It's so difficult to write this and so difficult to think of saying goodbye to Aunt Mare. I grew up loving her as more than an aunt. We were close in a way that few people I know are lucky enough to have. I was fortunate to share so many good and important times with Aunt Mary. I'll always remember hanging out on 47th Street and then her and Mom visiting me on Long Island. Those days were some of my fondest. If it wasn't for Aunt Mary I wouldn't know how to make the best broccoli rabe ( nevermind that she would cut and clean them for me). She would encourage me when I was discouraged , support me and cheer for me. Diane and Susan, my heart goes to you during this difficult time. Please know you were wonderful daughters. Try and find some peace in that. Aunt Gin, the 3 sister's love and bond was always strong and that will never change. My heart goes to you at this sad time.

My children, Dan and I will trully miss Aunt Mary. Our extended family once again will never be the same. We love you Aunt Mare.

Always and forever, Judi Dan Zachary Benjamin and Emily

Susan, we share the sadnes and loss you feel at this difficult time. You are like a member of our own family and our hearts break for you now. We send prayers and condolences to you and your family. Take comfort in your memories and the thought that no matter what, our mothers are always with us.

With love,

Lisa and Gary

Our sincere condolences and prayers to the loving family of Mary Pallotto. Mary will always be remembered for her uncanny sense of humor and strength. She could always make you laugh even in the most dire circumstances and her family values were only surpassed by her love for her two wonderful daughters and her grandchildren and adorable great-grandchildren. Even last year, despite her ill health, she baked her pizzelles and sent me a tin.

We hope happy memories will give her family the strength to get through this difficult time.

Diane,

I am so very sorry for your loss. It is easy to say that your mom is in a better place, and pain free. But we both know those are hollow words. I hope, instead, that you take comfort in knowing that you were a wonderful daughter to her who did everything you could to make your mom's time here on earth full of love and laughter. These last few months have been difficult, I know. But you inherited your mom's strength. She was, I know, very proud of the wonderful care and attention you gave her all these years, and especially these last few months. I do hope that you can find solace in knowing this. From one daughter to another, if you ever need me, just call. Anytime. God Bless you, Susan and your families.

Diane, Susan and Mom,

It’s hard to believe my beautiful Aunt Mary is no longer with us. Without fail and up until the very end she had me laughing with her wit and sense of humor and that is what I will always remember about her. I consider myself fortunate to have had the honor of being her youngest niece and goddaughter for over 50 years and only wish we could have had her for a little longer. But she was tired and ready to be reunited with her parents, husband, sister, and brother in laws and finally at peace. Always know that you were wonderful daughters and sister to her and she clearly loved and counted on all of you and you never let her down. She was a force bigger than life and it’s up to us to continue on in her memory and be there for one another in good times and in bad. What better way to honor a one of a kind woman like Mary was. She will be missed beyond words but even though she has been taken from all of us no one can take away the many many memories that we will forever cherish. I find comfort in the fact that I still have the beautiful pink and purple blanket she made me as a child and am wrapped up in it right now as I reflect on her life. Until we meet again Aunt Mar Mar. Love and miss you.

Dear Diane, Susan and Virginia

I would like to offer you and your family our deepest and most sincere condolences and may the soul of your wonderful Mom , (she was like a mother for me ,my wonderful friend) ,REST IN PEACE.

I’m honored and blessed to have know your Mom .She was truly a blessing in my life. She was a wonderful woman with big HEART.

Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. I will miss her .

You and your family are in our prayers . I’m thinking about you and sending love .

My condolences ❤️RIP

Dear Diane, Susan,and Aunt Gin,

It is with heavy heart that we write this, and are searching for the right words. While we are sad and wish Aunt Mary was still with us, we should celebrate her life. Aunt Mary was always there, a consistent factor, or should I say force, in our extended, but close family. From my second dinners on 47th street, to insisting on cooking chicken and roasted potatoes when the Madia family popped in on her in Freehold, to the world-famous Christmas Eve fish salad and holiday pizzelles, that was Aunt Mary.

She looked like royalty in her gown at the last wedding, and was so proud of her daughters and grandchildren. Her mind was exceptional, she could remember dates, actors, actresses and always tell whether the Enquirer was fact or faction.

She was a true companion to Anna, having both lost their spouses within a year. They enjoyed trips to Susan’s, Diane’s, NJ and Long Island, including hot spots like Pastosa, the “new” two level Pathmark, Rumbleseats, Bayard Street for won ton skins, and most of all their Atlantic City trips – they really enjoyed going to Showboat.

We pray for your strength, courage and continued faith, although times like this test us all. We can say that God had a plan for Mary, terrific years growing up in Brooklyn with loving sisters Virginia and Anna, raising two wonderful daughters with a loving husband, and a final chapter in NJ, surrounded by a dedicated family. We’re confident Mary is sitting with Johnnie, Anna, Ernie and Nick, listening to Frank Sinatra and watching over us. We hope that in time you, and all of us, can take some solace in the fond memories and wonderful times together.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy and all our love, Terri, Michael, Gregory & Quentin