Published March 26, 2021

MELROSE — Gloria (Mancini) Vozzella, 90, of Saugus, died on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Rosewood Rehabilitation Center in Peabody. She was the wife of the late Edward Vozzella.

Gloria was born in the North End of Boston and she was the daughter of the late Otino Mancini and Carmela (Laporta) Mancini. She was a graduate of Somerville High School. She was a member of the Sons of Italy, the Progresso Club and retired from Danvers State Hospital.

Gloria was an avid card player and loved to travel. She was an incredible baker and a superb cook, mastering Italian food. Gloria loved all kinds of animals especially her dog, Abby and her cat, Mia. Gloria loved music and was a great dancer! Her love and affection for her family was overwhelming.

She leaves a daughter, Gail A. Vozzella of Saugus; a daughter-in-law Jane Vozzella of Wells, Maine; and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Edward Vozzella Jr., and her husband Edward Vozzella Sr.

Gloria was the sister of the late Antonette DeLuca, Rose DiTucci, Louise Rizzo, Gabriel Mancini and Domenic Mancini.

Friends and family gathered at Gately Funeral Home on Saturday, March 20 from 9-10 a.m., followed by a service at 10 a.m. Burial was held at Oak Grove Cemetery in Medford. To leave an online message of condolence please visit gatelyfh.com.