Irene M. Pettit

July 26, 1954 - July 9, 2019

Renie passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. One of 7 children born to the late James and Regina (Brady) Pettit. Renie was predeceased by her sister Regina Bradley, her brother and sister-in-law, Laurence and Theresa (Sweeney) Pettit, and her brother - in-law Gary Rute. She is survived by her beloved son John who meant everything in the world to her, and by her brothers; James (Anne Marie) Pettit, Jr. and Stephen (Maria )Pettit, sisters; Dolores (Francis) Graff and Dottie (the late Gary) Rute; her brother-in-law Joseph Bradley, as well as 15 nieces and nephews, 23 great-nieces and nephews, and numerous cousins, all who were blessed to know her. Born and raised in the Fairmount neighborhood, Renie graduated from Hallahan High School and worked her entire career until retirement at the Pennsylvania Department of Insurance. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Parish in Manayunk, and a dedicated member of the Parish Choir. Renie loved singing in the choir, listening to the oldies, being at the shore, discussing politics, traveling, and spending time with her family, especially her son John and her lifelong best friend, her sister Dottie. Renie touched the lives of many people with her smile, friendly demeanor and easy laughter. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing on Saturday, July 13 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, 146 Rector Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to St. John the Baptist Church (address above). Arr. Dinan Funeral Home, Phila., PA Condolences may also be sent to www.dinanfuneralhome.com.