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Mary Wilk Obituary
1993 - 2016 The world is less joyful with the passing of Mary Elizabeth Wilk. She left this world on July 30, 2016, to begin her next jourmey. Her tragic death was the result of massive head injuries sustained when the bicycle she was riding, while leading an adventure trek group, was hit from behind by an elderly driver. Mary was born in Pittsfield, MA on August 9, 1993 to Joseph and Nancy (Roulier) Wilk of Cheshire, MA. Besides her beloved parents, Mary leaves behind her brother, Andrew J. Wilk of Nassau, NY. Mary was treasured by her Aunts and Uncles; Joanne Roulier of Adams, Victoria Wilk (Harry Arnold) of Brattleboro, VT, Juliette Wilk-Chaffee (Spencer Chaffee) of Adams, MA, Valerie Wilk (Neal Byrne) of New Bern, NC, William Carey of Pittsfield, MA She will be deeply missed by her cousins, Dr. Benjamin Chaffee of San Francisco, CA, Katie Dumais of Pittsfield, MA, Karla Chaffee of Medford, MA, Jeffrey Amos of Troy, NY. She was pre deceased by her maternal grandparents, Lawrence and Sara (Candiloro) Roulier, her paternal grandparents, Dr. Julian Wilk and Josephine Bloniarz Wilk, and her aunt Stella Roulier Carey. Mary was the Valedictorian of the Hoosac Valley Class of 2012 where she was active in soccer, track and field, basketball, cross-country running and skiing. She was elected Class President, served on the Student Council and participated in Junior Prize Speaking and The Leo Club as president. A 2016 graduate of The University of Vermont with a BS in Microbiology, Mary was an active member of the Outing Club and served as a freshman orientation leader. While enrolled in college she was an intern with the City of Burlington Board of Health and was active in the DREAM mentoring program for underserved children Mary was an active individual. She enjoyed hiking, kayaking, biking, rock climbing and just being outdoors and hanging with her friends and family. Her infectious smile and sparkling personality left an impression with everyone she met. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Mary remembered her. The joy spread by Mary to all who were blessed to have known her will live on in a special place in our hearts. FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial celebrating Mary's life will be held on Saturday, August 6th, at 11:00 AM in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 159 Church St. Cheshire. Burial will be held privately. Calling hours in the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams, are Friday from 4 to 7 PM. A fund to honor Mary's memory has been established by her friends from the University of Vermont Outing Club. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's name may be made through: http://go.uvm.edu/wilk or through the funeral home. Donations could also be made through the funeral Home to Saint Mary of The Assumption Church, 159 Church St. Cheshire, MA 01225. To leave a message of condolence or to share a memory of Mary, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com
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David Marler
July 30, 2021
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Laurie Fitzpatrick
August 10, 2016
Nancy and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our prayers. The Fitzpatrick family (Shirley,Mike,Susan,Ellen and Laurie).
Dave Krozy
August 8, 2016
My son Taylor spoke so fondly of her I am so so sorry for your loss.
Charles Garivaltis
August 7, 2016
I am told Mary was a sweetheart. Loved by all. This is an unspeakable tragedy. I am very sorry.
August 7, 2016
Julie and Family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Jane Presnal O'Brien
Grace Cotter
August 6, 2016
Dear Joe and Nancy,
Although we did not have the privilege of getting to know Mary, we certainly knew what a beautiful and exemplary person she was. Our hearts are broken for you and sincerely hope you can find solace in your memories of her extraordinary life. Our deepest condolences to you and your entire extended family.
Jack and Grace Chaffee Cotter
Pal Callahan
August 6, 2016
Dear Joe and Nancy,
We am so sorry to hear about Mary. It is such a devastating loss to you and all of us who know you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. With our deepest sympathy.
Paul and Deb
Guin Griswold
August 5, 2016
Mary was a pure delight to know and I am so thankful to have gotten to work with and know her for even a brief time. Nancy- I hold you and your family in my heart and thoughts.
Phoebe Tucker
August 5, 2016
Mary was a light at UVM whose warmth made everyone feel at home. My love and condolences from afar! #LiveLikeMary <3
August 5, 2016
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences at this most challenging time.
- Becket Police Department
August 5, 2016
To Mary's family,
Our hearts are heavy and broken with the pain of the loss of your Mary. May the love of friends and family carry you through and comfort you.
Love,
Pat, Gary, Paul, and Adam Mazzantini
Cathy Meister
August 5, 2016
Dear Nancy, Joe, and Andy;
I cannot imagine the grief you must be experiencing. Alan and offer our most heartfelt condolences. We are praying that somehow God might comfort you all in this dark time. Such a tragedy.
your cousin;
Cathy
August 4, 2016
To Mary's family,
Our hearts are broken, and you are in our daily thoughts. Our daughter Lucy was a freshman at UVM when she joined Mary's freshman kayaking trip before school started. Lucy was warmly welcomed by Mary and her fellow guides, and immediately put all of us at ease. Mary has a very special place in my heart for her help easing Lucy's transition into college life and new friends. She will continue to be a bright light in our lives and we thank you for sharing her with us.
