Some people are born with a light that can’t be dimmed, and that was Mary. She didn't just walk into a room; she transformed it, making everyone feel warmer just by being there.
To me, she was so much more than a cousin—she was my soul sister. We shared a bond built on a lifetime of secrets and deep friendship. I’ll especially miss her wisdom; just like a sister should be, she never failed to give me the best advice on family matters, always grounded in love and honesty.
She enriched so many lives that it was a true honor and blessing to know her. While the world feels a little dimmer today, I’m a better person because she was in my life.
I am beyond heartbroken. I love you, little Mary.
Dianna Lazzara Maniscalco