Peter Martelli Obituary
Pete was a lifelong resident of Yardley and loved his work at the family business, Yardley Flower Company. He maintained this enduring love of horticulture as he continued to work in his personal landscaping business. Pete was a lifelong member of the Elks Lodge 2023 and a member of the American Legion Post 317 in Yardley.
Pete is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years Ceil, his sons Pete (Mary Ellen) and Robert (Judy), and daughter-in-law Debbie. He was the proud Pop to his 6 grandchildren, Alyssa (Ryan), Kira (Nick), Anthony, Erica (Matt), Peter, and Jessica. Pete is also survived by his sisters Mary (Ron) and Lori, as well as his sister-in-law Carol and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his beloved son Tony and his brothers Ernest and Charlie (Caroline), and sisters Colombia (Tom) and Julie.
Pete will be remembered for always making a friend wherever he went. His sociable and positive demeanor charmed everyone he met. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 2, 2024, at 11:00am at St. Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Church 999 Reading Avenue, Yardley, PA 19067. Interment will be in Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery 2590 Village Road, Langhorne, PA 19047. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and again on Friday morning from 9:00am to 10:15am at the FitzGerald-Sommer Funeral Home 17 S. Delaware Avenue Yardley, PA 19067.
Condolences for the family can be left at www.fitzgeraldsommerfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Duane Frazier
March 1, 2024
We are so saddened to hear of Pete´s passing. He would stop by our shop for his nephews business, and his visits were ALWAYS a pleasure. It´s true what was said about him, his positivity and sweet smile were never missing. What a beautiful legacy he leaves behind for his dear family and what a wonderful reputation for his children/grandchildren to live up to.
It seemed fitting with his love of horticulture to plant a tree in his memory. We will truly miss having him stop in, and pray for comfort for his loved ones as you mourn this terrible loss. Cherish your special memories.
Deepest sympathy, Duane Frazier and family
Mandy DiFede
February 1, 2024
Every time that I think about Uncle Uncle Pete, I smile. The same can be said and has been said by everyone who shares stories about him. His smile was contagious. My dog and my daughter both are shy at first with others, and they both would start dancing and jumping when they would see him.
His warmth is something that can still be felt, like a comforting hug. A comforting hug with huge hands and Old Spice Original cologne.
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