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Mary McCall Obituary

Mary "Mae" B. (Sterczala) McCall, 89, formerly of Kennedy Dr., died peacefully Friday, July 25 in Notre Dame Long Term Care in Worcester after a long illness. Her husband Charles McCall died in 1992. She leaves several nieces and nephews.

She was born in Webster the daughter of the late Frank and Pauline (Braczyk) Sterczala. She lived in Dudley for 35 years. She was an Executive Secretary for many years at the American Optical company in Southbridge. Mrs. McCall was a member of St. Anthony Of Padua Church and a member of the Bell ringers choir at Notre Dame. Mary was thankful for her care and to be able to attend daily mass during her stay at Notre Dame.

Mae's funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday July 30th at 10 AM in St. Anthony Of Padua Church, 24 Dudley Hill Rd., Dudley. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Garden Of Peace Cemetery, Webster. There are no calling hours. Flowers may be sent or memorial contributions may be made to Notre Dame Long Term Care Center 559 Plantation St. Worcester Ma. 01605. Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Ave., Dudley assisted with arrangements.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Jul. 27, 2008.

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Sr. Marilyn Pechillo, SND

July 30, 2008

We extend our sympathy and prayers to Mae's nieces and nephews. Mae was a vital part of our community here at Notre Dame Long Term Care Center. May she now be rejoicing with our good God!

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