Mary Felicia "Mello" Marinello

Mary Felicia Klick Marinello (née Langella), affectionately known as Mello, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, in Norwich, CT, at the age of 98. Born in Brooklyn NY on February 23, 1926 to Emanuel and Rose Langella, she led a full life characterized by her devotion to family and friends.

Mello's early education began at Long Society Schoolhouse in Preston CT, one of the oldest remaining one-room school houses in the region. She went on to attend Norwich Free Academy in Norwich CT and subsequently embarked on a early career as a weaver at Ashland Mills and Ponemah Mills taking great pride in manufacturing parachutes for the military. Later in life, Mary enjoyed employment waitressing and as a grocery clerk before retiring at the young age of 85.

Her personal life was rich with love and joy, shared with her family and friends. Mello is survived by her sons, John P. Klick and wife Susan Stefenski Klick, Stanley J. Klick Jr. and wife Cheryl Verrineault Klick, Anthony M. Klick and wife Niomi Mackela Klick; daughter, Roseanne Klick and husband Michael Stancliffe; daughter-in-law, Francis Vowels Klick; sisters, Lena Desimone, Faye Luzzi, and Angela Carlino; along with 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley J. klick, Sr and son, Frank E. Klick; as well as her brother, John Langella and sister, Irene Grillo.

Mello was a strong, charismatic, vibrant, and independent woman. Her life was a tapestry of hobbies that included crochet, playing cards, diamond art, dancing, and attending and hosting social gatherings. Above all else, cherishing the time spent with her family.

A service to honor her life will be held at Saint Mary Church in Jewett City, CT, on November 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Mello's life was a testament to her enduring spirit and her capacity to touch the lives of many with her warmth and kindness. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.