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Margaret O'Leary Obituary
Born in Alaquippa, PA to parents John S. and Anna Muza, she was one of ten brothers and sisters. As a young child, the family moved to Kansas City, MO, Marge was the middle child and formed a lifelong bond and a sense of closeness to her siblings. She lived in Delaware for over 50 years but in her heart, Kansas City was always home.
As a young woman she was employed at Boeing Aircraft, modeled coats, suits and furs at two of Kansas City's most prominent department stores, and as a bookkeeper/payroll clerk for one of the city's largest linen supply houses. Marriage to husband Robert J. O'Leary, Sr. followed in 1949.
In 1955 she and Bob, along with children, Stephen, Bobby and Patty moved to Newark, DE. In 1965, daughter Kimberly was born. Marge owned and operated The Greenville Delicatessen from 1960 until retiring in 1975. She touched the lives of so many people in her own special, memorable way. Once meeting Marge, you did not easily forget her!
Upon retirement, she especially enjoyed the various trips and vacations she took with her children and family, a number of those involving visits back to Kansas City to spend time with her extended family and lifelong friends.
Affectionately known as "Mudder", a name given to her many years ago by her first grandchild Traci, she will truly be missed and remembered by the many whose good fortune it was to have known her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son Robert J. O'Leary Jr., granddaughter, Traci Lynn O'Leary; 2 brothers; 3 sisters and former husband, Robert J. O'Leary Sr. She is survived by children, Stephen and his partner Ron Wentz of Wilmington; Pat Simmerman and husband Rod of Newark; Kimberly Constantini and husband Richie of Hockessin; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 3 brothers and 1 sister; also several nieces and nephews for whom she had a special affection.
The family wishes to express their appreciation for the exceptional care and compassion shown by the staff of Delaware Hospice and Brandywine Springs Nursing Home.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 am, Tuesday, October 12 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 15 Gender Rd., Newark, where visitation will be from 10:30 to 11:30. Entombment will be at All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Rd., Wilmington, DE 19810. To light a memorial candle or to send a message of condolence, visit www.mccreryfuneralhome.com
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Butch & Sandy Hennessy
October 15, 2010
Aunt Maggie will truly be missed by "all" that loved and cared for her. She will "forever" be remembered as "one of the best" Our thoughts and prayers go out to all that loved her.
Mike Meredith
October 12, 2010
Pat & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Sherry Mackey
October 11, 2010
Dear Patti & family,
So sad to hear about Mudders passing. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
The Mackey Family
Sandy Bowman
October 11, 2010
Patty & Family. Marge was my neighbor for the past 11 years. She will be deeply missed! My thoughts and prays are with you all.
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Debbie DiPasquantonio
October 10, 2010
Mudder, Thanks for all of the times you made me laugh. You will be truly missed. Love you and your special family.
Joe & Pamela Nash
October 10, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom held a special place in my heart because of her friendship with my mom. We have missed her at 'boxing day'! May you remember all the good times! With our sympathy and blessings!
October 10, 2010
Dear Pat and family, you are in my prayers at this time of loss.
Pat Henderson
Brenda Maynard
October 10, 2010
There is a special angel in heaven looking down on her family. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
October 10, 2010
The O'Leary Family, I was sorry to hear about your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have known your Mom for many years, I know she will be greatly missed.
Janice (McCord) Jester
Veronica Kolasinski
October 10, 2010
Uncle Steve, so sorry to hear about your mom. I did not know her that well, but I remember her joining us on some outings. I am thinking about you and you are in my prayers.
Bea Werts (Wiggins)
October 10, 2010
To the O'Leary family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of a wonderful person. Although "Aunt Marge" was only in my life a very short time I will remember her always. My heart and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time.
Karen Moore
October 10, 2010
Pat and Family. I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with all.
Kennisa O'Donnell
October 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It is very hard to loose a loved one but by that one special memory each day it gets easier and with a smile. Take care!
Gwyn Warren-Zeman
October 9, 2010
To Pat and Family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
October 9, 2010
To Pat and Family, We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless. Michele (Dr. Himelstein's office)
S Maccarone
October 9, 2010
To Pat and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love to all, Joe and Sally Maccarone
October 9, 2010
Mother Marge was a huge presence in our lifes. She will surely be missed. Love and prayers to the entire family.
The Haddaway Family
Ginny Layton
October 9, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Although I am unable to be with you on Tuesday, please know that all of you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mudder was one special and fiesty women. She will always be remembered as wearing her signature color, Black!
All Our Love, Ginny,Kirsten, Kaitlynn and Ruth
buddy
October 9, 2010
Pat, Kim, Tina and the rest of the family, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry about your loss. With deepest sympathy, Love Buddy Hamilton
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