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Thursday
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March
Visitation
2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home
111 Paradise Row
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Friday
24
March
Funeral Mass
12:00 pm
Friday, March 24, 2023
Our Lady of the Assumption Parish
360 Dufferin Row
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
(506) 653-6855
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Lloyd and Martha posted a condolence
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Dianne, sending our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your sister. Our heart is with you and family in your time of sorrow. Wishing you peace, comfort and courage. Lloyd and Martha
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Terry O'Hearn posted a condolence
Friday, March 24, 2023
Dear Justin and Mike
I'm thinking of you both with fond memories today.
I pray that you will be surrounded by love and care in this sad time.
Love,
Terry O'Hearn
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Mary Jane Smith posted a condolence
Friday, March 24, 2023
Dear Carol, Dianne and family of Mary Connell:
We are so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Gone far too soon.
Sending our sincere condolences. May treasured memories give you comfort during this difficult time.
Mary Jane and Steven Smith
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Margaret McTague (Bonner) posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Richard Family, So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was always so friendly and pleasant while flying around the halls at St. Joseph’s. Mary never aged, always looked like a teenager to me. Rest in Peace Mary.
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(Smith )Atherton Kelli posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Richards family’s.
Thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
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Mary Rose Dewar posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
So very sorry to hear of the passing of dear, sweet Mary. She was truly a special gift from God and now shines brightly in her heavenly home. She will always be a guiding light to her family whom she loved so very much.
Mary Rose (McGovern) Dewar
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Cynthia and Albert Campbell posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Condolences to all the family. Thoughts and prayers from Albert and I. May she rest in peace.
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Morag Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Patti,
Very sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my deepest condolences.
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Alan Hayman posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Condolences to all of the family (RC you need anything let me know)
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Ann M Arsenault posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
To the Richard Family,
We are sorry to hear the passing of Mary. Our deepest condolences to all the family
The Parks Family
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Traci Surette posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Carol and family ,so sorry to hear of Mary's passing .Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time ,RIP Mary.
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Pat an Ed Bates posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Dear Rick and family, we are so very sorry and saddened to hear of your dear Mary’s passing. Mary was a beautiful person who brought so much love to you and also to so many whose lives she touched. We extend our deepest condolences to you and all who loved her.
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robert brown posted a condolence
Thursday, March 23, 2023
our thoughts and prayers go out to the family
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Jean Lamont posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Sorry for the loss of your wife Ricky and family Also Shirley and family. May time heal your sorrows and memories live on.
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Anne Marie Gormley posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Mary means "Beloved" and she was loved by all, her wonderful family- Rick, Justin, Michael, Amanda, Hailey, Norman, the large fun loving Richard clan and many, many friends. To know Mary was to love her, she was so full of grace and compassion! Mary spread such joy, enthusiasm, and laughter in everything she touched with her beautiful personality and smile. She touched our hearts, she was truly an angel on earth. We know for sure she is now an angel in heaven. There are not enough words to describe the depths of sorrow that will be experienced by all that will miss her so greatly.
From Saint Peter's School to Saint Vincent's School, life was always an adventure when you were with Mary! Being blessed with your friendship for over 50 years is one of my greatest treasures. You were such an inspiration to me, you knew the Lord was with you on your difficult journey and often said "God is so good." Rest in peace my dearest friend. Until we meet again.
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Geraldine and Aaron Brooks posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Rick and family, Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your beloved Mary. Thinking of you and and praying for comfort during this difficult time. Geraldine and Aaron (Bowling Buddies)
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Mary Holmes posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Shirley,Carol,Dianne,Patti
So sorry to hear of Mary's passing.
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Christine Erb posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
To all of Mary"s family. I am so sorry to hear of Mary"s passing. I worked with Mary and have know her and Carol for years. We all had alot of great laughs in the ECG Department.
Special prayers for you all. Extra hugs for Carol. Chris Erb
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Peter Bowes posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Patty ,so sorry to hear about your Sister passing ,thinking of you .
Peter Bowes
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Penney Merrithew posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
My deepest sympathy to each of you on the loss of your treasured daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend. Mary was an absolute bright light, her smile and laughter has been shared with many over the years and brightened many lives. I have fond memories of Mary growing up in the North End, as Patti's big sister, we certainly looked up to her. When I think of her, one of the pictures that comes to mind is, Mary polishing her pennies with ketchup, after her big win playing the card game In Between or Rummoli. :) We sure played lots of games over the years, I may or may not have come home crying after losing 50 cents. LOL
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you grieve and celebrate the very impactful life of Mary. My deepest condolences.
Penney (Montgomery) Merrithew
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Peter,Karen Wedge and Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Dear Ricky and Family.We are so very sorry to hear about your dear wife Mary.You are in our thoughts and prayers
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Noelle McHugh posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Rick, Justin, Michael, Shirley, Carol, Dianne, Wayne, Johnny, Patti. I was so saddened when I heard of Mary's early passing into heaven where she absolutely is now! When I think of Mary I remember that we were inseparable during high school. I think of how much i enjoyed our special friendship as well as all the time I spend at the Richard household with Mary's close and wonderful family. I wish I had of stayed in better touch with Mary because she was truly an extraordinary woman and now that is my loss! Mary was a rare combination of kindness, courage and integrity. She had a strong sense of social justice and she could stand her ground when she saw others being treated unfairly. I always admired Mary. She was caring, loyal, dependable and very strong. I'm sure your hearts are broken. Look for signs of Mary for if it is possible for a soul to communicate from heaven Mary will!
