Mary (Carucci) Iovine

Mrs. Mary (Carucci) Iovine, nearly 100 years of age, of Utica, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 5, 2007, in the comfort of her home. Born in Bari, Italy on May 18, 1907, Mary was the daughter of the late Frank and Maria (Donvito) Carucci. As a child, she came to the Utica area where she was raised and educated. She shared a blessed union with Anthony A. “Tony” Iovine who passed away on February 12, 1998. Her first marriage was on June 25, 1925 to Samuel DeJoseph who passed away in 1946, and from this relationship they lost a daughter, Vita Marie. She subsequently married Nicholas Mallozzi who died in 1957. Style and grace were Mary’s trademarks, and she was passionate about commitments. Along with her husband and her Carucci brothers, she was the co-owner and operator of the Madison Bowling Alley. She assisted in the daily operation of the business, retiring in 1958. A woman of strong character, she was especially proud of her home and tended to it with much pride and vision. Family functions were always made more special through her hospitality. She was proud of her Italian heritage, her loved ones, and the respect and honor they shared with her. She had a wonderful outlook on life, and “parties” were her favorite times. Her family was recently preparing to honor her at a birthday celebration of 100 years, for which she was so excited. Mary was a true believer in the Lord and took solace in her relationship with Him. She was a communicant of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Mary is survived by her step-daughter and son-in-law, Virginia and John Cecilia and their children, Joann and Steve Carl, Patricia Cecilia and Lori and Jeff Farrell. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Vita Marie Joseph. Also surviving is her sister and brother-in-law, Vinny and Anthony Servadio of Whitesboro; many nieces, nephews, especially acknowledging Joseph and Janet Carucci of Whitesboro, great-nieces, great-nephews, including a special great-nephew, Joey Belmonte of Utica; cousins, especially Antoinette Bambino and Marie Delgato; and her in-law, Antoinette Leone of Utica. She was predeceased by her sister and brother-in-law, Emma and Joseph Bambino; her brothers and sister-in-law, Joseph and Edith Carucci, John Carucci and Angelo Carucci; her beloved nieces, Marie Belmonte, Maria Theresa Servadio; her nephew, Frank Carucci; and numerous in-laws. The family offers heartfelt appreciation to Mary’s longtime friend and physician, Dr. Samuel Rubino. Also, thanks to Dr. Kachare for being attentive and concerned; and to the staff of the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center for their kindness. Mary had the excellent care and love of her home health aides Roger, Sally, Virginia, Jody, and Louise. Visitation will be held Tuesday (today) from 5:00 – 7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. For those wishing to do so, memorial donations may be made in Mary’s honor to the St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish Renovation Fund; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Mary’s funeral will commence on Wednesday morning at 8:30 from the funeral home and at 9:30 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish at Mt. Carmel Church. Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery.

Mary (Carucci) Iovine

May 18, 1907 - May 5, 2007