Margaret P. Maltese, 62, of Lansdale, PA, passed away on March 20, 2026 peacefully in her home.
Born on April 3, 1963 in Brooklyn, NY, Margaret was the beloved daughter of the late Tony and Josephine Maltese. Margaret was known for her kindness, humor, strength, and uncanny ability to make anyone she came in contact with feel like family. She loved nothing more than spending time with her family, and found great joy in carrying on her father’s legacy in running the family business, Nino’s Pizza.
She is survived by her three children, Gabriella Cerminara (Nicholas), Joseph Chapman (Sophia), and Angelina Chapman, her two grandchildren, Giovanna and Olivia, and her brother, Philip Maltese (Christina). She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven Ataman, and her brother, Salvatore Maltese.
Internment will be at St. John Neumann Cemetery, 3797 County Line Road, Chalfont.
Relatives and ufriends are invited to a visitation on Thursday, March 26, 2026 from 9:00 a.m-10:45 a.m. with Funeral Mass following at 11 am, all to be held at Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church, 1325 Upper State Rd, North Wales, PA 19454.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.
To all of Margaret’s Family…We just recently learned of Margaret’s passing and wanted to express our sincere condolences to her family. We were only customers at Nino’s, but she always remembered us and greeted us with a warm smile and a kind word. We will miss our conversations with her when we would come in for pizza or a cheesesteak. She will be missed, but she will be remembered, often and fondly, by every life she touched. Again, we are so very sorry for your family’s loss. May all your memories of her bring you all some comfort and peace as you navigate through this difficult time, and may she rest in peace. God Bless.
Wow The world lost a wonderful character in Margaret. A deeply warm and terrific woman. Our condolences to all! Gone but never forgotten by so many! This is one woman whom left her mark and made the world a better place!! I will always see her smiling!!
To the family of Margaret Maltese,
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom. She was a familiar and welcome presence on Williamson Court as part of our dog walking group. She always greeted me with a big smile, a warm “good morning,” and a genuine question about how I was doing. Around holidays or weekends, she never failed to wish me well if she thought we might not cross paths again.
Your mom’s care and warmth showed in her home, too. Every evening, she turned on her front light as the sun went down, and since her passing, seeing that light no longer on has been a quiet but painful reminder that she is no longer there. She loved flowers, and her home was always filled with them—each one carefully replaced as soon as it faded. At Christmas, she was always the first to put up her lights and decorate with a beautiful holiday planter.
These small but meaningful moments are what made her so special, and they are deeply missed. I will truly miss her and the comfort her presence brought to our street.
We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this difficult time.
Suzie & Matt Carey, parents of Duke
My condolences to the family and friends. I only knew her through following Nino’s on social media but I’m not going to lie, she made me smile, laugh, and now cry and definitely thru her videos and warmth made me feel like family. I wish I had a chance to travel there and meet her. May this kind lady RIP.
Shields Family
Margaret was a wonderful person who was concerned for her customers. My parents were customers of theirs with the opening of their original location. Our family remained (and will still remain) their customers because of how they treated us like family. When she learned my dad was really sick, she frequently checked in with me about him but also asking how my mom, my brother, and myself were doing. My dad passed in July 2023, but her concern for my mom continued. She made us feel like we were part of the Nino’s family. Margaret–I am sorry you have suffered through these health issues, but I am glad you are finally at peace and can now be reunited with your mom and dad. To the Nino’s family: My God’s arms embrace you through these difficult times. Much love to all.
To the Maltese family
My dearest condolences
Joseph A Cirafesi
Karen and Anne Zimmerman wish to tell you all how sorry we were to hear of this. Margaret made us family and we will always be honored to have been adopted by her. Fly high our friend until we meet again.
Anne and Karen
It feels like we had too little time, and now somehow now it’s too late. My heart is truly broken. Margaret deserved so many more years—to keep sharing the light, laughter, and sparkle she brought into this world so effortlessly.
