Mary Alfonso

Mary Serafin Alfonso, age 74, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021. She was born on September 23, 1946, in Wilksbarre, PA.  She graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor’s degree and Masters Degree from William Carey University.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Serafin, Jr and Myrtis Ladner Serafin.

Mary is survived by her husband, Andy J. Alfonso Jr.; her daughter, Andrea Alfonso Crowson of Austin, TX; her sons, Andy (Suzanne) Alfonso, III of Ocean Springs, MS and Paul A. Alfonso of Gulfport, MS; her seven grandchildren who will cherish her memories, Alden Alfonso, Caitlin Alfonso, Ethan Alfonso, Ella Emerson Alfonso, Ivan Crowson, Samuel Crowson, and Jude Crowson.  Mary's life was often shared with the close relationships she had with her brothers, John (Patty) Serafin, III of Natchez, MS, and Mark (Mary) Serafin of Ft. Walton Beach, FL.

Mary met the Love of her life, Andy J. Alfonso Jr. at Hancock Bank and they were married July 26, 1969.  She was a devoted wife and mother, and she was active in various PTA's, swim teams, Girl Scouts, tennis teams, and church activities in her community.  She loved her Bible studies with Cedar Lake Christian Assembly.  Her greatest joy was being called “Nammy” by 7 grandchildren.

Mary was a teacher at Pass Road Elementary and was asked to join the Migrant Education Program that had just opened.  She was a beloved Kindergarten and 4th Grade teacher for 14 years.  The family is very grateful for the many dedicated caregivers and physicians who assisted her in recent months and to the staff of Garden Park, 3A wing.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm at RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2:30pm in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cedar Lake Christian Academy, 11555 Cedar Lake Rd., Biloxi, MS 39532.