Patricia L. Pelliccione, 48, of 128 Chapel Lane, Ephrata died Thursday, August 13, 2009 from injuries suffered in a vehicle accident in Gettysburg, PA. She was the wife of David Pelliccione (married 9/29/84) and mother of three children: Anthony(19), Valerie (16), and Angela (13).

Patty devoted herself to the educational, spiritual and emotional development of her children. Her constant care and support for them enriched her life as they brought her joy and delight. In addition, she was an active volunteer in the Conestoga Valley School Community where she served as a member of VIA (Volunteers in Action), a school library volunteer and member of Mom's in Touch. Patty was most recently employed as a Title 1 Aide in the Conestoga Valley School District.

Patty graduated from Kittanning Senior High School (1979) and Penn State University (1983) with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. A Registered Professional Engineer, Patty worked initially as a structural engineer designing bridges in the Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware area. Later, in Atlanta, GA, she was part of the engineering team that constructed the mass transit system in Atlanta called MARTA and subsequently a Transportation Engineer in Portland, OR. In 1997, she relocated with her family to Lancaster following her husband's transfer with Armstrong World Industries.

The family members attend St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

Patty was a dedicated runner and played high school and college basketball and softball. She was an avid Penn State fan and enjoyed supporting her alma mater.

Patty is the daughter of Frances Bowley, of Kittanning, PA and the late Ernest Bowley (deceased 2008). She is also survived by her brother, Scott Bowley of Woodbury, MN.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center located at 625 Community Way, Lancaster, Pa 17603.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Road, Lancaster, Pa on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 11:00AM with Msgr. Richard Youtz as celebrant. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA on Monday, August 17, 2009 from 2-4 PM and 7-9PM. To send online condolences, please visit, snyderfuneralhome.com