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Madeline M. Brennan-Roarke
Madeline Brennan-Roarke Obituary
Madeline M. Brennan-Roarke, a 50-year area resident, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital in Newburgh. She was 77.
The daughter of the late Sam Butorovich and Naida Rakela Butorovich, she was born on June 30, 1931 in New York, NY. She was the widow of Robert V. Brennan and William Roarke.
Madeline was a retired bookkeeper for Ewen Parker X-Ray Corporation in Elmsford. She was a member of the Monroe Senior Center and a former member of the Monroe Women's Bowling League for many years.
Survivors include her sons, Robert V. Brennan & his wife, Roberta of Cornwall-on-Hudson and Peter J. Brennan & his companion, Carol of Monroe; daughter, Margaret N. Tomlins & her husband, Mark of Marlboro; brother, Peter Butorovich of Cary, NC; two grandchildren, Jeffrey J. Brennan and Timothy J. Brennan; nieces and nephews and many close friends.
Visitation will be on Sunday, July 27 from 3-7 p.m. at Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Avenue, Monroe.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, July 28 at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 26 Still Road, Monroe. Interment will follow in St. Anastasia Cemetery in Harriman.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Wisner Professional Building, 419 East Main Street, Middletown, New York 10940.
Funeral arrangements were made by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Homes, Monroe; www.ssqfuneralhome.com or 845-782-8185.
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Steven DiGregorio
July 31, 2008
Peter, Bobby & Maggie - I was deeply saddened to hear of your mom's passing. While she was with us, "Mad" was an amazing lady with a truly loving spirit. Thankfully, she has now found true peace everlasting. Though we will miss her everyday, know that her love and spirit will remain with us forever. God Bless.
Lisa Durham
July 30, 2008
Maggie ~
Mom and I were both deeply saddened to learn that you recently lost your Mom. Our thoughts and condolences are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Kevin DeNuzzia
July 30, 2008
Margaret & Family,
I'm sorry to hear aboout your mom's passing. The last time I was home I ran into your mom who caught me up with your lives. We were lucky to grow up when we did.Who can forget all the great parents from Lake Regions Blvd? My best to all
Lynn Ochse-Nusbaum
July 27, 2008
Peter and Margaret: My deepest sympathy for your loss of your mom. She will remain in my memories of summers in Monroe for a long time.
Abie Colon
July 26, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Todd Schuster
July 26, 2008
To Robert & family, Pete & Carol, Maggie & Mark:I'm so sorry about the loss of your Mom. She was a sweetheart & I will miss her dearly. I've known you all a long time. I'm proud to be your friend & was proud to be your Mom's friend as well. May Mama Madeline rest in peace & may God give you the strength to carry on through this difficult time. God Bless & lots of love.
Felecia Moon
July 26, 2008
Peter, Robert, and Margaret,
I am so deeply saddened to see that your mom has passed on. She was a special lady and I will cherish my memories of her. Please feel the comfort that she is now in the arms of Our Lord and Savoir in everlasting peace.
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