Mary Ann Paganelli

April 3, 1937 ~
February 26, 2023

Mary Ann Paganelli, age 85, of Wyoming was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, February 26, 2023 after a battle with dementia. Mary was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Carl T. Paganelli. Mary was a warm, caring, loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a joyful woman who saw the good in everyone she met. Mary was loved by so many. She always knew how to brighten someone’s day and make them feel loved. She treated everyone with kindness and respect. Mary was the first Manager of the Kenowa Municipal Credit Union, later known as the Kenowa Community Credit Union, from its inception. She always put the needs of her family and friends ahead of her own. She was a warm, gracious host for gatherings of friends and especially family. Mary was very community minded and supported her husband Carl, during his tenure on the Wyoming City Council, as well as supporting Carl’s officiating career. She supported and attended her children’s and grandchildren’s athletic and school events. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons; Perry, Carl, and Dino Paganelli; grandchildren, Carley Marie (Justin) Kristich, Crysta Paganelli, Brady, Jake, and Katelyn Paganelli; sister, Kathryn (Norman) Gadzinski. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 10 AM at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 4101 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Friday, March 3 from 4 to 7 PM at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming and one hour prior to services at church. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Grand Rapids Community College - Paganelli Foundation at 143 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or Aquinas College Athletic Department - Christy Paganelli-Jaklinski Scholarship at 1700 Fulton St. E, Grand Rapids MI 49506.

Visitation
Friday, March 3
4:00pm - 7:00pm

MKD - Wyoming
4031 Clyde Park Ave. SW
Wyoming, MI 49509
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Phone: (616) 534-5417

Visitation
Saturday, March 4
9:00am - 10:00am

St. John Vianney Church
4101 Clyde Park SW
Wyoming, MI 49509
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Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday, March 4
10:00am

St. John Vianney Church
4101 Clyde Park SW
Wyoming, MI 49509
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Leave Your Tribute Message

March 08, 2023 6:13am
Dino, Carl, Perry and family, we pass along our sympathy and prayers. Mary touched so many others through her life. Some of my treasured AFL memories were seeing your Mom through the years when she'd travel with your Dad. She left her mark in this world.

- Neil and Cheryl Brunner

March 07, 2023 4:44pm
Dear Dino, Carl and Perry, I was so sorry to hear about your mom. And I'm especially sorry I did not see the news until the day after the service. I would have liked to be able to give my conlolences in person. I just started getting the GR Press Sunday and saw that I had missed the service. I think you all know how special your whole family has been to me in my practice. I was honored to be trusted to care for you and your parents over so many years. Your mom and dad were both such wonderful people to see. Always so kind and happy. I think I am the one who always felt better after seeing them in my office! I hope you all find some comfort in all the good memories with your mom over the years. My prayers are with you all.

- David Kutsche

March 06, 2023 2:44pm
Perry, Carl, Dino and family. Prayers and condolences to all of you. You all know she was the “Football Mom” to all of us. Rusty Spindel 🙏❤️🏈

- Rusty Spindel

March 05, 2023 11:57am
My deepest condolences to Perry, Carl and Dino and their families. Mary was just a great person. Always carrying and friendly. Thinking of you and your family and my sympathy to all. Tom Nauta and Suzy Cook

- Tom Nauta

March 05, 2023 9:03am
Sorry to learn of the loss of Mary. Wishing God's peace for Mary and your family.Prayers for you all.

- chuck bocskey

March 03, 2023 9:43am
My deepest sympathies to the family. What a beautiful lady Mary was. May her memories be eternal. RIP. Tom Krispinsky

- Tom Krispinsky

March 02, 2023 10:11am
Sympathy goes to the Paganelli family, I worked for Mary until she retired and her nickname was the "energizer bunny". She was not only my boss, but a dear friend.

- Sue Nelson

March 02, 2023 9:38am
Deepest sympathies to the Paganelli family. Carl and Mary meant a great deal to the Wyoming area, especially to the school district where their children attended. The children, in turn, have carried on their positive legacy.

- Jon and Janet Nichols

March 02, 2023 9:37am
Deepest sympathies to the Paganelli family. Carl and Mary meant a great deal to the Wyoming area, especially to the school district where their children attended. The children, in turn, have carried on their positive legacy.

- Jon and Janet Nichols

March 01, 2023 11:06pm
Deepest sympathy for your family's loss. Only met Mary once but readily recognized where the compassion and positive spirit in the Paganelli family originated. She was lovely and gracious. Prayers for you all. Steve and Lisa Newman

- Steve Newman

March 01, 2023 8:25pm
We extend our condolences to all our good friends in the Paganelli family. We remember many good times with Mary, Carl and the boys, and appreciate the friendship and support extended to us. We will miss her smile and spirit. Our sympathy to you. Karen and Dave Witvoet

- Dave and Karen Witvoet

March 01, 2023 6:46pm
Mary will be missed by everyone, especially by all the football officials that she touched in her life. My deepest condolences to the family. I will miss Mary in a personal way as she touched my life on many occasions.

- Darrel Leftwich




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