MARY CHRISTINE MONTGOMERY (nee De Angelis) age 93, beloved wife for 56 years of the late Jerry K.; loving mother of Nanette Wilson (husband Stephen) Karyn Brown (husband Jeff), Robyn Melkerson (husband Ted), and the late Timothy; devoted grandmother of Shelby and Mitch Brown, Jeremy and Jessica Wilson, Nicole (nee Melkerson) McNamara (husband Derek), Kyllan (nee Melkerson) Smearman (husband Jacob) and Theresa (nee Melkerson) Trench (wife Zelda) and great-grandmother of Isabella, Elle, Vince, Giovanni, and Atalina; cherished daughter of the late Salvatore and Brigida (nee Sanelli) De Angelis; cherished sister of the late Barbara Sabelli (husband Enrico, deceased), Luisa Aponte (husband Enrique, deceased), Antonio De Angelis Sr. (wife Joanne, deceased), Aurelio De Angelis (wife Mabel, deceased), and Francesco De Angelis (wife Sue); dear aunt and great-aunt of many, treasured friend of Elizabeth Lajueness and Karen Lisenberger.
Mary was born on October 6, 1928 in Cleveland and passed away on June 21, 2022. A lifelong Catholic, she was a faithful parishioner of St. Mary’s Church in Chardon, where she was a member of the bereavement and prayer groups and the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary. Mary worked at the library and was a secretary for various Chardon businesses. She also sold real estate and volunteered at Geauga hospitals. Mary was talented at many hand crafts, including sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, counted cross stitch, and embroidery. She also enjoyed reading, cooking, and eating ice cream, especially vanilla and butter pecan, which were her favorites.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Mary to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, The City Mission, or a charity of your choice.
Cremation by DeJohn Crematory.
Mass of Christian Burial Monday, June 27, 2022 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 401 North St., Chardon, OH 44024 at 10 AM. Private burial at All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Mary at THE CHURCH from 9-10 AM.
Arrangements by DeJOHN Funeral Home & Crematory of Chardon (formerly Ritondaro).
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Kelli Brickman
Mary was a treasure to all that were blessed to know her. She was an amazing person. I met her through the Women’s Renewal group. She will be missed.
Robyn Melkerson
Thank you Kelli for your kind words
Shelby Brown
Best Nina ever! I’m so fortunate to have had such a loving, doting grandma, and cherish all the memories I have of being her little ‘bag baby.’
Robyn Melkerson
Love you honey! Your mom is pretty awesome as well
Mitch
Nina was wonderful grandmother – I couldn’t have been more lucky to have her. I have so many lovely memories of sleep overs and adventures with her. She will be missed greatly.
Robyn Melkerson
She will Mitch. I have a special story Nina lobed to tell about you. Private ears so ask me next time you see me.
Robyn Melkerson
She was amazing for sure! Your mom and I were just looking at some of her things and I said ‘she remembered everything and I wish I had written it all down’ bc now? Your mom agreed. Nina had special memories of each and everyone of you.
Love you sweetie
Darlene Crudele
Nina was a beautiful soul and will be dearly missed. Such a welcoming smile to all. My kids grew up and still refer to her as Nina. Heavens garden is a little fuller and even more vibrant with her beautiful smile . May you feel Gods presence through this difficult time.
Love Darlene
Robyn Melkerson
Thank you Darlene for such beautiful words. I’m so happy the kids felt they had another grandmother. We can all use extra. Heaven is happy and her greatest desire was to be with God when it was her time.
John and Bernie Greaves
So sorry to hear about your mom. She is at peace and with your dad. Of course I remember her from St. Mary’s and your dad from the Middle School. Deepest sympathies to all your families. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Bernie Greaves
Nanette Wilson
Thank you both for the kind words. She was special and I will miss her terribly.
Gina Nieves Bowman
Nanette, Karyn and Robyn, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Our prayers are with you all during this time.
Robyn Melkerson
Thank you Gina. What wonderful childhood memories we have with our families! We were all blessed to have each other in our lives.
Robyn Melkerson
Thank you so much. We all appreciate the prayers, kind words and happy memories everyone has of our mom and grandmother.
Debra S Calabrese
So sorry for your loss.
Terry and Debbie Calabrese
Robyn Melkerson
Thank you very much for your condolences. She was a wonderful person.