Maria Paganelli

Paganelli, Maria, passed away on March 8, 2021 at age 90. Beloved Aunt of Luigi Pandori. Predeceased by her parents Luigi and Mafalda Paganelli and her sister Assunta (Marino) Pandori.

Maria came to America from Monte San Quirico, Lucca, Italy in 1964. She lived in Harper Woods until 2005 and then moved to Macomb Township with Marino Pandori. Maria worked as a cook at Aldo’s Restaurant for over 30 years. In later years she lived with and was cared for by her nephew Luigi until her passing. Maria was known for her sense of humor and her love for Italian Heritage especially the food. She will be deeply missed by many friends and family and her 2 dogs Teddy and Hawkeye.

Visitation at the Sterling Heights Chapel of the Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home, 13650 East 15 Mile Road, Sunday, March 14, 2021 from 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Funeral Mass, Monday, March 15, 2021 at San Francesco Church, 22870 South Nunneley Road, Clinton Township, MI 48035, instate at 9:30 am until time of Mass at 10:00 am. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township.

Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic and Governor's Orders face masks must be worn and proper social distancing is required.