After a long and brave battle with cancer, Mary Katherine “Mary Kaye” Fusilli passed away peacefully on September 28th, 2023 at the age of 70 surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Mary Kaye was born on November 16, 1952 in Brooklyn, New York and is predeceased by her father, Andrew McBride, mother, Marian (Boland) McBride; brothers, Andrew McBride Jr., John McBride, Michael McBride, sister, Moira McBride and father-in-law, Matthew Fusilli.
She is survived by her loving husband, Tony Fusilli, children, Sheena (Jeffrey) Eckler and Andrei Fusilli (Tony Mott), granddaughter Lilliana Eckler and grandson Tyler Eckler, brother, Robert McBride, mother-in-law, Mary Fusilli, sister-in-law, Beverly (Raymond) Ryznyk, sister-in-law, Beverly Dema, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Mary Kaye was a proud graduate of Nazareth Academy High School. Tony and her were together 54 wonderful years and married for 47 years. She raised her children, Sheena and Andrei, with loving care before returning back to school to obtain her nursing degree. Once her grandchildren were born, Mary Kaye took great pride in caring for Lilliana and Tyler, whom she was most proud of.
Mary Kaye enjoyed swimming, lifeguarding, gardening, reading and all things Irish. She left behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished memories.
The family extends their gratitude to the staff and volunteers at the Webster Comfort Care Home and, in lieu of flowers, asks for donations to be made in Mary Kaye’s honor to:
Webster Comfort Care Home
700 Holt Rd., Webster, NY 14580
There will be no calling hours. Friends and family are invited to Sacred Heart Cathedral, 296 Flower City Park, on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. for a funeral mass in Mary Kaye’s memory.
Tony and family, Please accept my condolences. God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Thank you Lou.
Hi Tony it’s Denise I want to offer my sincere condolences on the loss of Mary Kay. She was a friend and I will miss her dearly. Love Mike and Denise 💓
Tony and family,
Mary Kaye was a wonderful lady and always had a smile on her face. I originally met her over 45 years ago when her brother Mike was working for me. My first wife Carol passed away with the same problem, and all I could do was thank God for the wonderful years we had together. Sometimes, life is not fair, but at least we had a good share of some wonderful times. My prayers are with you and may God Bless you and the family.
Joe & Denise Cimino
Thank you Joe, Marykaye fought for over 5 years and never complained. Again thank you to you and your wife for your kind words and prayers.
Tony,
So very sorry to hear of Mary Kaye’s passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Thank you Howie
Tony,
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for her, you and your family. God Bless you all.
Thank you mark
So sorry for your loss Tony! Mary Kay was a fighter. as she proved to us all. God Bless you and your family.
Tony I’m so sorry to hear of Mary Kay’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you and the family. If anything is needed please let us know.
Thank you Dave.
Thanks Tim. She fought for 5 years and never complained.
Sorry about the first reply. I double sent reply to Dave Stasaitus.
Tony, I m so very sorry that you had to loose Mary Kay, our hearts are never ready to say goodbye to those we love, may God give you the strength you need in the days ahead to cope with your loss
Dear Tony
My deepest condolences to you and your loved ones.
So sorry for the loss of your wife 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you Jeanne.
I’m very sorry for you loss as well as for your family. It appears she let a good happy life and took care of her family. Sorry again for your loss. I hope you doing well.
Thank you Bob
Sorry for your loss Tony.
Thank you Tom
So very sorry for your loss. Condolences from myself and Joanne.
Thank you both.
Tony,
Debbie and I are so sorry to hear the very sad news about Mary Kay’s passing. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers for strength during this difficult time. We send our love.
Thank you Rich and Deb, she fought so hard for so long, and never complained. She was a lot tougher than I think I could be. I miss her so much already.
My sincere condolences Tony. Mary Kaye was a great lady and fought the good fight like the proud Irish that she was. My prayer is that you and your family will find peace in the wonderful memories you had with her.🙏💙
Thank you Mary Ellen. She was definitely a tough and proud Irish girl. Fought the fight and never complained.
I’m so sorry that Mary Kaye left us so soon. She was a great friend and a real inspiration. She fought every day and never complained. Every Time I’d ask how she was feeling, the answer was always the same. “I’m fine “ God Love her. She was a great friend.
Tony, so sorry to hear this news there really are no words in a time like this . She fought a courageous fight. Stay strong our deepest condolences to you and your family. Doug and Mary Macaluso
Thank you both. She was tougher than I think I could be. She never complained. I miss her so much.
My condolences to Tony as well as other family and friends. May she rest in peace.
Thank you Eric
Tony, I want to express sincere condolences to you and Family for your loss, and I will continue to pray that God gives you and the Family Faith to deal with this challenge. God Bless.
Thank you Carl. She for this God awful disease for over 5 years, and never complained.
