Mary Ann Church
Mary Ann Pellegrino Church, 63, of Warren, PA., passed into eternal rest and peace on Wednesday afternoon, September 6, 2017 at her residence. She was born July 27, 1954 in Kane, PA., to Angela Zucco Pellegrino of Warren, PA., and the late Anthony J. Pellegrino, Sr. She was a longtime Warren area resident. Mary Ann was a 1972 graduate of Warren Area High School and earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Management from Robert Morris University in 1976. She was employed for 34 years with Osram Sylvania as a division purchasing manager, a job she thoroughly loved. She then devoted herself to working along side of her father, in the family’s business, Pellegrino Foods where she worked from the age of 5, she was involved in multifaceted jobs within the business. Mary Ann was a communicant at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, and had a strong rooted faith in God, that guided her life. She will always be remembered by her family, friends and coworkers as a kind, caring, generous and loving soul who always looked for the best in others. All who knew her were amazed by her positive outlook on life and her generous spirit. She was a strong influence on so many people, always encouraging them and helping in any way she could. Mary Ann will be greatly missed by those who had the good fortune of knowing her. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was always thrilled to host family gatherings where she could do what she loved to do the most – cook for everyone.
Mary Ann always described her life as absolutely wonderful.
In addition to her mother, she is survived and greatly missed by her husband of 22 years, David R. Church whom she married April 29, 1995 in Warren, PA. Together they shared a wonderful life with many memorable trips throughout North America and Europe. She enjoyed life and all its many blessings. She leaves behind 3 loving stepchildren – Jennifer Church Ford and husband, Chris of Cornelius, N.C., Ryan Church and wife, Chelsea of Denver, CO., Dan Church and wife, Tracy of Gunnison, CO., 4 Siblings – Angie Clopp and husband, Tom, Anthony Pellegrino, Jr. and wife, Anita, Tom Pellegrino and wife, Sally all of Warren, PA., Rose Willis and husband, Mike of Carlisle, PA., 1 Aunt – Angie Pellegrino of Warren, PA., 6 Grandchildren – Ryder, Kodi, Leila, Ainsley, Austin and Brynn, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a cat she completely adored – Abbey. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her father, whom she loved and adored, along with numerous aunts and uncles, all of whom she considered part of the “greatest generation.” She was a true American patriot and proud of her Italian heritage. Throughout her life she displayed grace in every situation, real compassion for others and a “heart of gold.” Those who knew her agree that she is truly irreplaceable. The family publicly thanks for the years of continuous care and support, Mary Ann received from Roswell Cancer Institute and also for the care, support and compassion received at the end of her life, through Hospice of Warren County.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Sunday, September 10, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. where a vigil service will be conducted at 3:45 P.M.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell St., Warren, PA., on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. with Fr. James Gutting, Pastor, officiating, assisted by Deacon Joseph Lucia. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to submit email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.