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for Mary Parker
Molly Bishop
December 19, 2002
Hi Earl,
Iknow that this is really late but i just read mary's article in the lynn item. i feel terrible. i miss mary so much and i would give anything to do another show with barbara and mary and emily and courtland. i just wanted to tell you that my thoughts are with you and i will be at the show on the 26th:)
Karen Gourley Lehman
August 31, 2002
My heartfelt sympathy to Mary's husband and children.
I had the pleasure of being Mary's colleague for two years at Salem High. The backstage area at our school often spills right across the hall into my art classroom, and she and I shared numerous gifted students and frequent moments of amusement.
Besides her considerable talent, Mary was tireless and good-natured -- way beyond the call of duty -- not a single time did I encounter her that she was without a smile and an encouraging word! I will miss her and will think of her every day.
Lisa Tansey
August 31, 2002
Parker & Moore Families,
We were truly saddened to hear of Mary's passing. Our children have been in the christmas show for the past couple of years and I was struck by Mary's energy and her commitment to the kids. I can tell by reading the entries that I am not the only one who feels that way. Mary fought so hard and I cannot imagine what you must all be going through. Please know that Mary's life has touched many people and she will never be forgotten.
Take care of each other.
Lisa & Ed Tansey
LINDA CAMERON
August 30, 2002
TO EARL,BARBARA AND FAMILY
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MARY. MAPLE STREET CHOIR WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT HER SHE HAD SUCH A BEAUTIFUL VOICE.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.
Lynne Randell
August 28, 2002
Mary,
We met when we were at Pickering and became friends. I was remembering the night me, you and Kathy Legere went to our 9th grade prom together....all the pictures my family took outside the house...I remember we had a great time even if it was the 3 girls!! We didn't care. I always looked up to you through school, you were always very talented and I wasn't!! Although we went in our own direction in high school I still always admired your talents and how you managed to keep it all together...I still remember when you first started dating Earl....I had his parents as CCD teachers....I wasn't into it much back then but they did assist in putting good moral values into my life which I have held on to in all the years to follow. I sit and think of you now, sorry that when I found out you were ill that I didn't try to contact you. I felt like it would be too little too late...please forgive me I am not strong when it comes to that stuff....I know you are with God now and will be in a better place but its such a loss....who would have ever thought back in junior high that you would be gone at such a young age.....although I remember when we were younger we thought this age was old!! Boy were we wrong!! I'm in the medical field now (Radiology)and see tragedy like this too much and I also lost a very dear colleague and friend to breast cancer when she was only 45...it amazes me that both of you were such good people ...doing all the right things in life and yet God chose you to go so soon. I know he must have his reasons....I believe everything happens for a reason ...we just don't always know what it is at the time. My daughter starts at Little Theatre next week and I look forward to her having your mother there to help teach her the better things in life! I will pray every day for Earl and your children and your family to give them the strength to get through this very difficult time. Good bye for now Mary, I know we will see each other again some day.....
marie odonnell
August 28, 2002
My deepest conondolences to the Moore and Parker families. Mary's smile will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children.
Love
Marie Avellino O'Donnell
Everett & Carolyn Evans
August 28, 2002
Earl & family & the Moore family,
We were sadden at Mary's death. She has touched many lives here on earth and will continue her work in heaven.May her foot lights always shine as she looks down on us.
God Bless
Jaimie Barrows
August 27, 2002
I met Mrs Parker back in 1990. She was my chorus teacher and the head of our drama department throughout middle school and high school in Swampscott. I had the pleasure of seeing her again while substituting at Salem High School. She was an amazing woman. She helped me to become a more confident person, in both my singing and in life. She will be greatly missed by me, and everyone she ever had an impact on. I am truly sorry for your loss and want you to know that Mrs Parker was a wonderful person and will be looking down upon her family with love.
Kaitlin Potter
August 26, 2002
I first met Mrs. Parker in fifth grade at Bentley Elementary School, she was the first chorus teacher I ever had. She gave me and so many others the confidence to sing and act. She was an insperational, strong, brave, creative, and loving human being. She was full of a glow that rubbed off on all she knew. She was truely a wonderful person and I will miss her dearly.
Dave Feasby
August 26, 2002
Earl:
Throughout this difficult time, we offer our deepest and heartfelt sympathy and concern for you and all your family.
From all the staff at Firing Industries Ltd.
Gail Buffamondi
August 26, 2002
Hi Earl,
My prayers are with you. Sorry to hear about your wife.
A Friend (former employee of EPI Technical Sales.)
Gail Buffamondi
Penny Cameron / Briggs
August 26, 2002
To Earl, Mr & Mrs Moore and family,
I send my condolences to all of you. Mary was such a wonderful person. I really enjoyed singing in the choir at Maple street church with Mary. I will always be thankful for her helping me to learn to read music and giving me direction with choir. I will be praying for the family. If you need anything please feel free to call me at 978-356-7321. I would be honored to help in anyway.
Penny Cameron / Briggs
Donna Maloney
August 26, 2002
We received this after the loss of our son in May. I hope it helps you as it did us.
A Letter From Heaven
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived OK.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I am out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon, and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth and all those loving years, Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb, But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
When you are walking down the street and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps, only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
Daniel Washington
August 26, 2002
Earl,
My heart and thoughts are with you at this time. I will remember Mary as a warm, wonderful, friendly lady.
Dan
Debbie Shanahan
August 26, 2002
Dear Mrs. Moore and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mary will be truly missed. All my love Debbie and Mom.
Staff of EPI Technical Sales
August 26, 2002
Our deepest sympathies. We are sorry for your loss.
Marykate Linehan
August 25, 2002
Mrs.Parker by far was the bravest woman i've ever met in my life. At an early age she opened me up to the wonderful world of theatre. in 5th grade she casted me as her Angel and from that moment on she became mine. She was my drama teacher, my inspiration, and my friend. People come in and out of our lives so quickly but mrs.Parker has left a permanent mark upon my soul that will live on forever within my heart.My deepest sympathy and love to her family.
Michelle Spadafora
August 25, 2002
I would like to thank Earl and Mrs. Moore for allowing me into your home this past week during such a painful and personal time.
I feel truly lucky to have worked with Mary in the "theatre world" and to have known her as a friend in life.She fought a long, hard battle not so much for herself as for her children. They are truly blessed to have such a wonderful mom. Now, she will watch over them from heaven.
Mary, you went out your way. Quietly,unassuming.At peace with yourself and your Lord. May your memory and example live within all of us.
Richard Boisvert
August 25, 2002
My deepest sympathy to Earl and family. Mary Moore Parker was a superb and talented member of the Salem FAPA staff....her productions were always excellent and exciting. Her influence on kids was remarkably powerful. Mary was a joy to work with and her absence will be deeply felt. RIP.
James O'Brien
August 25, 2002
I have many fond memories of the LEHS Drama Club, of which Mary was an integral component. The world has lost a shining star, and nothing will ever be the same without Mary. Losing my mother two weeks ago was difficult enough, but I, like most people, can only imagine the pain and devestation that Earl and the children are facing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your kids, Earl. May you find comfort in the many happy and cherished memories. Rest in peace, Mary. God must have needed another angel.
Angel Roy
August 25, 2002
Losing Mrs.Parker was like losing a member of my own family. She had been like a second mother to me for 4 years and its difficult coping with her being gone. She by far the most amazing and wonderful person I have ever known and I am honored to have had the chance to get to know her. My sincere condolences to the family and to all knew her. I will miss her so much.
Judith and Ariela Marshall
August 25, 2002
It's not how long we live, but how.
You did it well, Mary, and we will remember you with gratitude and pleasure. Judith and Ariela Marshall
Jenny LaPointe
August 24, 2002
Mrs. Parker was one of my favorite teachers and she helped me to be who I am today. We will all miss her very much. I send my deepest sympothy to her family. You all are great.
Patti Greeley
August 24, 2002
I was truly blessed to know Mary for
the past 30 years. She was a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, and friend. She will be missed dearly by everyone.My heart goes out to her family and friends.
Patti Greeley
Groveland, Mass.
Ashley Twitchell
August 24, 2002
As a Salem High School Alumni (class of 2001), and a member of the chorus, I had the great honor of having Mrs. Parker as a teacher. She is an amazing woman and she will be deeply missed.
Nancy Lemoine
August 24, 2002
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mary fought a hard battle but did so with courage, bravery and humor. I will always remember her for her warm smile and infectious laugh. Her children were blessed to have such a wonderful mother and may her memory always be with them. Mary was a gifted educator and director and her place cannot be easily filled. Mary will be missed by the MHSDG and her friends there. May the peace of knowing she is with her Savior be of some comfort to you all.
Ken,Allison&Aubrey Shanahan
August 24, 2002
We wish that words could comfort you but are aware only time will ease your pain.Mary was an amazing person and will be missed.
Caitlin Churchill
August 24, 2002
Having a chance to meet Mary Parker was truly a blessing; she was a strong and wonderful woman. She will be missed greatly by all the students who knew her. The Salem High School drama department and chorus will not be the same. I send my love and sympathy to her family and friends.
Carol Webber
August 24, 2002
Romans, Chapter Eight ends emphatically with this declaration:
For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
The world most certainly is a little darker today. I greive with you. I hurt for you. I commit to you to continue to pray for your family, especially those precious little ones, in the coming difficult days. My prayer is that you will know with all your hearts that the love of our Heavenly Father does not change. He still holds you in His hands. Stay close to Him during this painful time. Be blessed. With much love, Carol Webber
Pat Desjardins
August 24, 2002
Mary will be greatly missed. She is at peace after having fought a great fight.All our love and prayers are with all of you.
Roy and Eileen Young
August 24, 2002
We are so sorry for your loss. I will truly miss that wonderful smile and warm hello that always greeted me at Lynn Woods School!
Deborah (Desjardins) Alter
August 24, 2002
I will miss Mrs. Parker very much. She helped me to become who I am today. Sincerly, Debby
Shanna Comeau
August 24, 2002
Your family is in my heart and prayers during this very difficult time, with sincere sympathy~Shanna
The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home
August 23, 2002
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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