Mary "Marion" Ann (Scalzo) Barton , VRHS Class of 1943
Barton, Mary Ann ALBANY Mary Ann Barton, beloved mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother, entered into eternal life on Thursday, March 30, 2017, at the age of 92. She was born in Tiriolo, Calabria, Italy to Maria and Guiseppe Scalzo. When Mary Ann was six, they immigrated to the United States and eventually settled in Rensselaer, where she lived most of her life. After graduation from Van Rensselaer High School, she went to work as a secretary and spent many years in that profession. She retired in 1989 from the Anchor Insurance Agency in Albany. Mary Ann was a beautiful woman who took great pride in her appearance. Her smile would light up a room. She was smart and witty and loved by all who knew her. An avid reader and card player, she also loved traveling. Her family was the joy of her life and she was happiest when they were together. She'll be missed more than words could ever express. Predeceased by her husband, Leonard; and her cousin, Josephine Grubsick; she is survived by her daughters, Theresa (Mark) Morris, Christine Hesler and Maria (Gary) Shuhart; her grandchildren, Courtney (Scott Gliosca) Morris, Matthew, Thomas and Eryn Hesler, Jared (Sonia), Zachary and Kara Shuhart; and her great-granddaughter, Annabelle Shuhart. Mary Ann's family wishes to thank the staff of Cedar and Willow Units at Capital Living Nursing Home, for the excellent care they provided to her during her stay.