Maria 'Marie' C. Sokernyk

Maria ‘Marie’ C. (Maggio) Sokernyk, 89, of Auburn, passed away Wednesday evening, February 25, 2026, at Loretto Nursing Home in Syracuse. She was a lifelong resident of Auburn, the daughter of the late Andrew and Rosa (Volino) Maggio. ‘Marie’, as she was affectionately known by her family and friends, was a longtime beautician. She retired from New Process Gear in Syracuse after more than 20 years of service. She was an avid bowler and proud member of the 600 Club. Marie was a former Sicz club member and enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She cherished all the many special times shared with her family and will be deeply missed by all of them.

She is survived by her loving children, Deborah (Thomas) Netti, Paul (Debra) Samasuck, and Donna (Woody) Laird; seven beloved grandchildren, Bryan Netti, David (Marc) Netti, Erin (Charles) Bond, Jenniffer Luhr, Kevin (Melissa) Luhr, Stephen, and Scott Samasuck; several great-grandchildren; two brothers, Joseph (Betty Jane) Maggio and Andrew (Patty) Maggio; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to her parents, Marie was also predeceased by her husband Yaroslaw ‘Jerry’, two sons, Stephen and Mark, a sister, Nicolina Bolak, and a brother, Rocco Maggio.

There are no services at this time. A graveside service will be held in the coming months in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please kindly consider a donation in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maria 'Marie' C. Sokernyk, please visit our floral store.