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Mary Venuto Obituary

Mary M. Venuto WHITMAN Mary M. (Twomey) Venuto, 49 years, died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008, at her home, in Whitman, after a courageous five year battle with cancer. Mary was born in Brockton and was a graduate of Whitman Hanson High School. She was an avid sports fan including the Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics and Patriots. She was also a softball coach. She is survived by her husband, Frank Venuto of Whitman; her two daughters, Danielle M. and Jenna C. Venuto, both of Whitman; her parents, Nancy Twomey and the late George E. Twomey of Whitman; sister of Betty Lucier of Brockton, Gail Vangelist of West Newbury, Mark and Greg Twomey, both of Whitman, and Matthew Twomey of Valdosta, Ga. Also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends invited to attend visiting hours in the MacKinnon Funeral Home, 760 Washington St., Whitman, Sunday, 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday in Holy Ghost Church, in Whitman, at 9 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to help with medical expenses to Frank Venuto, 223 Temple St., Whitman, MA 02382. For directions or to sign the guest book, visit www.mackinnonfuneral.com.

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Published by The Enterprise on Nov. 22, 2008.

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Donald Joyce

December 18, 2008

I was saddened to learn of Mary's recent passing. My sincere condolences to her entire family.
I met Mary, along with her two sisters and their dad, in the early 70's and had the pleasure of spending 2 or 3 hours a week for about 12 years in hockey rinks all over the northeast coaching one of the nicest young ladies I have ever known.
May the good Lord bless you and your family.

Lisa and Taylan

December 16, 2008

We were sorry to hear about Mary's passing. My son is a patient of Dr. Petros and he always enjoyed seeing Mary. We did not know she was sick...she never complained and ALWAYS had a smile for us. I looked forward to chatting with her and always enjoyed hearing her talk about her girls. We will miss seeing her very much and extend our deepest sympathies to her family.

Linda W

December 1, 2008

To the Venuto family---I'm sure the loss of your wife/mom has been beyond difficult. I never knew Mary but knew of her strength and courage through a long battle from Gail....
May you come to accept that she is now in heaven and at peace .

Claudia Lydon

November 25, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Lita Mattson

November 24, 2008

Venuto Family, I knew Mary through Dr. Dhillon's clinic. I found Mary to be a most courageous, graceful and inspiring. Mary has taught me to live each day with strength and to view each day as a good day. I am grateful to have known Mary. God bless you all. Mary will be watching over you all and would love to see you all be happy again. With Love. Lita Mattson.

Kimberly Flanigan

November 24, 2008

Dear Frankie,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Kim and Kevin (Hubble) Flanigan

Jen (Stachowski) Howard

November 23, 2008

Frank, Danielle and Jenna,

I am so sorry for the loss of your wife/mother. She was such a great person. I have very fond memories of her as part of our basketball team. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I think of you often.

Colleen Balch

November 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all now and always ~ if there is ever a need for anything and i can be of help you can call on me ~
Love, Colleen(Beanie)

Betty Lucier

November 22, 2008

To My Big Sister & Best Friend
As my role model in life, you have taught me how to be a caring and loving person and instilled a strength for life I will always cherish. I will always be there for D & J. I'll miss you forever. Luv ya Betty

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