Mary Athena Conti

October 15, 1953 - December 20, 2020

Mary Athena Conti passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 20, 2020 in Sandy, Utah. Mary was born on October 15, 1953 to James Francis Conti and Alice Bonford Conti in Athens, Greece. Due to her father being in the United States Air Force, Mary lived in Greece, Alaska, and New York. Mary was raised Catholic. At the age of 19, Mary joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after finding a Book of Mormon in a hotel room. Mary moved to Utah to attend BYU. She received her degree in Library Science. Mary went on an LDS mission to France in 1978. Mary loved attending the temple and doing family history work. Mary made Utah her home after joining the LDS Church. Mary worked at Varian Medical Systems for over twenty years. Mary enjoyed crocheting, collecting dolls, was an avid reader, and loved anything that had to do with history especially archeology. Mary was a kind and selfless person--always looking for the good in others. She had a great wit and sense of humor. She was a friend to all. Survived by brother, Robert J. (Anna Lee) Conti; nephew, Robert B. (Sabrina) Conti; and five great-nieces and nephews—all of New York. No services were held per Mary’s request.