Mary Lou (Rocco) Shirvanian, died Wednesday, August 12th , 2015. Mrs. Shirvanian was a graduate of Barringer High School, Newark, NJ and College of New Jersey, Trenton with a degree in Education. She worked in the public school system in Elizabeth, Oceanport and Long Branch in the field of Special Education. Beloved by her students, …
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Mary Lou (Rocco) Shirvanian, died Wednesday, August 12th , 2015. Mrs. Shirvanian was a graduate of Barringer High School, Newark, NJ and College of New Jersey, Trenton with a degree in Education. She worked in the public school system in Elizabeth, Oceanport and Long Branch in the field of Special Education. Beloved by her students, many remembered her years later and thanked Mary Lou for her compassion, dedication and love. Mrs. Shirvanian lived in West Long Branch for 40 years, then the last 20 years in Monmouth Beach. She was a member of the famed Rat Pack which included Betty Edwards, Barbara Portantino, Tret Newman, Mae Migliaccio, Gloria DeCotis, Fran Caprio and Pat Delehanty. Beloved by all, it’s hard to express how much she will be missed. According to Mary Lou, her greatest claim to fame was her role as wife, mother and grandmother to her husband and all of her children. She was a big part of the greatest generation; truly an elegant lady. Mary Lou was predeceased by her mother and father. Surviving is her husband, Robert; her children Robert and Linda Shirvanian, Richard Shirvanian and Barbara and David Woodie; her brother, Ralph Rocco; her sister, Agnes Gangemi; her grandchildren Lauren, Paige, Alexandra, Erik, Michael and Danny and many nieces and nephews. Bon voyage, beautiful princess. A funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 15th at 10:15 AM at St. Michael’s RC Church, 800 Ocean Avenue, West End. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery, West Long Branch. Donations may be made in Mary Lou’s memory to Wounded Warrior Foundation, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or Monmouth Beach First Aid, PO Box 237, Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750. To share a favorite memory of Mary Lou or leave a message of condolence, please visit Mary Lou’s Book of Memories at www.woolleyboglioli.com
Anthony Portantino
left a message on August 24, 2016:
Dear Shirvanian Family, So sorry to hear about Mary Lou. My mom was so fond of her and your entire family always looked out for her with love and kindness after my dad died. Sad that they are not hear for us, but together laughing and enjoying each other's company again. Prayers coming your way. Anthony
David Wygal & Ave Latte
left a message on August 16, 2016:
Dear Bob & family--Ave & I want to express to you our sadness & deepest sympathies with the loss of your mother. A man loves his sweetheart the most, his wife the best, but his mother the longest. God Bless you & your family.
Sharyn Krim
left a message on August 16, 2016:
A candle was lit by Sharyn Krim on 2016/08/16
Phil and Nan Portantino
left a message on August 15, 2016:
Dear Bob, Barbara and Richard, We wish we could be there, but we are out of state. We have such wonderful memories of your Mom. Those great days at White Sands when our Moms made sure we had great summers. She was a wonderful woman and a big part of our lives. Our deepest condolences to you and to all the family.
Jeff & Caitlin Wood-Yesline
left a message on August 14, 2016:
So sorry for your loss. Although we only met Mary Lou once, she was very much the lovely woman Bob spoke so lovingly of. Our thoughts are with your entire family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Annett6e Caprio Creasy
left a message on August 14, 2016:
Our love and condolence to Mary Lou's family. Good times and nice family memories. Your cousins, the Caprios.
Linda Harris
left a message on August 13, 2016:
Dear Bob & Rich, I send my condolences and love to you both and to your families. May the Holy Spirit comfort and give you peace during this time. I've never met your Mom but from viewing her picture, she was stunningly beautiful, and I'm sure just as beautiful on the inside. Again, I send you and your families, especially your Dad my condolences and love, and I will be praying for you all.
katie Higgins
left a message on August 13, 2016:
Dear Barbara and family: Sorry to hear about your loss. Your mother was both accomplished and beautiful. Losing a mother is very hard. Will keep you in my thoughts these next few days. Call me if you need anything done.
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Anthony Portantino
left a message on August 24, 2016:
Dear Shirvanian Family, So sorry to hear about Mary Lou. My mom was so fond of her and your entire family always looked out for her with love and kindness after my dad died. Sad that they are not hear for us, but together laughing and enjoying each other's company again. Prayers coming your way. Anthony
David Wygal & Ave Latte
left a message on August 16, 2016:
Dear Bob & family--Ave & I want to express to you our sadness & deepest sympathies with the loss of your mother. A man loves his sweetheart the most, his wife the best, but his mother the longest. God Bless you & your family.
Sharyn Krim
left a message on August 16, 2016:
A candle was lit by Sharyn Krim on 2016/08/16
Phil and Nan Portantino
left a message on August 15, 2016:
Dear Bob, Barbara and Richard, We wish we could be there, but we are out of state. We have such wonderful memories of your Mom. Those great days at White Sands when our Moms made sure we had great summers. She was a wonderful woman and a big part of our lives. Our deepest condolences to you and to all the family.
Jeff & Caitlin Wood-Yesline
left a message on August 14, 2016:
So sorry for your loss. Although we only met Mary Lou once, she was very much the lovely woman Bob spoke so lovingly of. Our thoughts are with your entire family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Annett6e Caprio Creasy
left a message on August 14, 2016:
Our love and condolence to Mary Lou's family. Good times and nice family memories. Your cousins, the Caprios.
Linda Harris
left a message on August 13, 2016:
Dear Bob & Rich, I send my condolences and love to you both and to your families. May the Holy Spirit comfort and give you peace during this time. I've never met your Mom but from viewing her picture, she was stunningly beautiful, and I'm sure just as beautiful on the inside. Again, I send you and your families, especially your Dad my condolences and love, and I will be praying for you all.
katie Higgins
left a message on August 13, 2016:
Dear Barbara and family: Sorry to hear about your loss. Your mother was both accomplished and beautiful. Losing a mother is very hard. Will keep you in my thoughts these next few days. Call me if you need anything done.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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