Mary Magista Torelli, age 89, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2015. She is predeceased by her husband Alfred, who died in 2009.

Mary grew up in Arlington, and moved to Annandale with Al to the house they built in 1960. They spent over 50 years in their home, where they raised their children, and were parishioners at St. Michael's Catholic Church. In 2008 they moved to the Potomac Green neighborhood in Ashburn and made wonderful new friends.

Mary and Al were married for 60 happy years, spending much of that time with their dear family and close friends. They loved to travel, and have family over for birthday and other celebrations. Mary had a career with the Department of the Navy, for many of those years carpooling with Al to and from work. But her real love and legacy was her family. She was the glue that kept the Torelli's together as often as possible. They loved to entertain with their office-mates, friends and neighbors in their beautiful home.

Mary's other loves were her Italian heritage – they were able to travel to Italy several times in their later years to see relatives and enjoy the country. She also loved butterflies, eagles, cats, John Wayne and her favorite, Frank Sinatra.

She is survived by her son Stephen (Denise), her daughter Rita, three grandchildren – Richard, Emily and Timothy, and a multitude of family and good friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 10:00am at Colonial Funeral Home, 201 Edwards Ferry Rd, Leesburg, VA 20176.

In lieu of flowers, monetary contributions may be made to Hospice of Northern Virginia by mail to:
Capital Caring
Resource Development Department
2900 Telestar Court
Falls Church, VA 22042
Phone: 703-531-2380