Maria Bilello, formally of Huntington, NY and Coconut Creek FL, passed away in her home in Manlius NY on Saturday April 13, 2013. She was born October 28 1920, in Manhattan, NY to Diego and Josephine Augello. She was predeceased by her brothers Anthony and Vincent. She was married to Edward Tarantino in 1948 and later to Albert Bilello in 1982 both of whom have predeceased her. She is survived by her loving daughter Maria (Kyle) Doan, and son Robert (Kathy) Tarantino; and two cousins Josephine LoRusso and Dante (Rosemary) Giardina, and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Maria was a loving daughter, mother and wife, her family was always the most important thing in her life. A wonderful cook, many joyous times were spent together over holidays and other special occasions. Maria brought beauty to the world as a gifted gardener and lover of animals. All the things she loved flourished under her care. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Patrick's RC church in Huntington, NY.