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Mary Hardy Sansone
Mary Hardy Sansone, 90, of Jarvisburg, NC went to the Lord on March 5, 2024 in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Mary was born February 17, 1934 to Van Willard and Sarah Rebecca Robbins Hardy in Rocky Mount, NC. She was predeceased by her husband Egnazio “Nay” Sansone; and grandson, Christopher Warren Fowler.
Mary was a talented and gifted pianist. She attended summer programs through the Julliard School of Music and at the age of 14, performed at Carnegie Hall. In addition to her music, Mary enjoyed guiding young people. At Mount Carmel Church in Newport News, VA she led both Brownie and JR Girl Scout troops for several years. Serving as a eucharist minister at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Mary taught religious classes to local youth in the parish.
Mary loved God and her family. She nurtured them as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and trusted friend to many. Mary is survived by four children; Sharon Moore (Phillip), Steven Sansone (Margaret Ann), Linda Twiford, Therese Keller (John); seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her close friends, Douglas Fowler and Clyde Twiford.
A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held Monday March 11, 2024 at 11 am at Gallop Funeral Chapel in Nags Head, NC. Tanta Lockhardt-Hendricks will officiate. Please share a memory or word of comfort with the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.
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I am so sorry to hear Mary passed away but happy for her to be with Jesus and her love of her life, Nay. Mary was a beautiful person and a forever friend. I loved her and will miss her always
I love you Grandma and miss you dearly! I’m so blessed to have you as a grandma and great grandma to my boys. Give grandpa a hug for. We on earth lost a very special angel and it won’t be the same without you. I love the Sansone family and always will. God bless until see you again Grandma I love you
My condolences to all of Mary’s family. We have been praying for her on our list at Holy Redeemer and Holy Trinity where I first met she and Nay years ago. It was wonderful seeing them when they attended that chapel. We know where they both are in their heavenly home. 💕🙏
Sharon, so sorry for your loss. I have always admired the fierce, loving attention you gave to your mother.
Dear Sharon, I’m so sorry that I couldn’t attend your mother’s memorial service on Monday with Debbie and Joan. I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother and I will keep you in my prayers! Love you, Linda
I didn't know Mary but my late mother, Mary Skattie always thought so much of her. You have my sympathy.
I am so sorry to hear Mary passed away but happy for her to be with Jesus and her love of her life, Nay. Mary was a beautiful person and a forever friend. I loved her and will miss her always
I love you Grandma and miss you dearly! I’m so blessed to have you as a grandma and great grandma to my boys. Give grandpa a hug for. We on earth lost a very special angel and it won’t be the same without you. I love the Sansone family and always will. God bless until see you again Grandma I love you
My condolences to all of Mary’s family. We have been praying for her on our list at Holy Redeemer and Holy Trinity where I first met she and Nay years ago. It was wonderful seeing them when they attended that chapel. We know where they both are in their heavenly home. 💕🙏
Sharon, so sorry for your loss. I have always admired the fierce, loving attention you gave to your mother.
Dear Sharon, I’m so sorry that I couldn’t attend your mother’s memorial service on Monday with Debbie and Joan. I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother and I will keep you in my prayers! Love you, Linda
I didn’t know Mary but my late mother, Mary Skattie always thought so much of her. You have my sympathy.