"I met Mary in 1978 when Dean and I moved into our apartment on the South Side of Madison. I knew Mary through Rosemary Troia Baker. Mary was a wonderful neighbor and always made sure I had my share of her cooking. But what struck me most was her out-going personality and her energy even through the difficult times. I got to know many of her cousins. I very flattered when she asked me to babysit Brandon. Mary was most accepting person and I received many invitations to her family functions including birthdays, graduation parties and just going out and about. When family and friends would come into town, Mary with that wonderful outgoing attitude always made an effort to say hello and make them all feel comfortable and valued. To know Mary was to watch her interact with those less fortunate. She wore her compassion and energy and heart on her sleeves. It was hard to hear about her passing, but her family needs to know that Mary's outgoing impact on her friends is enormous and will not be forgotten. To know what kind of person Mary was is to know that Brandon has all of those qualities. David "
In loving memory of
Mary Ann Troia
November 14, 1952 - January 18, 2018
Waunakee / Madison - Mary Ann Troia, age 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 18, 2018 at the U.W. Hospital. She was born on November 14, 1952, in Monona, Wisc, the daughter of Phillip and Joyce (Kroetz) Troia.
Mary worked for the State of Wisconsin in the Department of Corrections for over 30 years. She was the past president for the Italian American Woman's Club (IAWC) and also enjoyed volunteering at her church. Some of her hobbies included participating in card night with friends, playing bingo and going to Ho-Chunk to play the slot machines. Above all, her most precious moments were spent with her two grandchildren, Garrett and Kaia.
She is survived by her sons, Brandon (Melanie) Troia, and Rob Huddleston; grandchildren, Garrett and Kaia; siblings, Sandy (Bob) Brill, Phil Troia, Debbie (Dan) Dyer, and Jim Troia; she is also survived by her aunt and uncle, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, sisters-in-law Darlene Troia and Nadine Troia.
Memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday January 25, 2018 at Good Shepherd Parish at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1905 W. Beltline HWY, Madison, with Monsignor Thomas Baxter presiding. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of mass at Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made out to Good Shepherd Parish.
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"My condolences to her family. She was truly a special person. My husband Frank and I were friends with Mary since the late 1970s but seem to have lost touch for the last 10 years. She was a loving and dear friend, with compassion for those less fortunate. Her children and extended family were very important to her. She will be missed by many who had the privilege of knowing her. She made this a better world. Linda and Frank Brown"
"Mary was my cousin. She always had a smile and the greatest laugh. I always believed she was looking for some form of peace. It did not come to her in one place; I think it came in fleeting moments. Like watching fireflies on a warm June evening. Her biggest moment came the day Brandon was born. I think the world looked brighter, the blue sky endless, and the sun warmer. She held on to that child, like he was a prized golden coin. Nothing can come between a mother and her children. Her love was well rooted and boundless. They were both better because of each other. Even though she left us, she does not cease to exist. For all who were loved by her, we have a part of her heart. For Brandon, he has a part of her soul. That is where all goodness is contained. For me, I would like to think the night sky has a new star. If you look, it will be the one that is a little brighter. For the ones left behind, she leaves us with this new gift in the sky. May her soul have peace and rest. My Love To You, Robin"
"Bound by our son's friendship, Mary and I crossed paths countless times over a nearly 30 year time span. If her son wasn't at my house, then my son was probably at hers. It was always a delight to see Mary at whatever event, and get a chance to visit. Together we hoped for the best for our boys, celebrated their successes and supported their inevitable missteps. We shared a bond, a mother's bond, to care about and nurture each other's sons in whatever stage of life they stood. Mary and I shared a lifetime of mothering together, in lock step. When grandchildren entered the picture, we were together again, gushing over our treasures, and reveling in how special they each were. I am so thankful that Mary was the other Mom, the other grandmother, in my journey. Her selfless sincerity, and her capacity to love those she held dear was impressive, and she did it all on her own. I wish her rest and peace now, and the comfort of a job well done. She will be missed."
"Mary was a beautiful person inside and out. I admired her courage, strength and determination. May she rest in peace and may your wonderful memories sustain you during this very difficult time."
"My Deepest sympathy to all the family. She is no longer suffering or in pain. How blessed Mary was to have such a wonderful, supportive family, being by her side at all times during her final journey...and how blessed the family is to have had Mary in their lives. Rest in Peace, Mary."
"A favorite memory I have of Mary is my husband asking her to make him spaghetti & meatballs (because she'd not share the recipe) and he asked her to use ground turkey. She was APPALLED at the very idea, but she did it, for him. She was one of the most selfless people I have ever known and I loved her like a sister!"