will be greatly missed by her in-laws, Frank & Anne, along with the extended DelPiano family. In addition to her relatives, Kathy is survived by her treasured friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing on Monday, April 30, 6:30-8:30 PM at the Danjolell Memorial Home of Broomall, 2911 West Chester Pike, Broomall, PA 19008. Relatives and friends are also invited to her Viewing again, on Tuesday, May 1 at St. Anastasia Church, 3301 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073, 10-10:45 AM followed by her Funeral Mass at 11 AM. Interment private.We would also like to include a link to a fundraising site:https://www.youcaring.com/louisdelpiano-1174867Arrangements by Ed Barone, Danjolell-Barone Memorial Home, Wallingford, PA