Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home

263 Main Street

Woburn, Massachusetts

Mary Contalonis Obituary

In Woburn, unexpectedly, Oct. 2nd. Beloved wife of the late George T. Contalonis. Devoted mother of George T. Contalonis, Jr., Mary H. Regan, and Thomas J. Contalonis and his wife Nancy, all of Woburn. Mother-in-law of John K. "Jack" Regan of Woburn. Dear sister of Kay Rybak of Lynn, James P. Doherty of Woburn, and the late Frances McNamara. Loving grandmother of James Contalonis, Carrie Arnott, Kristin Potamis, Thomas J. "Tucker" Contalonis, Jr., Barry Regan and the late Kevin Regan, and grandmother-in-law of Kristy Regan of Woburn. Also survived by 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, WOBURN, on Friday, Oct. 5th at 8:15 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main St., Woburn, at 9. Calling hours Thursday from 3 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Mary's memory to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 186 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143. (Obituary, directions and guest book at www.lynch-cantillon.com) Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home (781) 933-0400

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 3, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Contalonis

Not sure what to say?





Mary Errichetti

October 6, 2007

George,Mary and Tom I am very sorry to hear about your mother, she was a wonderful women and neighbor. Sorry I couldnt be there. May God Bless Her.

Linda Brennan

October 4, 2007

Our sympathies to Mary's family. She was such a wonderful person. We will certainly miss her.
Linda (Connolly) Brennan and Leonard Connolly

JO-ANN POWELL

October 4, 2007

Our love and prayers go out to the Contalonis Family. Mary was one of a kind. Our mothers worked together at WHS. She & George were always there when you need help.
Our sincere condolences.

Jo-Ann (VanGelder) Powell & Family

Fran & Joe Flavin

October 3, 2007

The Flavin Family extends our deepest love and sympathy to all the family. We loved "Gram" so very much and will miss her dearly.
Cherish your memories with her as we all will. Love to all!

Donna and Donovan Pihlaja

October 3, 2007

Tom and Nancy,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mother. I know you will miss her very much. May God comfort you at this time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Donna and Donovan Pihlaja

Nancy Murphy

October 3, 2007

To the Contalonis family: Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother. Always remember the beautiful memories you have of her and this will gently guide you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Nancy (Brosnan) Murphy

Gerry Ross

October 3, 2007

Mary will be missed by the many people in Woburn who knew her and loved her. She was always there to help someone out in any way she could.

Rachelle & Fausto Garcia

October 3, 2007

We are always thinking of you and the family. Our deepest sympathy for the loss of a really 'hot ticket' of a lady. She will be missed.

Jennifer DaSilva

October 3, 2007

My sincere condolences to the family of Mary Contalonis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results

Make a Donation
in Mary Contalonis's name

Memorial Events
for Mary Contalonis

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home

263 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801

How to support Mary's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Mary Contalonis's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more