Mary Lyn Symes DeNiro
February 15, 1959 - May 4, 2018
Mary Lyn was born to Ted G. And Marilyn Symes and grew up in Taylorsville, Utah enjoying horseback riding, music, dance and baton. She graduated Valedictorian of her Murray High School class and Magna Cum Laude from the University of Utah. Mary Lyn married her high school sweetheart, Dan DeNiro, and together they enjoyed a forty year romantic love affair.
Mary Lyn worked as the Executive Secretary to the Chairman of ASARCO Incorporated and attended Fordham Law School where she served as Associate Editor of the Fordham Law Review, received the Constitutional Law Prize, and graduated Magna Cum Laude.
She clerked for the Eastern District of New York Federal Court and joined the law firm of Davis, Polk & Wardwell. Mary Lyn entered corporate practice with Zurich Insurance Group and served as Senior Attorney in both the Zurich, Switzerland and New York offices. Mary Lyn was a member of the Seraphic Society, an accomplished pianist, pastry chef, and enjoyed her travels to Australia, South America, and throughout Europe. She twice took her parents to visit their ancestral home, Ireland.
Mary Lyn would like to thank her dear friends Diana Benjamin, Alice Kane, Sharon Levine, Barbara Leibgott, and Joan Schultz for all of their love and support throughout the years..
Mary Lyn is survived by her husband Dan; mother Marilyn; brothers Ted and Shawn; sister Shannon; and adored nephew and niece Kyle and Savannah. She is preceded in death by her beloved father Ted G. Symes.
A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. All are invited to share their remembrances and condolences. Guests are encouraged to use the complimentary valet parking on the north side of the building.
In Loving Memory
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Mary Lyn's passing. Mary Lyn and the Symes family have been such a big part of my history and the memories are cherished. Sending my love, Sandy Kitchen
Sandy Kitchen Preece
Kansas City, MO
I am going to miss my dear friend Mary Lyn. We worked together at Zurich in the NY legal office. I admired her strength and courage so much. The entire family have my deepest condolences. Mary Lyn memories will continue to live on in each one of us. God bless, Amanda
Amanda Mohamed
NYC, NY
Diane and I send our love and prayers to your family during this difficult time. It was an honor for me and my parents to be present for MaryLyn's passing and to offer some of the first supportive hugs to your family! Mary Lyn was one of my first baby sitters and was one of the smartest people I ever knew. She will be greatly missed.
Gordon Swensen
Sandy, Ut
I had the pleasure of working with Mary Lyn over recent years and have such fantastic memories of a warm, caring and knowledgeable lady. My thoughts are with you all.
Steve Huxtable
Swindon, UK
I met Mary Lyn through The Seraphic Society and had the pleasure of working with her on one of its sub-committees. On a few occasions past, despite her illness, she participated. I was shocked to learn of her transition. Sincere condolences to her husband and family. May the love and memories always lift your spirits. Blessings.
Millicent Gordon
New York, NY
I was saddened when inread of Mary Lynn's passing. I rememeber her so well in high school. My thoughts are with you Dan during these hard times
Julie Randazzo openshaw
Draper, UT
Shawn, so sorry to hear about your dear sister. I was just talking to her a few months ago in the Sky Club. Mary Lyn was always smiling and always had a kind word to say when we chatted. She loved her family so much. Gone way too soon. Praying for you and your family Shawn.
Scott
nan, nan
I worked with Mary Lyn at Zurich for many years. She was a good friend and was an inspiration to me. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to the family. Mary Rose
Mary Rose Bosko
Valley Stream, NY
I had the pleasure of working with Mary Lyn for many years at Zurich. She was a wonderful person and I will miss her greatly. She was so vibrant and witty. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Sharon Shanahan
Bermuda, nan
I knew Mary Lyn in High School. We did plays and sang in choir such together. She and Dan were dear friends. We lost touch since then but so saddened and shocked to hear of he passing. Condolences and prayers to her family and friends.
David Hunter
Murray, Ut
Dan, my thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a wonderful person and you guys had a great life together. You to where turely blesssef. I can not help to think that Mary Lynn and Rick are not having a few laughs together.
Chris Hunter
Ogden, Ut
I'm so sad to hear of Mary Lyn's passing. At MHS she was our beautiful Mrs. Anna in The King and I. She also was in the first group of students from MHS to compete in Honolulu. My love to Dan and the Symes family at this most difficult time. You've always been in my fondest memories. A lifetime's not too long to be as friends. Leland Flinders
Leland Flinders
North Salt Lake, Ut
Dear Dan I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife,Mary Lyn. It's so difficult to lose your loved one. I wanted so much to thank you for your kindness when my son,Rick died. I couldn't find your address. Your condolences really helped. I hope you will find some comfort too. Love,Bev
Beverly Halliday
Lakeville, Mn
We met Mary Lyn so many years ago at Disneyworld's Food and Wine Festival. A truly remarkable human being. One of the kindest people we have ever met. We think of her so very often. She will be missed.
Craig and Bobby
Pittsburgh, Pa
The Altman family were shocked & saddened to learn of Mary Lynn's passing. She was a classmates of mine in law school & a dear friend.She was a wonderful person & leaves the world a better place for her having been in it. Our sincere sympathy to all her loved ones
Ken Altman
Tenafly, Nj
I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was always so nice to me in high school. I remember what a vivacious person she was. My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with Dan and all of your family
Melinda Diefenderfer
Herriman, UT
Mary lyn was my aunt more like my second mother her and I have so many good memories she will forever be missed.
savannah serre
taylorsville, ut
I am so thankful to chris smith for letting the taylorville crowd know of mary lynn's passing. This was a shock. Her family has my thoughts and prayers as you learn to move forward. Susan
Susan kight giles powell
Gilbert, Az
I was shocked and saddened to hear if the passing of Mary Lyn. I sat next to her in all of the law school classes we had together. Although I lost touch with her over the years, I never forgot her. We spent many minutes waiting for class to begin talking about her family and friends in Utah. She had a marriage every little girl dreams of one day having - one filled with love and respect. Mary was not only brilliant, but she was kind and caring as well. I am deeply saddened that her life is over. May her memory continue to bless all of her family, friends, and colleagues.
Paula Krone
Dacula, GA
I was saddened to read of Mary Lyn’s passing. We were in the same class at Fordham Law School, and in study groups together. I remember her grace and fine intelligence; she was very modest about her accomplishments. I have thought of Mary Lyn many times over the years since graduation with affection and respect. My sympathies to the family for your great loss.
Joyce Stickney
Brooklyn, NY