Marie V. Surace

With deep sadness, we share the passing of Marie Veronica Surace on April 2, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on March 24, 1933, to Frank and Mary H. (Udice) Partenzi in White Plains, NY. On November 13, 1955, she married the love of her life, Rudolph (Thomas )Surace, and together they raised five children: Michael, Thomas, Stephen, Jean, and Robert. Marie lived her life in Hawthorne, NY, surrounded by family and friends.

Marie worked as a telephone operator for New York Telephone Company and later for the Mt. Pleasant Public Schools, where she retired after many years of dedicated service. She was a devoted member of Holy Rosary Church in Hawthorne, living her faith with quiet grace.

Marie was predeceased by her parents, her husband Rudolph her sister Joan, son Michael, and her daughter Jean.

She is survived by her children, Thomas, his wife Sandy, Stephen (Terri), Robert (Dorene); her grandchildren, David, his wife Dina , Christopher, his wife Irene, Stephen, Tara, her husband Joe, Robert Jr., and Gianna; her great-grandchildren, Stella, Dylan, Rocco, Sadie, and Ryder; and numerous nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews, who will all remember her love and kindness.

Family meant everything to Marie. Sundays and holidays were always filled with laughter, the comforting smells of her home-cooked meals, and the joy of welcoming everyone to her table. Her happiest moments were spent at the lake, surrounded by her grandchildren, laughing, playing, and simply enjoying each other's company. Her love was steady and unconditional, touching everyone fortunate enough to know her. Marie's warmth, her kindness, and the huge heart she shared so freely will be remembered and cherished by all who loved her.