Mary F. Paciello

Mary Frances Paciello, 80 of Worcester passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at UMASS Memorial Medical Center.

Mary was born on September 17, 1940 in Worcester, Massachusetts and was preceded in death by her father Valentino Paciello and her mother Lena (Morrison) Paciello.  

She is survived by  Kelly Paciello Goss and husband James of Largo, FL, Kim Dionne of Albany, NY, Parmelius Ray Dionne and wife Hong of Las Vegas, NV,  and Carla Diller of Ocala, FL.  

Mary also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren Kevin, Olivia, Tanner, Bhin and Victoria, and her dear friends Carol, Robin, Gail, Kim and Kerry.

Mary attended Worcester Public Schools and QCC. She worked as a Recreational Therapist, Swim Director and Instructor. She was a woman of faith and loved traveling, knitting, and political causes that advanced human rights.

There are no calling hours.  Burial services will be held privately, and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The family has entrusted Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel of Worcester.

Donations can be made to the St. John’s Food Pantry, 44 Temple St., Worcester, MA 01604