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Mary McCourt Obituary

Age 85, of Wellesley Hills & Harwich Port, August 23, 2008. Died peacefully after a long illness. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. McCourt. Devoted mother of Robert J. Jr. of Hingham, Paul J. of Newton Highlands, Gerard M. of Milton, Gregory F. of Chestnut Hill, Peter A. of South Boston, Christopher C. of Mendon, NY & Brian E. of South Boston. Also survived by 12 grandchildren. Sister of Rev. Maurice P. Meade of Cambridge. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St. (Rt.16) WELLESLEY, Wednesday at 10 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Paul's Church, Wellesley, at 11 AM. Relatives & friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment Holyhood Cemetery, Brookline. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in Mary's memory to the McCourt Foundation for MS & the Alzheimers Assoc. 300 Congress St., Suite 302, Quincy, MA 02169. Late graduate of Emmanuel College, class of 1944. Online guestbook and directions at www.gfdoherty.com. George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley 781-235-4100

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 24 to Aug. 26, 2008.

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Eileen DeAngelis

August 31, 2008

Just read of your mother's death in the Pilot.Our mother was a roommate of your mother at Whitney Place.I hope all the good memories of your mother help you thru this difficult time.Eileen DeAngelis and DeAngelis family.

Martha MacPherson

August 27, 2008

To the entire McCourt Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

David & Mary Anne Jordan

August 27, 2008

We send our love and deepest sympathy to you Bob, Deb and children as well as all your brothers and their families. May your memories of happiers times comfort you now.

Katherine Bucelewicz

August 26, 2008

Greg: I was sorry to read about your mom. You would tell me stories about all the times you had with your mom and your family when we worked together at the Chancery.

Beth McCourt

August 26, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the McCourt brothers, daughters in law, Debbie and Mary, Uncle Moe, all the grandchildren. Christopher, Jr. and Katherine McCourt I hope you will always cherish the wonderful times you had with Nana. May you always remember the love, smiles, laughter, singing and dancing you did with her. She was a beautiful and gracious woman who embraced life. I will be thinking of you both during your time of sorrow. Love, Mommy

Beth Finnerty-McCourt

Heather Weilbacher

August 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire McCourt Family. May you find comfort through the many fond memories and support from those around you during this difficult time.

Barbara Richards

August 26, 2008

Greg: You spoke so lovingly of your mom and were so good to her. I remember our talks at Peterson Hall - you certainly loved her a great deal. I am sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in prayer.
Barbara Richards

Diane and Peter Cooney

August 26, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies. May all your loving memories stay with you forever.

Dan, Connie, T.R., and Mike Carroll

August 26, 2008

Mary was unusually gracious. She always offered kind words and her smile made people feel at ease. She will be greatly missed. Love, Mike

Now we can pray to Mary, our newest saint in heaven,you'll be hearing a lot from me, as usual..
Love, Connie and Dan Carroll

She was such a joy to be around. Your Mother will always be in my prayers. Love,T.R.

Susan Gilmore

August 25, 2008

Dear Uncle Mo, Bobby, Paul, Gary, Greg, Peter, Chris and Brian~
We cannot begin to express our sadness for your great loss. You were all blessed to have the most wonderful sister and mother! She deeply touched your lives and the lives of so many others. Clearly she was an angel on earth!

Love,
Susan and Curt Gilmore

Jennifer Carroll

August 25, 2008

Mary was a beautiful soul and will be missed, I will always remember her kind words and smile.

Mark Carroll

August 24, 2008

Mary will me sorely missed. She was a wonderful person with a big heart.

Dick Clancy

August 24, 2008

Thank you, Mrs. McCourt, for being such a positive influence in my life when I was growing up!

Burke Carroll

August 24, 2008

A sweeter, more joyful woman does not exist. Thank you Mary for always making me smile. Burkie

Donald MacGillivray

August 24, 2008

Dear McCourt Family,
Wanted to express our sympathies. Your mother would be very proud of the loving and caring sons she raised .

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