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Mary Daley Obituary
A Rutland original, she was born Feb. 18, 1925, to James and Marie (Tree) Creed.
Mary was a 1942 graduate of Mount St. Joseph Academy and a graduate of the Rutland Hospital Nursing School. Mary became a registered nurse at Rutland Regional Medical Center, where she focused her attention in the maternity ward. She was passionate about assisting first-time mothers and remains known in the community for her kind heart and sage advice. After her retirement in 1987 she enjoyed gardening, traveling and spending time with her ever-growing family.
She married John J. "Jack" Daley on June 7, 1947, in Christ the King Church. In addition to Jack's political success as Mayor of Rutland and Lt. Governor of Vermont, the two were proud parents of 11 children. Mary and Jack were able to celebrate 53 years of marriage just before his death, June 15, 2000.
Surviving are 2 sons, Michael Daley of Rutland and James Daley of Washington, D.C.; 8 daughters: Patricia Snyder of Shelburne, VT., Linda DiTullio of Hingham, MA, Judy Daley of Rutland, Suzanne Daley Almodovar of Rutland, Mary Jane Samach of Saratoga, NY, Maureen Pavik of Norcross, GA, Lisa John of Bar Harbor, ME, and Sharon Daley of Cincinnati, OH; a sister Patricia Noyes of Rutland, many wonderful grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, John J. "Jack" Daley; a daughter, Nancy Kilmurry, and a granddaughter, Sarah Snyder.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 15, 2015, in Christ the King Church.
Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mount St. Joseph Academy Development Fund, Convent Ave, Rutland, VT 05701, or a charitable organization of choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Clifford Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Daley
May 19, 2015
My deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. Wishing you lovely memories and peaceful hearts.
Karen (Sullivan) Gennette
Marj Kyhill
May 15, 2015
I worked with Mary at RRMC with moms and babies. she was always so warm and nurturing My thoughts are with the "Daley family" for the loss of a lovely mom and grandmother.
Fondly,
Marj kyhill
May 15, 2015
We are very saddened to learn of Mary's recent passing and send our love to the family. We have many, many wonderful memories of happy days, years in fact and will never forget that ever-present big pot of soup on the stove as we ran through the house playing with all the kids. XOXO
Barb (Mangan) Leonard, Pat Mangan and crew
Barbara Shortle Wright
May 15, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very sad time.
Remembering all the wonderful times our families shared over the years.
Albert Marro
May 15, 2015
Patty, Linda, Mike, Jim and all the younger children my sincere condolences... your mother was one of those very special people .. I have to be at the Rutland Medical Center this a.m. for tests but hope to be out in time for the funeral service ...
Diane Chaloux
May 14, 2015
Pat, I have been thinking of you and your Mom all week. I remembered how I enjoyed sliding into the corner of the bench behind your kitchen table and watching/talking your Mom ( always with babe in arms or on her hip) doing what she did best. I will remember her as a warm, compassionate women with a heart so full of love. My sincere sympathy to you and your entire family. Diane
DJ Hammond
May 14, 2015
What a lovely lady!! I first knew her as a coworker in the late 70s on Peds at RRMC working the nite shift.. We had a ball together..Blessings and prayers for her and to the family..Sincerely, DJ
Donald Goodell
May 14, 2015
Mike and family you are in my thoughts and prayers . Blessings
Tim Keefe
May 14, 2015
Dear Mike, & Family,
Am very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of your Mom during my childhood & adult years. Spent many a days @ the homestead on Pleasant Street. I know the trip to Ireland with my folks & yours was very special. God rest her soul, she was a very loving person.
May 14, 2015
May this candle burn as bright as your Mom's spirit.
Hank and Carole
May 14, 2015
Judy, sorry for your lose, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Hank,Carole and family
Elizabeth Harrington
May 14, 2015
So very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember "Aunt" Mary as a lovely lady. I hope that she is laughing heartily with her sister Martha in heaven now. May you all find comfort knowing that she is with her beloved Jack. Sending love from Montpelier, Elizabeth Harrington and son, Zachary Richards (Martha's Grandson)
May 14, 2015
Our sincere condolences to all of you. Your Mom was a special woman. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Carol Gauthier
Marilee Pavik
May 13, 2015
To all the Daley's, especially to our daughter-in-law Maureen we offer our sympathy. We also hope all of you will find comfort in the many wonderful memories you will share with all of you gathering in Rutland these days. Marilee and Junior Pavik
May 13, 2015
Dear Sharon and family, Your in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
The Pinson's.
May 13, 2015
Mary and Jack were our neighbors on Deer St. and my parents were good friends with them. Many fond memories of them and the children. We had some good times on Deer St.
Mary was a wonderful person who had a blessed life and it was a pleasure to have known her.
My deepest sympathies to you all.
Mark Genovesi
Matt Mulvey
May 13, 2015
A beautiful lady. Rest in peace Mary.
May 13, 2015
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Diane ballou hurhula naples fl
May 13, 2015
Thoughts to all the Daley family during this difficult time. diane ballou hurhula
Sue Ransom
May 13, 2015
Hugs and prayers to all of you! Mary is at peace
Peter & Mary Bride
May 13, 2015
Prayers and Blessings.
Kathie Flanagan
May 13, 2015
Patty and all the Daley Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was a wonderful person, and I hope you will find comfort in your memories of her through the years.
May 12, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Daley family. Mary was such a nice person. Pat, Patty, Mark and Nan Walsh
Debbie Sulham
May 12, 2015
Dear Suzanne and Dennis,
I was so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She is finally getting her well deserved rest. Know that you and Dennis are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Debbie &Jeanine Sulham
Sr. Martha St Onge
May 12, 2015
Mary was such a lovely lady and everyone who knew her loved her. My deepest sympathy to all her family. Mary, may you rest in peace.
Nancy Harrington
May 12, 2015
Linda, so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Harrington
May 12, 2015
Linda, so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy and David Harrington
Mary Lou Crosby
May 12, 2015
My condolences to the entire Daley family.
Kate Chesley
May 12, 2015
Your mom was a wonderful person. The Daley family is in our prayers.
Debi Daly Wilkerson
May 12, 2015
Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity.
I am so sorry for your loss of your mom.
May 12, 2015
Everyone LOVED Mary Daley! When I learned of Mrs. Daley's passing, I sat and wrote down: Patty, Linda, Judy, Suzanne, Nancy, Michael, Jimmy, Mary Jane, Maureen, Lisa, and Sharon and I smiled thinking of all LOVE ~ LOVE ~ LOVELY memories! Thinking of and praying for the extended Daley Family on this day. Love always: The Dooley Clan: Mary Ellen, Joe, Frank, Tom, Kathleen, Maureen, Jean Marie, John, and Christine.
May 12, 2015
Dear Linda
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire Daley Family. Your Mom was one strong woman.
Love, Brian and Bonnie Walsh
May 12, 2015
Judy you are in our thoughts & prayers. She's at peace now. Love, Frank, AnnMarie & Zachary
Eileen Lazetera
May 12, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. She was a wonderful woman. So sorry for your loss.
Jack Healey
May 12, 2015
My deepest sympathies go out to the Daley family.
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