Mary Pauline Arata passed away on January 16, 2025 at the age of 74.  She was born on June, 11 1950 and raised in College Point, NY before settling in Williston Park, NY where she was a resident for over 45 years.  Devoted wife to Joseph for nearly 50 years.  Beloved mother to Vincent (and Melissa) and Jillian (and Michael).  Cherished grandmother to Luke.  An ardent Yankees fan, Mary loved both animals and gardening in her yard.  She is now at peace with God.

Loved ones are invited to Visitation at Weigand Brothers Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 21 from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm.  Mass will be at the Church of St. Aidan on Wednesday, January 22 at 10:00am.  Internment to follow at Queen of Peace cemetery.

In lieu of flowers or if you would like to make a donation in memory of Mary, she was a supporter of the following charities:

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Shriners Children's Hospital

Long Island Cares Food Bank

North Shore Animal League America