Frances (Mary) Mannino, 90, Kansas City, MO, joined her husband Carl in heaven on Monday, October 15, 2018. Mary was born on September 29, 1928 in Kansas City, MO. She married the love of her life, Carl, on September 4, 1947 and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage. Mary attended Frazier Design School, then worked at the Jones Store for 9 years, followed by a 23-year career at JCPenney. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Every Sunday evening Mary hosted a spaghetti dinner for all of her family and friends who could attend. Mary had a beautiful smile, a heart of gold and was adored by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.
She is survived by her six children: Angelo (Earlene), Frank (Rosemary), Rose (Rocky) Munzuris, Carl, Jr. (Stacey), Fran Brocato, and Anthony (Debbie); her 19 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her parents Frank and Frances Taormina; her husband Carl; and son-in-law, Michael Brocato.
Rosary will be prayed at 5pm, Thursday, October 18, followed by Visitation until 8pm at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11822 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Friday, October 19 at the church. Burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care.
