Teresa Pyott (1929-2024)

Teresa Pyott (nee Mingle) was born April 30, 1929 and died peacefully on February 26, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Howard “Stretch” Pyott and her beloved son David. Loving mother of Richard Pyott (Roana), Susan Siropaides (Michael), Mary DiEuliis (Damian) and Chris Pyott (Barbara). Cherished sister of Francis Murry (late Daniel). Dear grandmother of Richard Pyott, Alison Gipson, Patricia Driggers, Christopher Pyott and Nicholas Pyott. She is also survived by 11 great grandchildren and one great great grandson.

Teresa loved and was devoted to the Bridesburg community. She was a lifetime member of All Saints parish and was involved with the choir. She had a beautiful singing voice; people always remarked how much they enjoyed hearing her sing. Many a wedding was blessed with her joyous Ave Maria.

In her younger years, she was involved with the Girl Scouts, an was honored to receive the Golden Girl Scout Award for 25 years of faithful service. Teresa was also a past president of the Bridesburg Historical Society and co-authored a book about Bridesburg. Music was a big part of her life, she enjoyed singing for children at schools and recreation centers. Teresa loved to perform folk songs and sea shanties with her friends.

She retired from the University of Pennsylvania in the Folklore/Folklife department. She was an active member of the Philadelphia Folksong Society and volunteered for more than 50 years at the Philadelphia Folk Festival.

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