Mary R. D'Antonio

Albany, NY-Mary D’Antonio, 90, entered eternal life on September 23, 2022, at the Teresian House in Albany, NY. Born in Albany, she was the youngest of five children of the late, Nicholas D’Antonio and Angela D’Antonio. She was educated in Albany public schools and graduated from Phillip Schuyler High School. She was a lifelong resident of Albany. After working in a variety of jobs in her youth, she found her home at the N.Y.S Department of Motor Vehicles where she worked for over 43 years, retiring at age 81! She said on many an occasion that she wished she had another 40 years to work…a work ethic sadly lost today. DMV co-workers were like an extended family for Mary. Earlier in life, Mary enjoyed going to every show at the Colonie Colosseum, and at the MVP (formerly “the Knick” and iterations since). A nice dinner before was a must, along with perfectly coiffed hair. While later in life when she was no longer able to “go to a show”, her commitment to being perfectly coiffed never wavered. The wash and sets were a ritual practiced even at the Teresian House. While at home, she loved watching Shark Tank, the Price is Right (no one could call between 11:30 and 12), Dancing with the Stars and Judge Judy. But her favorite was watching golf (big shout out to Tiger Woods whom she credited for “getting her interested in the game” and Jordan Spieth, her other perennial favorite). She would also want it known that she was very proud of her Italian heritage and Catholic faith. Mary would give you the shirt off her back, never came empty-handed to any gathering, and took great interest in the lives of all with whom she regularly interacted. Mary’s family would like to extend their deep appreciation for the staff of the Teresian House for the care Mary received these last few months, particularly Jayda and Dan, and all those who showed Mary kindness above and beyond the call of duty. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Angelo D’Antonio (Rose), Dominick D’Antonio (Dolores), John D’Antonio (Brenda), and Lucy Kleinmann (George). She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Phyllis D’Antonio, Regina D’Antonio, Angela D’Antonio, Nicholas D’Antonio (Deborah), Teri Kleinmann (Joel Howard), John D’Antonio (Darlene), and her dear and closest friend (and best hair stylist ever!), Laurie Valente. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with her family Wednesday, September 28, 2022 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm in the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206. Please enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance only. Funeral services and interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org or at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or to the charity of your choice. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Mary R. D'Antonio

November 5, 1931 - September 23, 2022