Mary Virginia Metz

Mary Virginia Metz obituary, Syracuse, NY

Mary Virginia Metz

Mary Metz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Carter Funeral Home, Inc. - Syracuse on Nov. 20, 2025.

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Mary Virginia Metz
June 7, 2024
Mary Virginia (McAllister)Metz,93, of Solvay New York, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 7. She was a native of Rome and a life resident of Solvay. Virginia was a graduate of CCBI where she earned a secretarial degree. She loved vacationing in Maine and was an avid Yankee fan. Virginia was employed by The Dept of Defense where she worked as a secretary before her retirement. She was predeceased by her loving husband, H. George Metz; and her sister, Ellen Garzione. Virginia is survived by her two sons, Steven and Gary Metz. A private graveside service was held in Riverview Cemetery, Waynesboro, VA.

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