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Todd Pelino Obituary
You always found Todd D. Pelino surrounded by the children. Fatherly — that was him, his wife's girlfriends said. The other men kidded him for it, though they knew in their hearts that it was true.
They were five couples, with nine kids among them, whose houses were close but not too close. Home was Fair Haven, N.J. Work was Wall Street, Cantor Fitzgerald, and it was tougher than the muddiest soccer match Mr. Pelino, 34, ever played at Colgate. Come Saturdays at 5 p.m., Todd and Megan Pelino put their children, Bennett, 2, and Annie, 9 months, into a double stroller and wheeled them to the red- brick church down Hance Road, where they sat with other young families in a back pew.
"Once he did say to me that he was praying for life and everything to be as good as it is now, meaning then," said Ms. Pelino, whose sister, Kaleen Pezzuti, was also killed in the Sept. 11 attack. "We hoped there would be more kids. He was always first to hold the newborns. My friends said, `Of all these guys, Todd is the natural father.' "
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Sharel Court Fox
September 12, 2024
Every year at this unfathomably sad time, I think of you both and pray for peace in your life-
Jeanie Perrin McCauley
September 11, 2023
Taking a moment to remember today
Jeanie Perrin McCauley
Lydia Koprowski
September 8, 2023
Thinking of Todd and his family. May God's love shine on you today and everyday.
Deb Schuls- Kushner
September 7, 2023
I will always remember Todd as a great young man.. from a wonderful family...gone too soon. Robbed of his life and his family robbed of him.
Our Country will Never Forget.
Cousin Deb
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Lydia Koprowski
September 11, 2021
Prayers of love an grace to everyone! Thinking of Todd and his family. ❤
Donna Wagner
September 11, 2021
Thinking of Todd today and the entire Pelino family. Todd was an amazing guy and loved by so many. I have such great memories from Middle and High Schools.
Walter Monroe
September 10, 2021
Great classmate and friend, more importantly just an all around great guy, Bless the entire Pelino family
Jay Ross
April 25, 2020
A wonderful friend, voice, athlete and family man -- always enthusiastic, friend to everyone.
We should all strive to be like him.
Jay Ross
Los Angeles, Calif.
PMHS '88
Lydia Koprowski
September 15, 2019
Each year on this day I am reminded that life a precious gift.
With heartfelt sympathy to the Pelion family.
Donna W.
September 12, 2019
Thinking of the entire Pelino family. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Don and Sharon Kingston
September 11, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers once again go out to Doug, Maureen, Megan and her family. Although we did not know Todd, our daughters did, and his father and I both attended RIT and worked together at Xerox for many many years. Out best always to the Pelino family.
Jeff O
September 11, 2019
Thinking of Todd and the entire Pelino family today, wishing you peace and strength, and sending love.
A.L.
August 6, 2019
In the care of the Almighty Lord... Rest easy, buddy.
Lydia Koprowski
September 12, 2018
Keeping Todd and his family in my prayers.
Beth Yovino
September 11, 2018
We remember you every year. My mom, Joan Ahren, would watch the names scroll so she could see yours. Mom recently passed, but I will carry on in her place. I suppose you two are having a nice visit in heaven right about now.
Lydia Koprowski
September 12, 2017
In memory and respect for you and your family.
Logan O'C
September 11, 2017
Mr. Pelino, it is so difficult to believe it has been 16 years since you've been here. I am eternally grateful for you bringing your son into the world. He is like a brother to me and I can not thank you enough for that. I am always thinking of you and praying for you.
S.J. Friscia III
May 17, 2017
In Memory with
Honor & Respect.
Sharel Court/Fox
September 14, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to you both on this sad yearly remembrance-
September 11, 2016
Remembering a beautiful young family from our years in Richardson, TX. Each year I pray for the family. Nelda Gant, Clearwater, FL
Remembering Todd
Jeannie Pelino
September 11, 2016
Jeannie Pelino
September 11, 2016
Thinking of my cousin today remembering his love for his family & children
Tiffany Drewniak Cloud
September 10, 2016
Forever in my prayers.
September 9, 2016
Never Forget!!!
