Mary Capozza

Elmira Age 87, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility with her family at her side on Sunday, December 15, 2013. Mary was born in Elmira on Nov. 15, 1926, a daughter of Nicholas and Theresa Mucci. She was predeceased by her husband Nicholas Capozza and brother and sister-in-law James and Joan Mucci. Mary is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Carol A. and Lanny Yacovou, Waterford CT, Mary M. and Michael Prunier, Pine City; sons and daughter-in-law, Daniel Capozza, Wesley Chapel FL, Michael and Carol Capozza, Gilroy CA; grandchildren, Loucas Yacovou, Kristina (Steve) Simmons, Nicholas Yacovou, Kristy (Harry) Scorse, Robert Martin, Lindsay, Ryan and McKenzie Capozza; great grandson, Michael Simmons; step grandchildren, Samantha, Meghan and Michael Prunier Jr.; sister and brother-in-law Philomena and Thomas Saracene, Elmira; brother and sister-in-law, John and Shirley Mucci, Elmira; sister-in-law Anna Bonsignore, Horseheads; several nieces and nephews. Mary was a long time communicant of St. Patrick's Church. After raising her family she went to work in the Elmira College bookstore for several years. Mary loved working at the bookstore and, in turn, was loved by the people she worked with. Mary's greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. Even in her final days, her grandchildren and her great grandson would bring a smile to Mary's face when nothing else would. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Elmira on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations in Mary's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility, 555 St. Joseph's Blvd, Elmira NY 14901. Mary's family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the St. Joseph's Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility Staffs on both the 3rd and 5th floors for the wonderful care they provided to Mary over the last few years.