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Mary Meola Obituary
Her husband, Frank Meola died in 1948. She leaves a son, Frank P. Meola and his wife, Odette, of Worcester, two granddaughters, Erica M. Meola-Hedlund and her husband, Seth, of Millbury and Gretchen N. Monopoli and her husband, Mark, of Shrewsbury; four great-grandchildren, Annalise and Michael Monopoli, Noah and Christopher Hedlund; several cousins including her dearest friend, Angela Borci of Worcester; nieces & nephews. Three brothers, Peter, Joseph and John Borci predeceased her.
She was born in Worcester, daughter of John and Emelia (Ciampa) Borci and graduated from Worcester State Teacher's College. During World War II she worked at Southworks Steel Co. She then became a teacher in the Worcester Public Schools and later worked for 10 years for CenTrans at Memorial Hospital, retiring in 1978.
She was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel - St. Ann Church, and its Golden Years Club, Circle of Friends and the Filenes' Club.
Mary was a selfless and compassionate woman with a tremendous love of family. She had a strong and unwavering faith in God. There was no act of kindness towards her not worthy of great and sincere appreciation.
Mary was a pillar of strength; a model of integrity; quick with a laugh or a smile; thoughtful and bountifully generous. She truly lived by example and all who knew her are better for having her in their lives. Although she will be missed beyond words, the strength, wisdom and spirit she passed on will remain.
The funeral will be held Tuesday, December 9th from CALLAHAN & FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle Street, with a Mass at 11:30AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel - St. Ann Church, 24 Mulberry St. Interment is in Hope Cemetery.
Visiting hours are 4 to 7 p.m Monday at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank all those who contributed to her care. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice.
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Rena Miller
December 9, 2008
Frankie & Family: Our hearts are with you at this difficult time. Mary meant so much to so many people. She taught us all about love and compassion in so many ways. Her love for her family meant the world to her and she shined the most when she spoke of you and how proud she was of all of you. We love Mary and will truly miss our visits with her, but she is now smiling down on us all. We know we are better people for having had her in our lives. . . we will miss her so. . . Much love, Rena (Borci) Miller, Malory and Jillian Miller
Chiara Fortunati
December 7, 2008
Mimie, I love you so much! I will never forget you! You Angie and my grandmother (all bestfriends) were like mothers to me watching me grow up! and from your kind words and wisdom i feel i have turned into the kind of young lady you would like me to be! Thank you so much for that! But now u and my grandmother can be reunited and watch over all of us! I LOVE YOU! xoxo
Denise Foley
December 7, 2008
Mary was an angel of God sent down to earth as an example of how he wants us to live our lives. May we all live through her example and may we all have the strength and wisdom to continue the legacy long after her passing.
Love you Mary.
Denise
Stella fortunati
December 7, 2008
I love you mimie and will miss you sooooo much! You were like my second grandma! love always stella
Ben Monfredo
December 7, 2008
Growing up on East Central Street, Frank and I became friends and would often visit one another at each other's home. Mary Meola, Frank's mom, was always very gracious to me and I'll never forget her. Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom. It makes no difference if your mom was 95 or 195, she will still be deeply missed. God bless you and your family.
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