Obituary of Marianne S. Bozzo

Marianne S. Bozzo, age 76, of Mansfield, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at her home. She was born on March 29, 1947 in Bad Segeberg, Germany, a daughter of Hellmut and Charlotte (Dose) Seefeldt. She immigrated to the United States with her parents when she was five years old. Marianne graduated from Mansfield University in 1969. She taught German and English at Liberty High School for 34 years. During her time there she chaperoned 10 student trips and one adult trip to Germany. She also visited her German family numerous times over the years. Marianne and her husband, Paul Bozzo, celebrated 54 years of marriage on July 26, 2023. She was a member of the Columbia Literary Exchange and the Mansfield Garden Club. She enjoyed playing tennis, card games, traveling, and spending time with her family. Marianne was an avid walker and gardener. Marianne was known to all her friends and family as "Mugge" (moo-ka) and to her students as "Frau." She leaves behind a legion of family and friends who loved her and will sadly miss her companionship and good counsel. Her gracious and good heart gained her the love and respect of her many friends. Her family will mourn the loss of her listening ear and guiding words of wisdom. Marianne is survived by her husband, Paul; a son, Nathan Bozzo of Blossburg, PA; a daughter, Susanne Bozzo of Snowflake, AZ; two granddaughters, Lana and Sophia Bozzo; two brothers, Juergen (Kate) Seefeldt of Mifflinburg, PA, and Gary Seefeldt of Port Allegany, PA; and a sister, Jody (John) Maxwell of Hingham, MA. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends and family are invited to call on Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 2-4pm at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will follow at 4pm. Memorial contributions can be made to UPMC Family Hospice, 32-36 Central Ave, Wellsboro, PA 16901. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com