Mary Jean Sciachitano

Mary Jean Sciachitano, age 93, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

Mary Jean was born October 4, 1930, in Des Moines, Iowa to Vito and Rosemary (Balotta) Villirillo. She was proud to be a first generation Italian American. She was a lifelong Des Moines resident. Mary Jean married the love of her life, John Sciachitano, in 1949, and was a homemaker for most of her life, dedicating herself to caring for her family. She then went on to work as a Sales Associate for Younkers and Walgreens for over twenty years before retiring. Mary Jean was a member of First Church of God in Des Moines. Her greatest love was her family. She loved cooking for them and having family gatherings.

She is survived by her children, Jeannine (Cliff) Carey, Linda (Mike) McConahay, and Michael (Diane) Sciachitano, five grandchildren, Bob, Theresa, Laura, R.J., and Vinnie, seven great-grandchildren, Brady, John, Jacey, Christina, Chantelle, Joey, and Aria, three great-great-grandchildren, Lucca, Christian, and Giulianna, brother, Thomas (Donna) Villirillo, many nieces and nephews, and her beloved cat, Lucy.

Mary Jean was preceded in death by her husband, John Sciachitano, brother, Joe Villirillo, and infant brother, Angelo Villirillo.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to First Church of God, 4201 E Douglas Ave., Des Moines, IA 50317, in loving memory of Mary Jean.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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