Mary Christine De Frasia, a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and daughter, born on December 27th 1966 in Findlay, OH passed away on December 29th, 2025 in her home in Lakewood, OH surrounded by loved ones.

She was the daughter of Frances Diane and John Anthony De Frasia; sister of Catherine, Michele, Diane (Gillespie), John, and Margaret De Frasia; and aunt of McKenna and Christina Gillespie.

Mary was married to Alan Nowakowski (stepdaughters Lauren and Kara) and mother of Annabella De Frasia. Mary was class of 85' from Rocky River High School, and graduated from University of Toledo majoring in Interdisciplinary Sales.

Mary was a fantastic chef, hard-working sales woman, kind friend to all, a graceful wife, and most importantly, a loving mother. She valued family above all, and was always a shoulder to lean on. Through all the ups and downs of life, Mary never failed to lighten a room with her contagious smile and charismatic personality. No matter the challenge thrown at her, she faced it with grace, resilience, and humility. Mary was the type of person you meet once in a lifetime, and she's a person no one will forget. Her love was unconditional and eternal, and she lived life to its fullest every day. Her laugh and smile will forever live on in our hearts, and her love will forever be felt through the end of time.

Andiamo mamma, arrivederci.

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