Maria Brazill

Always missed

My Husband and I were invited to Mark and Mia’s home (way before children, 1970’s) for a 4th of July Party. It happened to be the best of all 4th of July parties ever! They lived is a lovely country area and had a comfy sweet home. It was a very hot day but being with all of our best friends was just wonderful that nothing else mattered. I have a photo that my husband Bob DeVita took of Mia sitting in her folding chair just smiling and looking so young and beautiful with a front and back...

Mia was a wonderful cousin. I wish there were words to help ease the grief that comes with such a loss. Sending hugs and thoughts of love to everyone in Mia's family. I haven't seen Mia in a long time, but I will always remember her smile and warmth.

Maria and I were friends and neighbors in our younger yrs.,I always looked up to her,she was amazing. So very sorry,thinking of you all at this difficult time. Mary Joan Cullinan

I cannot believe she has left us. I will share a few memories. I had a few photos but this website wouldn't support them. I'll send them to Mark and perhaps he will share them. We worked together at UMass for many years. Mia and I were pregnant at the same time. I was due in November and she in January. Two weeks overdue and I come to work the Friday after Thanksgiving and Mia calls me to tell me she had her baby! I felt like an elephant. I visited her and Devin after I had my...

It is hard to believe she has passed on. She was such an
empathetic, supportive boss to me at UMASS and a friend at
Smith. The world has lost a shining star, a lover of literature and truth.
I am so sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss.

Rest in Peace, neighbor.

I'm so sorry for your monumental loss. It's just not right that her bright light has been darkened so young. We were friends during our formative years and my memories of that time are vivid. Sending you my heartfelt love and prayers.