Mary Ellen DiMuro

Mary Ellen DiMuro passed away unexpectedly on May 16, 2024, at the age of 86. Her earthly journey ended as she lived, surrounded by family and friends.

Mary Ellen is survived by her children: Mary Beth Place, Christine DiMuro (Paul Fortuna), Joy Kleehammer (Jeff), and David DiMuro (John Stike). She will be forever remembered by her grandchildren: Joshua Gilhool, Elyssa Beck (Doug), Jacob Gilhool, Ian Place (Molly), Nicole Fortuna, and Elijah Fortuna, and her great-grandchild, who brought her immense joy, Mary Ellen Beck. Brother, Richard Fasino, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many lifelong friends.

Mary Ellen was predeceased by her soulmate and great love, Richard DiMuro, as well as her parents, Joseph and Edna Fasino.

Mary Ellen always loved to keep busy and enjoy life. She was on the swim team as a diver and played sports throughout high school. She met her husband, Dick, through their parents, and it was love at first sight. They were married within six months and enjoyed a wonderful marriage for over 57 years until Dick’s passing. She loved raising her children and, although she enjoyed her career as an office manager, her family was always her priority. She loved volunteering at Journey Home and taking her rescued dogs on walks.

Mary Ellen had a profound and unwavering faith that guided her throughout her life. She lived her life to the fullest. All who met Mary Ellen instantly recognized her kindness, giving nature, and love of life, and made an impact on everyone she met. She spent the last year enjoying her time with family and friends, keeping a busy schedule of lunch dates. She will be greatly missed.

Please join us in celebrating her life and remembering a beautiful soul. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, May 28, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 29, at 9:30 am at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3003 Dewey Ave., Rochester, NY. In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation in Mary Ellen’s memory to Journey Home (journeyhomegreece.org) or Duffy’s Friends.