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1951

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2017

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Mary Ellen Porrazzo Obituary

PORRAZZO - Mary Ellen, 65, of Salem, NH and formerly of Hicksville, NY, died Friday February 10, 2017. Born on August 22, 1951 in Rockville Centre, NY, Mary Ellen was the daughter of the late James V. and Mary Ellen (Potter) Porrazzo, both deceased. She was the granddaughter of Curtis W. and Anna May (Lutz) Potter, both deceased and formerly of Dushore, PA. After graduating from American University, Mary Ellen entered the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University where she received a master's degree in journalism. Her career was with CBS Radio in New York including assignments as a writer, editor and producer. In retirement she taught journalism at Hofstra University.Prior to her illness, Mary Ellen enjoyed writing, running and cooking. Survivors include her first cousins, Curtis C. Potter of Windham, NH, Michael Potter and Jonathan Potter, both of Bozeman, MT and Barbara (Potter) McGan of North-borough, MA. There are no visiting hours. A private graveside service will be held at Cemetery of the Rood, Westbury, NY at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary Ellen's loving memory to the Sullivan County Food Pantry, P.O. Box 55, Dushore, PA 18614. The Davis Funeral Home, 1 Lock St., Nashua, NH is in charge of arrangements. An online guest-book is available at: www.davisfuneralhomenh.com. (603) 883-3401 "ONE MEMORY LIGHTS ANOTHER."

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Published by Newsday on Feb. 15, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Ellen Porrazzo

11 Entries

Craig Allen

February 16, 2022

Thoughts and prayers for your peace Mary Ellen. It was always my pleasure to work with you.

December 30, 2018

A dear sweet person. I shall always cherish and remember all the great times we had - so many in my mind and heart. Mellon will always be with me.

With much love, June

Beryl Feinberg

October 22, 2017

Previous comments from those in the broadcasting and journalism industries echoes the Mary Ellen Porrazzo that the Delta Gamma Beta Epsilon sisters at American University saw in the late 60s/early 70s. She always sported a beautiful smile and countenance and was a sincere friend to all.

Much too short of a life, she will always be remembered as a woman of valor.

Beryl Lowenthal Feinberg
Rockville, Maryland

March 31, 2017

This is deeply saddening news. Such a lovely person and much to young to die.
I worked with Mary Ellen at WCBS 880, the CBS Radio all-news station in NYC. She was a real pro. I was an anchor man and never worried when M'ellen, as she was affectionately known, was writing. I knew her copy would be accurate and well-crafted. Further, in the high-pressure environment of a big city newsroom where voices may rise and tempers flare, Mary Ellen's even temperament and gentle disposition
were a calming influence. She was a
very classy lady.

Cameron Swayze

Louis Freizer

March 30, 2017

Even some 30 years later, one closes ones eyes and sees the smiling, inquisitive Mary Ellen looking up from her newsroom typewriter.

Veronica Rivera

March 30, 2017

Mary Ellen was an angel on earth. You couldn't ask for a better friend or coworker. R.I.P. Mary Ellen

Craig Allen

March 30, 2017

So sad to hear this news. What a wonderful person...a joy to work with and share stories. We continued to talk for years, especially about her love for animals. Rest in Peace M'ellon.

Steven Reed

March 29, 2017

Mellen, as she was sometimes fondly referred to, was one of the most gentle souls that I've ever known. She was also a consummate professional. I enjoyed our time together at WCBS Radio. Rest In Peace Mary Ellen.

Fred Fishkin

March 29, 2017

MaryEllen was such a wonderful and kind person to work with. Smart, talented and ready with a smile.

Doug Spero

March 29, 2017

Hello! I am so sad! I was a reporter at WCBS-Radio in the 90's and Mary Ellen was one of my producers. She was one of the sweetest and most professional people I ever worked with during my 30 years in the industry. She didn't have a "bad bone in her body". I will always remember her. She will be missed. Doug Spero

February 15, 2017

As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thess 3:16.

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