Mary Lou Korzak, 102, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 in Elderwood at Wheatfield. Born in Clarksburg, WV, she was the daughter of the late Celestino and Louisa (Cabal) Hevia; and beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Korzak, whom she married on November 24, 1945 in the former Our Lady of Lebanon Church.

Mary Lou moved to Niagara Falls as a child with her family and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. During World War II, she was employed as a clerk at the Carborundum Company.

Mary Lou was a devout Catholic and longtime parishioner of St. John De LaSalle Church. She was active with the Parish's Rosary Altar Society, and took great pride in volunteering at the annual carnival and weekly Bingo activities. She also enjoyed volunteering for the Our Lady of Angels Association, as well as the Hyde Park PTA, where she formerly served as the President for one year.

Mary Lou loved playing dominos, knitting, and tending to her garden. Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her beloved family who will miss her dearly.

Mrs. Korzak is survived by her children, Margaret L. (late Steven) Palka, John J. (Deborah) Korzak and David J. (Theresa) Korzak; seven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her two brothers, James (late Rose) Hevia and Joseph (late Josephine) Hevia.

Funeral services with interment to follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery will take place privately for Mrs. Korzak's family. A public Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 10AM at St. Mary of the Cataract R.C. Church, 237 4th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 with Rev. Jacek Mazur officiating. Memorial offerings may be made to the Our Lady of Angels Association, P.O. Box 1918, Niagara University, NY 14109. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.