Community News Service mourns the loss of a member of its family. Maryellen Valeri, 64, the wife of Ewing Observer publisher Thomas Valeri, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.
Maryellen was a longtime resident of Ewing Township and also Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Her entire work career has been in the financial/accounting industry. During the past 29 years she was employed by Bovis-LendLease-Consigli Construction Management, helping them build a better world.
Maryellen was a dedicated supporter of numerous charitable organizations, including the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, Habitat for Humanity, and the Standardbred Retirement Foundation, embodying a spirit of compassion and generosity throughout her life.
Maryellen’s selfless nature and kindness touched everyone she encountered. She cherished weekends with her loving marina family at Key Harbor. Her compassion extended to rescuing an injured racehorse, nurturing him back to health, and lovingly caring for him over the past 14 years.
Known for her tireless work ethic by her colleagues, Maryellen always looked forward to the next challenge. No matter how difficult your day was, Maryellen’s warm smile could always lift your spirits and bring you happiness.
Predeceased by her parents, Santo and Carmela Amari Firetto, and father-in-law, Thomas J. Valeri Sr., she is survived by her beloved husband of 39 years, Thomas J. Valeri Jr.; mother-in-law, Gloria Valeri; her extended family at Key Harbor Marina, Waretown, NJ; her equestrian companion, Spring Again; and her sister and brother-in-law, Francine and Richard Labella.
To send condolences, go to brennafuneralhome.com/obituary/maryellen-valeri.
