Sean Pignatelli's grandfather, Fredrick, crossed the Atlantic from Italy to pursue the American Dream. After fighting for America in WWII, Fredrick, found his dream with the Carpenter's Union. He was able to provide a great lifestyle for his wife and 3 sons. Sean's father, Robert, followed in his father's footsteps and provided good childhoods to Sean and his 4 brothers. Like father, like son, Sean also became a member of the Carpenter's Union. Along with his union employment Sean also owns a small business.

Sean, a long term resident of South Jersey, grew up in the Palmyra and Cherry Hill area. He currently resides in Downe Township with his wife, Robin, currently a front line worker with Our Lady Of Lourdes in Camden, and his 3 sons, 2 of which attend Downe Township Elementary and 1 which attends Cumberland Regional High School.