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Maryjane French Obituary

FRENCH, Maryjane (Connor) Of Somerville, October 7, 2008. Beloved mother of Paul F. Jr. and his wife Kerry of Somerville, Bryan and his wife Arianne of Melrose. Gregory French & his wife Hannah of Somerville. Former wife of the late Paul F. French Sr. Sister of Marilyn Nelson of Canton and the late John Connor. Grandmother of Madison, Kailyn and Braydea Funeral procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) SOMERVILLE, Saturday morning at 10 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Catherine Church, Somerville at 11:00. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Friday 4-8. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in MaryJane's memory to the Somerville Homeless Coalition, P.O. Box 440436 Somerville, MA 02144. For more informationvisit dohertyfuneralservice.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 9, 2008.

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Mary Jane and Russy at Lobster Bake Sept., 2008

Marlies Martin

October 4, 2009

As we near the anniversary of your mom's passing I just thought you might want to know that us lunch ladies at California Products think and speak of Mary Jane quite a bit. She had a funny way of saying things that seem to come up a lot. We loved Mary Jane and miss her like crazy and wish that she was still with us, selfishly so, because she was a bright spot and you can't fill that with just anyone. I hope she is in peace and that she's up in heaven having a good time and looking down on us once in a while and having a chuckle!

Tammy Rego

October 14, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss guys. Your mom was the greatest...it was so nice to see her smiling face everyday while growing up as your next door neighbor on Albion Street :). I will miss her dearly. Stay Strong.

Susan Murphy

October 13, 2008

Paul, Greg and family, I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. I'll keep you in my prayers. Susan

John & Jenn McDonald

October 13, 2008

Brian, Greg & Paul, So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Christina Dervishian

October 13, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Maryjane was an amazing and unique woman...one in a million. I feel lucky that I knew her.

Barbara and Ron Barrows

October 12, 2008

Paul,Brian,Gregory and families
With the passing of Maryjane there will always be a empty space in our hearts. She was a very special lady to all of us. Please remember you are all still a big part of our family and remain in our hearts. Please keep in touch. Let's try and get the tradition going again.

Trisha (Barrows) Christian

October 12, 2008

Paul, Brian, Gregory,
Your mom was a wonderful lady..always full of laughs. I will always remember the times you guys came out to N.Broofkield for the cookouts and going swimming in the pool. Riding in the bucket to the loader and going to the Apple Orchard for penny candy.. so many wonderful memories ...

Eric Vroom

October 10, 2008

Paul , Bryan, Greg
I'm truely sorry to hear about your mother. My prayers are with you during this tough time.

Hannah Christopher

October 10, 2008

We are sorry about your Mom. We are thinking of you all. Love, Hannah, Eric, Matthew, Timothy, and Nathaniel

Neil Ghirarda

October 10, 2008

Greg, Paul , Bryan
So sorry to here about your Mom. I will always have nothing but happy & fond memories of her. She certainly did a heck of job raising the 3 of you. She will truely be missed. Our thoughts are with all of you. -- Neil, Jenny & Ghirarda Family

Chris McLaughlin

October 10, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Chris McLaughlin & Family

Jennifer Sibert

October 10, 2008

Paul and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Aimee (Behenna) Moran

October 10, 2008

Dear Paul, Bryan & Greg:
My family and I are deeply sadden to hear of your loss.You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you all.

Shirley & Paul Madeiros

October 10, 2008

Dear Paul & Family, We want You All to know that We are Thinking of You at this Sad time. MaryJane was a Wonderful Person, We are glad We got to know Her. Are Deepest Sympathy to You All at this time. And are Prayers go out to you All! With Love & Deepest Sympathy, Shirley & Paul L. Madeiros Sr. Medford, Mass.

Jay & Michelle

October 10, 2008

What can I say....Auntie Jane you were always my favorite! So genuine, always speaking your mind. Michelle and I already miss you so much....Say hi to Paul,Bob, and Grampy for us.....We Love You.......

Clare McKenna

October 9, 2008

On October 7, 2008, the gates of heaven graciously opened to welcome you, my dear friend, by the Good Lord (Himself), His Blessed Mother (your favorite), and a band of the best angels. No doubt, you are floating on the most beautiful clouds and so resting in a much-deserved and much-needed
place of peace free of anguish and suffering.

While on earth, you became a true warrior and a true survivor, who mastered the arts of love, caring, compassion, loyalty, understanding and forgiveness. When no one else truly understood one's human emotion and feeling, you DID IT with perfection and without reservation.

Thank you for life-long love and friendship, and most of all, thanks for the CHUCKLES and FUN!

