MARY M. POWER

POWER, Mary M. (Cradock) 84, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2016 surrounded by her loving children. Recently from Pembroke and previously Hull, Mary was raised in Jamaica Plain on Montebello Road, the oldest daughter of Jim and Nonie Cradock. She attended Our Lady of Lourdes School and Mission Church High School, where she met the love of her life, the late John "Beaver" Power. Together they built and shared a wonderful life centered around their dear family and friends. While she enjoyed several years working at Talbots, Mary's life was devoted to raising her seven children and supporting her beloved family. Seeing and bringing out the best in others, Mary led her life with kindness, generosity and love. With her contagious smile, a heart of gold, and an abundance of Irish hospitality, Mary leaves behind a legacy of love and many fond memories of gatherings over the years, filled with food, songs and laughter. Always able to make you feel welcome, warm your heart, and put a smile on your face, her passion and life revolved around her family and close friends. Mary's spirit and love will be carried on by her seven children and their partners: Pat and Neil Donovan of Bethel, ME, Jackie and Mary Power of Salem, NH, Chrissie and Eddie Straughn of Cohasset, Michael and Colleen Power of West Roxbury, Suey Power of Hull, Brian and Joan Power of Scituate, and Jay Power of Hingham. "Nana" leaves behind and will always be in the hearts of her 21 grandchildren and soon to be 7 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her sister, Patsy Perry, Mary leaves siblings Helen and Pat Doherty; Christine and Jim (deceased) Tracey, Jim and Jean Cradock, Jack "Butchie" and Suzy Cradock, brother in-law Ronnie Perry, and many nieces, nephews, friends and family too numerous to list but not forgotten. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean Street (Rte 139) MARSHFIELD. Funeral from the funeral home on Thursday, April 7, at 9:00 a.m. for a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Thecla Church, 145 Washington Street in Pembroke. Interment will be in the Massachusetts National Cemetery at Bourne. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory can be made to New Bridge on the Charles Assisted Living/Memory Care Unit, 1200 Centre Street, Boston MA 02131 or by visiting their website hebrewseniorlife.org/giving. For online guestbook, driving directions, and other helpful links please visit our website macdonaldfuneralhome.com MacDonald Funeral Home macdonaldfuneralhome.com