Mary M. Terrell

Terrell, Mary M. STILLWATER Mary M. Terrell, 76, of Dorchester Drive, died peacefully at her son's home on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Albany, May 17, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Hotaling Chiera; and wife of the late William M. Terrell Sr., who died this past December. She was also predeceased by her brother, John Chiera. A waitress for most of her life, Mary worked for the former Tironi's Restaurant in Waterford and later retired from Kmart in Saratoga Springs, where she also waitressed. Mary proudly attended A.A. meetings for almost 40 years, sponsoring many other members and always willing to talk other members through their toughest times. In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling, coloring and crosswords, and especially loved traveling. Above all else, Mary was a doting grandmother of nine. She cherished the time she was able to spend with them all. Survivors include her children, Darsie Lamphere of Stillwater, William Terrell Jr. of Bolton Landing, Kathryn Terrell of Schenectady, Frank (Kelly Collins) Walek of Stillwater, Joseph (Cynthia) Walek Jr. of Waterford, and James (Terri) Terrell of Stony Creek; grandchildren, Michael and Jeffrey Thomas, Frank Walek Jr., Joseph Walek III, Alisa and Robert Walek, Samantha, Allison and Ben Terrell; and her siblings, Thomas and Frank Chiera, Theresa Holmes and Joseph Chiera; along with beloved nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held on Monday, July 3, 2017, at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 S. Main St., Mechanicville, from 12 to 2 p.m., with interment to follow in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. To leave condolences and for directions visit devito-salvadorefh.com.