Maria C. Chielli (nee Talarico), of Cherry Hill, NJ, passed away on November 26, 2017 at the age of 93.  She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Anthony Chielli and loving mother of Jessica, James, Jack and the late Joseph Dominic Chielli.  She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, Joseph Kaplow and Jacob, Maria and Anthony Chielli.

Maria was a member and past president of the Educational Aides of Cherry Hill, which she founded.  She was a pianist, artist and writer and enjoyed gardening.  Maria also loved time spent in Avalon during the summer.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation on Saturday 10 to 11 AM at the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, 820 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ.  A time of sharing and remembrance will follow at 11 AM.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Wetland Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor, NJ 08247 or the Summa Foundation for Mindful Living, 3019 Midvale Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19129.