To me, Margaret was a piece of New York I thought I’d lost, somehow found again here in Pennsylvania. From the moment I walked into Nino’s looking for comfort after long, exhausting days, she welcomed me like I belonged. We bonded over our love of KISS, the magic of the ’80s, and of course, great food. During the chaos of planning my wedding, when I felt overwhelmed, she always knew exactly what to say—“you got this!”—as she slid a pepperoni pizza across the counter and leaned in for one of her warm, unforgettable hugs.
My husband Rick knew Margaret and Phil from years ago, growing up in Lansdale, and it always felt like everyone did. They didn’t just run a restaurant—they built something lasting. They created a place where tradition, hard work, and heart came together. Nino’s wasn’t just about incredible Italian food made from scratch—the sauce, the dough, all those perfect little details—it was about family, community, and the feeling you got the moment you walked through the door.
Just recently, I told Rick I needed to call her—it had been too long. I held onto hope and prayed hard, knowing how strong she was and all she had already endured. Still, this loss feels unimaginable. The world was simply better with Margaret in it—from her strength and kindness to the little sayings she’d put on the sign outside that always made you smile.
Her laughter, her warmth, her one-of-a-kind spirit—those are the things that stay. That’s her legacy. And it will live on in everyone lucky enough to have known her.
Rest easy, dear Margaret. Cheers to you and the beautiful life you lived. If I could turn back time, you’d be right back in that New York groove.
God bless your beautiful family 💙
I was only a customer, but you were ALWAYS so beautiful, and always warm, welcoming, and pleasant when I walked in the beloved Nino’s pizzeria. It was always a pleasure to speak with you and your lovely parents and family and you remembered mine and asked about my sons, parents, and my own extended family every single time we crossed paths, a testament of your awesome character and the positivity that just emanated from you no matter what, even during your own trials and tribulations. My heart dropped upon learning you earned your wings, but I know you are with the good Lord and he will take care of you as you watch over your family and the shop from above. Peace be with you and your family and friends. You will be sorely missed, yet your spirit, and drive, will remain and still be felt everyday and every time we step foot in Ninos or cross paths with your beautiful family. Rest in peace angel. I am sending continuous love, and prayers to your children, grands, extended family, friends, and customers. You are forever loved. RIP sweet soul.
Margaret,
Even after everything, there’s still a warmth that lingers when I think of you—like the quiet glow left behind after a long, beautiful sunset. That’s what you are to me now… an afterglow. Soft, steady, and impossible to forget.
I still picture you at Nino’s, moving around with that quiet determination, always working hard, always showing up. There was something comforting about just stopping by, seeing you, exchanging a few words or even just a smile. Those small moments didn’t feel small at all—they built something real between us. That’s how we got close. Not all at once, but little by little, until one day you were just… important to me.
Now things are different. You’re not here the way you used to be, but somehow, you still are. In the memories, in the routines that feel a little emptier without you, and in the feeling that you left something good behind. That’s the afterglow—you didn’t just pass through my life, you stayed in it in a different way.
I miss you more than words can really explain. But I’m grateful too. Grateful for the friendship we built, for every “hello,” for every moment that brought us closer without us even realizing it.
You’ll always be a part of me, Margaret.
And no matter how much time passes, that glow you left behind… it’s never going to fade.
When I walked in Nino’s, I received a nice wave from her. She offered a special message everytime I came for lunch. She was so friendly. I am so sad of her passing, going to miss her on Friday’s. Sending prayers for her and the family. I will miss her!
While we only knew Margaret for a short time, she always made us feel welcomed. We were so lucky to have her as a neighbor and a friend. We are so sad about her passing but consider ourselves fortunate to have had the time we did! Our condolences to her family.
I’m so sorry to learn of the passing of Margaret. We often go to Ninos pizza. Margaret would be so kind to my dad who liked to eat in and watch the customers go and come. Dad was 92 and Margaret always recognized him. I hope your memories of this lovely kind lady bring you comfort.
