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1937

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2015

PHYLLIS MCNAMARA Obituary

McNAMARA, Phyllis (Kennedy) Formerly of Manomet and Cedarville, died peacefully at her home in Mashpee on Sept. 11, 2015 surrounded by her family. She was the devoted wife of Frederick Charles McNamara. Born in Quincy, MA on September 25, 1937, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Margaret (Manning) Kennedy. She was educated and a graduate of Boston State Teacher's College as well as Lesley College, where she received her master's degree in education. Phyllis had worked for the Town of Plymouth School Department as an Elementary Teacher. She was instrumental in establishing the "Panther's Cub House", nursery school at Plymouth South High School where she worked until retiring in 2003. Children were her lifelong focus as she helped countless people in need throughout the years. She was affectionately known to many as "Mrs. M". Prior to working for Plymouth School Department Phyllis was the owner/operator of Manomet Academy where Phyllis touched the hearts and minds of all her beloved students . Besides leaving her husband of 52 years, Phyllis was the loving mother of Paula Deal and her husband Jay of Sandwich, Rheta Kaski of Sanwich, William McNamara and his wife Kirsten of Mashpee, Charles McNamara and his wife Kirsten of Marshfield, John McNamara and his wife Sasha of Sandwich, Jeanne Adleman and her husband Jeremy, and Lori McCartin and her husband John all of Sandwich. She was the cherished grandmother of 19. Visiting hours will be held in the Davis Funeral & Cremation Home, 619 State Rd., Manomet (Plymouth) on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. The funeral will take place on Tuesday at 11:15 a.m from the Davis Funeral & Cremation Home followed by a Mass of Christian burial in St. Bonaventure's Church, State Rd., Manomet at 12 :00 p .m. Cremation took place at Vine Hills Crematory, Plymouth. Private burial will take place at a later date. Donations in her memory to the Dana Farber Cancer Research, 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02215 or the St. Jude's Children's Fund, 332 N. Lauderdale, Memphis, TN 38105. For online guestbook and directions visit

www.cartmelldavis.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2015.

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September 17, 2015

Phyllis, one of the most selfless and giving souls I've ever known. Endless admiration for the grace and dignity of a life well-led. Endless gratitude for a lifetime of friendship. Will miss her more than words can express.
- Patricia Kilkelly and family

September 15, 2015

So sorry for the loss of your Mother. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Hill

September 15, 2015

Phyllis was a true kind and caring person. She was there for so many people as their friend. and someone that truly believed in making a difference in every way she could. It was our good fortune to have known and loved such a wonderful lady.
Fred and all of the McNamara children, remember forever all of the happy times you have had and how lucky you were for so many years to share your lives with her. I can see her leading the choir of all the children up in heaven now. I bet they can sing beautifully.

Our love to you all.

Frank & Judy Staiti

September 14, 2015

Prayers for comfort and peace. Love to you all. The Vinitsky Family

Alicia "Mason" Armstrong

September 14, 2015

I just heard this news today and it struck me with a lot of sadness. Phyllis raised most of Manomet as I was growing up. She went out of her way to help all of our families when needed. Her heart was bigger than any person I have ever met. My thoughts are with you all as you go through this time. I hope her and my mom catch up, up there. Hugs to you all.

Rob Botts

September 13, 2015

Mrs. Mac as I used to call her was an amazing woman in so many different ways. She was such a caring, fun, intelligent woman. I used to have the best chats with her either at her home, family events or any place where her family was gathered. I am so very sorry to hear about her passing and my condolences, prayer and big hugs to everybody back there. She will be missed so much. Mrs. Mac was the best.

Amy Medeiros

September 13, 2015

Mrs. M, My life was impacted so very much by you. I love you! Thank you for everything you saw in me!
My deepest sympathy to the entire Mcnamarra family. Thank you for sharing her with all of us! You are in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.

Deborah Yee

September 12, 2015

Sorry for your loss. Mrs. M was a great teacher and a wonderful person. God bless your family thur this difficult time.

September 12, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patrice O'Connor

September 12, 2015

An important life led by an amazing woman . Much love and prayers for her equally amazing family.

Janine Gerrior

September 12, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. I am so sorry for your loss and will always remember your Mother as a wonderful, kind, and dedicated woman. Thinking of you all...

Danielle Melamed (Axon)

September 12, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with her family ! I will never forget her to say she made a diffrence in my life is such an understatement! Everytime I saw Mrs M she had a smile and a hug no matter how many years went by! She fueled and encourage me not only as a student but as a person and for that I will be always greatfull ! She will live on forever in the countless lives she touched both young and old ! Another gaudian angel from Earth now in heaven !

Dan MacLeod

September 12, 2015

So very sorry for everyone in the whole entire McNamara family for your loss, children, grandchildren, in-laws and all!!! My prayers and thoughts remain with you all throughout this difficult and devastating time!!! Glad I had the chance to meet her when I did at one point too, may the good times you all shared together live on in and your hearts forever and always, many blessings!!! :(

Katie Gerrior

September 12, 2015

She was just AMAZING!! Her kind way with both children and adults, her passion for education, her giant heart, and forever smile will NEVER be forgotten. Mrs. M you will be missed, but a piece of your guidance will forever be in me and in my classroom.

Alicia Hill-Gargiulo

September 12, 2015

You will never be forgotten. Always an amazing lady. Family is in my thoughts and prayers. Xoxo

BethAnn Orchard

September 11, 2015

You will live on forever in my heart.
Sending love and strength to the entire McNamara Family.
Love
BethAnn

September 11, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the McNamara Family. We have very fond memories of Phyllis and her "gang". She was a wonderful woman. She touched and taught many lives over the years. She will be greatly missed, and never forgotten. The Dailey Family (Janet, Jim, Torri, Gregory, and Mark)

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Sep

14

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Davis Funeral & Cremation Home,

619 State Rd.,, Manomet (Plymouth), MA 2125

Sep

15

Funeral

11:15 a.m.

Davis Funeral & Cremation Home

MA 2125

Sep

15

Mass of Christian Burial

12:00 p.m.

St. Bonaventure's Church,

State Rd.,, Manomet, MA 2125

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