A candle was lit by Louise Zamora
on May 7, 2017 1:21 PM
A candle was lit by Hannah Toomey
on March 23, 2017 7:24 AM
A candle was lit by Gwendolyn Blue
on March 21, 2017 7:07 PM
Message from Gwendolyn Blue
March 21, 2017 6:53 PM
My deepest sympathy to the family. Mary and I worked together as Asst Prosecutors in Essex County. Our friendship go back as far as the birth of Jessica. I still have a picture of Jessica sitting in this huge chair when she was age 2. Russ was the love of her life. During lunch I heard endless stories about Russ. She loved her husband and children dearly! She was such a great and kind soul. Her smile, laughter and spirit gave everyone a feeing of assurance. I was her friend from Philly and she was my NY buddy! May God bless her soul and continue to watch over her family. Love ya Mary, Gwen Blue.
A candle was lit by Frank, Marie, & Andrew Zarrilli
on March 19, 2017 12:21 AM
Message from Maury Lubman
March 18, 2017 11:12 AM
We called her BROOKLYN MARY, and she referred to herself as that when she came to visit me in HOHOKUS> We always found things to talk and laugh about. Her visits were always pleasant and uplifting...YOU never could be blue if she was around. I will miss her. Eventually we will meet again, and laugh among the clouds
A candle was lit by Maury Lubman
on March 18, 2017 11:07 AM
A candle was lit by Charlie and Rose Griffin
on March 15, 2017 7:24 PM
A candle was lit by Mariann Smith - Stella sister
on March 13, 2017 6:52 PM
A candle was lit by Colleen Coffey Cilla.....Stella Friend
on March 13, 2017 2:42 PM
A candle was lit by Mary b. Sheehan
on March 13, 2017 11:39 AM
A candle was lit by Maria Taddeo DiLascio, high school friend. RIP
on March 13, 2017 11:07 AM
A candle was lit by Rosa Haritos
on March 10, 2017 10:15 PM
Message from Bruce Davis
March 10, 2017 4:20 PM
I worked with Mary at the Prosecutor's Office when she was in the trial section. She had an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor. More importantly, she was a wonderful person.
A candle was lit by Jack Sabatino
on March 10, 2017 7:52 AM
A candle was lit by Jessica Lopez
on March 10, 2017 7:12 AM
A candle was lit by Cathy Petrizzi Cummings
on March 9, 2017 7:53 PM
A candle was lit by Franny Redden-Cann
on March 9, 2017 7:12 PM
A candle was lit by Ken Grossman
on March 9, 2017 6:01 PM
Message from Howard Geminder
March 9, 2017 2:13 PM
Condolences to the family. Mary and I worked together for several years at the Essex County Prosecutors Office. Mary will be greatly missed by all.
Message from Joseph Alvaro
March 9, 2017 12:17 PM
Oh Mary, you were such a sweet soul. I always enjoyed your company whether in the stands at a ball game or chatting while in the grocery store. I will miss your wonderful smile and enthusiasm for life. Save some gravy for me.
A candle was lit by A friend
on March 9, 2017 8:50 AM
A candle was lit by your friend
on March 9, 2017 1:15 AM
Message from Michele Palazzo
March 8, 2017 4:42 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with you Russ and your beautiful children. Mary was my friend for many years at the Essex County prosecutors office. We became first time mothers together and now there is a hole in my heart. Mary always had a smile and a shoulder to cry on she will be missed everyday. May God bless you and grant you peace.
Message from The O'Brien Family - Joe, Jan, Conor (Fairfield U '19) & Chloe
March 8, 2017 12:13 PM
To the Burnside Family
Our deepest sympathy to you. We will add Mary and your family to our prayers.
Message from James Taylor
March 7, 2017 11:01 PM
Russ, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you and your family.
Message from Mary Mirisola
March 7, 2017 2:40 PM
To the Burnside Family,
My heart goes out to you and the loss of such a wonder person. Mary came to my Dad's 90th birthday party this past summer. She was so warm and caring to him. Like they were best friends...
So, sorry. We are all better for having known her.
Message from Bob Wood
March 6, 2017 7:37 PM
Russ I was taken aback, too soon, too much life left to share. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Stay strong.
Message from Esther Camacho & Family
March 6, 2017 4:02 PM
Russell and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you,
Esther & Family
Message from Kathleen Peragallo
March 6, 2017 3:53 PM
Mary has been my confidant, my guide and my friend throughout my journey in the Children's System of Care. Her brilliance, her strength, her humor and her realistic view of life brought me both guidance, support and laughter along the way. Her presence in our lives over these fifteen plus years is true blessing. My deepest sympathies and prayers for peace and comfort are raised for her family. Her faith and ours will carry her on to God's loving arms. She certainly is worthy of a life everlasting filled with peace, joy and forever love.
Message from Elizabeth Mirisola
March 6, 2017 2:32 PM
Mary, my friend of 30 years, there wasn't one conversation where we did not find a moment to laugh. You were a gift to anyone who knew you., I know your family will recover from this loss because you raised them to be strong and beautiful human beings.
Message from Ariela Herzog
March 6, 2017 12:07 PM
Mary was an incredibly caring, passionate and funny person, and an amazing advocate for her child clients. She was an unwavering source of support, as a co-worker and as a friend. The world has lost a very special soul who brought light to many in her path.
Message from Diane
March 5, 2017 7:05 PM
There is a hole in so many hearts because Mary touched so many. The funniest, most compassionate, and very best friend and sister anyone could ask for. We love you dearly Russ, Jessie, Emmy, and Zach.
Message from Beth Mattoon
March 5, 2017 6:46 PM
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Mary was not only a co-worker over for many years, she was a dear friend and wonderful person who filler our lives with laughter and joy! I'll miss her so much!