Mary Ann Zaleski

June 18, 1941 - January 22, 2022

Mary Ann Zaleski, 80, of Old Bridge passed away on January 22, 2022 at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune, NJ. She was born in Jersey City on June 18, 1941, to the late John and Mary (Rachko) Kranisky. She lived in Jersey City for 19 years until she married the love of her life Walter. They then moved to Bayonne, NJ where they raised their family. Mary Ann worked as a Clerk for the City of Bayonne before retiring in December 1999. Following their retirement, Mary Ann and Walter moved to Old Bridge, where they spent the next 22 years. Mary Ann was always happy and could light up a room. She loved her grandkids, and spending time with them was her greatest joy. One of her favorite hobbies was latch hooking. She also enjoyed her trips to Atlantic City. Mary Ann is survived by her loving spouse of 61 years Walter Zaleski, her daughter Ann Marie Portenti, her sons John Zaleski and wife Ann Marie, Steven Zaleski and wife Teresa; and her eight beloved grandchildren Michael Gill, Dana Zaleski, Tamra Zaleski, Elisa Portenti, Michael Portenti, Stephanie Zaleski, Rachel Zaleski, and Patrick Zaleski. She was preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law Martire Portenti. Family and friends are invited to remember and gather during visitation hours on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 from 3 PM - 8 PM at Old Bridge Funeral Home, 2350 Rt. 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857. A Funeral Mass will be offered for Mary Ann on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 11 AM at Most Holy Redeemer, 133 Amboy Rd., Matawan, NJ 07747. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Vincent de Paul at ssvpusa.org. Online condolences can be given to the family by visiting www.oldbridgefh.com.