PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mary L. Forte passed away December 12, 2018, after a long illness.

Mary was born in Pittsfield, Mass., on January 22, 1928, to John A. and Rosa Iri Ruscetta, who emigrated to the U.S. from Italy.  Mary was educated in the Pittsfield school system and worked as a clerk at England Brothers.

Mary is survived by her four siblings: brother John A. Ruscetta Jr. and sisters Rita A. Wheaton and her husband Dale, Gina R. Marchisio and Theresa E.  Reeves; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Rosario, daughter Debbie and grandson Christopher.

Funeral notice: Funeral services and burial were held privately at Mary's request.