Marcelle L. Neely

Marcelle Neely Obituary

NEELY, Marcelle L. (Trottier) Of Newton, Jamaica Plain and Waltham, on Sunday, January 24, 2010, twelve days shy of her 93rd birthday, Died in the company of her loving family and friends at the Dorothy Frances Home. Born in 1917 in Shawinigan Falls, Quebec, Canada, the 14th child born to Wilson and Honora (Massicotte) Trottier. In 1926, she emigrated from Quebec to Newton, where she lived for 81 years. Beloved wife of the late William J. Neely (Newton Police), Marcelle was a positive role model to all who knew her. Her life was enriched by her faith, her Canadian heritage, loving family and long-time friends. Marcelle was an early member of St. Jean L'Evangelist Parish in Newton, worked at Raytheon, attended St. Anne's Academy (Marlboro), was lunch attendant at Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School, She was known for her love of dancing, candlepin bowling and following the Red Sox. Her devoted sister, Sr. Jacqueline Trottier, SSA of Marlboro, survives her. She also leaves behind: Denise (Neely) McKay and her husband, Tom, of Charlotte, NC, James Neely and his wife, Deborah Silverstein, of Cambridge, John Neely and his wife, Patricia Drake, of Nederland, TX, William Neely and his wife, Barbara Heroux, of San Francisco, CA, Jacqueline Neely and partner, Clare O'Donoghue, of Jamaica Plain. Marcelle leaves 7 grandchildren: Heather (McKay) Gebbia and her husband, Christopher (FLA), Cheryl McKay (CA), Michael Neely and his partner, Samantha Rosen (VT), Sonia and Marah Laurie (Cambridge) and two great-grandchildren, Jake and Jesse Gebbia (FLA), mother-in-law of the late Katherine (Brown) Neely. Funeral from the Burke & Blackington Funeral Home, 1479 Washington St., (Rte. 16), West Newton, Wednesday, January 27 at 9:30 A.M., followed by a Funeral Mass in Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Newton at 10:30 A.M.. Visiting hours Tuesday evening from 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. For many years, Marcelle was collection volunteer for the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate in Port-of-Prince, Haiti, to which her friend, (recently-deceased) Fr. Francis Mitchell devoted his life. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to this cause www.omiworld.org/ or a Haitian charity of your choice. Burke & Blackington Funeral Home 1-800-585-6939

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Published by Boston Globe on Jan. 25, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Marcelle Neely

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Larry Vachon Family

January 26, 2010

Dear Neely Cousins,

Our deepest condolences on the death of your dear Mum and our very special aunt who shared our lives since birth with great love and devotion. Her sparkling personality and enthusiasm for life throughout its ups and downs were an inspiration for all who knew and loved her. We are distressed that we were unable to bid her farewell at her funeral services but she will continue to instill in us a deep pride in our Trottier heritage thru the fond memories of happy days gone by. Your Mum is now enjoying her eternal reward which she so richly deserves. Blessings to all of you who helped her so much in easing her difficult journey to heaven to join her cherished parents and siblings.

Russ Mannette

January 26, 2010

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Neely family. Aunt Marcelle was a spritual role model for all of the extended family. I cherish my memories of growing up watching her with amazment, as she walked in her great pride of her Canadian heritage and her great faith in GOD.

Monique Rousseau-Brown

January 25, 2010

To Our Neely Cousins,

We our deepest sympathy on the passing for our Dear Great Aunt Marcelle. She was loved by all! She was certainly The Matriarch of both Trottier & Neely Families. We certainly have wonderful memories of her and the family. All our love and prayers, Monique, Kenny, Kenny Jr. & Joey Brown and Ruth Rousseau

January 25, 2010

To John and family:
Our heart felt sympathy from Myra Howard and children. Also the Jefferson County Adult Probation Staff. Our prayers are with you.

Linda Thomspson Uttaro

January 25, 2010

John and family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May your memories bring you comfort and knowing your Mom is now with Jesus, happy and healthy again.

warren Doucette

January 25, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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