Maria S. Ricci, 89, of Breinigsville, Pennsylvania passed at home on September 29th, 2025 with her loving husband Ted at her side. Born to parents Raffaele and Angela (Mangiavillano) Lidestri in Mazzarino, Sicily. She was the wife of Diodoro "Ted" Ricci for 62 years. Maria worked for Bru Mar Co. as a seamstress for many years.

Maria's family was her joy. She loved having everyone get together and cooking for them. Maria especially loved spending time with her grandchildren, who called her Nonna. She also loved music, frequently going to the park to listen to live performances.

In addition to her parents, Maria is predeceased by her sister Millie Guinta, and brothers Angelo, Jack, Frank, and Vince Lidestri.

Maria is survived by her husband Ted; sons Nicholas A. (Ann) Ricci and Theodore (Charlé) Ricci; and grandchildren Regina, Nicholas D., and Gavin.

Services for Maria will be held Monday, October 6th, with a viewing beginning at 10 a.m. at Cathedral Church St Catharine of Siena 1825 W Turner St., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., then burial in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery.