Obituary of Mary E. Cummings

Mary E. “Mitzi” Cummings of Youngstown and Lewiston wife of the late William H. Cummings entered into rest on Friday February 26, 2021 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born on December 16, 1921 in Rochester, NY to the late Joseph X. and Kathryn (Von Hensler) Sullivan. Mitzi graduated from Vincentian Institute and Mildred Elley Business School, both in Albany. She began working as a medical secretary in Albany and, on November 21, 1945, she married William H. Cummings and together raised their 6 children. She later continued working as a legal secretary in her son’s law firm in Niagara Falls. Mitzi was active in the community and for many years was Co-Chairperson with her husband for the Niagara University Charity Ball and the United Way Charity Campaign. She was a member of the Niagara Falls County Club, the Tatler and volunteered with the Ladies Auxiliary at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. She was also a communicant of St. Bernard’s and St. Peter’s RC Churches. After retirement, she and Bill moved to Naples, FL, where they enjoyed playing tennis, golf, and bocce. Bill predeceased Mitzi on October 10, 2011. Mitzi is survived by her 6 children; Susan (Michael) Waldau, William “Terry” (Betty) Cummings, Lois (William) Mann, Elaine (William) Gabrielli, John Cummings and Lisa (Joseph) Thompson; 17 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. NO PRIOR VISITATION. A public memorial mass will be held at St. Peter’s RC Church 600 Center St. Lewiston, NY on THURSDAY March 4, 2021 at 10:00 AM with Rev. Cole Webster officiating. Inurnment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial donation to Niagara Hospice 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094. Arrangements entrusted to HARDISON FUNERAL HOMES INC. Lewiston. Please visit www.hardisonfuneralhomes.com for online condolences.