Mary Hope Christine O'Leary
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Mary Hope was born on August 11, 1960 in Detroit, Michigan to the late John James and Mary Ann O'Leary. She was a 1978 graduate of Milford High School, before furthering her education at Central Michigan University, obtaining a master's degree as a dietitian. She worked for many years at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan before retiring in 2021.
Her outlook on life was always positive, upbeat, and she always enjoyed making people smile and feel good about life. She was always on the go, energetic, and was a true supporter and season ticket holder of University of Michigan football. She also enjoyed spending time up north in Petoskey and Harbor Springs, MIchigan, as well as the annual Ann Arbor Art Fair. Her positive outlook on life will be greatly missed by family, friends, and all who crossed her path.
Loving sister of John M. O'Leary (the late Dawn) and Mary Faith Valevich (William). Dear aunt of John William O'Leary and Katherine Elizabeth O'Leary. Caring niece of Thomas O'Leary (Patricia).
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 23, 2023 from 3:00pm-8:00pm at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home 404 E. Liberty St. Milford, MI 48381.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:00am at Church of the Holy Spirit 3700 Harvey Lake Road, Highland, MI 48356. Visitation begins at the church at 10:00am.
Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a donation to the Alzheimer's Association in Mary Hope's memory.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Clare VonderHaar
January 12, 2024
I recently was back in Michigan from Oregon for the death of my sister, Elaine. As a result I connected with Ava, a friend that Hope and I shared. Hope connected us again with her passing and I feel blessed, but sad that Hope was not with us to share in our visit. I know Hope would be over the moon with the big Wolverine National Championship win, but then again, Hope IS over the moon! Also, I visited Holy Sepulcher Cemetery and left flowers for her Dad and Mom. I don't know where Hope is laid to rest.
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Clare (Waldecker) VonderHaar
August 5, 2023
I am very late getting to learning of the loss of a dear friend, Hope Hope and I have been friends since the mid-80s when we met working together at the University of Michigan medical center. This spunky, smart, faith-filled blonde, entered my life and heart. She was my favorite girly girl. Hope loved pink, sugar cookies, stuffed animals, rum & coke and UofM football! We giggle together many times. I have extremely clear memories of Hope. My heart is broken over learning of the loss of this spirited gal. My heart goes out to John, Faith, and nephew John & niece Katie! Hope loved you all so deeply & completely. The works is a little less bright & heaven is brighter. I know hope is holding her Mom & Dad´s hands.
Kim Harding
January 20, 2023
Hope and I worked together at U of Mich pediatric Pulmonary for 13 years. We laughed and joked, sometimes we were mad at each other but we always made up.
To Hopes family sorry for you loss, Hope will be truly missed.
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