Peter DePalma
February 4, 2016
I was a classmate of Todd's at Mendon and we were both in the student government. He was our school treasurer and I senior class VP. Todd was the nicest and most straightforward kid I knew. A great athlete. We were on the golf team together. He was good looking, smart and everybody really liked him. The last time I saw Todd was our graduation in June 1985. Losing him so young was a tragedy to the entire PMHS community that can't be healed but I remember him smiling and cheering anybody up who needed it. His legacy lives on!
Pete DePalma PMHS '85
lydia koprowski
September 14, 2015
My thoughts go out to you and your family every year at this time. please know you are remmebed and respected. Blessings to your family for the strength and courage in all the years to come.
Don and Sharon Kingston
September 12, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers have gone out to the Pelino family every year since 911. Although we did not know Todd, we knew his parents well. His father Doug and I attended college together and were co-workers at Xerox for many years. One of our daughters also attended school with him until we moved out of Pittsford to Ohio. Our best always to the Pelino family.
Shireen Rahman
September 12, 2015
Always
Doug L
September 11, 2015
Prayers for you all this 14th anniversary. May God bless you all.
Julia Smith
September 11, 2015
Never forgotten. We had a moment of silence for you today Pittsford Mendon. I know you went straight to God! Julia Smith '16
September 11, 2015
Thinking of the Pelino Family and especially Todd's wife and children today. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jeanie Perrin McCauley
Syndy Kevitz
September 22, 2014
I am an 8th grade teacher and recently assigned my students an interview assignment to interview their parents about their recollections of the tragic day on 9/11. Your name came up as being this mothers high school classmate whom she wanted to honor. May your memory live in all of us.
Jeff O
September 11, 2014
Remembering Todd and thinking of the entire Pelino family today. Wishing you peace and sending prayers.
Denise Gant
September 11, 2014
Todd was a childhood friend and playmate. On this day I will always think of him and his dear family. His family is in my prayers today. Love, Denise Gant
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you today! Blessings
Brynne Kelly
May 18, 2014
You came to Houston a few weeks (months)? Prior to the attacks. I had never met you in person before, yet you were so very nice. We talked at dinner that night with others hoe much your family meant to you. I feel so happy that you seemed to have it all figures out.
You went back to Nj, and I found like it had found a new friend and broker.......
May 18, 2014
You were someone I can never forget because you were good to me. You were one of my brokers for such a short time. You came to visit me, your customer, weeks before 9/11. You showed me pictures of your kids because you were so in love with them. My heart still breaks today that your trip to Houston would be the last time I would see you. I hope your wife and family know how much Todd shared with me about you all that night at a company dinner. It was obvious how much he loved you all so very much
Greg Liechty
September 13, 2013
I still think about the events of 9/11 and how much they have impacted our lives today and the affect it had on this great nation. My boys are 10 and 12 and asked me about the events and about the planes back on the 10th this week. I will admit I struggled a bit to talk about that day but I was to tell them about Todd and his Sister in Law Kaleen and how great a person Todd was. He was everyone's friend and he left no one out. I play soccer still today in a Men's Outdoor League and each time I step on the field, I say a small prayer and look up to the sky, asking Todd to allow me to play the best game I can. I dedicate those Sunday's to Todd knowing how great a player he was and how much he loved the game. I think about Todd often as well as his family and pray that they have found peace in their lives. God Bless you Todd and all of the Pelino's!!
JR "Chip" Alexander
September 12, 2013
Every September 11th I think of Todd. I will keep him and his family in my prayers.
Jeff O
September 11, 2013
Remembering Todd and thinking of the entire Pelino family today. I met Todd when I was ten and grew up playing little league and going to school with him. In high school, he won the class superlative for most school spirit which was fitting because he was the type of person who would show up to watch and cheer on fellow classmates despite his own busy sports schedule. You could not find a person with a bad word to say about Todd. He was universally well-liked and respected by everyone. Though they've no doubt heard it countless times from countless people, I want Todd's children to hear again that he was one of the true good guys in this world and those of us who knew him will always remember him. Thoughts and prayers for Todd and his family.
