Mary Z. Miranda, 63

Mary Z. Miranda, 63, of Ocean View, Del., formerly of Irwin, Pa., passed away peacefully Friday, April 13, 2012, at home, surrounded by her loved-ones.

Miranda was born April 21, 1948, in Greensburg, Pa., to Merko and Helen (Raimondo) Zagar. At the time of her death, she was employed as a real estate agent with Connor Jacobsen Realty in Bethany Beach. She had previously worked with Long & Foster Realty Inc. She served on the board of directors and was an original member of the Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary, a supporter and fan of the Rehoboth Beach Film Festival for the last 13 years, a member of the local Penn State Alumni Association, utgoing and giving person.and past-president and a long-time member of the Rehoboth Beach Book Club. Miranda also supported, assisted and attended nearly every Contractors for a Cause fundraising event since its inception 14 years ago.

Miranda is survived by her loving husband, Frank A. Miranda, with whom she would have celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary next month; her mother, Helen Zagar of Greensburg, Pa; a brother, Mark Zagar, of Greensburg; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

A memorial service was scheduled for April 18, 2012, at Melson Funeral Services in Ocean View, Del., with private interment. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions in to Cats Around Town; P.O. Box 541; Bethany Beach, DE 19930, or to Bethany Town Cats; P.O. Box 911; Bethany Beach, DE 19970.