Mary Busico Cerroni an extraordinary woman of great faith, a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends Aug. 30, 2024, at the age of 102.

She was the seventh of 10 children born to Chiarina and Vincenzo Busico who immigrated to Tooele, Utah, from Agnone, Itay. She grew up in “New Town” and was exceedingly proud of her Italian heritage.

She married Joseph Cerroni on Jan. 19, 1946, and they had one child, their cherished son, John. They were so proud when he was accepted to and graduated from Notre Dame University. Mary was fortunate to have visited Notre Dame campus while John was a student there.

Mary was a devout Catholic and her faith guided her life. She held many positions at St. Marguerite Catholic Church in Tooele as well as in the Salt Lake Diocese where she was recognized for her acumen and for her contributions. She was privileged to personally meet Mother Teresa of Calcutta and to attend a gathering where Pope John Paul was in attendance. She served as President of the Council of Catholic Women and was honored to be chosen as St. Marguerite Parish’s “Woman of the Year” in 1983. She also served on the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. She was in fact a member of the council for more than 70 years.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Joe; her son John and his wife Deana and their daughter Christy; also her brothers Tony Busico (Anna Marie), Joseph Busico (Maurine); her sisters Edith Morrell (Alzo), Lena Teter (Herman), Pearl Miller (Gene), Annie Gordon (Gerald), Angie Burris (Lloyd), and Louise Busico.

She is survived by her grandsons Tony Cerroni (Kriselle), J.T. Cerroni (Emily); great-grandsons Dante, Rossi, Enzo; and her sister Dollie Gregrich (Richard).

A special thank you to the medical staff for their care. Dr. Paul Satter for his exceptional care and to his nurses and aids. As well as Canyon Home Care and Hospice staff, Lucelly, Tina, Heather, Hanna, Lacey, Dayna whom she loved and cared about. They provided excellent and respectful hospice care.

We truly appreciate the dedication and sincere spirit of the Holy Father, Father Rafael of St. Marguerite Catholic Church. The countless prayers and blessings from the office staff. We are truly grateful. We have the utmost appreciation for the ladies in the Council of Catholic Woman, as well as the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women.

Mary was widely known and respected throughout the state, and especially in Tooele for her friendship, kindness, and support.

A vigil service will be held with rosary at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main St., Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m.

A Catholic Mass and burial will take place at St. Marguerite Church on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, at 11 a.m., with a visitation prior to the service from 10 to 10:45 a.m. A luncheon will follow the graveside at the parish social hall.

From the family a special thank you to Cole Houghton and staff at Tate Mortuary for all the wonderful, respectful, and great care they have provided.