Mary Ellen DeNucci, 97, died peacefully on May 19, 2024, surrounded by her children. She was born September 12, 1926 in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Eva and Griff Danielson. Mary Ellen lived a full life, dedicated to her husband, children, St. Peter's Catholic Parish and the Richfield community. Once her children were grown, Mary Ellen began a career at Northwest Airlines. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by Fred, her husband of 66 years, and will be missed by her six children: Larry (Virgie), Patrick (Judy), Mark (Terry), Paul (Terra), Steve (Doni) and Mary DeNucci, 14 grandchildren, Anne (Josh) Lushine, Katie (Karl) Stuemke, Kristina (Luis) Luna-DeNucci, Margaret, Dan, Nick, Kyle, Devin, and Aaron DeNucci, Andrea (Mike) Schaub, Gina (Chris) Victor, Ryan (Rhea) DeNucci, Amanda Jones, Bryana Jones, and 5 great grandchildren, Fred Lushine, Hank, Lou, and Walter Stuemke, Ellen Luna-DeNucci, and Mary Ellen's brother, Jack (Marge) Burman. A service of remembrance will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 29th; Visitation 10:00 AM, Burial Mass, 11:00AM, followed by luncheon and burial at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Mary Ellen to St. Peter's Church, 6730 Nicollet Ave Richfield, MN 55423. There are some people who bring a light so great to the world, that even after they have gone, the light remains. That was our dear Mother, a woman of positive wisdom, a fast friend to all, not afraid to express her joy, and a great storyteller! You will be missed, but we will keep your memory alive! GILLBROTHERS.com Minneapolis, MN 612-861-6088

Published on May 26, 2024