Maria passed away March 1, 2018 with her family by her side. Wife of the late Stephen J. Loving mother of Stephen (Trudie), Susan Cohen (John), Marie Nigita (the late Tony), Thomas (Karen), Donald (Nancy), and Jerry (Lisa). She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends, and members of the BVM Seniors are invited to her viewing on Monday Eve 6-9 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 and Tuesday 9-10:30 AM followed by her Funeral Mass 11:30 AM at St. Dominic Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl. Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated.