Edith Louise Ronchetto, 96, died at 9:14 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at High Point Residence in Taylorville.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, at Assalley Funeral Home in Morrisonville, with Fr. Florent Kanga officiating. Burial was held in Morrisonville Cemetery. Assalley Funeral Home in Morrisonville assisted with arrangements.
Mrs. Ronchetto was born on Dec. 23, 1929, in Thayer, the daughter of Dominick and Gertrude (Bermes) Berta. She married Domenick J. “Pepsi” Ronchetto on June 3, 1950, in Pawnee, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 13, 2016. Together, they raised two sons, Gary Lee and Michael Domenick in Palmer.
A life defined by love, generosity and quiet strength, she will always be remembered by those who knew her. Alongside her beloved husband, she owned and operated the local tavern that became the very heart of Palmer, a warm and welcoming gathering place filled with laughter, stories and the comforting aroma of her extraordinary cooking. An exceptionally talented cook, she was known for her homemade pasta, delicate pastries and meals that brought people together around the table.
Mrs. Ronchetto gave selflessly and wholeheartedly to her family, always placing their needs above her own, and her love was felt in every dish she prepared and every kindness she extended. Her legacy lives on in the traditions she nurtured, the community she helped build and the family she cherished beyond measure.
She is survived by her son Gary’s wife, Mary Ronchetto of Morrisonville; granddaughters, Heidi (Jon) Spyridakis and Misty Ronchetto; great-grandchildren, Andreas, Anastasia and Antonia Spyridakis; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Ronchetto was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sons, Gary and Michael; three brothers; and three sisters.
