“She loved life, family, and friends and especially the beach where she spent many days relaxing and sometimes enjoying live beach concerts on the Jersey shore. A plaque on her favorite boardwalk bench summed up her life perfectly: ‘Sit we me beside the sea, and know the best is yet to be …’

“Nicknamed Hoover, Maryanne’s first job after graduating from Cathedral was with the FBI, where she learned how to use a firearm. In the late 1970s, she began a long career at Philip Morris, retiring as a professional in their Corporate Tax Department. A proud single mother, Maryanne worked full-time while raising her family and attended night school at Mercy College, where she obtained a BS Degree in Science. In addition, she obtained a Tax Specialist Certificate from Indiana University.

“She was devoted to faith and family and leaves behind two loving children: her son, Christopher John Brancazio, and her daughter, Michele Anne Lombard, who miss her angelic smile and unconditional love.”

Loved ones of Maryanne Lombardi Brancazio in her obituary