Photo courtesy of O'Neill Funeral Home - Cumberland
Cumberland, Rhode Island
Mary Patricia Healey, 78, of Lincoln, RI, passed away on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025, at the Holiday retirement home in Manville. Born on July 1st at Memorial Hospital, she was the daughter of Dr. James Healey and Stella (Maillet) Healey of Central Falls. Pat worked as a Nurse helping others in healthcare for many years prior to retiring.
She is survived by her siblings; James Healey (partner Haver Hunter), Daniel Healey (Cheryl), Catherine Healey, Jean Healey, Susan Healey, and Ann Barber (Phillip). Pat was the loving aunt to Kathleen Dubuque(Donald) and Jennifer Bernier( Michael)as well as Daniel Healey( Erin) . She was the great aunt to Zachary and Morgan Bernier and Jamie and Teddy Healey. Pat was the sister to the late David Healey.
Pat went to Central Falls High School, Class of 1964 and went to the Holy Ghost School of Nursing Cambridge, MA. She graduated with an LPN in Nursing and began her nursing career of 44 years at Memorial Hospital. She worked mostly in the medical surgical floors as well as ICU. She returned to CCRI and Salve Regina College and received her RN. She was a beloved nurse to many patients. Pat always loved nursing and excelled in it with her special touch of humor and wit.
Pat loved her friends, family and had a special bond with all her nieces and nephews. She was the ‘fun aunt.” She admired Martha Stewart and her lemon squares. She always had her finger on the pulse and gossip of the day. She loved casinos, coca cola, chocolate and especially Opera. Life made a turn in her last four years of life, when she needed to become a full time resident of the Holiday Retirement Home in Manville. She won the hearts of the staff with her delightful humor and tremendous knowledge of old and new movies and television. She rarely left her room but found a whole new group of staff friends who shared their dreams, ambitions and pain with her. She always listened to them intently and encouraged many to return to school to become RN’s. She loved them all!!
The nursing home dedicated a special room with a plaque on the door reading the Mary Healey Educational Center, there they train future care givers.The staff cared for her her and all her family in a very special way. It became her second home.
Pat will be missed terribly by her family and everyone who knew her.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, June 14th at 11:00 AM at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 191 School St, Albion, RI. Visiting hours will be on Friday, June 13th from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the O’Neill Funeral Home, 3102 Mendon Road, Cumberland. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Holiday Retirement Home, 30 Sayles Hill Road, Manville RI 02838, would be greatly appreciated.
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To James, Danny, Jean and Susan. My deepest sympathy, your sister truly touch the lives of a lot of people. A great testament to a wonderful family from Central Falls. Paul Ethier, formerly from 11 Nickerson st. Pawtucket.
Paul Ethier
June 19, 2025 | Lincoln, RI | Friend
Our sympathy on the loss of your beloved sister Pat
George & Susan Walker
June 14, 2025 | Lincoln, RI | Friend
I am fortunate to have wonderful childhood memories of the entire Healy family of which “Pat” was the matriarch. Anyone that knew Pat would know how to laugh. I must take time for a special condolence to her sister Anne, my special friend.
Joseph Hindy
June 13, 2025 | Seekonk, MA | Friend
To Jean and all your family, my condolences on the passing of your wonderful sister. Carol T.
Carol Tinkham
June 13, 2025 | Buzzards Bay, MA | Acquaintance
I worked with Pat in ICU. No matter what was happening on the shift if you were working with Pat all would be ok . She had a gift of kindness and humor that made her loved by all . RIP Pat . You will always be remembered.
Linda Cookson
June 12, 2025 | Seekonk, MA | Coworker
Pat was and always will be loved by anyone who was fortunate enough to have met her. Not only was she a great nurse but she was a wonderful human being with the gift to laugh and make people feel good. Her memory for movies and trivia always amazed me. Dear Pat, may you truly rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. My Deepest condolences to your family and friends
Susan Rampino
June 12, 2025 | North Kingstown, RI | Friend
Pat, you were such a special person. I worked with you in ICU for several years at Memorial Hospital. Like many nurses new to the ICU, you took us under your wing and taught us so much including your compassionate care for patients and family. Your quick wit and humor were a much-needed tonic in a stressful environment. Beloved by many Memorial staff along with its patients and families you will be sorely missed. Thank you so being such a wonderful nurse and friend.
Gretchen Sloane
June 12, 2025 | Chatham, MA | Coworker
Danny,
So sorry to hear about your sister's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May fond memories bring a smile to your face and peace in your heart.
Jim & Claudia Lamphere
Claudia & Jim Lamphere
June 11, 2025 | Charlestown, RI | Friend
My condolences to the family
Leslie Frausto
June 11, 2025 | Myrtle Beach, SC
