Obituary of Mary Ann Malzenski

Palmer- Mary Ann (Bradlenski) Malzenski, 97, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at her home in Palmer. She was lovingly brought into this world on December 4, 1923 by her late parents, John and Mary Katherine (Gula) Bradlenski, both of Poland. She was a lifelong resident of Palmer where she went to school and later worked as a lunch lady in the Quaboag School of Palmer for over 25 years. Affectionately known as "Mamie" by friends and family, she proudly served as Vice President, and later President, of the Palmer Senior Center where she enjoyed playing cards, Bingo, going to Foxwoods and Atlantic City. She was multi-talented, making beautiful stained glass artwork and later in life took much joy in color pencil artwork. Mary was also an avid bird watcher and her favorite bird was the cardinal. She was a lover of all animals as well. Mary was also known for having a "sweet tooth" and loved chocolate, never turning a piece of it away. Mary also loved eating shrimp and any Polish food that was served. She liked to watch westerns on TV and especially loved John Wayne and his pictures adorned the wall next to her favorite chair. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph John Malzenski, Sr., in 1979. They were married September 7, 1946. Mary was also predeceased by her sisters, Pauline Santucci (husband, Albert) and Ann Koran (husband, Sam Sr.), and brother, Edward Bradlenski (wife, Jane). She is survived by her daughter, Tina Raymond (husband, Richard), both of whom she lived with; son, Joseph Malzenski (wife, Carol) of Wales; granddaughter, Mary Mazur (husband, Anthony) of Ware; granddaughter, Emily Raymond of Ware; and grandson, Philip Raymond of Three Rivers. She is also survived by her granddog "Sophie" and grandcat "Jäger", both of which she enjoyed and loved very much. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. Services will be private at the request of Mary and her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary's memory to Dakin Humane Society, 171 Union St. Springfield, MA 01105. Please visit www.beersandstory.com to extend online condolences.