I was so blessed to know Mary Jo. We met at the Eagles six years ago and were best friends right away. After I moved to Phoenix and I knew she had been diagnosed with cancer but she was going to beat it and was so looking forward to moving to California. She last called me on January 8th, still in good spirits. And then time got away from me and I tried to call her but the number was invalid and I started to worry. I found out today she had passed and I'm so sad for her family and just wanted you to know I loved her too. She told me I always had a place to stay with her and she would sleep on the floor so I could have the bed. This was the kind of good person she was and I am going to miss her so much but I will think of her dancing with that great smile on her beautiful face. God rest your soul, Mary Jo.

Words cannot express my deep sorrow and void I feel in the loss of my mother.
At the same time, I'm at peace knowing that she is in the arms of our heavenly father. My mom will always be my best friend and my biggest fan.

My best friend Mary Jo,
Words cannot express how very sad I am.  We  shared so much  throughout  the years.  From grammer school at Sacred Heart to high school.  You were the darling of all.  You were 4ft 9 and I was 5ft 6, THE TWINS. I remember us running home from school to watch America Bandstand and both of us dancing like crazy teenagers.  OMG!!!  our lives were filled with lots of joy from family and our children and some sadness along the way.  You were always the brightest  and shinning star to many. I really cant believe that you are no longer with us, BUT, you will grace the Heavens above and Our Lord, Jesus Christ will have the honor of your sweetness and kind soul that you are.  Im sure you are dancing up there with Buddy Holly, The big Bopper and Richie Valens and so may more artists that we all love to dance to.  I LOVE YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.  You and your family are in my daily prayers. TILL WE MEET AGAIN MY LITTLE ITALIAN. 
Bill and I send our DeepestCondolences to all.

Bill and Mary Rose

I told you I would till the day you died. Now I know I was wrong, I will love you for all eternity!!!!!!!!!!!

Mary Jo enjoyed life in all facets. Great sense of humor and warm personality. Loved mingling with people and dancing at various venues including the Gresham Eagles. Beautiful smile, sparkling eyes, caring for others. Small in stature, big in persona. Overcomer  of lifes' hurdles and was a typical loveable feisty Italian lefty! Inspiration to all. Miss you girl, however, you will always live in our hearts and memories. Another shining  star in the sky! Dance on those streets of Gold in Heaven!

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.


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Mary Jo Grise

May 1, 1945 – February 5, 2015

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