Theresa A. Pellegrino

Theresa A. Pellegrino, 82, Altoona, went to be with her Lord and Savior early Sunday morning. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Louis and Anna (Mian) Bidoli. She was twice married, first to George E. Ritchey, Sr. on December 10, 1949 who preceded her in death on October 28, 2001 after 52 years of marriage, she later married Frank Pellegrino who preceded her in death on April 6, 2009. Theresa is survived by four children: George Ritchey, Jr and wife Deborah K. of Altoona, Sandra Charles-Park of Altoona, Nina Ramsey and husband Eric of Altoona, and Georgiana Condon, who was raised in the home, of Altoona; ten grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; a brother: Joseph Bidoli of Altoona; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah A. Ritchey in 2004, two sisters, and seven brothers. Theresa was a graduate of Altoona Catholic High, a member of The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, and retired from the Altoona Hospital where she worked as a Nurses Aid. Theresa enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Friday, March 27 at 11 AM at Calvary Cemetery, Altoona, 16602 with Rev. Msgr. Robert Mazur officiating. Inurnment at Calvary Cemetery.