Mary Beth Georgi, 69, of Cato, died peacefully in her home on Monday, Oct. 14. She was a proud and strong woman of faith who lived every day trying to love and serve others.

Mary Beth was born in Syracuse in 1955 to Joseph and Rose Marie, who ran a formal wear store called Toscano’s Formalwear. Mary Beth attended Westhill Schools before going to work at her parents formal wear business. She later did bookkeeping and then was a nanny. Mary Beth’s creativity, passion and love for the Lord served her well as she nurtured the children and later her three grandchildren.

Mary Beth met her sweet husband, John, in 1974, when they had a chance encounter as they were with friends. This brief moment turned into nearly 50 years of memories together. They were married Aug. 23, 1975, and recently celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary.

Mary Beth had three children that she was proud of. Her oldest, Jared, went into law enforcement and later married Kara. Sean, graduated high school and has become quite proficient in electrical work and car repairs. Sarah studied at a Christian university and later met her husband Dan.

Mary Beth adores her three grandchildren, Michael, Eliana and Liam. They all knew when they came to Grandma’s house it meant yummy Italian cooking or fun craft or game time. Mary Beth loved watching her grandchildren grow and play and she treasured her time with her grandkids.

The grandchildren also loved when Grandma had her dear service dog Willy, who was her sweet and loving companion.

Mary Beth was an active member of Temple Baptist Church in Baldwinsville, devoting her time and energy to playing the piano for them as well as joining in their street preaching and other outreach efforts. Everyone who knew Mary Beth knew how much she loved playing the piano.

Music was at the core of Mary Beth, and she loved playing for others or to just relax. Whenever her grandchildren would come to visit, she would play for them or encourage them to play. She wanted to share her passion for music with them. Mary Beth will always be remembered for her ability to share about her love for the Lord and her love of cooking, especially fresh rolls or bread.

We’ll always remember her warm hugs and love she showed to others. We will miss Mary Beth every day and her memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.

Mary Beth was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Rosemarie, and is survived by her husband, three children, three grandchildren and four siblings.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 11 a.m. at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208 or to Temple Baptist Church, 2295 Downer St., Baldwinsville, NY 13027.