Mary E. Siniscalchi

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Siniscalchi (nee Hall), age 52, of Wayne, NJ.

Mary passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday, January 15, 2024 at her home in Wayne, NJ.  She was the only daughter and youngest of four children to Harold and Marie Hall and was a life-long resident of the Packanack Lake section of Wayne.  While growing up in Wayne, Mary participated in a variety of sports, her favorite being soccer.  She attended Wayne Valley high School and graduated with the class of 1989.  Following her high school graduation, Mary found employment quickly with Jan Fence in Wayne.  She began working at Jan Fence answering the phones.  Later she was transferred to the accounting department, then eventually became office manager.  After twenty years or so, Mary left Jan Fence and accepted a position as a bookkeeper with Malanga’s Automotive in Riverdale, NJ.  Mary worked there for about two years until her passing.  

After dedicating many years to her professional career, Mary decided to embark on a new chapter by enrolling in college later in life. Her decision to pursue higher education demonstrated a profound commitment to personal growth.  Despite the challenges that often accompany returning to academia as a mature student, Mary's determination and resilience was greatly inspiring. 

In 1991, Mary’s brother introduced her to a handsome young man by the name of Mark Siniscalchi.  The two hit it off great and started dating.  The couple dated for several years and as fate would have it, they exchanged wedding vows on September 3,1999 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Wayne and became husband and wife.  The newlyweds settled in their hometown of Wayne and have been there ever since.  While residing in Wayne they welcomed the birth of their two children Nicholas and Madison “Madi”.  

Mary was a compassionate soul with an unwavering love for animals, specifically the Boxer breed of dogs. Her deep connection with these four-legged companions led her to dedicate her time and energy to a meaningful cause. Mary became a devoted volunteer at a Jacquet Boxer in Oakland, New Jersey where she could actively contribute to the well-being and care of these lovable canines.  She worked there alongside her mother and her husband as well.  

Aside from all of Mary’s hobbies, talents, and interests, her greatest passion was for her family.  Nothing in the world meant more to Mary than providing for and spending time with her friends and family.  Mary and Mark cherished nearly twenty-five years of loving and loyal marriage together.

Mary was a wonderfully funny and social person who loved entertaining friends and family especially for the holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve.  She was often selfless to a fault, constantly thinking of the needs of others before her own.  She was also an extraordinary cook, able to prepare any dish or recipe given to her.

Mary will be forever remembered as a devoted wife and mother. She touched the lives of many people and will be truly missed by everyone that knew her.  

Mary is survived by her husband Mark Siniscalchi of Wayne, her son Nicholas Siniscalchi of Wayne, her daughter Madison Siniscalchi of Wayne, her mother Marie Hall of Wayne, three brothers: Kevin Hall and his wife Denise of Albuquerque, NM, Jim Hall and his wife Debra of Boca Raton, FL, and John Hall and his wife Danielle of Morristown, NJ, seven nieces; Marisol, Miranda, Bella, Samara, Jordan, Victoria, and Melissa, two nephews; Dillon, and Devon, three great nephews Gage, Christopher, and Cole, and one great niece Scarlett .  She was predeceased by her father Harold Hall.  

Those who wish to make a donation in Mary’s name are asked to consider Friends of Wayne Animals, PO Box 3701, Wayne NJ 07470.