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John Reidy
June 3, 2008
Hi Honey,
I can't believe it has been a full year. Sometimes it seems like yesterday, and other times it seems like a century ago. I think we're all doing ok, and we think about you all the time. Cara's graduation was lovely, and you were a part of it. She won a writing award - you would have been so proud! I can't believe that it is at this time of year that your father is joining you.
Love Always,
John, Chris, Cara and Phil
Bruce Perry
May 16, 2008
I remember Maureen as a very cheerful, kind, and warm person, coming upon this very sad news somewhat late. I knew her growing up in Concord, Mass., and had the good fortune to run into her during a college stint in New York City during the 1970s. Such a vivid legacy Maureen has left to her family, friends, and anyone who encountered her.
Philip Reidy
September 21, 2007
I miss you mom. I am sorry that this happened. I am using your email address. I love you mom.
Kathleen Mullins-Pugh
August 9, 2007
To Maureen's Family:
My deepest sympathy to each of you. I was very saddened to learn of Maureen's passing. May the beautiful memories you have comfort you at this time.
A Walpole Family
June 26, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
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'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm 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 to 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.
But 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.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're 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.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Scott Bickford
June 15, 2007
John,Chris,Cara and Philip and Jeanie.. I knew Mo when we were in high school, in fact she was my date to the senior prom. Although its been 20 years since we had seen each other, over the years, from time to time, she would email me always asking how I was.. she was a great lady. I didn't know she had been sick. I know she was proud of you all. You are all in my prayers.
Laura Gold
June 14, 2007
I knew Maureen at Concord-Carlisle (student council, mutual friends). I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. I didn't know her as an adult, but even as an adolescence she was warm, sensitive and kind to all.
June 11, 2007
To the Reidy, Donnelly and Pochebit families,
Know that the way in which Maureen showed us to love (whole-heartedly) is reflected in the way that we love all of you.
Billy & Andrea Widberg
Lisa Simm
June 11, 2007
Thinking of Maureen's family. As you enter into a different relationship with Maureen, there is not doubt in my mind that it will be a beautiful one, that you will cherish the rest of your life. Lisa Simm
carlos vildozola
June 11, 2007
My deepest sympathy for all your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Terrio
June 7, 2007
Brian,
my thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this time.
my deepest sympathies,
Paul
Martha Daly Fairbrother
June 7, 2007
To Maureen's Family,
There are no words to express my sadness at having heard of Maureen's passing. I knew Maureen in high school where we were both on student council together and played sports together. I always admired and looked up to Maureen. She always had a way of making you feel good...and that smile!! One of my fondest memories of Maureen is when we adventured to Europe with the Concord Minutemen and all the parades we marched in, the people we met and the laughs we had. It was a trip of a life time and what a blast we had. Her life was too short but knowing Maureen she made the most of it. The memories are what will keep her memory alive. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 7, 2007
Love you all...
Noreen Davis
June 6, 2007
Dear John, Christopher, Caroline and Phillip -
Such sadness in learning of Maureen's death - her smile was infectious and she lived life to the fullest everyday - may you all rest now, at the end of her long fight - With sincere sympathy,
The Davis family, Noreen, Jeff Morgan and Kelly
gini griffith
June 6, 2007
to the reidy family,
you do not know us, but we knew Mo in high school (I was a friend of Jeannie's and my husband lived in their neighborhood). we remember Mo's smile and determination. we send our condolences to all.
Meg Mackenzie
June 6, 2007
Dear John, Chris,Cara,and Phil,
We are deeply saddened at Maureen's passing. We have such wonderful memories of holiday meals and get togethers and our fabulous trip to Florida.. She has touched our lives in such a special way and we will continue to pray that you all find comfort in knowing so many care during this difficult time. We love you.
Meg,Kenny,Brian and Emily (Walpole)
Ilanna schlehuber
June 6, 2007
Deepest sympathy during this sad and difficult time. Our prayers will be with you all. Be strong-
The Schlehubers
Bob Conrad
June 6, 2007
John and Kids;
My heart felt sympathy is with you all. Although I only met Maureen a couple times, I feel like I knew her so much better from hearing about her from Lizanne. It's just not fair.
June 6, 2007
John,Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful wife. You've both been through a long ordeal and now hopefully,you can both find peace. We will continue to pray for you and your children.
Ken & Linda Johnson
Jack & June Lee
June 6, 2007
John, Chris, Cara & Philip:
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow. Take comfort in knowing that Maureen is no longer suffering but at peace.
Rob Perlman
June 6, 2007
Dear John, Chris, Cara & Phil,
My heart is filled with sorrow and grief upon the news of Maureen’s passing.
I was friendly with her during our high school and college years; we met through student government service. I was one of the crew that camped in her backyard for the bicentennial celebration in Concord. Her smile, laugh and enthusiasm for life were infectious. As you well know she was a special person.
To her children I offer this poem:
FOREVER
We never forget...........
Those who jumped at our first word.
We never forget...........
Those who thrilled at our first steps.
We never forget..........
Those who beamed with pride as we grew.
We never forget.........
Those who helped push, as we reached toward our goals.
We never forget.........
Those who pulled up when we were down.
We never forget........
The LOVE of those who are alive in our hearts and minds forever.
R. Perlman -1988
Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
She is a part of you and lives on through you.
