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1914
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2012
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Mary Sosnowski Obituary
Age 97, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 26, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Michalina and Felix Sielski.
She was preceded in death by her husband Frank, son John and daughter-in-law Alice. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Stanley, Francis, Benny, Tony, and sisters Jennie Brzoski, and Sophie Graham.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann Bialorucki (John P. Dobies); grandchildren Daniel Sosnowski (Catherine), Renee Gavas, Karen Robinson and Laurie Roberts (Ray). Also surviving are great-grandchildren Jason, Kira, Rebecca, Ashley, Katie, Kevin, Stephen, Rachel and Matthew; great-great-grandchildren Samara and Gabreul.
Mary was born in Wilmington and worked in a cigar factory and then later at the Wilmington Cake Baking Co. where she met her husband. In later years she worked as a Manager at Leroy's Style Shop. She retired after 20 years and became an active member of the Claymore Senior Center, where she served on the Board of Directors. She enjoyed gardening, volunteering, painting, ceramics, crocheting, singing in the choir, playing and calling bingo, preparing meals for Meals on Wheels, and going to the local casinos. One of her many paintings won a blue ribbon award and is hanging in the House of Representatives in Dover.
Mary was a member of St. Hedwig's Church and an active member of the Holy Rosary Society for over 50 years. She also belonged to the Pulaski Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Although involved in many activities, Mary's greatest joy was spending time with her loving family.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff of Vitas Hospice for all their support and care during her illness.
Friends may visit at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Rd., Pike Creek on Wednesday, February 1 from 6-8 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Hedwig's Church , 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington on Thursday February 2 at 10:30 am. Burial will follow in Cathedral Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to be made in Mary's name to Vitas Hospice at 100 Commerce Dr., Suite 302, Newark, DE 19713
To send condolences, visit:
www.dohertyfh.com
302-999-8277
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February 1, 2012
Dear Mary Ann, I was very sad to hear that your Mom has passed. I remember her as being such a beautiful woman with a big heart. She reminded me of my our own grandmother Genevieve. I know she was active in the community but had no idea about her painting talent and having won a blue ribbon award. She was quite an accomplished lady. She will be greatly missed. As we will be unable to attend the services I wanted to express our sympathy. I would like to keep in touch and would appreciate it if you could send me your address at some point. Mine is 15 Lexington Drive Sandown NH 03873, Love Dina Parker (Brzoski-Tonys daughter).
L. Jackson
January 31, 2012
May the "peace of God"(Philipians 4:6,7) be yours as you cope with such a loss. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Kari Sullivan
January 30, 2012
Sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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