Mary F. Coleman

Mary Coleman Obituary

BRAINTREE Mary F. (DeKarski) Coleman died August 18, 2008 at Alliance Health Care in Braintree. She was 94 years old. Born and raised in South Boston, she had lived in Braintree the past 25 years. Mary was a homemaker. Beloved wife of the late John J. Coleman. Loving mother of John J. Coleman and his wife Dorothy of Cohasset, Richard F. Coleman and his wife Mary of Weymouth and Paul E. Coleman and his wife Edna of Norton. Loving grandmother of Jean Carroll, Michael Coleman, Stephen Coleman, Patricia O'Donnell, Karen O'Keefe, James Coleman and the late John "Jackie" Coleman. Also survived by 6 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the North Weymouth McDonald Funeral Home, 40 Sea St. (off Rt.3A-Bicknell Sq.) Friday at 8:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Jerome's Church North Weymouth at 9:00 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday, 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. McDonald-funeral homes.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Aug. 20 to Aug. 21, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Coleman

10 Entries

Denise Barrett

August 26, 2008

To John, Richie and Paul
please accept our sympathy on the
passing of May. She was a wonderful
neighbor on Loring Street for years.
Now they will be all together once again. The Barrett Family

Edna Coleman

August 23, 2008

I would like to share some memories of Mae over the past years.

When I first came into the Coleman family, Mae welcomed me with open arms and she always made sure I felt comfortable and loved.

When James (Tiago) got sick a few times when he was little and unable to go to school, she would care for him for a few hours until Paul was able to pick him up. She provided all the comfort he needed and sometimes they even played cards together.

She loved feeding anyone who came to her house; so you would better be hungry if you went over her house! She always had treats for the children and grown ups. Since we’re talking about treats, it isn’t a secret that she loved sweets and chocolate. So whenever we went to Brazil and picked-up a little gift for her, we also knew if we didn’t bring her some Brazilian chocolates, she would be upset.

Mae loved having her family around her and having FUN. For example, many Christmas Day we spent together at Richard and Mary’s house. Some of the memories there was playing Pictionary and another tradition was singing “The 12 Days of Christmas” Mae had a special way to sing in a voice fit for Carnegie Hall “5 Golden Rings” which at this point everyone would burst out laughing.

Mae also taught me that you can love without barriers or borders. Whenever my mother came from Brazil to visit us and we got together with Mae; she had a special way to communicate with my mother, even though neither one of them spoke each other’s language.

She also taught me some practical things such as cooking; I had to call Mae several times on how to cook something and that’s how I learned how to prepare a delicious roasting chicken and potato salad which included pickle juice.

These actions are only a snapshot of how Mae lived her life. She lived with a compassionate heart, kindness and determination. Thank you Mae for your love and teachings. You have run the race of life with grace and wisdom and for that I am eternal grateful. I am going to miss you.

Love,
Edna

Barbara Mills Tosi

August 22, 2008

Johnny, Richie, Paul and families -- Aunt May was a warm and loving Aunt, of whom I have many fond childhood memories. She will be missed by all, but especially her loving family. Hold on tight to the really good memories, and she will be forever in your hearts. Love to you all at this sad time.

Dorothy Mills Scanlan

August 21, 2008

Though I can't be with you at this sad time, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Mae was a wonderful person, and she will be missed..

Caitlin Jones

August 21, 2008

To my Little Grandma I love you and miss you so much!! I miss your jolly smile, the sweetness about you and all the love you had to give. You will NEVER be forgotten. I love you

Audrey Kelly

August 20, 2008

May,It was my pleasure to visit with you last week. You are a treasure to your family and a long life well lived is a tribute to your legacy. My prayers are with you all for peace in your hearts and fond memories.
God bless you. Audrey Kelly

Karen O'Keefe

August 20, 2008

God looked around his garden
And found an empty place
He then looked down upon the Earth
And saw your tired face
He put His arms around you
And lifted you to rest
God's garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best
He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain,
He knew that you would never
Get well on Earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb
So he closed your weary eyelids,
And whispered "Peace Be Thine."
It breaks our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone.
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
Love, Stephen, Karen, Brian, Patty and John

Brian O'Keefe

August 20, 2008

To my great grandmother, I will miss you very much and I love you,
Love Brian Michael O'Keefe Jr.

Richard J. O'Keefe Sr

August 20, 2008

During this time my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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