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Mary Garrity Obituary

GARRITY Mary Vollmer Garrity, 88, Tuesday, July 28, 2009 in Cincinnati, Oh. Beloved sister of Virginia Vollmer Krouse and mother of Susan (Garrity) and Walter Wyder, grandmother of Gretchen (Ed) Zunic, Rachael Wyder, Jennifer (John) Conrard, and Chuck Wyder, great-grandmother of Susan Zunic and Caden and Marin Conrard; also many nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents George and Harriet Vollmer, her sister Teresa Vollmer Leahey, and her brother George Vollmer. Mary worked as a nurse for over 40 years at Mt. Carmel Hospital and Scioto Downs. Originally from Columbus, Mary lived the last two and a half years in Cincinnati. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Shriners Burn Institute c/o Dr. Richard Kagan, 3229 Burnet Avenue, Cincinnati, Oh. 45229 or The Giving Tree Sharonville Elementary, 11150 Maple Street, Cincinnati, Oh. 45241.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 30 to Jul. 31, 2009.

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Deacon Tony Bonacci

August 8, 2009

Dear family,

I knew and loved Mary when she was Director of the Central Sterile Supply at M.C.M.C. and I was Director of Pharmacy (1973-1977). What a memorable lady, so friendly and cooperative. I'm only sorry I didn't know of her passing until I saw it in the CAtholic Times, and it was too late to visit with you. So sorry for your loss,

Lynn Louderback

July 31, 2009

Dear Susan and family,

Our thoughts are with all of you - just knowing how all of you have been taking such good care of her these last few months should make you proud. She was a wonderful woman - so talented, smart and determined - she was surrounded by those who loved her - please know how much we are all thinking of you during this difficult time.
Love, The Louderback Family

July 31, 2009

July 31, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of Mary's death. I have known Mary since she ran the emergency room at Mount Carmel Hospital. She was a wonderful person and I loved knowing her.

Robert Montgomery
Sr. Administrator
Mt. Carmel Medical Center (1960-1979)

Vinny Herwig

July 31, 2009

Dearest Susan How time flies! Seems only yesterday we were in school. Sorry to hear about your Mother. May your meemories be a window that brightens a sad time. May god's grace be a source of strenght to you and your family. God Bless, Vinny Cipriani Herwig

Milt Leeman

July 30, 2009

I was very sad to learn of Mary's passing. For most of my childhood, my family sat in the box next to Mary's at Scioto Downs. I can't begin to count the number of summer evenings we spent talking and watching the races.

She was a wonderful, fun-loving person and a blessing to all who knew her. I hope she finds my father in heaven, and they can enjoy the races together from up there.

May her memory bring comfort and warmth to her family and friends.

July 30, 2009

The picture posted says it all! She will always be remembered for her kinds words and beautiful smile. What a great lady.

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Danielle, Rob, Caitlin and Erica

Linda & Rusty Brinkman

July 30, 2009

Mary always brought joy to every occasion. She will be missed deeply by those who knew her and loved her.

Patti Marsili

July 30, 2009

Well, the girls are together now in their eternal poker game - Colleen, Tommie, Mary Louise, and now Mary. I really enjoyed your Mom/Grandma & I'm sorry I hadn't been touch with her recently. You are all in my thoughts.
Patti (Linard) Marsili

July 30, 2009

Nurse Mary,will always be part of the Scioto Downs family. I knew her a short time, but I will not forget her.

Richard Fiore
Scioto Downs

July 30, 2009

Dear Gretchen and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know she brought much joy to your lives. You are in my thoughts.

July 30, 2009

Aunt Mary was a very special woman. Her dedication to her nursing career and family were inspirational. She will be fondly remembered and missed greatly. My thoughts are with all of you who will feel her absence. Rebecca Leahey

Jane de Roche

July 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Missy Doty

July 30, 2009

May you flourish up there in heaven Grandma!!! You will forever be in our hearts!

Esther Moore

July 30, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times as you celebrate a life well lived. Mary was a blessing and will be missed. Robert and Esther Moore

July 30, 2009

Susan and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Mike Whitehead had told us at the reunion that you Mother was very ill. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless Patti Byrne Trenor

Lawrence (Joe) Selegue

July 30, 2009

Our Prayers and thoughts are with the Garrity family at this time of loss. The Vollmer family lived behing us on Briarwood Ave when we lived on Republic Ave in the Linden Area. May Mary rest in Peace.

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

July 30, 2009

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