Rush / Henrietta: At age 88, Mary passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at her daughter’s home in Mumford, NY. She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Humbert and Mabel Porreca. Mary is predeceased by her husband, James Bailey; her sons, Russell Smith and Robert Smith and her daughter, Sue Wysowski. Survived by her daughter, Amy (Brian) Brechue; her sister, Dorothy Porreca; her grandchildren, Michelle (Mauro) Guzman, Matthew Brechue, Michael Wysowski; her great grandchildren, Iliana Guzman and Emilia Guzman; and her son-in-law, David Wysowski; along with nieces, nephews and many close friends.
Mary loved the Holiday Season and even though she passed before Christmas she was able to enjoy all the holiday spirit, which brightened her days.
Mary attended the West Henrietta Baptist Church where she loved to sing with the choir. She also loved to garden, but foremost she loved spending time with her family.
A Memorial Service will take place at 11:30AM on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at West Henrietta Baptist Church, 5660 West Henrietta Road in West Henrietta, NY. A Celebration of Life Luncheon will immediately follow Mary’s memorial service. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful client,friend,flower bringer (every Thursday for over 25 years) ,Xmas tree decorator and jelly maker. Oh and kitty sitter. I’m sorry I am out of town this month for her service but my heart is there with you all.?
Love, Joelle Lane
Mary was a great classmate. Always enjoyed her dry sense of humor. Sending love to the family.
I am so deeply sorry to each and everyone of you….
Ma Bailey was such a wonderful part of my life, and I will always smile when I think of her with love in my heart…
May her love for Christmas and every ornament we all have from her sparkle a little brighter this year…
Sending love to you all~
For Mike Wysowski; Your Grandma looks like a wonderful lady who enjoyed her life, and left a legacy of love behind her. Now, she’s off on her best adventure. Please accept my condolences, I know how important my Grandma was to me. Keep her memory in your heart. She’s with your mom. Now you’ve got an angel on each shoulder!