Maria Febbraio
September 11, 2013
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tiffany (Drewniak) Cloud Olson
September 10, 2013
I lived in a house with Megan sophomore year at Colgate. I have prayed for her, her sister and her husband Todd often and will do so...forever.
September 15, 2012
Easy to think of you Todd,
What a great guy you are.
God bless you and your family.
Donna Wagner
September 12, 2012
My thoughts are with the Pelino family. I will never forget Todd, and his wonderful personality, spirit and friendship. Donna PMHS '85
Regan Pelino
September 12, 2012
We all miss you so much Uncle Todd. We will never forget you or that day. I wish I could've gotten to meet you! We love and miss you so much! Xoxoxo Regan
P.S Go # 9!
Jeannie Pelino
September 12, 2012
Thinking of my cousin Todd and remembering him always. May God Bless his beloved children
Sari Bolnick
September 12, 2012
Doug, think about you and your family often and especially yesterday. always remembered.....
September 11, 2012
Todd,
We are always thinking about you.
Dave Pike
September 11, 2012
I visit this web-site a few times every year, and always on this day. Todd & Megan were my wife's and my very first "married couple friends", and I am very pleased to see/feel that I miss him as much today as I did 11 years ago. In a tribute to Todd I am taking my daughters to a baseball game tonight. He was a very loving family man. Everyone loved Todd.
Wendy Calia
September 11, 2012
Thoughts and prayers for the Pelino family today. Todd brought such a wonderful presence to Mendon High and touched all of us with his humor, skill on the soccer field and friendship. Wendy PMHS '85
Old Friends
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you and your family today.
God Bless,
gail gingras mitchell
September 11, 2012
I didnt know todd but grew up next door to the wonderful pezzuti family. I pray for the entire pelino and pezzuti clan. Bless megan the kids and am also remembering kaleens contagious smile. Peace and love...gail gingras mitchell
Colin Case
September 21, 2011
You are still talked about at mendon. THought about you before friday's mendon sutherland in front of you name. Colin Case '15
Nolan Todd Pelino
September 13, 2011
Even though Uncle Todd is not with us anymore, he will always be in our hearts.
Regan Pelino
September 13, 2011
We all miss you and love you so much Uncle Todd! We will never forget you!! You are in our hearts every day! And we wish you are still here today!
Tom/vicki Vogt
September 12, 2011
To family. We think of Todd and your tremendous loss often.
Michele (Chaput) Dussault
September 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers to the Pelino family. Todd's radiant smile always brought a smile to my face in English class.
Todd Parker
September 11, 2011
I graduated from Pittsford Sutherland (85) and competed against Todd in soccer for many years. I didn't know very many Mendon guys but I did get to know Todd. I have bitter memories of Mendon beating us in sectionals in 84 but I have fond memories of Todd. I think of Todd often. He was a wonderful person. I hope his wife, children and parents are doing well. You will always be remembered.
T. Ricks
September 11, 2011
Todd left a profound imprint on the lives of so many. He was a role model for all of us to look up to and a very kind soul. My thoughts and prayers are with Matt, Terry, Doug, Maureen and Todd's family.
Jeff O
September 11, 2011
Thinking of Todd and the entire Pelino family today. All of us who grew up with Todd carry his memory with us at all times. We loved him and admired him and still do to this day. We talk about him fondly with each other and we tell others about him -- not only because he was a big part of us -- but also because he was a living example of the best kind of person one can be and someone we were proud to call our friend. He will never be forgotten.
Sharon DiPasquale Streit
September 11, 2011
I think of you often, Todd, and the memory of your bright smile makes my sadness go away. Miss you . . . my thoughts are with you and your whole family today and always.
T L
September 11, 2011
Todd:
May you know that many are thinking you.
Todd's wife:
May you maintain your spirit.
Todd's children:
May you know that your father was kind, witty, a gentleman, and a true friend like know other.
- an old college friend
Jill Santuccio
September 11, 2011
Thoughts going out to Todd's family today. I just learned that Matt is here in Charlotte ... already knew Brian Heffron was here. Wonder how many other friends of Todd's are here in Charlotte? RIP Todd, you were the BEST!
