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for Mary Murphy
Janis McGonagle
November 18, 2008
Karen, I'm thinking of you today on this tough day. Be strong for Mary and the family.
Love you,
Janis
Kathy Sherman
November 18, 2008
Karen Kulle:
Words don't seem enough to express the love and admiration I feel for both you and Mary. Even though our lives crossed only a few years ago, you and Mary are two of my favorite people. In spite of her struggles, Mary brought a vibrance to EVERYTHING. Our times together will always be cherished. Our loss is heaven's gain. Her life shall be celebrated as she would have wanted! Karen, my thoughts and prayers are with you. ILY
Kim Hodge & Cindy Wilson
November 17, 2008
Karen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our first time up to visit, Gail introduced us to you and Mary and we all went out to eat and had such a great time. We felt that night we had known the both of you for years. Cindy and I still talk about that night so much. It was an honor to have met Mary.
She will be missed.
Joseph Lyons
November 17, 2008
Karen , Julie + family :
So sorry for the loss of a great woman. I sure got a much more vibrant feeling about Mary after just having read her daughter Juile's posting. It was superb. Despite all the health issues Mary had , -she retained the brightness of her picture in the Globe today. Karen - you showed love expressed.
Dave Crocker
November 17, 2008
Dear Joe, Mary Ellen, & Julie,
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Dave Crocker & Dennis O'Connor
David Light
November 17, 2008
So sorry for your loss. I only new Mary thru work but can't ever remember her without a smile on her face. May memories of her keep smiles on yours.
billy roche
November 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Demi Kapolis
November 17, 2008
Karen,
Sorry for your loss. May your sister's memory be eternal.
Brooke McMillan
November 17, 2008
Karen and family,
Jimmy and I are so sorry for your loss. There are no better neighbors anywhere! I still remember Mary wearing that fabulous cowgirl hat to my wedding. People asked us "Who is that cool woman in the fab hat?" My grandmother always loved talking to Mary, and we appreciate how kind Mary was to her. My son Jack, to this day, still remembers Mary coming out of the house in her bathing suit to let him squirt her with the hose. I told him no, basically because I didn't want to get wet. But, Mary heard all this, put on her suit, came out and told Jack he could squirt her. He chased her around the lawn. That made such an impression on him. Mary certainly had a zest for life, and seemed to always look at the bright side. She will be sorely missed!
Love, Brooke and Jimmy
Janis McGonagle
November 17, 2008
Karen,
Dear, so very very sorry for your loss today. I am sure Martha is sitting with the angels, watching you and yours, forever. Take good care - know she is in a better place. Love you,
Lynette McMillan
November 17, 2008
We are sadden at your loss of dear Mary. So many memories of our summers together come flooding back. Mary's laughter and wit will be greatly missed on the deck. Love, Cy, Lynette, Brooke, Jimmy,Skye, Jack, Maran,Lily, and Julia.
Lee KELLY
November 17, 2008
Martha, Your sister was a very special woman who radiated joy. We enjoyed the cookout in Falmouth. We are praying for all of you. John & Lee Kelly,
Patricia Kelly (Stanton)
November 16, 2008
Dear Martha, Karen and Paul
So sorry for your loss. Mary will be missed by her family and friends. My prayers are with you all at this time.
Brad and Sue Cook
November 16, 2008
Martha and Family........sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Have good memories of our days in Billerica.
Brad and Sue Cook
Julie Delcourt
November 16, 2008
ahhh Mamma...
I remember when we would spend our lunches together just us two working girls. It was then that you told me about your new found love for "marching band music". I laughed at first but then, as you went on to describe how it get's you out of the house and marching around the neighborhood, I laughed that much more. With no one else able to hear the music within your headphones, you marched on as if the Commandant's Own was right behind you. That was your first lesson of many that I take with me today. March to your preferred drum beat. You only look out of place to those who aren’t close enough to you in order to hear the same cadence.
Who can forget your extensive vocabulary? Some of your common lexis found both in and outside of Webster’s Dictionary. You left those of us lucky enough to be on the receiving end of your narration feeling as if we were right there with you when it happened. Comedies, triumphs and well, even the dramas too; I loved to hear the latest, no matter how many appearances’ by illustrious “Yucka Kelley” or the illusive “Donk” there were. I guess that was my second lesson of many… “Speak up!” and “say what you feel”. Those who matter will learn from your unique expression and those who don’t learn…really don’t matter.
Do you remember when we were driving through Boston right after the “HOV” lane was first installed? I still laugh about that from time to time. As we approached the entrance, I remember seeing the state trooper and hearing you say “sit tall girls, there needs to be at least 2 adults in the car”. At the age of 11, I took what you said all too literally and I stacked two full size pieces of luggage underneath me not thinking I would take up your entire rearview. When you checked your mirror to see if you had cleared their inspection, all you could see were my feet. Hearing you laugh, I then realized that my efforts were a little over the top. You let me know I was “plenty tall enough”. Yet another lesson I will take with me.
You’re home now mom. No more worry, pain and a much better view than here on earth. I’ll miss your stories. I miss making you laugh and visa versa. I know you were frustrated to move on. I saw it in your face. Don’t be. I find it ironic that your obituary says that you “leave behind” Joey, Maryellen and I. Boy; they don’t know you at all do they? You’re not going anywhere; you just graduated to a better seat to watch over all that you love. Being loved by you is like no other love. It’s a contract of sorts where I can rest assured that as I march on, I’ll never march alone. I’ll be listening for your instep right beside me. And when I’m at a loss for words, I’ll create anew. Above all, I’ll speak up Mamma, but only to those who matter. Every time I find myself before a judgment call and I stand as tall as I can to reach my goals, I know that you’re right behind me to remind me that “I’m tall enough”. As we say in the Marine Corps Family, those who live in the Lord never see each other for the last time.
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