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Mary Helen Corcoran
Mary Helen Corcoran
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Mary Corcoran Obituary
Age 70 on Mon. June 16, 2008 of Scott Twp., formerly of Sheraden; beloved wife of Martin R. "Corky"; mother of Kathleen (Jeff) Morouse, Robert (Karen) Corcoran, Patricia (Joe) Lucot, Matthew (Christine) Corcoran and Rita (Jay) Blair; sister of Robert John "Jack" and the late James and Pete McFarren; grandmother of Heather Rice, Riley, Jamie and Patrick Corcoran, Joey and Brianne Lucot, Meaghan, Madison and Caitlin Corcoran and Susan and Mary Blair. Friends received Wed. 6-8 pm & Thurs. 2-4 & 6-8 pm at WM. F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, 2944 Chartiers Ave., Sheraden. Funeral Mass in Holy Innocents Church Fri. 10 am. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
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January 28, 2013
Happy 75th to you.
Bob
January 28, 2012
Happy Birthday Mom. Miss you a ton.
Phil Brandimarti
January 30, 2009
Corcoran & McFarren families,
I apologize for being so late, as you know I was just informed of your great loss. We wish to send our deepest condolences to all of you. Mary Helen was like a second Mom to me as I was always at your home growing up. Diana knew her primarily from the bank, but remembers her very well, as I'm sure everyone will. She always had the time to help, talk, console and care in such a genuine way just saying "Hello" made you feel good. She will be dearly missed.
Bob
January 28, 2009
Happy Birthday Mom
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Her legacy continues - Grankids 2008
July 3, 2008
Karen Tarullo
June 29, 2008
To Patty, Rita, Matthew, Bobby, Kathleen, Mr. Corcoran, and all of your families: I realize this is a little late, however I want to express on behalf of myself and my siblings our sorrow and deepest sympathy on the passing of your lovely mother. We think of all of you so fondly and will keep you and your mother in our prayers.
Gerald & Peggi Blair
June 24, 2008
Rita & Family Sorry to hear about your moms passing. Our deepest condolence to you and your family.
lisa obusek
June 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We are having a mass said at Holy Innocents on July 16 at 8:15 for your mom. Lisa & AnnaRose Obusek
Bob Corcoran
June 21, 2008
Wife. Mother. Grandmother. Sister. Aunt. Niece. Cousin. Neighbor. Co-worker. Sponsor. Friend.
These are the words we use to describe who my mother was to everyone in her life.
She was a fighter.
She fought against illness and won many of those battles. This last one though, proved to be too much, even for her.
She showed her family the way to get through life. She had a quiet way of providing guidance and strength.
Like many of the women in her family she showed unconditional love. No matter what my siblings and I did she was there to help us and show us love and support. She may not have agreed with us but she was there for us. She did not judge us or dwell on whatever the circumstance was. She taught us to move on and avoid the same actions or behavior and to learn from the experience.
I spoke to many people over these last few days and heard different stories.
I learned that she had this same approach in her other relationships. She provided the same love and support to all who came in contact with her.
My Sisters and my Brother gave her 11 grandchildren. She loved them all dearly and they loved her. I see so many of her traits in them. Her quiet resolve, her sense of humor, her fighting spirit and her caring nature. She lives on in all of them.
She has prepared us all well to get along in life without her. By her example we all have a blueprint for life to help us along the way, to overcome our fears and celebrate our achievements.
She showed us all how to deal with our failures. She taught us how to battle our illnesses.
She taught us to be humble and to accept whatever came our way and gave us the will to overcome obstacles along the way.
She taught us how to love and be loved.
She is now with God and all those that went before her.
She will be there to guide us all through life. All we need to do is close our eyes and talk to her. She will listen, as she always did. She will be there for support.
Donna Ramsey-Eaddy
June 21, 2008
Cork, Kathleen, Bobby, Patty, Matt & Rita,
From working with Mary Helen at National City, I feel that I know you all personally; you are the loves of her life. May God continue to bless you as he has by giving you Mary Helen as a wife and mother. I know that I am blessed to have had her as a friend. Thanks for the sharing of your pictires!!
Elaine Wiernik
June 20, 2008
Corcoran Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies at this time. I wish you all peace and comfort in the days ahead.
MaryAnne Ehmann
June 20, 2008
My Friend Kathy,
My Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.
I will never forget the kindness, comfort, and concern you extended to myself and family on my Dad's passing. You are a true "Angel of Mercy" and like your Mom a beautiful caring person!
You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Her legacy - her children. Matt, Kathleen, Bobby, Rita, and Patty.
June 20, 2008
RAY & DIANNE KILLMEYER
June 19, 2008
DEAR MATT BOB AND EXTENDED CORCORAN FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME FROM ALL OF MY CONSERVATIONS WITH MATT AT WORK I KNOW YOUR MOM WAS A FIGHTER BUT NOW SHE CAN REST AND WATCH HER FAMILY GROW AND MAKE HER PROUD GOD BLESS YOU ALL MATT SEE YOU AT CHURCH
Ken and Grace Grayber
June 19, 2008
Dear Corky and family,
Ken and I are so sorry to hear of Mary Helen's passing. She was a great person. She and I had a lot of good times at Sheraden Bank. You are in our prayers.
Lisa (Scaletta) Simmen
June 19, 2008
Patty, Rita and the entire Corcoran family,
I was very sorry to hear the news about your mom. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Tracie Hall
June 19, 2008
Matt, Chris and girls
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and grandmother. Keep all the great memories close to your hearts and you will find it will get you through each day.
If you need anything at all, please do not hesitate to call upon myself and my family.
