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Mary Cherry Obituary

Mary Ellen (Reed) Cherry, 70, of 1326 Main St., died Wednesday, July 16 at UMASS Memorial Medical Center, 119 Belmont St. in Worcester.

She leaves four sons, Nathan J. Goodhile of Lebanon, Me., Bradford T. Cherry and his wife Deborah of Leicester, Gregory A. Goodhile and his wife Jessica of Rutland and Dennis B. Cherry and his wife Lois of Hubbardston; three daughters, M. Lisa Goodhile of Leicester, Deborah A. Cherry and her partner Denise LaCourse of Charleston, S.C., and Judith A. Lewis and her husband David of Sandisfield, Ma.; a sister, Kathleen Yaskoski and her husband Peter of Sturbridge; 11 grandchildren, Shawn, Rachel, Elizabeth, P.J., Caitlin, Michaela, Shannon, Racheal, Hannah, Madelyn and Zachary; and several nieces and nephews.

Mary was a bus driver for more than 30 years for Varney's Garage in E. Brookfield.

Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Clarence J. and Bertha (Blette) Reed. She enjoyed traveling with her family, summers at the beach, and was very fond of all of her grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 21 at 10 a.m in the MORIN-MORRISON FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. Burial will be in Rural Cemetery, Worcester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Chrones & Colitis Foundation, 280 Hillside Ave., Needham, Ma. 02494.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Jul. 18, 2008.

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Sandie

July 12, 2024

Still missing your face and laughter. Keep shining brightly my friend

July 25, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Debbie we havn't forgotten you.

Peter, Rose (Smola), Terrie, and Sue(Hill) Fahlbeck

M.Lisa Goodhile

July 24, 2008

Mom,
I have the memories of your love to last me through my years. But,I have a sorrow that I have never known. I shed so many tears. I lost part of my soul that day. It's a feeling that won't go away. You were my mother, friend, companion, partner and the one Racheal would run to and be saved by Grammy. Racheal has beautiful memories of our life with you. You are so loved

Joanne Moss

July 20, 2008

Lisa and Racheal,
I am truely sorry for your loss. I also am truely sorry for not being there for you. I didn't realize your mom passed. she is a guardian angel looking out for you guys now. all my best and if there is anything I can do to help please don't hesitate to ask. My thoughts and prayers are with you both, and your family.

Nancy Kennedy Mello

July 20, 2008

Nathan, Lisa and Brad - my deepest sympathies for the lost of your Mom. Mary was one of the best memories I had of childhood - I loved when she came over for coffee and to chat - something I always looked forward to. If you need anything at all, I am here.

Richard McGuinness

July 20, 2008

Mary was my cousin and friend.We were very close as young kids and I don't think she ever changed!She was full of energy and a zest for life and always more interested in giving than receiving.She was full of love for family,friends,neighbors and people she worked with.The world needs more positive giving souls like Mary and we will all miss her very much!! She and her family are in ourdaily thoughts and prayers.My guess is that Heaven is going to have a new "Bus Dispatcher In-Charge!!!"

Kim Daigle

July 19, 2008

Racheal & Lisa,

Mary was such a firecracker- she was so full of life and energy and she always had the best comebacks! I will really miss her. My heart goes out to you both during this most difficult time. Racheal, now you have an angel on each shoulder as your Grammys will always be with you.

Love,

Russell and Roberta Patricks

July 19, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Phillip and Theresa Colby

July 19, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Debbie Davis

July 19, 2008

Mary,

I will never forget all the crazy times we had together driving Donnie crazy with his crooked pants, when you hit my bus and blamed me-Donnie believed you(of course). The racing, school bus school, Hot Dog Annies, Hampton Beach, Red Sox games with you and Wally. Remember when I tried to kill you with the green apples driving back from Connecticut with the Senior class.
Helping me when my mother was sick -you where always their for me through the good and bad times.
You are a friend who will always hold a special place in my heart I will never forget you. I love you.
Debbie

Barbara Bouchard

July 19, 2008

Thanks for all the wonderful memories from my childhood, and for always welcoming me into your home. My sympathies to your children and family.
Barbara (Kennedy) Bouchard

Sandie Bergeron

July 19, 2008

To Mary's Family...
I'm so sorry for your loss..I guess God needed another Shining star..She will always be your Guardian Angel watching over you like she always did..If there is anything I can do just call

Sandie Bergeron

July 19, 2008

"Marvelous Mary" You will always hold a peice of my heart..I love you and will miss you..Shine on my FRIEND

Marcia and Armand (Yaskoski) Paradis

July 18, 2008

AUNTIE MARY I will miss you terribly. You have always been the best aunt that anyone could ever have. I will miss your humor,your laughter and your friendship. You will forever have a special place in my heart. Farewell, my friend!

robert campbell campbell

July 18, 2008

mary you are in my thoughts +prayers

EDWARD HOLMES``

July 18, 2008

MY SYMPATHY TO MARY'S FAMILY. MY
MEMORIES OF THE THE HAPPY TIMES THAT MY WIFE AND I SPENT WITH HER
AND HER LATE HUSBAND AT HAMPTON BEACH. WILL BE WITH ME ALWAYS.
MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.

Patty (Yaskoski) Campbell

July 18, 2008

I will really miss you Auntie Mary, you were the best Aunt anyone could have! Rest in peace~

Cathy Faure

July 18, 2008

I will never forget Mary's great sense of humor and her love for her family. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Patricia (Cherry)Butkiewicus

July 18, 2008

May the love of friends and family
be a source of comfort to you
at this time.

Patricia Kennedy Capobianco

July 18, 2008

Our hearts are so sad - so many happy memories with our neighbor and our sincerest sympathies to all the children -

PAMELA (BISHOP) EDMONDS

July 18, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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