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SOUTH YARMOUTH — Roberta Jay Mawhinney, 61, resident of South Yarmouth since 1969, died suddenly at home on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008.

Roberta was born and raised in Brookline, the beloved daughter of the late Robert Mawhinney and the late Helene Mawhinney. After graduating from Brookline High School, Roberta attended Northeastern University, Boston, where she received her bachelor's degree in business administration. Ms. Mawhinney was also very interested in the politics of the Middle East, particularly the Sunni and Shea factions of Islam. Roberta also attended the University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel, to gain a firsthand understanding of Middle East politics.

Roberta is survived by her cousins Norma York of Acushnet, and Charles Renker and his wife, Susan, of Voorheesville, N.Y., as well as numerous friends, including her best friends Diane Caggiano of Hyannis and William McLaughlin of Scotland.

Visitation will take place on Monday, Oct. 13, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the Morris & O'Connor Funeral Home, Long Pond Drive, South Yarmouth. Interment, in Brookline, will take place at a later date. For guest book or directions, visit www.MorrisOConnor.com.

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October 27, 2008

elizabeth gail Gawlowicz posted to the memorial.

October 26, 2008

Linda Mars Emerson posted to the memorial.

October 12, 2008

Valerie Usowicz posted to the memorial.

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elizabeth gail Gawlowicz

October 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about Roberta death. We had so much fun in Rainbows and school my prays are with you and your family Gail

Linda Mars Emerson

October 26, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Roberta's passing. I have known her since kindergarten when we grew up in Brookline. Roberta and her Dad had a very special bond. She was very proud of him. He was in the 101st Airborne during WWII, and he introduced her to history. He gave her a real love for it and for politics. I remember that she was mesmerized by her Dad's stories and descriptions. She would hang on his every word. It was very hard for her when he passed. I know she is up there with him now and with her dear mother, and of course with Slippers, her beloved dog. I must say that I am very proud of her and all that she accomplished. She will be remembered and sadly missed.

Valerie Usowicz

October 12, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of Roberta's passing. (Our daughter lives at 256 Long Pond, right across the street). She was a good neighbor to Christine (Boulette) and her family and to Lea and Al Usowicz who lived there before for so many years.
I remember visiting with her and with her mom and dad when we were visiting Lea and Al, we even had Easter breakfast with them soon after Lea and Al moved in in 1970. We have visited many times since then.
We talked with Roberta at our grandson's birthday party in August and it was nice to remember times passed.
We send you are heartfelt condolences,
Valerie and Stan Usowicz

J S

October 12, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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