Mary-Avagliano-Obituary

Mary Avagliano

Jersey City, New Jersey

Age 96

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DIED
December 10, 2022
AGE
96
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Jersey City, New Jersey

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Mary Avagliano (nee Castagna) died peacefully on Saturday, December 10, 2022 after a short illness. She was 96 years old. A longtime resident of Jersey City, she was the wife of Peter Avagliano (deceased 2019). Mary Avagliano is predeceased by her parents, Donato and Domenica Castagna, and her...

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I am so sorry I was unaware of Mary's passing. She was a powerhouse of positivity with an incredible "it can be done", "let's get this done" demeanor. Mary was kind and giving and forthright. I truly appreciated her good counsel, loyalty and dedication to completing any task she took on. Mary was one of a kind. May God bless and hold her close. Sincere condolences to her family and all who loved her. Fondly, Mary Jane Desmond

John & Joan & family, having known your beloved mom ,my friend Mary for 5 decades. I wanted to write and let you know that you and your family are in my prayers right now. I realize that there are no words that I could write or say to make things better, but please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved mom.

Thank you Mary for the morning rides to the PATH on your way downtown to take care of Peter at the nursing home,

I am so thankful to Mary for her friendship, advice and support over the last 38 years. She was an amazing woman who led a purposeful life. Mary lived for her family. For 13 years 7 days a week she traveled downtown to enjoy the day with her beloved Peter during his assisted living stay. Her stamina in her 80's to put in 8 plus hours a day showed what a strong woman she was. The other part of her contented life was Joan and John (grandchildren too). She spoke to J/J everyday and twice a...

Rest in peace.

We have many fond memories of Mary for her love and respect of her Italian heritage. At a young age Mary´s ability to not only speak but write Italian allowed her to write letters for those wanting to communicate with relatives and friends in Italy. The many years of Mary´s involvement in the Columbus Parade Committee and the Dante Alighieri Society were a model for many individuals to get involved in activities promoting an appreciation for cultural heritage. Mary´s knowledge helped many...

I will remember Mary &Peter forever .I remember Mary´s dad.We knew her family and she knew my family.She was such a great friend and a wonderful neighbor.My Mom and Mary would always talk when she would pass by every day with her car.She will be missed,they don´t make them like her anymore.RIP Mary Condolences to her family Mary Ann Farrington (Fugel)(Caporusso)