Mary Jane Mazzoni

Mary Jane Mazzoni, 83, of Camillus, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2010 with her loving family by her side. Born and raised in Syracuse, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Elsie Re. After graduating from high school, she went on to become a hairdresser. Mary Jane lived in Camillus most of her life and was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church. An avid gardener, she was a member of the Marcellus Garden Club. She volunteered for many community organizations, including the Camillus Octagon House where she was an active volunteer for 40 years. Mary Jane also worked on the Board of Elections. An avid antique and doll collector, she was a member of the Senonda Doll Club. She enjoyed traveling and reading. Her greatest joy was being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mary Jane was predeceased by her first husband, Richard Caltagirone; second husband, Mario Mazzoni; son, Robert Mazzoni; and brother, Paul Re. Surviving are her daughters, Louise Caltagirone of Camillus and Deborah Gilchrist of Solvay; sons, Richard Caltagirone (Veronica Heffernan) of Syracuse and Michael Caltagirone of Old Forge; adopted son, David (Susan) Mazzoni of Syracuse; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday, November 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Services will be at noon Wednesday, December 1 at the funeral home and at 12:30 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Church where a funeral Mass will be celebrated. Mary Jane will be laid to rest in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. Contributions may be made to the Camillus Octagon House, 5420 West Genesee St., Camillus, NY 13031 or to one’s favorite charity.