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1928

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2021

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MARY SHARKEY Obituary

SHARKEY, Mary Mary "Maureen" Sharkey (Conneely) died peacefully on Monday, July 19, 2021, with her family by her side in Nahant, MA. Maureen was born in Ballyconneely, Co. Galway, Ireland on September 27, 1928 to Peter and Mary (Burke) Conneely and immigrated to America at the age 19. Loving wife to the late William "Billy" P. Sharkey, "Meme" is survived by her 6 children and their families: John Sharkey (Mary Ellen), Joseph Sharkey (Keli), Mary DeVeau (Peter), Kathleen Perrotta (Italo), Eileen Gisonno (Douglas), Elizabeth Osbahr (William), as well as her siblings: Andrew Connolly, Mark Connolly, Anne Sullivan, Edward Conneely, Michael Conneely, Joseph Conneely. Previously deceased siblings include: Martin, Peter, John, Matthew Conneely, and Bridget King. Maureen was blessed with 10 grandchildren: Paula, Julie, Christian, Tucker, Taylor, Corey, Katelin, Haley, Maggie and Derek along with 4 great-grandchildren: Nolan, Johnny, Charlotte, Colby, and a 5th great-grandchild is expected soon. Maureen is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Maureen's grace and sweetness were a gift to everyone who knew her. She was an active member of her communities in Ireland, West Lynn, and Nahant with her unforgettable smile. She cherished time with family and friends, loved to garden, and was caretaker to all, with a special fondness for babies and animals. She retired as a seamstress in late 1995 from the Joseph B. Devlin Nursing Home formerly in Lynn. Visiting Hours: A Funeral Mass will be held on July 22, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Nahant. A graveside service will be held following Mass at St. Joseph Cemetery, Lynn. Funeral services are being hosted by the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, LYNN, and there will be no calling hours upon the family's request. Donations on her behalf can be made to Friends of Nahant COA, 334 Nahant Rd., Nahant, MA 01908. May her soul Rest in Peace. Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 20 to Jul. 21, 2021.

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Brendan & Rose Cleary

August 1, 2021

To all of the Sharkey Family, Brendan & I want to send our sincere condolences on the passing of your beautiful Mom. Maureen did have such a great smile and such a warm presence. We loved seeing her at all occasions. R.I.P. beautiful lady.

Steve Crowley

July 23, 2021

LOVE

Brian Kelter

July 21, 2021

Joe, John and the Sharkey family, my sincere condolences on your loss. Be blessed for all of the wonderful years and memories you had with her. May she rest in eternal peace.

Janet & Gus Costello

July 21, 2021

Our sincere condolences to the Sharkey family. She was a lovely woman who raised loving family. I have many great memories of the family home especially working the addition with Maureen's brothers. May she rest in Peace

The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home

July 21, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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