My heart felt condolences,
Heather and David Waite
June 6, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tracey Bradley
June 5, 2007
John,Chris,Cara & Phil,
I can't seem to find the right words to express my sadness for you and for all of us who loved Maureen so. Your family has been such a part of our family for so long...I loved having Maureen at OPR..seeing her face in the halls, seeing her smile, working with her in our classroom. She was one very special person that made me laugh and smile. She will be greatly missed. Stay strong and allow yourself to enjoy the wonderful memeories you have of her. She loved you all so much.
Walt Wright
June 5, 2007
I am filled with sorrow to hear of Maureen's death. I last saw Mo Donnelly over 30 years ago; we became friend as student advisors to the state board of education. A group of us camped in her Concord backyard over the bicentennial. I see she continued to be the special person she was then. She was compassionate, fun loving yet tough and righteous. I share something with Maureen's children, I too lost my mother in my youth; somehow I recall her empathetic response, and her encouragement, "your mother must be proud of you". Although we have never met, let me say to Chris, Caroline and Phil: "your mother is proud of you".
My prayers to you and to your Dad; knowing your mother's gracious soul is with you always.
June 5, 2007
John, Chris, Cara, & Philip:
Reminiscent of St Paul’s words recorded in II Timothy (4:6-8): "I am already on the point of being sacrificed; the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."
Hats off to all of you for watching Maureen do all of that and more.
Fondly, The Kavolius Family
Sister Agnes Ellen Rose, SCN
June 5, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Maureen"s family. Maureen and family will be in my prayers.
Maxine Dwinell-Pare
June 5, 2007
John, Chris, Cara and Philip,
My heart is hurting, as are yours. I cannot express my sadness to you, and I know you have your own that far outweighs anything any of us have ever experienced.
I saw a card that had these words written inside, which says everything we all want to say to you:
"They know the greatest sadness, those whom have known the greatest love"
We are all walking with the pain of losing Maureen, and we are all with you at this difficult time.
Love to all,
Muf
Cheri Barnes (Mimi's daughter)
June 5, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Donna Metcalf
June 5, 2007
Please accept my sincere condolences of the loss of your lovely wife and mother. I shall remain praying for a cure. Maureen fought a good fight. Sincerely, Donna Metcalf
Debbie Reidy
June 5, 2007
Dear John, Chris, Cara & Philip,
I only knew Maureen for such a short time, but I instantly loved her. She was the kind of person you wanted to be your best friend. She was funny and warm and witty and I loved being around her.
She welcomed me into the family and it seemed as if we had been sisters-in-law and friends forever. Please know I share your grief and loved her, too.
With heartfelt sympathy and love,
Joyce Jones
June 5, 2007
John,
Lighting a candle in NY for you, your family and God speed to Maureen. Another family devastated by this horrible disease. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Another warrior lost and getting their angel wings. Deepest sympathies.
Joyce J of NY and the Brain Community
Friends are quiet angels who lift us
to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering
how to fly.
Ted Spaniak
June 5, 2007
Dear John, Christopher, Caroline, and Philip:
Our prayers and sympathies have been with you from the beginning of your ordeal. We hope you find peace. -- The Spaniaks
Rosemary Walker
June 5, 2007
John and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jack Reeder
June 5, 2007
John and children,
My sincere sympathy and much love from me and my family.
Jack Reeder
Tracey Robbins
June 5, 2007
John, Christopher, Caroline and Philip,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort. May knowing that Maureen is finally at peace bring you peace.
David, Tracey, Chris & Jenn Robbins
Beth Connors
June 5, 2007
John and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Maureen was a wonderful person. Her laughter and beautiful smile will not be forgotten. Brian and Beth Connors
Cynthia Baumann-Retalic
June 5, 2007
John -
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Maureen.
We have shared over the years on the Brain Tumor List the wonder of our courageous warrior's and their gentle souls.
Maureen beat the stats John, guided by Dana Farber, their team of great caregiver's and you.
Rest my friend, knowing that your family is prayed for from all over the world, families who know John, people who care, and those who walk next to you.
Godspeed Maureen -
CB
Leesa Hammond
June 5, 2007
Sending you and your family lots of healing thoughts.
Leesa-BTcommunity
Corey Waite
June 5, 2007
Phil,
I have only known you for a short while when I met you through baseball. I am sorry for the loss of your mom. I just want you to know I am thinking of you.
Lynn Summers
June 4, 2007
Dear John,
I only knew Maureen thru your loving words. She was blessed to have you ,as were you to have her. You and the kids are in our prayers.
The McNally Family
June 4, 2007
John,Chris,Cara and Philip, Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Lois
June 4, 2007
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, John.
Godspeed Maureen.
Lois
(Brain-Community)
June 4, 2007
Your burden has been laid down. Rest now. Your love is everlasting.
HARRIETT YKASALA
June 4, 2007
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. She was too young and from what I hear, a wonderful woman, for this to happen to her.
Harriett Ykasala
June 4, 2007
Moe...You fought the good fight and "lived strong" until our maker called you home where you don't have to fight any longer and are free from pain. We who are left behind will miss your kindness, caring and sense of humor.
Rest in Peace.
Wendy Farrell
June 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathy. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
June 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to the Reidy family. The Giampietro Family
Maureen Vildozola
June 4, 2007
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Maureen was a wonderful person who showed much courage and strength throughout her life. Please know that Maureen and her family are in my prayers and thoughts during this most difficult time. I will forever cherish my memories of Maureen.
The Samost Family
June 4, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies and prayers.
William Duggan
June 4, 2007
Maureen and her family are in our thoughts and family prayers.
Bill Duggan
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