Brockport, NY: On Friday, January 11, 2019, Mary E. Alkins, loving wife and mother, passed away at the age of 63. Mary departed this earth to a higher heaven leaving behind a wholesome legacy. Her association with various local charities and community organizations will be respectfully remembered. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, Donald J. Alkins and Irene G. Alkins (Rodak). She is survived by her husband Javier M. Berrocal, her daughter Erika A. Berrocal, brother Jim (Bonnie) Alkins, sister Ann (Vincent) Sapia, brother David (Melissa) Alkins and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary located at 152 Main Street, Brockport, NY 14420 on Saturday January 19, 2019 at 11:30am.
No flowers, please. Donations can be made in my mother’s name to the Seneca Park Zoo or the American Cancer Society.
So sorry for your loss.
Mary was my work supervisor and friend for 15 years. I have so many funny memories of her quirks and sayings. Her dry sense of humor and kindness will be missed greatly. Never one to create friction with anyone, i don’t think i have ever known such a genuine people person such as Mary. She treated you not just as a co-worker but as a family member. She knew my wife, my boys, and all the trials i went through. I haven’t seen Mary since her retirement, however, i have the memory of her visiting my cubicle, dropping her dry Witt and her Mary laugh. I will also remember her uncanny knack to file every piece of information since time began…makes me smile even now. She would always say “You never know when you will need it….the computers may go down forever one day!” My hope is that you are somewhere in heaven organizing the gate sign in. RIP my friend.
My sincere condolences to Mary’s family and friends. Mary was a wonderful, thoughtful, and caring person. Professionally, Mary was always there to assist a co-worker and was especially sensitive to the needs of her Department of Labor customers, assisting them to resolve their issues as quickly and effectively as she could. She had a marvelous sense of humor and always shared her unique perspective on issues that we were struggling with. Until we meet again Mary, thanks for you friendship and support.
So saddened to hear today of Miss Mary’s passing. I only have nicknames for people I really like. Rest in Peace, “Babushka”.
Im so sorry for you loss. She was the sweetest soul and will be missed greatly.
Pete,Lici and I will forever keep you alive in hearts. I can’t even begin to express how much you have meant to us,over 45 years that we’ve shared. The love,joy and much emotional support you gave us especially when the kids were young will never be forgotten. You always were there not only for us but so many others. You gave of yourself to countless people and the service work you did for the community and the suffering was endless. Javier and Erika were always number one and you were a loving and supportive wife and mother and they miss you very much so say prayers for them. Javier and Erika ,remember that love lives forever and our soul never dies it just is reborn to a place of pure love. I wish I could take away your pain,just know that I am praying for you and will always be here if you need me. Until we meet again my friend fly free ♥️🙏🏽😘🦋🎈
Mary was a coworker for many years. She had the kindest heart of anyone I know. She was a wonderful person to work with and socialize with. I will always remember our times together at Workforce Development as well as the times that we spent outside of the office. May you RIP my friend 💔
I am so sad to hear this news. Mary was a very kind and giving person in both her work life and personal life. She made me laugh in tense situations many times. She will be missed by all who knew her. My sincere condolences to all her family.
Although we met on only one occasion, during the celebration of national holidays of my country, I clearly remember having a beautiful conversation that culminated in a lasting friendship. Rest in peace Mary. It is good to know that you no longer suffer and now you enjoy the eternal light. A big hug… and until we meet again.
I am really sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was determined to come to Scotland to attend our Clan Gathering in July last year and both she and Erika made a big Impression. I don’t think she stopped smiling all weekend and we were delighted to welcome her to what she described as her Homeland. She will undoubtedly be missed by friends, family and Clansfolk alike and Clan MacLennan send our deepest condolences.
So very sorry to read this. Mary definitely was a gently soul. May she RIP and my sincerest condolences to her family.
I am truly sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. I only knew her for a short time and we only spent one day together, walking around Brockport on a “Girls Day Out” in February a couple of years ago. We had so much in common, it was as if we had known each other for much longer and we had a great time together that day! We became Facebook friends and we were always going to get together again! May she rest in peace and I am sure that God has her in a place close to His heart! Amen!
So So Sad to hear of Mary’s Passing. I was totally shocked to find out this news. Lots of great memories of Mary;
Upon my retirement in Aug. 2015 she sent me a picture of her At Machu Picchu and “Happy Retirement Bob”-so thoughtful. And upon my second day on the job, she joked about how surprised she was to see me for a second day in a row.
Mary was an encyclopedia of dol stuff-she was my go to book on the need to know dol stuff.
I particularly remember when she took her daughter on a totally surprise vacation to Paris. Way to go Mary.
Rest In Peace. I’ll always remember you as my good friend. .
I met Mary around 7 years ago when her daughter Erica who lived in Rochester and my daughter Jessica who lived in Queens NY started staying over each other’s homes on the weekends.Jessica was offered a summer job in Rochester and I was uncomfortable having my daughter so far away. Mary was a godsend she took Jessica under her wings and treated her like a daughter we joked she was her Rochester mom. Seven years later Jessica still living in Rochester and Mary and I became good friends. I can always count on Mary to go to festivals, wineries, markets she was up for anything. I’m forever grateful and blessed for knowing and having Mary in our lives. The Thanksgivings our families shared will hold a special place in my heart, out of sight does not mean out of mind or heart. RIP Mary
I feel blessed to have met Mary thru my niece Jessica. She was a beautiful person inside and out. I am happy that we where able to take her to Flushing Meadow Park in Flushing to see the globe. She was there during The Worlds Fair with her mother. I remember how excited she was and we went several times with her. We have so many other nice memories with her that will be cherished. Erica and Javier I will keep you in my prayers. I know how hard it is to lose someone you love so much in death. I look forward to the time when “death will be no more” Rev 21:3,4. See you in Paradise Mary…Jehovah willing!
Just learned of Mary’s passing. Saw her occasionally around Brockport in the years since my retirement, and she always remembered where the “escarpment” was that I’d taught her about! A sweet, sweet lady.