Mary Catherine Visconti

Mary Catherine Visconti was born in Toledo, Ohio on July 1, 1942 to Paul and Virginia Hoeflinger. She was the only daughter among four brothers: Richard (Dick) Hoeflinger and his wife Betty Bajo, Tom Hoeflinger, Jack Hoeflinger and his wife Bev, and Joe Hoeflinger and his wife Becky. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank; Mary and Frank were married (twice) for 35 years. Mary had four children, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Her daughter, Frances, and her husband Philip Sandon; granddaughter Catherine, her husband Mack, and great-grandson Clarke; grandson Caleb. Her daughter, Lisa, and her husband Randy Pridgeon; grandsons Matthew, Nicholas, and Hayden. Her daughter, Lora, and her husband Erich Hauser, grandson Dylan, and granddaughter Larsen. Her son, Brandon Visconti. Mary was an avid gardener, animal lover, crafter, and loved painting almost anything. She enjoyed taking walks, having coffee with friends, a giant glass of ice water, competitive ballroom dancing and spending time with her family. Holiday and family dinners were at Granny’s house, her most cherished times were spent together with her children and grandchildren. Granny was ready for them with a snack, their favorite foods, and her special chicken noodle soup when they were feeling sick. She was eager to cook them sloppy joes, and she never failed to have ice cream sandwiches. Mary was a board member for the Children's Home Society, and she cared for many newborn babies waiting for their forever homes. She enjoyed working, and she always liked to stay busy. She will be especially remembered for her work with Wendy’s as a secret drive-thru timer, her years spent at the Maclay Clinic, and her time at Stein Mart. She loved making crafts, and the gift baskets she made were admired by all who received them. She sewed handmade Halloween costumes and she even created seasonal outfits for her favorite cement pig and goose for all occasions. She loved to decorate for the holidays; her house at Christmas, never without breakfast pizza, was the center of every family gathering. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor too: The Children’s Home Society of the Big Bend or The Leon County Humane Society. A celebration of life will be held at the home of Fran Sandon on Thursday October 26th from 4-6pm. All are invited to drop in and visit with family and friends. 3061 Sawgrass Circle. Susie Mozolic of Bevis Funeral Home is assisting the Visconti family with their arrangements. (www.bevisfh.com or 850-385-2193)

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Mary Catherine Visconti

July 1, 1942 - October 18, 2023