Maria Agnello, 89, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on April 2, 2022 at Absolut Care of Gasport.  Born in Grotte, Sicily, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Gregorio and Lorenza (Brucculeri) Morreale.

Maria was raised in Italy.  In 1951, she married Antonio 'Tony' Agnello in Italy.  Mr. Agnello predeceased her on June 10, 2017.  She came to the United States with her husband and children in 1956.  She was employed as a Machine Operator for 25 years at Nabisco Shredded Wheat until her retirement in 1997.  She enjoyed crocheting, working around the house, gardening, and taking care of her puppies.  Above all she cherished the time spent with her family.

Maria is survived by her sons, Richard Agnello and Gregory Agnello, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by sisters, Rose (late Joseph) Marra, and Antoinette (late Nick) Morreale.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 7 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, 14304 where funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:45 AM followed by Maria's Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM at Holy Family Parish St. Joseph Church, 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301.  Entombment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY.  Memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.