Dr. Mary Dolores Costanzo

Dr. Mary Dolores Costanzo

November 7, 1938 – June 4, 2026

Dr. Mary Dolores Costanzo, 87, of Anthony, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Anne Theresa DeSarli Pacelli and Americo Ralph George Pacelli, Mary was a lifelong learner with a passion for education. She earned her Doctorate in Organizational Management and Leadership and dedicated more than 20 years of her life to teaching, mentoring, and inspiring others. An avid reader, she found joy in books, learning, and sharing her knowledge with those around her.

Mary was known for her strength, intelligence, resilience, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose wisdom, guidance, and unconditional love touched countless lives. Her family was her greatest joy, and she took immense pride in each of their accomplishments.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anne Theresa DeSarli Pacelli and Americo Ralph George Pacelli.

Mary is survived by her daughters, Kimberly Noonan, Cheryl Thompson, and Dawn Costanzo Roberts; her brother, Joseph Pacelli; her grandchildren, Michael Isler, Sarah Isler, Jessica Lopez, Michael F. Chatigny Jr., Christopher Noonan, Brandon Noonan, and Cheyanne Chapman; seven great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends who will cherish her memory.

Mary’s legacy of love, strength, education, and family devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Countryside Funeral Home.