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Ellen Mahon Obituary


ELLEN R. MAHON  
On Wednesday, March 30, 2011, of Seabrook, MD. Beloved wife of Joseph B. Mahon; mother of JoEllen Coughlin and Beth Paolucci; grandmother of Tommy, Chris, Joey, Kelly and Matt; great-grandmother of Tyler, Jackson, Chloe and Christopher; sister of Elsie Keiner, James and Ellwood Rinehimer. Also survived by her long-time caregiver, Nerissa Edmond. Funeral Service at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, April 1, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area, 3701 Pender Drive, # 400, Fairfax, VA 22030 or Hospice of Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway,Annapolis, MD 21401.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 31, 2011.

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Pat Nickett

April 1, 2011

Dearest Aunt Ellen,
How I will miss you, but we will always share our mutual August 6th birthday. Thank you for all the vacations, clothes, and happy memories you provided for me. I loved being with you and your family. Your grateful niece, Patsy (Pat).

Pat & George Nickett & Family

April 1, 2011

We hope our love, caring, and prayers will be comforting to you today. God Bless, Pat & George Nickett and Family.

Elsie Keiner

April 1, 2011

Sorry I couldn't attend the funeral. I'll always remember all of the visits we enjoyed, especially when you came to the farm and when we had scrapple and apple dumplings. Your sister, Elsie.

April 1, 2011

My prayers go to you and your family Tommy.
from Brad M. Martin class of 97

Carol Zrioka

April 1, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of you loss. I really miss you. I wish I could be there. Joe take care of yourself and the rest of the family. What great neighbors you were.

Mary Catloth

March 31, 2011

We have known each other so long. I can't imagine the loss the Mahon family is feeling at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. As with my Dad, I will remember Ellen is now in the beloved hands of our Lord. Peace to you all.

Jane Volckmann

March 31, 2011

So very sorry to hear of Ellen's death. Fortunately,you all had spent many wonderful years together both before and after retirement and you are blessed with many dear children and grandchildren from those years.

jefferson

March 31, 2011

Please accept my condolences. May your many memories of your love one give you great strength.

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