Maryann Smeriglio

Maryann Smeriglio (née Stango) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on October 21, 2025, at the age of 85, in West Long Branch, New Jersey. Born in Newark, New Jersey, she was a vibrant and fun-loving individual who cherished time with her family and was often described as the life of the party.
Maryann graduated from Barringer High School in 1959, She married the love of her life, and moved to West Long Branch. She was the proud owner of Willie's Villa and The Villa in West End Long Branch, served as an office manager for Dr. Eric Wurmser, and was the Supervisor of Communications at Monmouth Medical Center.
Her hobbies included indulging in the pleasures of life, often eating what she shouldn't and doing everything she was advised not to do, with a particular fondness for trips to Atlantic City. Maryann also enjoyed sunny days, whether it was floating in the pool, relaxing at the beach, or simply basking in the sun.
She leaves behind a loving family: her husband of 70 years, William (Willie) Smeriglio; her daughter, Toni Damiano and son-in-law, Buddy Damiano; and her granddaughter, Nikki Damiano. Maryann was preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas and Josephine; her brother, Ralph Stango; and her son, Mario Smeriglio.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Maryann's life on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Damiano Funeral Home, 191 Franklin Avenue, Long Branch, NJ from 10 am - 12:30 pm followed by a 1 pm Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michaels Roman Catholic Church, 800 Ocean Ave, Long Branch, NJ. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in West Long Branch.
Maryann's vibrant spirit and joyous love of life will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
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