Jill P. Pacelli, 77, of Clinton, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026.

Jill was born on May 27 in Utica, to J. William and H. Louise Tenbrick, Jr. She attended Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) and retired from National Grid after many years of dedicated service. Jill devoted her life to teaching, training, and mentoring horse owners.

She served for many years in various capacities with the Zone 7 Paint Horse Club and the Empire State Paint Horse Club.

Alongside her husband, Jim, she owned and showed numerous horses to Regional and National titles.

Jill was known for her talent in lunge line, showmanship, and instruction, while Jim specialized in under saddle training. Together, their strengths perfectly complemented one another. Her last special horse was her beloved stallion, Barney.

Jill is survived by her brother, Bob Tenbrick. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Pacelli; and her parents, William and Louise Tenbrick.

Private graveside services at Green Lawn Cemetery in New Hartford.

Arrangements are with the Mark C. Bentz Funeral Service, Inc., New Hartford.

To view the service go to https://www. facebook.com/markcbentzfuneralservice after Friday, July 31.