Mary Lou is survived by her daughter, Tracy Rigoli, her great grandson, Christian Rigoli, and sisters, Theresa Hansell, Patricia Park, Sandra Button, and Rose Marie Ray. Mary Lou and her sisters were raised in Norwalk, Connecticut.
Mary Lou had a career in hospitality management having worked for the PGA in Palm Beach and Hilton Hotels in Bridgeport, Connecticut. She retired to Florida from Connecticut and lived in Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, and Jupiter before moving to Bonita Terra Community.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, Norman Staats and Grandson, Vincent Rigoli. Her Great Grandson, Christian Rigoli spent time visiting with her with his son, Milo, which gave her great joy and happiness in February when they celebrated her birthday. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her but never forgotten for her giving spirit, great smile, and love.