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Michelle Pettinato Obituary
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Michelle Ann Pettinato, 58, formerly of Chautauqua, NY died Saturday, November 19, 2016 at her home.
Born on December 26, 1957 in Erie, PA, she was the daughter Beuna Dewey Pettinato and Angelo Pettinato.
Other than her mother, Michelle is survived by her son, Charles Lahnen (Tara) of Myrtle Beach, SC; brothers, Pat (Sandy), Mark (Kathy), Mitchell (her twin) and Dana; sister, Julie Ragsdale (Bill); two grandchildren, Siera, Tyler; and her faithful canine companions, Jackie and Arie.
Services and burial will be held at a later date at Spitzer Funeral Home in Sherman, NY.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, P.O. Box 3369, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.
A guestbook is available at www.leefhandcrematory.com.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michelle Pettinato
Jane Kendall
November 20, 2019
Hard to believe it's been 3 years since we lost you.
November 27, 2016
Farewell to you my dear friend. We will miss you very much. We have fond memories of the times we had together with you and those memories will be cherished always. Holiday's and special events just won't be the same. Our prayers are with your family and loved ones. With sincere love and sympathy,Mary and Bob McGraw
November 27, 2016
Farewell to you my dear friend. We will miss you very much. We have fond memories of the times we had together with you and those memories will be cherished always. Holiday's and special events just won't be the same. Our prayers are with your family and loved ones. With sincere love and sympathy,Mary and Bob McGraw
Elizabeth
November 26, 2016
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.
Doug Berlin
November 25, 2016
Dear Dana and Family, We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Please accept our deepest and most sincere sympathies. Doug and Maureen Berlin
Marlene Taravella
November 24, 2016
Rest in peace my friend, what a dear sweet, kind woman. I am blessed to have known her. Keeping the family in my prayers.
Edward Zielinski
November 23, 2016
may god bless you forever cousin.
Wanda Cox
November 23, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers with you Julie. Love you, Wanda, Wendy and Sommer
Jane & David Kendall
November 23, 2016
May the Lord take you in his arms and keep you safe for all eternity. I'm very glad we were able to connect on social media. Our families grew apart as we got older and miles were placed between our families. I wish I could of gotten to know you better my cousin. You're reunited with your daughter and your father now. Keeping your son Charlie and Aunt Bonnie an all your siblings in my prayers. Rest in peace Michelle.
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