Mary Reale, 78, of Culpeper, VA, died Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at her home peacefully, with her devoted husband, John, by her side. She was born April 3, 1943, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late John and Eva Burger.

Mary was a faithful Catholic woman. She was a loving wife and mother, proudly raising four children, and a mentor to many. She was an avid gardener, knitter, and quilter. As an accomplished seamstress, she made her own patterns from an early age. Mary made her own wedding gown and her bridesmaids' dresses. She lovingly handmade a quilt for each of her grandchildren. Her love was often poured into preparing all natural meals for her family, homemade canning and preserving from her garden.

Married life led them to East Fishkill, New York, where they began raising their family. After retiring, John and Mary began their adventure of RVing across the country. Along the way, they explored many states, even making their way to Alaska. After their travels, they moved to Mountain Home, Arkansas and recently settled in Culpeper, VA.

Mary was active in a variety of renewal programs within their church. Being known for her hospitality, she often hosted dinner parties and large gatherings.

Mary is survived by her best friend and husband of 56 years, John Reale, Jr., four children: John Reale, III (Cathy), Peter Reale (Heidi), Jennifer Nazak (Jason), and Elizabeth Kelly (Mark), fourteen grandchildren: John Reale, IV, Angelina Reale, Benjamin Reale, Zachary Reale (Emiko Ormsbee), Annemarie Reale, Nathaniel Reale, Lindsay Nazak, Rachel Nazak, Alyvia Nazak, Stephen Kelly, Matthew Kelly, Timothy Kelly, Teresa Kelly, and Colette Kelly, four siblings: Barbara Eves (Jerry), Liz Sharpe (Bob), John Burger (Denise), and Anna Burger (Earl Gohl), as well as beloved nieces and nephews.

In addition to her family, she will be missed by a multitude of friends across the country.

Callings hours will be held on Thursday, March 10 from 3-7pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 11 at 10am at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church, 1925 Route 82, LaGrangeville followed by interment at St. Denis Cemetery.