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Mary Blaine Obituary

Mary Margaret Blaine 9/26/25 - 12/1/10 Mary Blaine (nee Cronin), 85, peacefully passed away in her home on December 1. She is survived by her children, Bob of Vacaville and Julie Ann Biggi of Roseville and two granddaughters, Breana and Cheryl Biggi. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Bob, and siblings Julie Cianciarulo, Miles and Michael Cronin. Mary was also very special to, and loved by, her son-in-law, Mark Biggi, and her granddaughter's fianc, Jonathan Smiley. Mary was born and raised in San Francisco and attended St. Monica's and Presentation High schools. Married in 1946, she and Bob moved to Holy Name of Jesus parish where she was active in school and church events. Mary spent the last 14 years of her life in Vacaville to be closer to her children and grandchildren. A rosary and funeral mass will be held on Saturday, December 11, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Vacaville, 1781 Marshall Rd., at 11:00 AM. Services are being conducted by Nadeau Family Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The American Diabetes Association or the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6, 2010.

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Mrs. Montgomery

December 13, 2010

Dear Bob & Julie:

I am very sorry to read about your Mother's passing. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that God in near to those broken at heart and those who are crushed in spirit he saves. ~ Psalm 34:18 ~

December 13, 2010

Bob & Julie: Very sad to hear the news of your Mom. Hadn't seen her in many years but remember well her jovial spirit and hospitality on 40th Avenue. Hope to see you soon.

Best regards, Declan Hoban
Perth, Western Australia

Sharon Steele

December 6, 2010

Bob, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I know her years in Vacaville brought her much joy. I hope knowing the happiness she had these last years with you in Vacaville bring you strength and peace. You could not have been a better son; I so admire all you did for your mom.

December 5, 2010

Bob and Julie: Your mom was a very special lady and she will be missed. You are your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Rob and Sherri Imperial

Dennis and Laura Abel

December 5, 2010

Julie and Bob,
Dennis and I are sure your mother is free from pain and enjoying life with your dad and all the other angels in Heaven. We are saddened her passing leaves a void in your lives and the lives of all who knew and loved her. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you peace and strength.

Rita, Holly and Linda Heiser

December 5, 2010

Julie Ann and Bobby:
We are so sorry to hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Ralph & Daisy Blaine

December 4, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Mary was a special lady and we are ever so thankful for the last phone call we shared with her, it will be in our thoughts always.

Robin Reese

December 4, 2010

Dear Bob and family,
Mike and I were so sorry to hear of your mother's passing.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Robin Reese and Mike Thomas

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