You shall be missed and NEVER forgotten. Love you dearly.

I extend my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to your family you so loved and cherished.

christina quinlan

October 9, 2008

French Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will truly miss her.

The Boyle Family

October 9, 2008

Greg,
We are saddened by the death of your mother. It was evident that she was a very good person who loved her family dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jean Rowe

October 9, 2008

Our sincere sympathy to the French family on the loss of Maryjane. Richard and Jean Rowe

Carolyn Consolo

October 9, 2008

Paul, Greg, Bryan and Family: I very saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. love always Carolyn C.

Tara Forestell

October 9, 2008

Paul, Greg, Bryan and Family: We are very saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Marlies Martin

October 9, 2008

I have worked with Mary Jane for the last 3 years in the accounting department and I just want you all to know how much I will miss her. She was so much more than just a co-worker, she was a good friend. She had a way with words that made you instantly feel better about any situation! She's funny and smart and a good good person. I know her passion was her family, her greatest joy! The birth of each of her grandchildren was a celebration. Meeting you all today, Bryan, Paul and Greg, I know why she was so proud of you all. You are great guys! I wish you well and I will miss your mom. Love, Marlies

Donna Foley-Hodges

October 9, 2008

Paul, Brian and Greg; Don and I were your first floor neighbors for a few years. Don has since passed himself. My deepest sympathy to you and your families at this difficult time. My prayers with with you.

Colleen Madden

October 9, 2008

Paul&Family, We are so sorry for your loss! Thinking of you all! Love,Sean&Colleen Madden

Ellen & Richard Mitzel

October 9, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Amanda Kennedy

October 9, 2008

Paul, Bryan and Greg....

Keith and I are truly sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. Please know that each of you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Keith and Amanda Kennedy

Jesse Clingan

October 9, 2008

I never had the pleasure of meeting you Mrs. French except through your son, my friend, Bryan. What a wonderful woman you must be. My thoughts and prayers are with your family through this most difficult of times.

The O'Connell Family

October 9, 2008

Paul, Bryan & Greg,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this time.

Tracie Tracy

October 9, 2008

Paul, Bryan and Greg,
the 3 of you, and the wives you have chosen, are a direct correlation of the type of woman your mom was, and how she raised you. We all love to be around you and your wives......it's always comfortable, relaxing, and of course your sense of humor makes it so much fun. But what is so apparent is your caring and concern for others, and how nice you all are. We were all very fortunate to have MaryJane in our family. Your mom was one of the most genuine people i've known. It was always great to be around her........again, comfortable and relaxing, and she always said it like it was!
At this time we all need to remember why we smiled when she was around us. I will miss her at all our family functions, but i'm happy to know she is now with Uncle Robert and Grampy.
I love you!
Your cousin, Tracie

ROBIN PERRON

October 9, 2008

I LOVED HER LAUGH. SHE WAS SO PROUD OF HER BOYS.. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER IN MY HEART..

Russy Welch

October 9, 2008

My dear friend I will always miss you...xxoo

Kathy MacLean

October 9, 2008

Losing Maryjane is a loss that my words can't describe. I wish I could have seen her one last time and given her a hug and told her how much I loved her. I feel as though I have not only lost a very dear friend but a sister as well. My memories are many, all wonderful, and they will always be a comfort. Her sons are her legacy. She did a wonderful job raising them and loved them so much. Their accomplishments and character are a testament to the wonderful person she was. Will miss her terribly.

The Sands Family

October 9, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at such a difficult time. Always know that you have family and many friends that are there for you always.

Paul and Barbara Silva

October 9, 2008

We remember the good times we had with your Mom at Little League. She was a nice lady. Our thoughts are with your families.

Shirley Berry

October 9, 2008

Paul, Bryan and Gregory,
No Mom could be more proud of her boys than your Mother was of you three. We are so deeply saddened by this loss as your Mom was very special to us all. We also are so very proud of you and are truly amazed by your devotion, love, and ability to handle this difficult time. The love, devotion and compassion that I witnessed over the past week was remarkable. Who you are, is a direct result of the love and guidance your Mother shared with you. She was and always will be a very special part of our family. Your Mom was an incredible and amazing woman and anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her knows this. We love her and you so very much. Know that we are always here for you.
Prayers and love, Auntie Shirley and Uncle Dan

Denise Townsend

October 9, 2008

Paul, Bryan & Greg,
Your mom is a beautiful person and she did a wonderful job raising you into the amazing men you are today.
We had a lot of laughs and good times whenever she was around. She will be missed by so many. She's now with grampy and we all know how much he loves her. She will forever be in my heart.
I love you all very much,
Auntie Denise

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