Ralph M. Petrucci

Ralph M. Petrucci, 66, of Dilliner, Pa., passed away Wednesday evening, January 20, 2021 in his home. He was born October 8, 1954 in Morgantown, W. Va., a son of the late Joseph and Maxine L. (Dean) Petrucci. Mr. Petrucci was a graduate of Mapletown High School and served in the U. S. Air Force. He worked at the Nemacolin and Shannopin Mines and retired from the Cumberland Mine in Greene County in 2010. Mr. Petrucci was interested in history especially Civil War history. He enjoyed visiting Gettysburg, Pa. with his grandson. In addition, he liked to listen to classic rock, watch western show and to tell stories. He was an avid sports fan and during his youth, played basketball and baseball. Mr. Petrucci resided in Greene County most of his life. His grandchildren were "everything to him".

Surviving are a daughter, Rachelle L. Metcalf (Dylan) of Dilliner; two grandchildren, Dominick M. Petrucci and Brinley Metcalf; a brother, Larry Petrucci of Morgantown; four sisters, Carol Jamison (Jerry) of Ohio, Charlotte Petrucci of Rices Landing (Dry Tavern), Pa., Nancy Heft of Centerville, Pa. and Robin Radicic (Ricky) of Smithfield, Pa.; a half brother, Keith Petrucci (Misty) of Carmichaels, Pa.; the mother of his daughter, Terry L Pecjak of Carmichaels and several nieces and nephews. Deceased are two sisters, Angel Dean, who died at birth and Maryellen Petrucci.

There will be no public viewing and a celebration of Mr. Petrucci's life will be held at a later date.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Adams County Historical Society , 368 Springs Ave., Gettysburg, PA 17325.