Mary E. Petronio

Mary E. Petronio, 82, of Fairport, died unexpectedly in her home on July 15, 2019. She was born Dec. 3, 1936 in Eden, N.Y., a daughter of Douglas and Mary (Morganti) Patten, and had lived in this area since the early 1980s.

Mary was a graduate of Medina High School and Brockport State Teachers College, and she received her master’s degree in Special Education from Nazareth College. She taught elementary school in the Rochester City School District and was a member of the New York State Retired Teachers’ Association. Mary was also a member of the Federated Garden Clubs of America, the Mahjong Club and the Knitting Club, and, in addition to her love of gardening, she enjoyed attending craft and antique shows. She loved to decorate her home and host people for various events, and she loved cooking for the neighborhood. Mary was a world traveler, having been to six continents throughout the world. Her love for travel was a gift she shared with her family, especially her grandchildren, as she often took them with her on her trips.

Mrs. Petronio was predeceased by her brothers, Edgar and Paul Patten.

She is survived by her son, Frank (Dr. Martha David) Petronio of Spencerport; her daughter, Debbie (Doug Braun) Petronio of East Aurora; her brother, Douglas (Nola) Patten of Florida; her sister, Ann (Bill) Haffly of Florida; and four grandchildren, Elizabeth, David, James and Olivia.

The family will receive friends on Sat., Sept. 7 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave., Rochester NY 14607, where her memorial service will be held immediately following visitation. Private interment will take place at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church at the above-mentioned address, or to a garden club of your choice.

Mary’s arrangements have been entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. of Albion. To share a special memory of Mary, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.