Mary Kirwan

Mary M. Kirwan NORTH GREENBUSH - Mary M. Kirwan, of North Greenbush, formerly of Lansingburgh, beloved wife of the late James J. Kirwan, peacefully entered into eternal life on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Born in Albany, Mary was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Heffernan Monahan. After graduating from the Academy of Holy Names, Mary earned two Master’s degrees from the College of St. Rose. Mary then used her love of learning to assist students as a Reading Specialist in the South Colonie School District, where she worked until her retirement. In addition to her students, Mary was committed to her community. She was an active member of the Alumni Associations of both the Academy of Holy Names and the College of St. Rose, the Alumni Chapter of the Capital District, the Schenectady Chapter of Alumni, and she served as a Board Member for the entire college alumni. Additionally, Mary served as President of the Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary and was a member of the Albany Symphony Vanguard Auxiliary, the English Speaking Union at The University Club, The Dutch Settlers’ Society of Albany, and the South Colonie Teachers Association. Mary was also a long-time member of the Country Club of Troy and Wolfert’s Roost Country Club. Mary Kirwan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her children, Christine Cassidy of Latham, Thomas Kirwan of Newport Beach, CA, Carol Kreidler of Davidsonville, MD, Matt (Kerry) Kirwan of Glenville, as well as 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Seamus O’Kirwan, and one grandchild. Mary will also be remembered by her beloved friend, Frank Keebler. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 175 Williams Road in Troy. Relatives and friend are invited and may call at the Morris-Stebbins-Miner & Sanvidge Funeral Home, 312 Hoosick Street in Troy on Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Interment will be held in St. Agnes’ Cemetery, Menands. Those desiring, may make memorial contributions to: Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation, 1270 Belmont Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12308, in memory of Mary M. Kirwan. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Morris-Stebbins-Miner & Sanvidge Funeral Home, 312 Hoosick St., Troy, NY 12180. Phone: (518) 272-3930