Emma Josephine Petringa

Emma Josephine Petringa of Cumming, GA passed away Friday May 8, 2015 at the age of 80 years. Emma is preceded by her parents Leo and Argentina Chinkel. She is survived by her husband, Santo Petringa, sister, Marion Heitmann, children, Arthur O'Neill, Patricia DiGangi, Gary O'Neill and 5 grandchildren. Emma was a resident of NY for much of her life prior to moving to Cumming, GA. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with family and friends, had a passion for reading books, music, puzzles, and a special love of the many pets she cared for during her lifetime. A private family memorial will be held to honor Emma and her wishes. The family would like to thank those who shared in her life and in making the memories she forever cherished. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made, in her name, to the Humane Society of Forsyth County at www3.forsythpets.org Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, Cumming, Georgia is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be made at www.ingramfuneralhome.com.