Maria Febbraio
September 11, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 11, 2011
I attended High School with Todd and played sports with him throughout the years. I remember him most for his work ethic on the soccer field. He was tough as nails,a fierce competitor and great teammate.
You will always be remembered and you and your family are in our prayers!
Ted Tryon
Sari Bolnick
September 11, 2011
I did not know Todd but I did know his father Doug. We worked together for many years at Xerox. Our thoughts are with you all today and always.
Tim Angerhofer
September 11, 2011
Always remembered. Love to the Pelino family.
Melissa Sturge Apple
September 10, 2011
Thoughts of Todd and the Pelino family always on this day.
Colleen Dempsey Ristau
September 10, 2011
Prayers for all who loved Todd! Special thoughts for his family and especially his children. Your dad was an amazing man and I know he lives on through you. Todd was a great friend and I'm thankful for the times we spent together.
Greg Liechty
September 10, 2011
Todd could make you smile on and off the soccer field. Such a talent. Watching him play still gives me chills at his amazing ability! RIP Todd
September 10, 2011
Thinking of the Pelino family.
Heff
Greg Liechty
September 10, 2011
Thinking about Todd and his ability to mkae you smile on and off the soccer field. Thinking about watching him play still gives me chills of how good he was! RIP Todd!!
Michelle Steenburgh Unger
September 10, 2011
Thinking of the entire Pelino family and remembering Todd's friendship...his amazing smile:). My prayers are with you tomorrow as they are each year on this tragic day.
colleen berry
September 10, 2011
Thinking of Todd and his family this weekend......he was an upstanding guy from a wonderful family.
Donna
September 10, 2011
Thinking about Todd and the Pelino family. We will never forget. He always made me smile and laugh through middle and high school. Thanks Todd!
Donna Wagner
September 10, 2011
Todd was the kind of person that would always put a smile on your face. He was always able to make me laugh, and I have great memories of him at Pittsford Mendon High School. I think about him and his family often. We will never forget.
Lisa Kinney Blachere
September 10, 2011
Todd was my neighbor and 1 year older but he was always nice to me -- even if he made fun of my aerobic class that was next to his intermural soccer game in high school! Now an English teacher in France, I start every school year talking to my students about Todd on or near the anniversary of 9/11. My thoughts and prayers go out to his parents , brothers, wife and children who I am sure still suffer his loss even 10 years later. May God bless you all and I hope that his story has changed some peoples' lives in a faraway land...
Jeff Standish
September 10, 2011
Recalling great memories of Todd as a leader within the Colgate soccer family and wonderful friend to many of us. Thinking of the Pelino/Pezzuti family and wishing you support and strength.
SMH
September 10, 2011
Todd was a warm person with a kind heart. He always had a smile or joke to brighten your day. He had a bright spirit which will never be forgotten. This web site is a testament to the love he left behind.
Shireen6
September 9, 2011
..And still you are on my mind and in my heart. Thinking of the Pelino family.. not only now but always. His smile greets me and my students in my office every day. He continues to light up the room and influence others. Forever....RIP.
Chip Walters
September 9, 2011
Remembering the entire Pelino family this weekend and always. I've a lasting image in my head of Todd, fist in the air in victory as he jumped into a pile of teammates on the soccer pitch in October 1983. Thanks for the memories, my friend... and wishing peace to you all.
Annie Pelino
September 9, 2011
My dad Todd D. Pelino is always in my heart.
I think about him everyday and wish he was still here.
Molly Harrison
September 9, 2011
Mendon and the pittsford community is think of you this weekend. you are always in our hearts and we will think of you always
Thinking Ofyou
September 9, 2011
10 years, but not a moment has passed.
Jeannie Pelino
May 4, 2011
I'm thinking of my aunt and uncle, Terry and Matt on this day. My prayers are always with you. I miss Todd and have great memories of when we were kids, he always teased me and got away with it. Todd was charming and had a loving spirit. I feel blessed to have called him my cousin.
Jeannie Pelino
Gary Constable
May 2, 2011
Thinking of the Pelino family today, I hope the news of the day helps. I understand that it doesn't bring Todd back, but hopefully this closes a chapter on Justice for your loss.
April 2, 2011
I was searching information on my late husband, John W. Pelino, we're looking to set up a writing scholarship. John passed suddently, in March 2007 who's family was from the Italian region of Abbruzzo, town of Pacentro. I am saddened to come across Todd's name during the search, and among the 911 victims, we had no idea. Our belated, and sincere condolences. There are not many names that are close to Pelino, mostly our contacts are in the Aliquippa area, outside of Pittsburgh. We also know of some families in Connecticut, Chicago, and Canada. Of course, the famous Pelino Confetti family of Sulmona, Italy (AQ). Just thinking of you all, reaching out if it's of interest. Again, our sincere, condolences. Am sure like you all, we will never forget.
Sincerely, Karen Pelino (Mrs. John)
[email protected]
Jan Tucker
September 12, 2010
My name is Jan Tucker. I worked at American General Life Insurance in Dallas TX and we paid your claim from this tragedy. I took great pride in knowing we provided some financial support during this time. Every Sept. 11th, I re-read my list of 17 claims that I personally paid and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. I WILL NEVER FORGET.
Tamara (Potter) Merry
September 12, 2010
After nine years the pain, shock and loss has not diminished. My thoughts and prayers to the Pelino family.
Beth Andrews
September 11, 2010
We will never forget. Our prayers are with the Pelino and Pezzuti families.
Sherry Sesso Franke
September 11, 2010
For Regan Pelino: Your kind and loving words for your Uncle Todd touched my heart. I remember your Uncle Todd, your dad Terry and your Uncle Matt from high school, mostly at how well they all played soccer. :-) Please know that I pray for your family as often as I can. Many blessings to you, sweet Regan. Keep the faith and know how much you are loved.
Regan Pelino
July 30, 2010
He was my uncle I Never got to meet him. He died in September and I was born in December. My dad Terry was Todd's younger brother. My mom and dad fill my minds ith great memories I have a brother that is 6 and his name is Todd also he was named after uncle todd. It was very sad my dad saw it and he said he was crying for Todd to get out of the building. But he didn't. every one was VERY sad. My Nana and Grampa were his parents as you has kind of figured out. And they also give me and my and my cosions I do not know how to spell that word! They give us great memories Annie and Ben were his kids they were baby's when he died. It was a very sad time. Keep praying for todd!
Mark Cullen
November 26, 2009
My childhood memories are filled with Todd's smile. We spent countless hours playing sports together. Todd was always the nicest person on the field, and often the most gifted.
Though we lost touch through the years, I always thought of him and wondered how he was doing. I was deeply affected by 9/11, and crushed when I learned Todd had been killed. My prayers are with his family, God Bless you all.
David Pike
September 11, 2009
I worked with Todd at Cantor Fitzgerald, and he and Megan were my wife's and my first married couple friends. He always looked on the bright side of things, which is what I remember most about him.
Rich Palermo
September 11, 2009
Todd sat behind me in homeroom at Barker Rd and Mendon, and we both played on the golf team one season. He was easy going and always good for a laugh, even when he hooked the ball into the woods. My thoughts are with him and his family on this sad anniversary.
Tamara Merry
September 11, 2009
I was lucky enough to attend High School with Todd. When I think back at high school, I will always remember his smile and laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Shaun Ryan
January 2, 2009
In 1984, Todd was a senior and I was a sophomore that had just moved back to Pittsford. I heard about a party and showed up, to learn that it was for juniors and seniors only - no exceptions. I was shuffling my feet out in the road, trying to figure out how to get home when Todd and his date left the party. As he walked by, Todd asked me (a complete stranger) why I was not inside. I explained to him the juniors/seniors only policy. Todd nodded his head, went back to the house, had a few words with the host, and then escorted me inside. It was so cool.
Lots of great memories of Todd posted here - that is mine.
Best to the Pelino clan,
Shaun Ryan
Sean Ross
September 15, 2008
God Bless Todd and the entire Pelino Family. You will never be forgotten.
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