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MARY GRAZIANO Obituary
MARY FERRARA GRAZIANO (Age 95)
On Saturday, April 14, 2012, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Emilio P. Graziano; mother of Marilyn Granata-Bernas, Paula Kelly and Joan Morris; grandmother of Ken Granata, Laura Reider, Sheri Oughton, Christina, Victoria and Elizabeth Morris. Also survived by five great-grandchildren, sisters, Anina Hahn and Geraldine Rizzardi and a brother, Philip Ferrara, Sr. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 8300 Old Columbia Road, Fulton, MD 20759 on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 10 a.m. Interment at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Riderwood Benevolent Care Fund, 3110 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Maureen Thomas
March 18, 2025
Mrs Graziano was a wonderful woman. She was kind and wise and made me feel very welcomed when I played with Joanie and Paula. It was fun to see her at the cosmetics counter at Woodward and Lothrop at PG Plaza. She always had a friendly way of trying to fix you up. May she rest in peace with her husband and many friends and relatives.
Teresa Elbin
April 18, 2012
Paula and family - My sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother. My mom passed away in October, 2010, so I know how hard it is to suffer through such a loss. You will always have loving memories of her in your mind and in your heart; those can never be taken away.
Teresa (Elmendorf) Elbin, Regina HS 1970
Marty Foltyn
April 18, 2012
Paula and Family,our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your mom. Losing a parent is never easy, as I know.
With sympathy,
Your Regina classmate,
Marty Garcia Foltyn
Arlyne Ferrara
April 17, 2012
How I will miss my dear Aunt Mary! What an inspiration she was to us all! RIP!!
April 16, 2012
AFTER ALL THE YEARS THAT HAVE PAST, I COULD NEVER FORGET MARY GRAZIANO!! SHE PIERCED MY EARS WITH APPLES, CUT MY HAIR, AND FROM HER LESSON, TO THIS DAY, I FRY THE BEST BACON AND EGG BREAKFAST. SHE GAVE THE BEST ADVICE WITH A SUPER SENSE OF HUMOR. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, ESPECIALLY TO PAULA AND JOANIE. WITH FONDEST MEMORIES AND PRAYERS
- GERRY LOHMEYER HILLER
Elizabeth Galloway
April 16, 2012
May God hold you in the palm of His hand during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. With many prayers,
Robert Merikangas
April 16, 2012
We remember the years that she was our neighbor in Hyattsville, a friend of my mother, and in recent years she has been my beloved neighbor at Riderwood. Thank you, Mary, for all your gifts.
Karen Rios
April 16, 2012
Great Aunt Mary: Even though she was only 4 feet and some change...she was bigger than life with her beautiful smile and wonderful wisdom. You could always hear her laughter in a crowded room. She will be sorely missed by all, especially at our family gatherings. Love you!
jean wasson
April 15, 2012
Will miss her stories and how she used her own rules for dominoes. Was so good to see her at the last Ferrara Picnic.
April 15, 2012
Mama Granziano: a mother and grandmother too so many. You were so kind and provided your wisdom and guidance of life and the Lord to everyone you came in contact with. You raised three beautiful daughters who have a host of wonderful grandchildren. And then you had an extended family of so many others. You will be sorely missed, but we know you will continue to watch down on us and continue to provide your guidance in life to us all. We loved you so,
Don and Terry Blake
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