Even though I didn’t know Margaret that well, she was very supportive after my husband passed away. She always let me know, she was praying and thinking of me, during tough days. A very kind and positive soul..Praying for the family.
Cathy Carey
I am so sorry for your loss- our family will miss her smiling face and her sass.She was a very nice lady and she will be missed 💙💙💙
My condolences to the entire family. I grew up with Margaret in raritan gardens, flemington NJ. We were best friends for many years. I will always remember how funny and genuine she was to everyone. Godspeed my friend I will miss you!
Patti Sawanowich
I am so lucky to have known Marge, she was truly one of a kind and had this way of making everyone feel seen, loved, and celebrated. She was genuinely everyone’s biggest fan and that kind of warmth leaves a lasting mark that never goes away.
Ang is one of my best friends and as we grew up I have been lucky to have so many special memories with Marge that I’ll cherish forever. I’ll never forget the night I came home from Florida… she was so excited asking about me while I was literally sitting right there. The moment she realized, her face just lit up with pure joy and she gave me the biggest hug. That was Marge for ya… so full of love, so present, and genuinely happy for the people she cared about.
What always stood out most was how she kept up with everyone’s lives (I’ll miss getting the 😮 or 😍 reactions on my instagram stories daily) and cheering people on, even while navigating her own challenges. That kind of selflessness and strength is rare, and it’s something I’ll always admire about her.
Holding everyone so close in my heart during this difficult time. She will be with you everywhere ❤️🩹🪽 I love you Ang!
Sending heartfelt condolences to her family and all who loved her. So sorry.
Margaret was a kind soul may she fly high with the Angels and rest in eternal peace. 🙏🏻💙
I knew Margaret since the 70’s when her father Nino open Nino pizza in North wales pa.
My condolences to her brother Phil, her children, Rich who I have known for a long time.
Margaret will be missed.
May the Lord bring you peace as you go through the hard times
She’s now at peace.
No more pain and suffering for Margaret.
God Bless all her family and friends.
Rebecca Banes Meyers and Family
I am so shocked. I was her nurse for a few days. I just asked about her last week and was told she was doing well. She was SOO strong and beautiful. I am so sorry for your loss.
Margaret, May you rest with the angels now.
God Bless You and Your Family!🙏
You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, The Rennard Family
One of the kindest souls I ever knew. Rest easy.
This breaks my heart for everyone that knew Margaret and her family.
She will forever be missed and always in our hearts.
Hugs and love for the entire family and community.
I’ve known Margaret’s family since they opened the original Pizza Shop because my Mom worked at The Lansdale Discount House nearby. Later in my life I had the pleasure of working with them in the 90’s and they always were like Family to me. I’m saddened by Margaret’s passing, she was so young for this to happen, but God always has a plan, it’s comforting to know that she is at peace, but I will truly miss her, as I am sure many feel the same. God Bless You Margaret, I will see you soon. May God Comfort Her Family & Friends 🙏❤️
Rest in peace Margaret. Fly high rip . You are missed my friend since high school. I love you girl. This is heartbroken for everyone. You are one of kind person funny and nice. You are fun to be with. 😭
We very sorry for you love one we we’ll be mess fusca Tony and family
She was a blessing to the poor
Sending deep condolences to the entire family. Margaret was a beautiful human being who will be greatly missed. It’s no doubt she was so proud of her children and grandchildren. Although she may not be here physically she will always be with her family, watching over you. Angela we are always here for you if ever you need anything at all.
Death casts a dark shadow that cannot linger long in the lovely light of a life well lived. Rest Easy Dear Margaret. Please accept our sincere condolences. Joe and Suzanne Kaye
She would be loved and missed by so many people and Im saddened to hear her passing. I remember living near Nino’s and walking in and her smile lit the room and was so easy to talk too, there would be days I would just walk into there just to say hi and we would talk a lot and joke and be serious! I’ll never forget her thank you for the lovely memories and I’ll cherish them forever! My heart goes out to her family and work friends 💗