Maria D. (Cimini) Gallucci

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Maria D. (Cimini) Gallucci, 79, of Grafton, on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Maria is survived by her beloved daughters, Lydia Capuano of Boston, MA and Diana Byron of Putnam, CT; her adored grandchildren, Alexandra, Julia and Sophia; her cherished sister, Christina (Cimini) Morgione of Highlands Ranch, CO; her dear sons-in-law David Capuano of Grafton, MA and Mark Byron of Sturbridge, MA as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Sadly, in addition to her parents, Maria was predeceased by her brothers Nicola Cimini and Camillo Cimini, both of Cortland, NY, along with their wives Anna and Nancy respectively, and Christina’s husband Dino. Born in Paglieta, Italy on February 14, 1946, Maria was the daughter of the late Angelo and Genoveffa (Tullio) Cimini of Cortland, NY.

Maria truly loved her family, friends, and especially her grandchildren. She was fond of animals and music, and she often expressed her love through cooking.

There are no words that can express how much Maria will be missed. A period of Calling Hours will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 9:00a.m. to 11:00a.m., followed by a Memorial Service beginning at 11:00a.m. all at Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester, MA. 

A separate service will be held for Maria in Cortland, NY on April 25, 2025, with Calling Hours from 9:00a.m. to 11:00a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass, all at St. Anthony’s Church, 50 Pomeroy Street, Cortland, NY and interment at her final resting place near her parents at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Cortland, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Maria’s memory to The American Diabetes Association (ADA).