Graziano, Mary Baiardo

Mary Annunziata Baiardo Graziano, a true matriarch, lived to be 100 and a half years old. She

was born on February 14, 1921 in Manhattan, New York. She passed away on August 28, 2021 in Sun City Center, Florida where she had resided since 2014. She was the second child born to Peter and Erminia Baiardo. She was married to the late Paul S. Graziano on May 9, 1942 in New Castle, Kentucky. Mary was predeceased by her beloved son, Stephen E. Graziano and her loving sister and brother-in-law, Enis and Frances Azzinaro.

Mary is survived by a loving family who will cherish her memory; her devoted daughter Mary and husband Kert, her son Paul, her son Robert and his wife Nancy, her daughters-in-law: Peggy, Pam and Sharon, her five grandsons and their wives: Rocko and Robyn, Steven and Manisha, Glenn and Phuong, John and Allison, Christopher and Ashlee and two granddaughters: Harmony and Manna. Mary was also blessed with eight great- grandchildren who will carry on her legacy – Annunziata Mary, Harley, Christopher, Kiren, Connor, Cole, Rory and Brooks, along with many nieces and nephews.

Mary led a life of selflessness and service to others, and she provided a century long example of unconditional love, kindness, sacrifice and generosity. She dedicated her life to raising her children and growing the Graziano family, as well as completing the New York Times Crossword – in pen! She provided laughter and fond memories to her family, friends and loved ones. Mary’s traditions, including baking “oochies” every Christmas, will be carried on through her grandchildren and great-grandchildren!

Her legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone who was lucky enough

to know her. For service information please visit www.obdavisportjefferson. com