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SUSAN SCULLY TROY

1947 - 2019

SUSAN SCULLY TROY obituary, 1947-2019, Wellesley, MA

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Wellesley

477 Washington Street

Wellesley, Massachusetts

SUSAN TROY Obituary

TROY, Susan Scully Age 71, of Wellesley, MA. Born November 14, 1947 in Newark, New Jersey. Daughter of Mary (Kunna) and John C. Scully of Spring Lake, New Jersey. Devoted wife to Leo Joseph Troy, Jr., MD of Wellesley. Survived by greatly beloved children; daughter Caroline Troy Pahk, MD and her husband Joon of Somerville, grandchildren Samuel, Sarah and Leah Pahk, son Nicholas Troy of Cambridge, and daughter Joanna Troy of Salem. Predeceased by sisters Sally Anne Scully of San Francisco, CA and Joan Scully Metz of Newton. Trinity College of Washington, D.C., AB; Catholic University, MA; Weston Jesuit School of Theology, M. Div.; Boston University School of Theology, D. Min. A founding member of Voice of the Faithful. Over 20 years as a Spiritual Director until her death. Served in Wellesley Town Government over 25 years as Town Meeting member and on multiple boards. Visiting Hours at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St., (Rt.16) WELLESLEY, Friday, Apr. 12 from 4:00-8:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Ignatius Church, Chestnut Hill, Saturday, Apr. 13 at 12:00pm. Relatives and friends kindly invited. A private interment will be held in Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Dana Farber Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Research and Jesuit Refugee Services. Online guestbook and directions at gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley 781-235-4100

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 9 to Apr. 11, 2019.

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Marie Troy

May 30, 2025

Over 6 years have passed and I still miss the amazing Susan. Love ,Marie

Virginia Day Trumbull, Ct

April 3, 2024

I think of all of Susan's family each year as her anniversary draws near and I can still hear her gentle wisdom to me and her stories of how she loved each of you with a Mother's heart. My continued sympathy

Virginia Day

April 3, 2023

Sending loving thoughts as we remember Susan. I cannot tell you how very often I am reminded of her wise counsel, humor, and friendship on the spiritual journey.

Ginny Day

April 3, 2022

Thank you for this gentle reminder of Susan's death. I can only imagine how , as family, you miss her. Susan was such a vital presence to me as spiritual director. I continue to miss her and remember you all prayerfully this week.
Ginny Day
Trumbull, Ct

Martha E Fay

December 15, 2020

Susan was my spiritual director from about 2002 through 2005 or 6. I was 3 yrs behind her at Trinity and knew pretty well back then as well. In fact, she was a bit of role model!

Ginny Day

April 29, 2019

Dear Members of the Troy Family: My sincere sympathy on learning of Susan's death just as Holy Week was to begin. She was such a soul friend and guide and she touched my life and so many. My heart is with you all.

Michelle Kelley

April 14, 2019

I was deeply saddened to learn of Susan's passing. She was a wonderful spiritual director, mentor, lay leader & member of the Catholic church. I learned much from her and will hold onto all her wisdom. She has left at lasting legacy & impact to me on many levels. Peace and blessings to the entire Scully & Troy families. ~ Michelle

April 13, 2019

So very sorry for you and your family on the death of Susan. A wonderful woman who cared very much for her family and much wider community. lovingly your cousin Valerie

April 12, 2019

So very sorry for your loss.

Joyce Peak

Patricia & William Rand

April 12, 2019

Our condolences on the death of Susan. We were friends for many years of her sister Joan, as members of a play reading group, and still feel her absence when the group meets. We are so sorry for your loss.

Karen Trahan

April 12, 2019

Dr Troy and family,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife . May her memory be eternal.
Karen Trahan

Ray Joyce

April 12, 2019

As a former VOTF staff member and currently on the staff at Boston University's School of Theology (STH) I was very sorry to hear this news. She has left at lasting legacy both at VOTF and with the faculty and fellow students who were fortunate enough to get to know Susan during her time at STH. Susan's name will be included in the Prayers of the People at our next Community Worship Service in Marsh Chapel. I will also keep her and all of her family members in my prayers. My deepest sympathies.

April 10, 2019

Dear Dr. Troy and family , My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this ve y difficult time. Love, Denise Iacoviello and family

April 10, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Leigh Huml & Family

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Apr

12

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Wellesley

477 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482

Apr

13

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

St. Ignatius Church

Chestnut Hill, MA

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Wellesley

477 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482

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