Mary was a gifted artist and an accomplished jewelry designer. She completed her Masters in Art Education from Brooklyn College and was a licensed art teacher for the New York City Department of Education for over 25 years.
She loved music, flowers, the ocean, and spending holidays with her family.
Mary is survived by her beloved daughter, Lia Robertson; cherished partner, Paul G. Capodanno; dear sister, Lorraine Brillante, and loving step-daughter, Jennifer Ann Capodanno.