Mary Ann Paganelli

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.