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Maura Parent Obituary

Maura J. Parent
1963 - 2014
WESTFIELD
Maura J. (Haskell) Parent, 50, of 102 Westwood Dr., Westfield, passed away Monday, April 14, 2014. She was born in Springfield on September 10, 1963 to Michael Haskell and Phyllis (O'Connor) Koziol. From a young age, Maura spent her days in Westfield with her mother and step-father John Koziol. Always involved with the performing arts, she actively participated in choir, dance, and the Majorettes. Maura was always optimistic and enthusiastic about life, and that is what earned her the title of Miss Congeniality. Nine years after graduating from Westfield High School, she married her loving husband, James M. Parent III. Together, they adopted and raised two devoted children, Benjamin (19) and Margaret (15). A positive role model to everyone, Maura spent the majority of her career in the Westfield Public School system as a paraprofessional. She enjoyed all of her jobs from working beside children with special needs at South Middle School, to assisting in running the Munger Hill library, and finally performing secretary duties behind the front desk at Westfield High School. Maura passed away in the comfort of her home beside her husband, children, and dear friend. Calling hours begin 10:00am till 11:45am Monday at Firtion Adams Funeral Home 76 Broad Street, Westfield. The funeral service will be noon Monday at The Episcopal Church of the Atonement 36 Court Street Westfield. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.dana-farber.org/gift.
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Published by The Republican from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2014.
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We knew Maura through the Munger Hill School. Her kindness and her smile were so readily given. She will always be remembered fondly by myself and my children. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Nancy, Lauren & Josh Nixdorf

May 13, 2014

Maura, I was so saddened to hear of your passing and so sorry that I could not be there at your service, you were a beautiful light in this world of darkness. I am happy that you no longer have to suffer in pain and Jeremy and I will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. I will always remember how much fun we had watching our boys play soccer together that winning season. Rest in Peace my friend as you are home with the angels now and we will all rest here knowing that you are gloriously happy right now in the arms of our Heavenly Father.

Susan Graham

May 3, 2014

Jim, Ben, and Meg...My deepest condolences to you. Heaven has received a beautiful warm hearted angel. We all remember her smile and kind words every day.

April 26, 2014

Jim, my sincere sympathies to you Ben & Meg. Maura was a kind, loving lady. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Joyce Jutkus

April 23, 2014

To our newest angel

April 21, 2014

Mrs. Parent was always there with loving support for the arts at Westfield high. She was so enthusiastic in our successes and not so high moments. We all love you for your smile and encouragement. With our love and sympathy to Mr. Parent, Ben and meg

April 21, 2014

You all did the best for your beloved wife and mother. She would want your continued happiness always.

April 21, 2014

My Pray's and thoughts are with you Jim & Ben, Meg,May your angel look down on you and get you threw this

Jeanne Smigiel

April 21, 2014

Jim, Ben & Meg,

You have are most sincere condolences at this time of your loss. Now you will have a guardian angel to watch over you.

Rich & Peggy Moreno

April 21, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

April 21, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to Jim, Ben and Meg. Maura always had a kind word and a big smile for everyone. She will be deeply missed but leaves behind many beautiful memories.

Tom, Sabine, Kayla and Ryan Roskey

April 20, 2014

Deepest condolences from the Hoctor family. You are all in our prayers.

April 20, 2014

Peace to Maura's beautiful soul. Love to her wonderful family and good memories to her loving friends.

The Barcomb girls

April 20, 2014

Doc & Family
So very sorry for your family's loss. Take comfort in knowing you have a special angel watching over you.

Linda Pio

April 20, 2014

Our hearts are heavy and we grieve with you. Maura was a joy to know. We miss her, and fondly remember happier days. Please accept our prayers for her, Jim, Ben, Meg and the Koziols.

Loren, Lori, Russell, and Jessica Isler

April 19, 2014

Peace.
John,Trish,Alanna,Greg,Neal

April 19, 2014

The thought of Maura lifts a soul and brings calm to our hearts. A true once In a lifetime person.
Heaven rejoices.
The Gavin's - Tom, Rosemary , Doctor, Faith,Chuck, Jerry, and Maureen.

April 18, 2014

The Whole Westfield High School band will be in your prayers

April 18, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Maura was a lovely woman and had a very kind heart.

J. Pagano

April 18, 2014

Jim,

So sorry to hear of your loss... Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ben and Margaret during these difficult times. Maura will be missed by all of us, may she rest in peace.


Sincerely,

Bob and Sue.

Bob Sheppard

April 18, 2014

Dear Jim and family,

I had the honor of graduating with Maura from Westfield High School and later some years later we worked together. Maura always carried herself with grace and poise and her smile was infectious. The last time I saw her she was so excited to become a Mom . My prayers go out to her family and friends....

Leslie Scheip (Merrill)

April 18, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I feel very blessed to have known Maura. Heaven now has another angel to help guide our way. The Musterait family

April 18, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Maura was always a bright star in all of our lives . I was lucky to have worked wit Maura at Kindercare and South Middle. She will be missed.

Estelle Streeter

April 18, 2014

Michael and family, our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of such a beautiful mother, wife and daughter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Clare and Joe Ashe

Clare Ashe

April 18, 2014

our love to all of you.. we will all miss maura very much..

April 18, 2014

Dear Jim & family - Gerry and I send our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Please know we are thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.

Diane & Gerry Engoron

April 18, 2014

God has taken his his greatest angel home-The world, Maura's family, and friends have lost their brightest star. Maura, you are finally free and rest in peace. You will be greatly missed. Hugs and prayers to Jim, Ben, Meg and the Koziol families.

Mary Deblois and the Carpenter kids

April 18, 2014

Jim,
So sorry to hear of your loss... This time of the year represents a certain hope that hopefully adds to and helps stay strong...

Sincerely,
Rui

April 18, 2014

Heaven has added another angel to its choir. Peace Maura.

Lena Madigan

April 18, 2014

I will miss her smile, her bubbly personality and her enthusiasm for life. Prayers to Jim, Ben and Meg.

Lena Madigan

April 18, 2014

Michael and family. My sincere condolences to you all. May she rest in peace with the Lord. God bless. Don

Don Burrage

April 18, 2014

Maura was a kind soul. My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.

Peter Nassar

April 18, 2014

I'm so sad for you all. My church is keeping your family in prayer.

Kathryn Boswell

April 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She will be deeply missed.

theLaxton Family

April 17, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to Jim, Ben & Margaret. Maura was a beautiful person inside and out. It was a honor to have known her during our High School days. Heaven couldn't have gotten a better Angel.

Judy (Elliott) LaRusse

April 17, 2014

So sorry to hear of Maura's passing. She was one special lady. I will always treasure our lunches and dinners with the Juniper Park moms. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time.
Sincerely, Michele, Andy, Chris and Abby Hart

Hart

April 17, 2014

We are so very sorry to hear of Maura's passing. She was a very special person and fought a warrior's battle! We met Maura many years ago when our son was also fighting Ewings Sarcoma and lost the battle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love and prayers, Jeannie and Bernie Kosior

Jeannie Kosior

April 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Love, The Neuzil family

Barbara and Mia Neuzil

April 17, 2014

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