Mary Norris

Guilderland-Mary Norris, 91, died Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late John and Rose Ramolo Gabriele. Mary was predeceased by her husband of 46 years, Benjamin F. Norris, M.D. Mary is also the beloved mother of Mary G. Wood (Andrew), Benjamin Norris (Mary), Judy Polley (David), John Norris (Jane), and Lisa Gaglioti (Joseph); sister of Josephine Masceri, Eleanor Castiglione (Peter) and the late Fred Gabriele and John Gabriele; she is survived by 13 loving grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Mary was a 1941 graduate of New York State College for Teachers in Albany. She worked several years for Mobil Corp. after which she became a fulltime homemaker caring for their five children. Mary was a devoted member and volunteer of The Church of Christ the King, Westmere. She was a former member of the Albany County Medical Auxiliary, St. Peter’s Hospital Auxiliary, Ladies of Charity, and the Albany Country Club. She was also an active volunteer at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, the American Red Cross, and St. Peter’s Hospital. Her many accomplishments were recognized in 2007 as a recipient of the Lifetime Senior Achievement Award. Her life was centered around her beloved family, faith, friends, and volunteer work. She will be remembered for her lovely smile, and her kindness and compassion for others. Mary loved to dance and to travel, never missing a family gathering, baptism, school event, or wedding. We loved her dearly. Her family would like to thank the staffs of The Community Hospice of Albany, Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, St. Peter’s Hospital, and her physicians for the compassionate care and concern extended to Mary. Funeral services will be Wednesday January 13, 2010 at 10:00 am at The Church of Christ the King, Westmere where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Church on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. Interment will follow at Albany Rural Cemetery, Menands. Those wishing to remember Mary Norris in a special way may send a contribution to The Church of Christ the King, 20 Sumter Ave, Albany, NY 12203 or St. Peter’s Hospital Foundation, 315 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208. To leave the family a special message on their Guest Book; view Mary’s Cinematic Life Tribute; obtain a Prayer Card or directions; share a photo or E-Card with the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Mary Norris

February 2, 1918 - January 7, 2010