Katy, Brad, Lucy and Helen Holmes
Joanne Murphy
August 4, 2016
Dear Nancy,
John and I are so terrible sad for you and your family. We feel very honored to have spent an evening with Mary at the Lantern last winter. I know from all that you have told me about Mary and from being lucky enough to have met her that she was a very special woman. You are all in my prayers.
Fondly,
Joanne
Linda Saharczewski
August 4, 2016
Dear Nancy, Joe, and Andrew,
I am so sorry your loss and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers through this painful journey.
With sympathy and love,
Linda (Alibozek) Saharczewski
Alison Brody
August 4, 2016
To all who loved Mary,
I am so, so sorry and deeply saddened to hear of Mary's tragic death. Mary was an advisee and student of mine. In the 20+ years I've been at UVM, Mary stands out as a brilliant gem. She was sweet and smart and had a passion for life and learning that was palpable.
My heart goes out to you.
Alison Brody
UVM Professor of Biology
Judith Jozefiak
August 4, 2016
Nancy & Joe --
So very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara & Avril Levesque
August 3, 2016
Our hearts our truly bleeding for your loss.
An amazing, beautiful girl!!
She will be remembered in the BEST light.
God will provide strength.
Debbie Barrett
August 3, 2016
Joe, Nancy & Andy,
Our hearts broke with the news of your beautiful Mary's tragic passing. She was an adorable happy little girl who lit up my daycare and I so enjoyed those early years spent with her and Andy. Please know she and all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences to you all. Rest in peace dear angel.
Amy Baczek
August 3, 2016
My Thoughts And Prayers Are With The Family And Friends.
David Marler
August 3, 2016
Joe, Nancy and Andrew,
The most important thing in life is family. In this difficult time, you must rely on each other, help each other and support each other. Mary will be in my thoughts and prayers, as will all of you.
Ofc. David Marler
South Kingstown Police Department
Debbie Puia
August 3, 2016
Nancy - I am so very sorry to hear of your beautiful daughter's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time.
August 3, 2016
Joe, Nancy, and Andy,
We are deeply troubled and grief stricken by all that has transpired. Please accept our love and prayers. Mary has and will continue to inspire each of us. Her absence leaves a gaping hole in our hearts, our community, and our world. Your strength and courage honor her spirit and good works. Love binds us and lasts forever. We are so very sorry.
Our love to you all,
Nick, Sammie, Nate, Dave & Jill Staffin
Lenox Police Department
August 3, 2016
Please accept our sincere condolences at the passing of Mary. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
peter gallant
August 3, 2016
joe and family like you my heart is torn at the loss of a child my prayers and thoughts are with you
August 3, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. So very sorry. Liseann Karandisecky
Deanna Guettler
August 3, 2016
My heart is so heavy for the loss of your beautiful, sweet Mary. May she rest in peace. ❤
Richard Bury
August 2, 2016
Dear Joe & Family ~ With a heavy heart, I express my sincere condolances. The news of Mary's passing has left my heart aching for your family. I pray that God will walk with all of you during this tragic time, and help provide you with comfort and peace. Your all are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Fr Marcel Taillon - Sk Police Chaplain
August 2, 2016
prayers and support from St Thomas More Parish in Narragansett
we have been praying often for Mary in life and in death as well as for all those touched by her life
May she know the resurection of Jesus Christ
the South Kingstown Police Department offers prayers
Igor Ostrovsky
August 2, 2016
Mary was a leader on my son's biking trek this summer. She was the first person to greet my son at the trek and to assure him that the biking adventure would be great.
I could not help but notice that on every picture documenting the trek Mary stood out, with a wide smile, radiating happiness and joy.
We are deeply saddened about the devastating passing of this wonderful and accomplished young woman.
Bill Rothschild
August 2, 2016
Nancy, Joe, and Andy:
I never had the pleasure of meeting Mary, but I've heard so many wonderful things about her from Arlene. I loved the spunk and yearning for adventure which she demonstrated in a brief video. I know how deeply she'll be truly missed by those whom she graced with her joy and kindness.
Take Care,
Leslie and Izzy Karkanawi
August 2, 2016
Nancy, Joe, and Andy - Izzy and I are so sorry for your loss and the difficult time you must be going through. We send you all of our love. I remember Mary very fondly. She had a beautiful spirit and will be greatly missed.
Carrie Gaylord
August 2, 2016
Dear Nancy, Joe and Andrew: Please accept our sincere and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear and precious, Mary! Her smile radiated wherever she was and it was contagious- She lived life to its fullest and will remain a forever memory and inspiration to all! God bless you as our hearts are sad and broken for you! Please hold onto faith and the promise that you shall meet again you beautiful Mary,someday in heaven! Hugs to all!
Tyler Bittner
August 2, 2016
I am incredibly saddened to hear the news of your passing. Mary, you were always one to brighten up the room with your vibrant personality and contagious laugh. My best wishes to your family in this time of tragedy and my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Donna-Lee Andrew-DePrille
August 2, 2016
Joe, Nancy and Andrew, I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious child.
August 2, 2016
To the friends and family of Mary, My heartfelt sympathies go out to you all during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
Cheryl Ryan
August 2, 2016
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Mary. There are no words that I can say that can express how sorry I am. She was such a wonderful soul and is gone way to soon.
Rosie York
August 2, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to all of Mary's family and friends. Such a tragic loss. Her beautiful smile will be missed by all.
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