Annette Petrilli

Annette Marie Petrilli, a loving wife and amazing friend to many, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2020, at the age of 51. Annette is survived by her husband, Dr. Richard Petrilli, and her kitty children, Moochie, Bocci, and Peanut.

Annette was born in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, on October 26, 1969, to Catherine and Charles Lankheit. She graduated high school at the age of 16 and moved to Central Florida to attend college. She lived in Central Florida for her adult life and graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s degree and received her Master’s Degree from Nova Southwestern. On June 21, 2003, she married her best friend and the love of her life, Richie, after being together for ten years. They enjoyed 17 years of blissful marriage. Annette started teaching at private schools before helping her husband build and run a successful dental practice in Apopka, Florida.

Annette was a devoted wife and animal lover. She enjoyed staycations at Disney, traveling to various countries around the world, and experiencing many different adventures. She loved cooking and baking, shopping, watching Food Network and TLC, and never hesitated to try new things. She loved to dance, attend concerts, and was an expert at celebrating any special occasion. She knew how to throw a party and made everyone who entered her home feel like family.

She had a heart of gold and would light up any room she entered. Her personality was infectious, and everyone who had the pleasure to know her loved her dearly. She was incredibly generous and took incredible care of those she loved. She was an extraordinary person to all of us. She will forever hold a special place in our hearts that cannot be filled by anyone else. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and all who knew and loved her.