Mrs. Hermine (Graylin) Mancino

Mrs. Hermine (Graylin) Mancino, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with her loving family and friends by her side, after a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Born in Brooklyn, NY on January 16, 1955, Hermine was the daughter of Doris (Haimowitz) Graylin and the late Sy Graylin. She received her elementary and secondary education in Queens, NY. She continued her collegiate studies at SUNY Cortland and Penn State where she received her Bachelor's degree in Anthropology. She subsequently earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. On May 17, 1987 she married Philip J. Mancino with whom she shared her love, strength, plans, promises, and humor. Their journey of life together traversed 28 years. Hermine held a position as a Psychiatric Social Worker at the Central New York Psychiatric Center providing therapy, social rehabilitation, crisis intervention, and outreach services to patients. Her giving and compassionate nature coupled with her sense of humor inherited from her dad and her generous spirit, added to her success in all her endeavors. Hermine maintained a positive perspective through the adversities of her illness and persisted in living a normal life. She appreciated her family and friends and was an inspiration and beacon of hope to all. She loved to travel with her husband, especially to the wine country and Vernon Downs. She loved the Mets, Jeopardy, reading, music, and concerts at Turning Stone. On March 20th she attended her last concert - Billy Joel performing at the Carrier Dome. Hermine is survived by her husband, Philip; her mother, Doris; her sister, Audrey Graylin of Pittsburgh, PA; and her canine son, “Monty”, a miniature Schnauzer who she cherished so dearly. Hermine will be remembered by her nieces and nephews, especially Caleb, Carly, and Levi; her aunts, uncles, cousins, and in-laws, including Carol McGraw, and Bob Wheeler. Hermine touched so many lives and held close to her heart the friendships she formed over the years. She was predeceased by her in-laws, Anthony and Mary Mancino, and Marie Wheeler. The family expresses sincere appreciation to Hermine’s caregivers over the years, especially Shelly, Nickey, Danielle, Christine, and Karen “Hazel” for the friendship and care shown to her; and the nurses and staff of the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center Critical Care Unit for their professionalism and compassion. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Friday from 12:00 noon -1:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Those wishing to express an act of kindness may make a donation to the Stevens-Swan Humane Society in lieu of flowers; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Hermine’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Friday afternoon at 1:00 at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation. In honor of Hermine’s love for the New York Mets and baseball, the family asks that you wear your favorite sports jersey when you bid her your final farewell.

Mrs. Hermine (Graylin) Mancino

January 16, 1955 - May 5, 2015