Mrs. June Marie (Hardt) Maugeri

Mrs. June Marie (Hardt) Maugeri, age 59, of Frankfort, passed into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, August 25, 2011 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with the support of her loving family by her side. Born in Utica on May 20, 1952, June was the daughter of Virginia “Gina” Hardt and the late Charles “Buddy” Hardt. Raised and educated in local schools, she was a member of the 1st graduating class of J.F. Kennedy High School in 1969, and then continued her studies at M.V.C.C. On August 13, 1988 she wed Thomas V. Maugeri, Sr. with whom she shared 23 years; they were compatible and their life together was graced with gentle and tender moments for each of them. They began their relationship as best friends and remained so in a loving and mutually respectful marriage. One of the best attributes of their life was their shared laughter. As a wife, she was a source of comfort and care for her husband and children, and she maintained her home with great pride and devotion. June’s career with Oneida County spanned over 35 years, serving first in the Social Services Department as a case worker, then in the District Attorney’s office under the direction of Barry Donalty as a victim/witness coordinator. She was truly knowledgeable, highly valued for her expertise, and supportive in advocating for victims and their families. She shared a great camaraderie with her co-workers and retired from the workforce on July 12, 2007. As a mother, her instincts were always directed at facilitating her children to be the best they could be. She raised them with affection, encouragement, and support, and taught them with the outstanding values that she learned from her own parents. She had a unique way of being “best friends” to all of her children. She was independent, diligent in her career, loyal to her friends, and generous to a great degree. She loved to entertain at her home, with her friends gathered on the back deck. She looked forward to holiday celebrations and fun-loving occasions, with the focus of preserving family traditions which were very dear to her. She was a woman of impeccable taste, elegant style, and a gracious personality. She was also blessed with the gift of eternal optimism always embracing with enthusiasm the best that life had to offer. She appreciated the fine arts enjoying an eclectic style of music. Her eyes saw the beauty in the ocean and her soul felt the serenity of its shores. She took pleasure in traveling and spending time at her home in Florida. She volunteered her time to many charitable causes, supported local civic organizations, and took pride in creating ‘themed’ baskets of cheer for fund raising events. She was steadfast in her spiritual beliefs and held a special adoration for Sts. Cosmos and Damiano Society. She volunteered her time at the annual festivals of her home parish, St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church. June is survived by her husband, Tommy; her children, Kelly Lynn, Jaime Lynn, Tommy Jr. and Carrie; her grandson, Landon, who was one of her great joys; her adored mother Gina; and her sisters and brother-in-law, Virginia and Marty Landesman, and Regina Talerico and Mark Sirianni. In addition, she leaves many nieces and nephews, including Chelsea Talerico, Ashley Talerico, Michael Maugeri, Jr., and Vinny Maugeri; great-niece Isabella; cousins, aunts and uncles, including Jane and Don Skermont who were also her godparents; her mother-in-law, Lillian Maugeri; father-in-law, Vincent Sr. and his wife Denise Maugeri; and her in-laws, Vincent and Barbara Maugeri, and Michael and DeeDee Maugeri, Nicole and Brian Yaghey and Kelly and David Sherline. She was also blessed with many friendships and was looked upon as being a devoted and loyal person and shared many special occasions with “the group” who were her extended family. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Virginia and Paul Fierro. The family wishes to thank all those who assisted in maintaining June’s quality of life: Dr. Theresa Gentile, Dr. Joseph Booth, Dr. John Crawford, Dr. Clifford Soults; the caring staff of the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center, the Rapid Response Team, and the personnel of all Departments; Sister Maureen Denn, for her years of friendship; and local clergy for pastoral support. Visitation will be held Sunday (today) from 2:00-5:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. The family will remain until all visitors are received. Those wishing to express an act of kindness may make a donation to the Comprehensive Breast Care Center of Utica; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. June’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Monday morning at 9:00 from the funeral home and at 10:00 at St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church where her Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. Anthony P. LaFache. Committal prayers and interment will take place graveside in Calvary Cemetery.

Mrs. June Marie (Hardt) Maugeri

May 20, 1952 - August 25, 2011