Sorry for your loss
Robert Johnroe
Thank you Bob.
Tony:
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of Mary Kaye.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this very difficult time.
It is so very sad to hear this news.
Thank you Bob. She fought this God awful disease for over 5 years. She’s finally at peace. Thank you again.
Tony, Very sorry for your loss. May God bless you & your family during this time of sorrow
John LiPari
Thank you kind words a thoughts John. She’s at peace.
Tony, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Thanks for reaching out Bob. It means a lot.
Tony: Sending my most sincere sympathies. May God Bless Mary Kaye and your entire family.
Thank you so much Mike.
Tony , to you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss. I send you my heartfelt condolences and prayers.
Jackie, thank you so much for you kind words.
May the Lord CHRIST give you and your family strength and understanding in this sorrowful time. It’s always hard for families to understand why these events happen, but through prayer the Lord comforts us with His power and His love for us.. Tony, you and your family our in our deepest heartfelt prayers- Ray & Margaret Miraglia
Thank you Ray. Your words and thoughts are comforting. I will pass your message on to my family.
I hope you and your family are well.
Tony, I pray your strength not just at this time but always. Sounds like “Mary Kay” fought the good fight, kept the faith, and finished her course. God Bless her and the entire Fusilli and McBride Families….
Clifton H Manns Sr
Cliff, thank you for to your kind and comforting words during this difficult time. I will pass this along to my family.
Tony, I wish we could take the pain away that you are now going through. All we can do is pray that peace and comfort come to you, Sheena and Andrei in the not-too-distant future. You were there for Mary Kaye throughout this journey. I pray that brings you some comfort.
Dear Tony, Sheena, Andrei and your family. We are sad and heartbroken that Mary Kaye has passed away. We so fondly recall times with her especially when patient at her doctors office. Our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you and may God bless you with peace and comfort in your grief. Love, Deb & paul.
Paul and Deb thank you so much. I’m so glad you got to see Marykaye before she passed. She was so fond of you both. We know she’s in a better place now, and all her pain and suffering is over.
Cathy and I offer our condolences for your loss. Though we never met Mary Kaye it seems that she was a fighter and endured a lot for the past few years. We know it is difficult to endure as you watch the love of your life deal with such adversity. Remember the good memories and let everything else go.
Bob thank you so much for your kind words and support.
It’s means a lot to all of us.
Tony, Sheena and Andrei. So sorry for your loss. Mary Kaye was a special person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Should you need anything, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Thank you Tom, Marykaye is at peace now. Too many years of suffering.
Tony,
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. The philosophy that helps me to his day after Kathy passed is a simple one. Whenever you are really missing Mary Kaye and feeling down just think of something you did with her that was a happy moment in your lives together. It will bring a smile to your heart and thank God for those moments.
Vinny
Vinny, thank you for the words of encouragement, and support.
We had plenty of happy times. I’ll be sure to follow you advice.
Tony, so very sorry to hear about the loss of Mary Kaye. You and your Family will be in our prayers;
Frank and Jeanne Fedele
Thank you Frank. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated.
Tony and family, Very sorry to hear of Mary Kaye’s passing, my deepest condolences.
Thanks Sam for you kind words. She suffered way too long, and never complained. She’s finally at peace.
Tony, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP, Mary Kaye
Thank you, yes she is at peace now. She went through hell, but never complained. We miss her so much.
Tony,
So sorry that you lost Mary Kaye all too soon. I know that she fought a long hard battle, which had to be especially difficult for you and your family. I’m sure she is at peace now, and may God bless her and your family.
Thank you Paul. She did and never complained. The last several months were extremely difficult for her and for our family. Watching her go through this and nothing we could to change it.
Tony, please accept our condolences for you and your entire family. She fought courageously. We are very saddened to learn about Mary Kaye’s passing. May God bless you and your family with strength. Sending prayers for all.
Thank you both for you kind words and thoughts. . Marykaye fought so hard, her quality of life was stripped before our very eyes. Nobody should have to go through what she did. She’s with the Lord now, pain free and at peac
Dear Tony, Sheena and family: we are so sorry to hear of Mary Kay’s passing. We know she was in pain for a very long time. She is finally at peace.
Thank you both. Marykaye is with the Lord now and at peace.
No more pain and suffering.
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Mary Kaye. She was an awesome person and a great friend. You and your family have my heartfelt condolences.
Thank you Mary Beth. No more pain free and she is at peace. i
So sorry for your loss Tony; I remember Mary Kay from when I was little, she was always kind to me. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Thank you Suzanne. Marykaye always thought you were so cute. She’s at peace and no more pain.
My deepest condolences to the entire family. She would always catch me doing yard work during her walks, and I will always remember our conversations regarding home remodeling and her love for her grandchildren. Rest in peace.
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family with the loss Mary Kaye. She always had a smile on her face and it was an honor to know her. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories that you shared with her 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