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Mary Mahar Obituary
She is survived by her sister, Dorothy Mae Clarke, of Worcester; a brother, Robert F. Mahar, of Brandon, FL; a niece, Linda Wood, of Mansfield Center, CT, Greg and Robert Mahar of FL, and Darlene Boutwell, of Worcester, and Keith J. Boutwell of AZ.
She was born in Worcester. She was the daughter of the late Percy and Aurora (Demers) Mahar. She was educated in Worcester schools, later graduating from New York University with a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Nursing.
Ms. Mahar was a career Registered Nurse in the United States Army. She ascended to the rank of Colonel, which at that time was very uncommon.
She proudly served for 27 years as a Registered Nurse during both the Korean War and the Vietnam conflict.
After her retirement Ms. Mahar taught English as a second language, took many college courses, was an avid reader, enjoyed playing cards, dining out, and travel.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, August 21 from 9:30 to 10:30 in the Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 Central St. Auburn. Her funeral will be held Thursday with a Mass celebrated at 11 a.m in North American Martyrs Church, 8 Wyoma Drive, Auburn. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Notre-Dame Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Catholic Charities, 10 Hammond Street, Worcester, MA 01501. For Mary's guestbook and online memorial or for directions please visit
www.brittonfuneralhomes.com
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Penny Mudd
August 25, 2008
Dear Dottie,
Mary personified a deep humanity and Christianity that is rare these days. She was very worldy too, in a reserved way, and she had a special connection to San Francisco, where she - at one point in her career - looked after your Aunt (also a pioneering Army nurse, I believe?). I have many fond memories of her. My sincere condolences to you and the family.
Sante and Eileen Giuliani
August 19, 2008
Dear Dottie, Bob and Linda,
Mary will be missed not only by her family, but by the many friends she had in the Worcester area as well as throughout the world. She had a remarkable way of staying in touch with so many people.
We are sorry for your loss.
Deborah Horgan
August 19, 2008
Dot, Bob and Linda,
I was so sorry to hear about Mary. She was quite a remarkable woman. My thoughts are with you.
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