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Mary Bova Obituary


"Our Loving Daughter"

Mary J. Bova, age 53 of North East Twp., died at her residence on the evening of Tuesday, July 9, 2013 following a series of lengthy illnesses. She was born in Erie on December 7, 1959, the youngest child of Dominic A. and Josephine D. Filutze Bova of North East.

Mary Jo was a graduate of North East High School and Villa Maria College. She was previously employed as a recreational therapist by Health South Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie. Over the years she helped in the kitchen of Bova's Restaurant and Pizzeria, her family's restaurant. There she had cooked alongside her parents, her grandmothers, a dear aunt Angie Ballew and her brother. She developed many close ties of friendship with her co-workers at Bova's who were very faithful in their care and concern for her in these last years of declining health.

Mary Jo loved music, playing drums and guitar in local bands that she helped to establish. She also enjoyed watching movies, gardening and playing cards. She especially loved animals and caring for her own pets, most recently her dog "Sassy". Mary will always be remembered for the dedication and loving care she provided to all her clients and most especially to both her grandmothers in their last years; Carrie J. DiPasquale and Anna M. Filutze. She was also preceded in death by her grandfathers, Adolph S. Bova (Grace M.) and Samuel J. Filutze.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister, Karen A. Philip (Barry) and her brother, Donald J. Bova all of North East; her two nephews: Robert D. Taylor of Lawrence Park and Richard K. Taylor of North East. Mary Jo is also survived by her aunt, Antoinette Presutti (Plas) of Millcreek; her uncle, Samuel R. Filutze (Ann) of North East and many loving cousins.

The entire Bova family wishes to express their sincere and heartfelt appreciation to the many health care professionals, medical teams and nurses who lovingly cared for our Mary Jo during her illness.

Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., East, 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to attend a prayer service there on Saturday at 9:45 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Gregory R.C. Church in North East at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at St. Gregory Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Nursing Services of North East, 7 Park St., North East, PA 16428 or to the North East F.D. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 89, North East, PA 16428.

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Published by The Gazette from Jul. 11 to Jul. 12, 2013.

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Debbie Maloof-Quandt

July 17, 2013

sorry for your loss.

July 15, 2013

Dear Bova Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers are holding you tight.
Kindly,
Fawn Rose Murray

Samantha Brown

July 14, 2013

Bovas, I'm so sorry for your loss. I will miss Mary so much! She was an amazing co-worker and I learned so much from her. Every time I make chocolate covered bacon I will think of her. I am glad I was able to have her in my life and Emery's life. We loved her so much!

July 14, 2013

Dear Family,

I was so saddened to hear of Mary's passing. She was a dear friend to me, so caring and helpful all the time. She was far too young to leave us, but she is at peace now and in a better place. She will be missed and thought of often.

Char Illig

July 14, 2013

S;orry we didn't get to talk to you after the Mass. It was a beautiful celebration and tribute to Mary.
Our deepest sympathy,
Anne and Carl Wolf

tina sorci

July 13, 2013

May God comfort you in your time of loss. I enjoyed working with Mary when we worked at HealthSouth.

Yvonne Prichard Nodes

July 12, 2013

Dear Bova Family: My deepest sympathies to you on Mary's passing. She left this earth far too young, rest in peace.

Corinne McCracken

July 12, 2013

May God Bless Mary and her family. You all are in my prayers. Mary was a very compassionate person and cared for so many. I am glad to have known her and Sassy.

Gary+Kathy Wassink

July 12, 2013

sorry to hear about Mary

Char Heverly

July 12, 2013

Mary was always a pleasure to be around, and always gave her best to her patients. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheri Husted (Williamson)

July 12, 2013

I am so sorry for the passing of Mary. I remember always picking on me when we were growing up! I also worked with her at Health South a few years back. May she RIP now and forever.

Bernie O'Connor

July 12, 2013

Mary was a great therapist and a good friend. She will be missed!

July 12, 2013

May Mary rest in peace. I pray that Mary led a full life and enjoyed her passions.
She was very talented, kind, and creative. Mary was strongly devoted to her family.
I cherish the fond memories of our eleven years together.
Elaine M. Grabinski, Clarion County

Mary J Westcott

July 12, 2013

May The Lord comfort you during this difficult time. Your family is in our prayers.

Tom Presutti

July 12, 2013

My cousin and my friend . You will be missed and remembered forever .

July 11, 2013

Donny, Josie & Family,
So sorry to read about Mary Jo's passing. She was a sweet person and will be sorely missed by many.
Your cousins,
Dennis & Jolynn Agostini

Sarah "Sallie Saul" Bentley

July 11, 2013

My memories of Mary are so happy, what a wonderful co-worker she was, and even a better friend. I was blessed to meet the Bova Family, and have great memories of spending time playing cards in the basement !!! And of course eating the wonderful food, everytime I make meatballs I think of Donald and Mary teaching me to roll them. Bless you all for heaven has gained another angel

July 11, 2013

Don, Josie and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary will be missed by all who knew her.

Rose Lee Loupe Henson and Family

July 11, 2013

Mary holds a special place in my heart for the eleven years we were together.
God blessed her with many talents.
I pray that she is at peace, and that her family, to whom she was devoted, finds comfort and peace in their memories.

July 11, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this very sad time.
Nancy and John Bifulco

Debbie Benson

July 11, 2013

I am so saddened to hear of Mary's passing. She was a wonderful person with a big heart. She always made me laugh with her sense of humor. I have so many memories of great times with her. She was so talented with many things. She will surely be missed by many. My condolences go out to all her family and friends. May the Lord be with you and comfort you in this time of grief. God Bless.

Debbie Benson and Family

July 11, 2013

We are very sorry to hear the sad news. Mary was so wonderful to everyone she met. God bless you all and keep you close during this time. The kohler family

July 11, 2013

Saddened by the loss of Mary. Prayers to her family and friends.
Suzanne and Ed Adams

Linda Kinnear

July 11, 2013

My heartfelt sorrow and prayers to the family of Mary Jo she was a wonderful person and will be missed by her family and the many people she has touched. Love to you all.
Linda and Mike Kinnear and family

Pamela Rizzo-Busch

July 11, 2013

SO sorry for your loss, Your in our family's prayers

Rosella Fisher

July 11, 2013

Don, Josie and Mr. Bova I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my prayers.

Tricia Morgan Lindsey

July 11, 2013

Mary was such a pleasant and helping friend. She helped me to accomplish my degree in therapeutic recreation. I am sorry to hear of your loss and may God bless you all.

Ginny and Jack Jeffrey

July 11, 2013

Josie, Don and family, you now have an angel in heaven to look over you. Although Mary's health took her from this earth, she will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and loving heart. Our prayers are with all of you at this time of mourning.

Ginny and Jack Jeffrey

July 11, 2013

Josie, Don and family, you now have an angel in heaven to look over you. Although Mary's health took her from this earth, she will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and loving heart. Our prayers are with all of you at this time of mourning.

Ginny and Jack Jeffrey

July 11, 2013

Dear Josie, Don and family, you now have an angel in heaven to look over you. Although Mary's health took her from this earth, she will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and loving heart. Our prayers are with all of you at this time of mourning.

Diane Heaton

July 11, 2013

Donald

Im so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.


In Him,

Melissa Spellman

July 10, 2013

So sad to hear of Mary's passing. We had so much fun in our younger years hanging with her, playing cards going fishing and concerts. She will be missed. Glad for a great cousin and friend. Prayers to all her family.

Christine Filutze

July 10, 2013

My dear cousin Mary, you put up a good fight for a long time, but now you are resting so peacefully at your final home. You and your great sense of humor will be missed by many.

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