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Debbie & Paul King posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
To; Carol, Kenny & family. Sorry for your loss of your sister & sister-in law. Please accept our deepest condolences and know our prayers & thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Brenda and Ron McGrath posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
To Shirley, Carol, and Patti Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. I saw Mary about a year ago and she was happy and drinking a coffee. She thought maybe she would apply for a job posting at Tim's. I said she could do anything she wanted. May you rest in peace Mary you have earned your wings. Fly High.
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Sharon nelson posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Carol (Ken ) so sorry to hear of your sisters passing thinking of you all love Sharon Ralph Nelson and family
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Jennifer Chapados posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Patti, and family. I am deeply saddened to learn of Mary’s passing. Mary was a beautiful human. She was gentle, kind and caring. Sending you my love and condolences. Rest easy Mary. You will be missed.
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Lynn Doucette posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
My most sincere sympathy and condolences to you. I have great memories of working with Mary. She was a great person. Although I am away I will be thinking of you all. Big hugs to Rick Carol and Patty. RIP my dear friend
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Brenda Stewart posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
I am very sorry for your loss Justin and Michael and condolences to the family, she is now with her love ones on the other side, love Brenda and Harvey
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Darlene Toner posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
So sorry for your loss,Gary,Brenda and family.
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Ruth Vincent posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Dianne, George and family, so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Love and warmest wishes, Mom and sister, Ruth
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Beth Casey posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Ricky and family.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Beth and Joe
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Debbie Bernier posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
To Nephews Justin and Michael and Family My sincere Condolences to you in the passing of your mom. We know she is in a far better place now. You are all in my thoughts and prayers God Bless love Aunt Debbie.
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Peggy Wood posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Dianne and George, and to all of Mary’s family, my warmest condolences.
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Janice Ross posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
To the Richard and Connell family’s, sorry to hear of Mary’s passing cherish the memories she was an angle on earth
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Krista Jones posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Mary had a brightness that shon within a room. She was smart, when she pointed out an ECG needed attention, you knew it did. I was lucky to know Mary both at work and as a friend of the family. I feel blessed to have known her and that the world was better for her being here. Heartfelt condolences to her loving family. May memories keep you strong during this difficult time. Trevor and Krista Jones
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Penny Hanlon posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
My condolences to all of the family. One thing you can count on is the wonderful memories.
Penny Hanlon
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Gisèle Reid posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Marge, I am saddened by the passing of your lovely daughter -in law Mary. I had many conversations with her while my husband Mike was at Bobby’s Hospice. All my love and prayers are with you and your family. Gisèle Reid, Brentwood Tower.
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Pat Lively posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Rick and Mary’s siblings and families: I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She loved you all so much. Please except my deepest condolences . Keep Mary’s memories close in your heart and she will always be with you. Thinking f you all at this difficult time.
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St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Rick and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She will long be remembered here at St. Joseph's for her care and compassion and her beautiful welcoming smile. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Teresa posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Patti, and Family,
So sorry to hear of Mary's passing, gone much too soon. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. I remember Mary growing up in the North End and seeing her many times St. Joe's, she was a smart, thoughtful and just a great person to know.
Please accept my sincere condolences
Teresa (McLaughlin) Gallant
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Carol posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Patty and family. So sorry to hear that Mary has passed away. Sincere condolences for this very difficult time. God bless you all.
Carol Clark
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Sherry Hyde posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
So very sorry to hear this news. Thinking of you guys. May all your memories help you thru this time of grieving. Mary was always a happy person. Sherry Hyde
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TeeTee and the Urban Legends posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
On behalf of Urban Legends Line Dancers, we send our sincerest condolences to Rick, her boys, and her family...!! We will miss her smile, laughter, and her genuine loving and caring ways. Fly high with the angels Mary, you definitely deserved your angel wings.... Love and prayers to all
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Patti Northrup posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
I send my sincere condolences to Mary family and friends.My prayers and thoughts will be with you all.She was a wonderful classmate.She will be missed.
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Paula Shea posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Rick and family my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in peace my friend.
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Gloria Rushton posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Dear Carol,Diana and family so sorry to hear about Mary, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
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Sherry Keating,JoLynne Landry posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Rick,boys and family.
We send to you and your family our sincere condolences during this difficult time. Mary will always be remembered by her smile,kindness, and wonderful person she was. May the Lord comfort you all, She will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.
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Annette Bernier-Witherington posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
I had Mary as my ECG Tech over the years at St. Joseph's. My maiden name was Mary Antoinette Bernier and so it became a shared joke between us. She was a lovely lady. Condolences to all the family, especially Marge Marsden from Brentwood, a former neighbor.
