Mary Neglia

Mary Neglia was born on September 8, 1924. She departed peacefully on August 22, 2015 to be with Jesus, her Lord and Savior, and join friends and relatives that passed before her.

In 1950, she married Anthony (Tony) Neglia. In Escondido, they raised their family and operated their own retail business. She lived in Escondido until Tony’s death in 1997, and then moved to Fallbrook to be with family.

She is Mother to Joe (and Peggy) Neglia of Millersville, Md. and Nick (and Nancy) Neglia of Fallbrook. She is Nana to Michael (and Rachel) Neglia of Cork, Ireland; Katie (and Rory) DeBoer of Vista; and Anthony Neglia of Valley Center. She is Great Grandma to Eoin and Rosie Neglia of Cork, Ireland.

Mary brightened whenever she saw a baby. As an expression of her love for babies and as an honor to those who serve, Mary crocheted about 2,000 baby blankets and provided them for newborn arrivals at MCB Camp Pendleton Hospital. She was recognized by the Navy–Marine Corps Relief Society for her more than 10,000 volunteer hours.

Mary was satisfied with the simple things in life and was never distracted by the riches of this world. She could find great joy in preparing an excellent Italian meal or watching a child hunt for Easter eggs. She clearly understood the power of prayer and was often heard to say, "I’m going to pray about that."

The family will hold a private service in her honor.