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Mary Devlin Obituary
1939-2021
Florence, MA — Mary (O'Connor) Devlin, 82, passed away at Cooley Dickinson Hospital December 6th surrounded by her family. She was born on October 25, 1939, in Kells, County Kerry, Ireland, daughter of the late Michael and Kate (Griffin) O'Connor. Mary was educated in the Irish schools and later emigrated to Holyoke, MA.
On June 8, 1974, she married Jack Devlin in Holyoke, MA.
Mary is survived by her husband Jack, son Jerry, nephews Michael and Larkin Gates, as well as her grand nephews and nieces. In Ireland Mary is survived by her cousin Michael Griffin, his wife Eileen, and their family, as well as her lifelong childhood friend, Eileen Murphy O'Shea, her husband John Joe and their family.
She was predeceased by her son Brendan, sister Margaret Gates, brother Jeremiah, as well as her nephews William and Edward Gates.
Mary loved Irish set dancing with her friends in the Boston area and Connecticut, and her trips back home to Ireland to visit her lifelong friends.
Mary also enjoyed her travels with Father Gary Dailey (Catholic Communication Tours) to the Passion Play, Holy Land, Rome, and Poland.
Calling hours will be held Sunday, December 12, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Ahearn Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be celebrated Monday, December 13th at 10:30 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 99 King Street, Northampton, MA 01060.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either the Newman Catholic Center, 472 Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002 or to the Passionists, 660 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068.
Ahearn Funeral Home
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Devlin
Anthony DiStefano
February 8, 2022
Dear Jack,
I was deeply saddened when I recently heard of Mary's passing. I offer my deepest sympathies to you and Jerry.
Be well my friend
Jimmy & Clare Murrihy
December 11, 2021
Dear Jack & Jerry, we wish to express our sincere condolences on the passing of Mary. We have very fond memories at all the Irish Dancing competitions we spent together. Also, we had a lot of great times over the years spent set dancing with her. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Marie Long
December 11, 2021
Mary was the best set dancing partner one could ask for. She was so good in guiding me along with her. Miss our days at the JBO club when set dancing was in vogue. Remember her and Jack on the trip to Oberammergau and what a great time we had. Rest In Peace Mary. God bless.
Laurie J Korza
December 10, 2021
Jack, my thoughts are with you and your family. So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was a lovely woman.
Rose Cleary
December 10, 2021
R.I.P. Mary. A beautiful happy lady and a great set dancer. Condolences to her family
Paul Albano
December 9, 2021
Jack and Jerry,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elizabeth McGloin Browne
December 9, 2021
Deepest sympathy to you, Jerry and your dad.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam
Brother Terence Skorka C.P. Passionist
December 8, 2021
Jack Jerry and family sympathy condolences May your wife and mother enjoy the rewards of everlasting life R I P brterencecp
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