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1925
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2022
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Rosemary DARDANO Obituary
She was born in Manchester, New Hampshire on October 22, 1925, a daughter of H. Bennett and Merien (Elstop) Murray.
After graduation, Rosemary was employed as a registered nurse for several years. Her caring and compassion led her to this career. She moved on from nursing to raise her family full-time in Massachusetts. In 1967, the family moved to Maine.
In her later years, Rosemary enjoyed pursuing her passions. One was golf, experiencing two holes in one and the other was bowling. She also had a creative side. She liked doing crafts, creating trendy homemade treats and working in her garden. She will be fondly remembered for her bottomless bowl of M&M's, her unique resourcefulness and the boldness to speak her truth. Other favorite pastimes were crossword puzzles, playing games competitively with her grandchildren and enjoying chocolate. She had spark, spunk, and a sharp memory and communicated through Facebook with family and friends until the very end. She will be sadly missed.
Throughout the years, Pudge, Brindle, Missy and Minny stole her heart as her Boston Terrier companions.
She was predeceased by her husband, Albert P. Dardano, Sr. on March 4, 1982; and by her brother, Bennett Murray.
She is survived by three children, Susan Gignac and partner, David Cole, Peter Dardano and wife, Janet and David Dardano and partner, Theresa Woodman.
She is also survived by three grandchildren, Jennifer, Elizabeth and Michael; seven great-grandchildren Brandon, Jacob, Alex, Phoebe, Cameron, Spencer and Sofia; and two great-great-grandchildren, Cooper and Denver; and many nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held in the month of May at Knollwood Cemetery, in Canton, Massachusetts. To view Rosemary's memorial page or leave an online condolence, please visit www.cotefuneralhome.com
The family would like to thank the staff at Scarborough Terrace for all their care and support she received.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donations to ASPCA or the American Heart Association.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Karen Cedrone
January 7, 2023
Dear Mary´s beloved family
I had the pleasure of styling Mary´s hair when she lived in Canton. I adored her. She was so pleasant and kind and I really enjoyed our visits. We remained friends and communicated via facebook. Please know you´re in my thoughts and prayers. I´m very sorry for your loss. Karen Cedrone
American Heart Association
January 6, 2023
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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