Anthony Pellegrino
Anthony J. Pellegrino, 87, of Warren, PA. died surrounded by his family at his residence, Friday morning, October 5, 2012. He was born June 19, 1925 in Sheffield, PA. to the late Anthony and Angela Papalia Pellegrino. He has resided in Warren since 1960 and was formerly from Kane, PA. He was a 1943 graduate of Sheffield High School. In September 1943, he volunteered for military service and was inducted in the U.S. Army where he served as part of the 5th Army, liberating Rome. He was moved from Rome to Nancy, France where he was transferred into the the 7th Army making an amphibious landing on August 15, 1944 in Southern France. His troop continued through all of France into Germany and finally to Salsbury, Austria. He was wounded in France and awarded the Purple Heart. He also earned the Presidential Unit Citation with Oak Leaf Cluster, Silver Star, Bronze Star, European Theatre Medal with ne Arrow Head and Four Battle Stars, Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, The Combat Infantry Badge and the French Citation. After the service he enrolled at Buffalo State College and Edinboro State Teachers College where he obtained his business background. Tony built, owned and operated the former Warren Skating Rink, the former Lucky Strike Tavern and had worked at the former Pellegrino Grocery Store in Sheffield, PA. In 1946 he processed canned peppers in his mother’s basement, in 1970 the business had outgrown itself and he purchased the former Walker Dairy where he owned and operated Pellegrino Foods and was in a retired state but still active in operations. He was a member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, was a usher, served on the Stewardship Campaign and a member of the church Holy Name Society. He was a member of the Warren Knights of Columbus Council where he was a 4th degree member. Family was the center of his whole life. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Angela Zucco Pellegrino whom he married June 10, 1950 at St. Callistus R.C. Church, Kane, PA. his 5 Children – Angie Clopp and husband, Tom, Mary Ann Church and husband, David, Anthony Pellegrino and wife, Anita, Tom Pellegrino and wife, Sally all of Warren, PA., Rose Willis and husband, Mike of Carlisle, PA., 2 Sisters – Margaret Novosel of Kane, PA., Angie Pellegrino of Warren, PA., 11 Grandchildren – Tom, Michael and Greg Clopp, Angela Foote, Anthony Pellegrino IV, Alex Anthony Pellegrino, Lauren Hokamp, Edwin Willis, Joseph, Maria and Thomas Pellegrino, 2 Great Grandchildren – Jakey Clopp, Christopher Foote, several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 Sisters – Rose D’Agostino, Mary Boisseau and a infant sister – Mary Pellegrino. Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. on Sunday, October 7, 2012 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. where a vigil service will be conducted Sunday at 7:45 P.M. A concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Monday, October 8, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell Street, Warren, PA. with Msgr. John Lucas, former Pastor as main celebrant and Fr. James Gutting, Pastor as concelebrant. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery where full military honors will be conducted by members of the Sheffield/Clarendon V.F.W. funeral detail and the U.S. Army. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 2 Crescent Park, Warren, PA. 16365 or Holy Redeemer Church Building Center Fund, 11 Russell Street, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Going skating on Friday after school at the Warren Roller Rink, was one of the highlights of my growing up. Tony will be missed by all of us, who had the pleasure to know him.
Tony, Sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. I remember those days when your Dad owned the skating rink and I spent a lot of great time there.
Thanks for many good times and memories. I enjoyed many times with your family and will remember them always. I am currently in NC and will be unable to attend services. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Keith Confer
No words can express the gratitude for the introduction to office work and skills obtained for my future endeavors that Mr. Pelligrino provided me. It lead to 17 years working for the federal government in FEMA. He was tough but toughness was needed in government work. Sorry for your loss. Fran Drescher
Tony,
My sincere condolences to you, Anita and your entire family. What a legacy your father left of service to country and community, hard work, and commitment to family. I have fond and cherished memories of your father and the Pellegrino famly. Most of my paper route money went to that small grocery store at the bottom of Foulkrod St. in Sheffield. God bless you all during this time of sadness.
Craig
Angie & Family:
When I lived in Warren, I would always find a way to get to the Roller Rink–use to see the kids there and Tony was the greatest person. He always had a smile when I would see him. Great memories! Thank you again for more memories for giving me the honor & privilege of taking care of him these past few months. I enjoyed all of it–brought back good memories. Will keep all of you in my thoughts & prayers. Will keep in touch when I come up that way. You are a fantastic family! Hugs to all!
I spent many months working with Anthony Pellegrino at the food plant. I also saw him as a family man at family gatherings. I always admired his entrepeneurial spirit, even though at times rather unorthodox. We shared some good conversations that I will always remember. He had a deep love for his family, his church and his community. My deepest sympathies to Angela and the entire Pelligrino family. I know how you will miss him. The best way to honor his life is to carry on with the business he was so deeply involved with and was so proud of. I am sure he is resting in peace in the arms of Jesus.
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Pellegrino family. We have missed his smiling face at Mass since his illness and will continue to think of him always as we walk past his “seat” every Sunday. His pride and love of his country was evident every time he would ask us about Sean and then tell us of his own military service. He was a very special man and we are honored to have known him. We are currently out of town and unable to attend services, but all of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Bo and Stephanie Freitag
I’m so sorry for your loss. I went to the roller rink Fri and Sat. and remember the dances. I also remember that you Dad and husband had very strict rules about how the young people should conduct themselves. I always respected that. He was a great person.
Tom and Angie
Sending our sympathy on the death of your father. Remembering you in prayer