Mary Jane Latella
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Mary Jane “Cookie” Latella, passed away February 26, 2025 at the age of 87. Beloved daughter of the late Angelo and Carmela (nee Argondizzo) Giorno.
Cookie is survived by her loving husband, George Latella; Son, George Latella (Cheryl); Grandchildren Nicole Collins (Joe), George Latella Jr. (Gia), and Dana Latella; Great-Grandchildren, Joseph Collins, James Collins, and Giada Latella; Brother, Vincent Giorno. She was predeceased by her brother Joseph Giorno.
Cookie was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, Godmother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and friend. Her life went from Belmont Hills to Roxborough to Las Vegas to North Wildwood, Aruba, and Wildwood Crest. During these transitions she maintained her friendships and added new friends. Her empathy for others was evident throughout her life and she was a great communicator. Cookie’s greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted Catholic, whose faith guided her through each journey of her life. She will be forever cherished by all whom were blessed to have her in their lives.
Relatives and friends are invited to Cookie’s viewing on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM followed by her funeral service at The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA. Interment private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mary Jane’s name to St. Jude’s’s Children Research Hospital – stjude.org – would be greatly appreciated.
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