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Debbie Maxwell posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Dear John, Lisa and all family members,
Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to you on Mary’s passing.
I attended St.Vincent’s High School with Mary and graduated with her. (Class of 1978). I met her often afterwards, during the years we worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was a kind caring soul, always smiling and so very sweet.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Debbie (Breau) & Mike Maxwell
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Mark and Debbie Beckwith posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Mike and family, our sincere condolences to all of you for the loss of such a wonderful lady.
Mark and Debbie Beckwith
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Sylvia posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Our condolences to the family & friends. So sorry for your loss. She was a great little lady , a lot of people will miss her . RIP Mary
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Nancy (McLean) Estabrooks posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Sincere condolences to Mary's family. I met Mary at St. Peters school in grade 9 and moved on to St. Vincent's High school from where we graduated . She was such a sweet person and always had time for a chat and a laugh.
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Sue & Bill Melvin posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Dear Carol (Kenny), Dianne (George)
We are very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family today and in the most difficult days ahead. Hugs
Sue & Bill Melvin
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Lorraine Bird posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Connell & Richard Families at this difficult time.
Love Lorraine Bird and Family
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Swetman Family posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the Connell & Richard Families
Cousin Mary was a beautiful lady and loved by all♥️
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love, Cousin Edwin, Donna Swetman & Families
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Margie Sullivan posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Rick, Justin, Michael and all of Mary’s family.
Heaven has definitely gained the sweetest of angels. There are just too many memories to write, her sweet, kind, humble way and her great sense of humour will not be forgotten.
My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Mary Snell posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Carol, Dianne, and Families,
Sorry to hear of your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, during this difficult time.
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Susan Eldridge posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences to Mary’s family and friends.
I had the good fortune to re-connect with Mary when I moved back to Saint John . I met Mary walking her dog at Duck Cove and most recently at Uptown Sparkles . Our relationship goes back to our early days at St.Pius . Heaven has gained a sweet angel .
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Kenneth Galbraith posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
My condolences to you George and all the family.
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Maureen Pappas posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
I worked with Mary at St. Joes many years ago in the ECG Department. She was always so kind and helpful and she had a great sense of humour. I’m so very sorry to hear this sad news. My sincere condolences.
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Janice Oram posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Sending sincere condolences to the family. I graduated with Mary from St Vincent’s. Our paths crossed many times over the years. She was the sweetest person with the biggest heart and smile. Janice Oram (Anderson )
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gordie thomas posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
so sorry for your loss, take care and god bless
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Judy Allen posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
To Mary's family. My sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Xoxo
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Andrea brown posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
To Mary's family,my deepest sympathy,Mary and I were good friends in school,she was always caring about other people.Mary would do things for people and never let on.Although Mary was always happy and outgoing,she had a strong spiritual side, that gave her great strength, she was one in a million.
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Angie Robar posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
So sorry to hear this Mary! You were such a beautiful soul..
Angie Robar
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Janice Oram posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Saddened to hear news of Mary’s passing. I attended St.Vincents and graduated with Mary. Condolences to family.
Such a kind person.
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Christine (Stanton) Christian posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Dear Ricky and the Connell Family:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Cherish all the wonderful memories and times you both had together.
Christine (Stanton) Christian - your cousin from Halifax, Nova Scotia
and Jim Haughn
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Linda, Jennifer & Tabitha Dempster posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Sending our deepest condolences to the Richard and Connell Families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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PETER FOX posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
I am very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. To Mary's family and friends , please accept my deepest condolences.
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Shelly Graham posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
To all of Mary's family please know I am thinking of you all as you go through this very difficult time. I knew Mary and other family members as we all went to school together in the North End then onto High School. I would often run into Mary at St Joe's . Sending my sincere condolences . Take care. Shelly Graham(Ryan)
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Ian Lamont posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
My deepest condolences Ricky, to you and your family. So very sorry Ricky for the passing of your wife Mary. My Prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.❤ Sincerely Ian
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Sarah Cleveland posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Michael,
So sorry to hear or your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and I have many memories of her while we hung out at your house. Thoughts are with you at this time.
Sarah Cleveland (Jacquard)
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Neil & Kim Stanton posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
So sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you all ....god bless
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Christina Gabriel posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was a great people person. She will be missed by all who has the pleasure of knowing her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. RIP Mary I will miss your wonderful kind caring personality.
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Brad & Tammy Coombs posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Patti, so very sorry for your loss . Thinking of you and your family. Sending love and hugs xoxo
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Ann Kern Brooks posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Justin and Michael, I am so very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was a wonderful Mom and lovely person, I always looked forward to chatting with her. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Teacher Ann (Kern) Brooks
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Angela Yurco posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
So sorry to read of Mary's passing. Sending my deepest condolences to all. Thinking of you. Mary was always so cheerful.
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Sue Keeley posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Dear Dianne, Kathy and family of Mary
So very sorry to see this news about Mary, she was absolutely beautiful and so easy going. Sending sincere condolences and sympathy. Sincerely Sue Keeley
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