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Josephine Mahar Obituary
Greenfield, MA - Josephine H. (Aiken) Mahar, 93, passed away at home on Sunday, August 4, 2024.
Josephine was born in Hardwick, VT on May 31, 1931 the daughter of Harold and Frances (Ralph) Aiken. Her family moved to Greenfield when she was a young girl and then moved to Turners Falls in 1946. She graduated from Turners Falls High School, class of 1950.
She was married to Donald C. Mahar on May 27, 1950 and they had lived in Greenfield ever since.
She had been employed by the Ingersol Rand Co in South Deerfield for 27 years, retiring in 1984.
Josephine was a long time member of the Robbins Memorial Church in Greenfield.
Among her survivors are her daughter-in-law Darlene Mahar and nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Monday, Aug. 12 at 11:00 am, at Green River Cemetery in Greenfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Robbins Memorial Church, Memorial Fund, 59 Munson St., Greenfield, MA 01301
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Robert
August 18, 2024
She was a wonderful neighbor for many years and was very good friends with my former wife. RIP
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Charles, Susan and Jenn and Sandra
August 11, 2024
As a devoted friend of my mother in law and father in law, that have past on years ago, and loving person to my daughters, Jennifer and Sandra, as we came to visit. Donald and Josephine will always be remembered in our hearts, and all the great times, especially Sunday, evening get together. God Bless and lots of love. Charles. Susan, Jenn and Sandra.
Sandra Lawson (Downey)
August 11, 2024
Josephine and Donald were best friends with my grandparents. I grew up knowing them as my aunt and uncle. I have so many fond memories from my youth of summer lunches, Christmas get-togethers, and milestones celebrated. Aunt Jo we will miss you terribly. Dance in the stars with Donald and Paul.
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