Mary Ann B. Ciulla

Born on April 25, 1929

Died on April 24, 2024

Predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Vincent “Jim” Ciulla; parents, Roy S Backes and Gertrude Backes; children, David F Ciulla and Kathleen M Ciulla.

Survived by her daughters and sons in law: Jean Ciulla (Ray Schlitzer); Anne (Richard) Romano.

Grandchildren: James Olek, Jr (Lisa Strylowski), Jonathan Olek, Andrew (Kaitlin) Olek, Nicholas (Ashley) Romano, Thomas (Joanna) Romano.

Great-Grandchildren: Lucy, Liliana, Alexander, Vincent, Dominic, Emilia, Gio

Mary Ann died one day before her 95th birthday. She earned her BA-MEd at Nazareth University in Rochester, NY.  She taught reading locally for several years. She was co-owner of the Silk Forest in Danville, CA, founder of the Blackhawk Women’s Club. Mary Ann was a past president of the AAUW in Rochester, NY, member of the Penfield Art Association and Perinton Painters. 

Painting was her joy in retirement, she volunteered in community and church groups in all the cities where she lived.

Funeral Mass on Saturday, May 11, 2024, 12:00 PM at St. John of Rochester Church, 8 Wickford Way, Fairport, NY 14450. Internment to follow at White Haven Memorial Park, 210 Marsh Rd., Pittsford, NY 14534.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Foodlink, 2011 Mt. Read Blvd, Rochester, NY, 14615 or website; https://foodlinkny.org


Comments

4 responses to “Ciulla, Mary Ann B.”

  1. Doris Hooker Avatar
    Doris Hooker

    Mary Ann you were a force of nature! Your sweet painterly artwork always memorable. You will be missed.

  2. Linda Dewhirst Avatar
    Linda Dewhirst

    I have so many wonderful memories of Mary Ann…a kind and gracious woman. We worked together in Rush Henrietta where our friendship began.
    Mary Ann was a talented and giving woman. My deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one.
    Linda Dewhirst

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    PEGGY Place

    She was a vibrant member of the Solstice community. RIP Mary Ann. Condolences to her family from a grateful recipient of your generosity.

  4. John & Suzanne (Costich) Cordeiro Avatar
    John & Suzanne (Costich) Cordeiro

    Our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences. May God Bless!