1209 Post Road
Fairfield, Connecticut
LUCIANI, Mary Constance Pusateri Mary Constance Pusateri Luciani, 85, of Windsor, devoted wife of the late Leo Luciani, died Wednesday, (February 23, 2005) in St.Francis Hospital, in Hartford, with family by her side. Born and raised in Scranton, PA., Mary moved to Fairfield, as a newlywed, where she lived until retiring to St.Petersburg, FL. in 1979. In 1999, she returned to Connecticut settling first in Windsor, then to the St.Mary's Home, in West Hartford. During the 1970's, Mary worked at the Fairfield Department Store, and later in Read's Department Store in Trumbull. While in Fairfield, she was a communicant of St.Pius X Church. A sports fan, she enjoyed following football and baseball. Mary loved to cook and entertain her family and friends. Her memory will be cherished by her family including three sons, Leo Luciani, and his wife, Joy, of Vernon, Terry Luciani, and his wife, Paula, of Westport, Peter Luciani, and his wife, Farrell of Windsor; grandchildren, Guy Luciani, and his wife, Tina, of Tucson, AZ, Jil Corso, and her husband, Tracy, of Tolland, Jennifer Luciani, of Westport, Jake Luciani, of New York City, NY, April and P.J. Luciani, both of Windsor; a brother, John Pusateri, and his wife, Betty, of Bridgeport; a sister, Lucille Altieri, of Scranton; two sisters-in-law, Frances Luciani of Fairfield, Mary Luciani of Scranton; many nieces and nephews; many dear friends including Mary Driebe, Jean Honald, Sheila Knapple, and Mary Alice Lewis. Mary's family would like to acknowledge the staff of St.Francis Hospital for the compassionate care given. Her memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, March 2, at 11a.m. in St.Pius X Church, 834 Brookside Drive in Fairfield. Burial will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Contributions in her name may be made to: American Heart Association, or St.Jude's Children Hospital. Arrangement have been entrusted to the LESKO & POLKE FUNERAL HOME, of Fairfield Center. For more information, or to sign an online register, please visit www.leskofuneralhome.com
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Tracie Marcil
February 28, 2005
To Mary's family,
I just wanted to extend my sympathy for the loss of Mary. I am the Recreation Director at Delamere Woods in Windsor( where she lived for a time) and I thought she was a warm,caring and very strong woman. After she moved I continued to send her our monthly calender so she could still join in any activities she wanted.( I missed her and din't want to see her go!) After a while we lost touch but I still thought of her often. She gave me a beautiful Christmas ornament one year and each year I hang it on my tree and think of her.To this day I still refer to her appartment as Mary Luciani's when it comes up in conversation. She was a wonderful lady and I consider myself very fourtunate to have known her. You were all truly blessed to have her in your life. On behalf of myself and Lois (our Director) you are in our prayers and thoughts. Sincerely, Tracie Marcil
Kate Pascucci
February 27, 2005
To the Luciani family,
I am very sorry to hear about your mother and grandmother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Palekis
February 27, 2005
I am a friend of Mary's granddaughter Jil. Her grandmother was a very important part of her life. My sympathy to the family.
The Staff of Lesko Funeral Home
February 27, 2005
Offering our sympathies at this time.
Kathy Zelle-Duke
February 27, 2005
I worked with Mary at Read's when I was 16-19yrs old. I loved her so much. She gave me the best advise as a teenager. I also loved your house in Fairfield. I always dreamed I would have a house like that. Not quite there yet but Mary would tell never give up on my dreams. I later worked with Joy in Meridan and loved her too. I hope to be able to see all of you I will try. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Kathy
Connie Baranyar
February 26, 2005
Mary, I will always remember your funny stories about your family and remember you with much laughter. I made some good friends while at Read's and you were one of them. Many thanks for your friendship.
You'll be missed,
Connie
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