Mary Margaret Distel
September 5, 1952 - June 16, 2022
Mary Margaret Distel born September 5, 1952, passed away on June 16, 2022. She was the widow of Charles H. Distel Jr. They shared 21 happy years together. Born in Queens NY, she was the daughter of David Harkness and Josephine Darcy. She graduated New Dorp High School of Staten Island N.Y. She retired from Amscan of Chester, NY. Mary enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, crocheting, playing cards and dice, rooting for the NY Yankees but most of all spending time with her family and friends. She will be remembered for her sense of humor, kindness, and her love of helping others. She is survived by her son Joseph Distel and daughter in law Amanda Noviski, daughter Mary K. Distel and son in law Mario Robinson and daughter Tina Distel. Her sisters Patricia Banks, Carol Ebert (William), Elizabeth (Betty) Graham. Her grandchildren Rachel, Charlie, Bailey, Christopher, David, Ryan, Brittany and Nicole as well as many great grandchildren and her beloved cat flip. Mary was predeceased by her loving husband Charles H. Distel Jr., daughter Rose Geer, son Gidio Distel, grandson Austin Geer, brothers David and John Harkness and stepfather Gidio Raponi. The memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 12th from 4 to 7pm at Martinez-Morse Funeral Home located at 33 Railroad Avenue, Middletown NY, 10940. Memorial donation in lieu of flowers may be donated to Donate Life (Organ donation) or the American Heart association in Mary’s name.
Mary Margaret Distel born September 5, 1952, passed away on June 16, 2022. She was the widow of Charles H. Distel Jr. They shared 21 happy years together. Born in Queens NY, she was the daughter of David Harkness and Josephine Darcy. She graduated... View Obituary & Service Information