Vittorio "Victor" Predi Obituary (1941

Vittorio I. Predi, affectionately known as Victor to family and friends, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at the King of Prussia Skilled Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility. Victor was born on June 22, 1941 in Ethiopia to an Italian soldier, Gilberto, and a war nurse, Elena (Nee: Mamalingas) Predi. He lived an interesting childhood, growing up with his late sister Liliana Predi, in both Ethiopia and San Felice Circeo, Italy. In his 20s, Victor decided it was time for a change and moved overseas to the U.S., where he served in the National Guard before settling into a long-time home in Philadelphia, PA. Victor pursued a career as a wine salesman and worked for several different companies before becoming an independent wine salesman. From this job he learned great social skills, along with the ability to speak 6 different languages. During his free time, he could be found rooting for his favorite Philly sports teams, or fishing on the water. He was happiest when he was surrounded by his family that he loved so much. His wife the late Marianne (nee: Smith) and his son Michael (Mary Katherine) Predi. He was also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and an extended family who lived in both the U.S. and Italy. His viewing will take place on Monday December 4, from 9:00-10:40 am at Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral home, 2239 S 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148. The Viewing will be followed by his funeral Mass at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on 2319 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19148. His burial will follow and he will be laid to rest alongside his wife Marianne in Calvary Cemetery, Conshohocken, PA. Donations in his memory can be made to the Feeding America Foundation. Cemetery Calvary Cemetery 235 E Matsonford Road Conshohocken PA 19428 US Visitation for Relatives and friends Monday, December 4, 2023 9:00 AM - 10:40 AM Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA 19148 US (215) 334-1578 Funeral Mass Monday, December 4, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 2317 S. 3rd St. Phila PA 19148 US Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578