Antonina 'Nina' Cigna, 95, of Brooklyn, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital.  Born in Siculiana, Agrigento, Italy; she moved to the US just after World War 2. Nina was very proud that she and her family came to the US as Naturalized Citizens, since her Dad had fought in World War I for the USA.

After several years in the US, she vacationed in Italy and was introduced by her future brother-in-law to her husband of 57 years, Joseph Cigna.  After living in Milan, Italy for a few years as newlyweds, the devoted couple settled in Brooklyn, NY and built a beautiful life together.  In their retirement years, the couple enjoyed extensive travel and watching their grandchildren grow.

Devoted to her Catholic faith, she was a member of St. Bernard's Parish in Brooklyn.  Nina enjoyed a wonderful prayer life, always thanking God and praying for her family and future generations.  She loved blowing kisses. She will hold a very special place in the hearts of her family, friends and all those who were recipients of her kisses, prayers, good wishes, and love.

Nina was a talented seamstress, great cook and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Daughter of the late Charles and Rosalia DiSalvo; she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Cigna.  Antonina is survived by her two sons, Sal and his wife, Roseann, of Massapequa, NY, and Charles "Rich" Cigna of Robbinsville and her 6 grandchildren, Joseph Charles, Alex, Christa, Julius, Marcus, and Joseph Paul.

Services will be private under the direction of Peppler Funeral Home, Allentown with an entombment in St. John's Cemetery in Middle Village, NY.  Due to Covid -19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The Good Neighbors Fund Allentown Presbyterian Church. https://allentownpresbyterian.org/give/ This will help folks with utilities' bills, rent, etc, which is a great blessing, especially during these trying times. In comments field, please designate "Good Neighbor Fund", in memory of Nina Cigna.