Tracie & Rachael Hall
Bobby, Mom and Dad at Kathleen's wedding 1997
June 19, 2008
Family at Kathleen and Jeff's wedding 1997
June 19, 2008
Susan O'Malley
June 19, 2008
Dear Corky and family,
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family for the loss of Mary Helen. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. God bless her.
Michael, Susie & Maureen
Bob and Karen's wedding 1989
June 19, 2008
Madison, Mary, Meaghan, Heather, Susan and Grandma at Heather's birthday 2003
June 19, 2008
The Clare Agency
June 19, 2008
To Marty (Corky) and family,
On behalf of the Jim, Diane and staff at The Clare Agency, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mom and Matt at his wedding
June 19, 2008
At Patty's wedding 1987
June 19, 2008
Mom singing at Patty's wedding 1987
June 19, 2008
Grandma's pride and joy - Grandkids in 2001
June 19, 2008
Riley with Grandma at Rita's wedding 1998
June 19, 2008
Mom at Kathleen's wedding 1997
June 19, 2008
Grandma, Mary and Caitlin 2001
June 19, 2008
Grandma and Brianne
June 19, 2008
Family at Bob and Karen's wedding 1989
June 19, 2008
Christmas 2005
June 19, 2008
Christmas 2005
June 19, 2008
Mom, Kathleen, and Heather at Christmas 2007
June 19, 2008
Kathleen and Mom in Charlestown SC 2005
June 19, 2008
At Heather's graduation from Clemson.
June 19, 2008
Grandma and Heather 2005
June 19, 2008
Lorie Fields (Shingler)
June 19, 2008
Dear Rita and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, you and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Weber
June 19, 2008
Rita and Family
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Mary Helen and Cork on cruise to Alaska.
June 19, 2008
June 19, 2008
Tess and Mary Helen
June 19, 2008
With her girls at Rita's shower 1998.
June 19, 2008
Christmas 2006 with Rita, Bri, and Susie
June 19, 2008
with Joey
June 19, 2008
June 19, 2008
John Sentak
June 19, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you & your family
Jack & Ginny Corcoran
June 18, 2008
Marty & Family: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family .We will keep you in our prayers.
June 18, 2008
Dearest Rita and family our prayers are with you and your family. our deepest sympathies your friends love John Z and Barbara Ann Pessy
John and Peggy Kinsella
June 18, 2008
Our sympathy to you.
Patty Golembiewski-Wissinger
June 18, 2008
Patty and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom.
Rosemary Anderson
June 18, 2008
Dear Corcoran family, we would like to express our condolences to all. Matt and Chris if there is anything that I can make or do for your family, please let me know.
Our prayers are with you all.
Judy (Whitaker) Magill
June 18, 2008
Dear Kathy,
I just wanted to express my deepest sympathy to you & your entire family. As you know, I lost my father last month and my mother 18 years ago. Cherish your many wonderful memories! Hold close your family, as they will keep you strong during this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Tom Klemmer
June 18, 2008
Patty, Matt, Rita and Family,
My condolences on the passing of your mother.
laura morton
June 18, 2008
The Corcoran Family:
We were very sad to hear of Mary Helen's passing. She was a special woman who will be missed by all of us. The strength of your family will help to get through these hard times.
All our love,
Laura, Jerry and James Morton
Larry+Jill McDonald(conti)
June 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 18, 2008
Dear Kathy and Family: Please accept my sincere condolence on the passing of your Mother. With deep sympathy, Jo Ann (Pietrusinski) Bamber
At her old homestead 911 Berry Street.
June 18, 2008
June 18, 2008
Debbie Durkin-Johnson
June 18, 2008
Rita and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My deepest condolences to you all.
Debbie Durkin Johnson
Making a wish on her 70 th birthday.
June 18, 2008
Michelle (Scaletta) Ward
June 18, 2008
Patty and family-
I am sorry to hear about your Mom. You will all in be our prayers.
Joe & Bea Scaletta
June 18, 2008
This note comes with our deapest sympathy. Mary Helen was a brave and courages women who fought and won so many battles in her life. She will be missed not only by her family but the many friends she made over the years.
God bless her and may she rest in peace.
Tracy
June 18, 2008
To the entire Corcoran Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a great lady, and may your wonderful memories get you all through this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Keith and Tracy (Schubert) Smith
Eileen Singer
June 18, 2008
I am deeply sorry for your loss and deeply saddened to have to 'let go' of a friend like Mary so soon. She was truly a cut above the rest. The memories she made with all of you here on earth will remain in your hearts forever. Although we shared a mutual group of friends, she never failed to talk about her family.
Jack and Irene Lennox
June 18, 2008
"Corky" and family,
Jack and I are so sad at the loss of your dearest Mary and we send our deepest condolences to you. We hope that in the days that follow the love and memories of the years you shared will sustain you until you meet again.
love, Jack and Irene
PENNY DYE
June 18, 2008
RITA&FAMILY,
I ASM SO VERY SADDENED TO LEARN OF YOUR MOM'S PASSING.
I PRAY THAT YOUR MEMORIES OF HER WILL GIVE YOU COMFORT IN THE DAYS AHEAD.SHE WILL NEVER REALLY BE GONE, SHE WILL LIVE ON IN ALL OF YOUR HEARTS.
YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
LOVE PENNY
Your Children
June 18, 2008
You gave us life and gave us love.
You gave us guidance through the good times and the bad.
You laughed with us and cried with us.
You were an inspiration to us.
You showed us how to forgive and forget and give unconditional love.
You taught us how to fight and never give up.
You are our Mother and we miss you.
Thank you for all that you gave us.
Bridget and Dave Praskovich
June 18, 2008
Dear Mr. Corcoran and family,
Your wife and mother was so kind and we liked talking with her. We will miss her. Please accept our sympathy.
Bridget and Dave Praskovich and sons
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