Condolence: A few years ago, my family and I had the pleasure of getting to meet Mary. She and her husband Pete invited us to come and stay with them when her son Pete, my close friend, and his family were visiting them. Though they didn’t really know us other than the little they may have heard from Pete, they welcomed us into their home as if they had known us for years and had shared good times with us. Mary went out of her way to make sure that my two children were happy and felt comfortable and welcome those few days. She did the same for my wife and I, and I remember all of the adults talking and laughing together, about topics ranging from braces to book recommendations to favorite drinks. I also remember how “cool” I thought it was as I noticed various friends and relatives stopping by at seemingly random times those few days, some just to say hello and for a short visit, and others to sit, relax, and hang out for longer periods. It seemed that Pete and Mary’s home was, without question, the “place to be” in Mechanicvillle. The constant throughout those visits was happiness, joking, and laughter. Clearly, Mary’s positive spirit was infectious, and radiated out, affecting those with whom she came into contact. I was very sad when I heard that Mary had received her diagnosis, so much for her, but also for her loving husband, son, daughters, and all of those lives she touched. I was very sad again for the same reasons when I heard of her passing. Though I had only come into contact with her a small number of times, I’m quite sure she would want all who loved her and still love her to remember the great times shared together, to raise their glasses together, celebrate her, and move forward, taking care of one another and exuding the positivity she possessed. That is what I think of when I picture Mary and her smile.

Condolence: Peter,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending prayers for you and your family.🙏
Sincerely,
Kathy & Butch Lilac

Condolence: Sue and I send our prayers and condolences

Condolence: Our family has lost a wonderful loving and funny lady. She may be gone but she lives on in all the memories that we all have of her.

Condolence: And can it be that in a world so full and busy, the loss of one creature makes a void in any heart, so wide and deep that nothing but the width and depth of eternity can fill it up!--Charles Dickens... Aunt Mary Pat, I will miss you so very much. You are perhaps the strongest, bravest woman I have ever known, and I am truly honored to know that you loved me.

Condolence: A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says, “Grieve not for me”.
Remember the best times, the laughter, the song.
The good life I lived while I was strong.
Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest.
Remembering all, how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions, no matter how small.
Go on with your life, don’t worry about falls
I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin.
Until the day comes we’re together again.
~Author unknown

The fondest memories of you with every amazing Meatloaf song you introduced me to ❤️