Mary Agnes Ponticelli

Mary Ponticelli

Mary Agnes Ponticelli, 87, of Brookfield, passed away on December 15th, 2022 after a battle with lung cancer. Mary was born November 19th, 1935 to Daniel & Mary Schweppe in Chicago.
Mary was a dedicated social worker in Chicago and later implemented the PTA at Brook Park elementary and served as the president. She also worked in the cafeteria at RBHS and was instrumental in forming a union.

Mary and Nick eloped 70 years ago and went on to have 4 children, 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Family was the most important thing to Mary, she would say “look what we started Nick.” Mary enjoyed decorating for the holidays including decorating her basement which was lovingly referred to as Mary’s Irish Times. It remained decorated all year. She enjoyed family vacations in Florida and cherished the time she took her daughters to Ireland.

Mary was predeceased by her parents, her brother Daniel (Tiny) and sister Catherine (Mickey). She is survived by her devoted husband Nick, children, Clarice (Tony), Noreen (Cipriano), Michael, and Nickalette (Tom). Her grandchildren, Veronica (Andy), Daniel (Julia), Natalie, Jackie (Tony), Cassandra (Johnny), Conner and Caleb. Her Great grandchildren, Aubree, Kadence, Sophia, Noah, Jackson and Lucas. She was loved deeply, will be missed greatly and will always be remembered.

Visitation will be held at Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 W. 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513 on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M.

Funeral Wednesday 10:30 A.M. to St. Louise de Marillac Church, Mass 11 A.M.

Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside.

A celebration of life will immediately follow, with a special toast of Baileys. Location to be announced.

In lieu of flowers the family requests if you are able, please make a donation to Michael Ponticelli’s home, Aspire Chicago. Mary dedicated her life to ensure her son had the best resources available. https://aspirechicago.com

Information 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com

For those of you that would like to express your condolences to the family, please click on the link below and you can leave the family a message. If you wish to send a Sympathy Card to the Family, please feel free to send it to Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513, c/o the Mary Ponticelli Family. We will gladly forward it on to the family.

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  1. Joe Alamillo condolence:

    My deepest sympathies to Noreen, brother and sisters, in this sad time. Mary was always ready to welcome and invite me to family function when I got to Chicago and interested in how I and my family was doing.She will surely be missed by all.


  2. Geri Smith condolence:

    My prayers and thoughts and love are with you and your family was an honor to have met her She was a wonderful woman loved her family. God bless.


  3. Jan Goldberg condolence:

    We offer our sympathy to all of Mary’s family. She was very special to all who knew her. She will be sorely missed.

    Love,
    Jan and Tom


  4. Bob Feldhaus condolence:

    We met Dear Mary through our Daughter Angela and one of her best Friends Mary and Nicks daughter Nickalette. Mary and Nick frequently invited us to gatherings/parties in their home. Mary & Nick were the BESTIST of Friends. We moved away from the neighborhood moving 4 different times and lost touch. Knowing Mary and Nick was a great Honor for us. Mary and I got along real well. Loved both Mary, Nick plus her Family and friends. In spite of Nick always beating me at Horse Shoes we were always friends. My deepest sympathies to Nick and all of His Family


  5. Alicia Feldhaus condolence:

    My condolences to Mary’s family. She was a special lady. I liked her a lot. We frequently hung out at their house. Our daughter Angela is good friends with their daughter Nickalette. Remembering those get togethers at the park after the parade on the 4th and St. Pats day in their basement. Unfortunately we moved a few times and didn’t see each other lately. She will be missed.


  6. Debbie LaManna condolence:

    My best friend’s mom has passed away and Tom and I are so very sad. We have such wonderful memories of her and Nick through 5 decades, as they frequently invited us to their many fun parties. Saint Patrick’s Day was a stand-out, but there were also birthday parties and BBQ’s. To Mary, the more the merrier, and she showed love through bringing people together to eat, drink and be merry. Mary was fiercely devoted to her family and loved deeply. I consider myself lucky because her beautiful, spunky Irish spirit shines through in her daughter, Noreen. RIP, Mary.


  7. Sam & Deb Buonauro condolence:

    Our prayers, thoughts and love are with Mary’s families in this time. Mary will be missed in our hearts especially we’ll miss her great fun loving times in Florida. We always looked forward to seeing her and her family. May you all be blessed with joy and peace at this sad departure and with great memories of a great Lady as our families will.


  8. Stephanie and David Possum condolence:

    Noreen and family,

    We are thinking of you in this difficult time. We will miss hanging out with Mary in Florida as we have done for all these years. She was such a hoot, and our family adored her. We will pray for you all this holiday season, and I know she will be celebrating with you in spirit! Sending love and hugs!❤️

    David, Stephanie, Brandon and Natalie Possum


  9. Sal Cecala condolence:

    Nickalette sorry to hear about your mom my condolences to you and your family. I loved talking to Mary she always made me laugh she was the best. Always had a good time going over to the Ponticelli residents. Nick and Mary always made me feel like I was part of the family. Watching the boxing matches and sports with Nick on his recliner and of course the St. Pats parties in the basement were the best. God Bless Mary she will never be forgotten.


  10. Dennis Crosby condolence:

    Sending my condolences to the Ponticelli Family. Mary was an amazing woman and showed love and kindness to all who crossed her path. Thank you Mary for the laughter, the love, and the friendship. You will most certainly be missed.


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