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Mary Howard Obituary
Mary Elizabeth Howard, 30 of Waltham, formerly of Pepperell, MA passed away unexpectedly, while on vacation in Playa del Carmen, Mexico on April 30th.
She was born on September 18, 1985, the loving daughter of Tracey (Haskell) and the late Frederick Howard. She grew up in Pepperell and was a 2004 graduate of North Middlesex Regional High School. Mary received an Associate's Degree in Human Services from Middlesex Community College.
She worked as a CNA at Seven Hills Pediatric Center in Groton for several years and most recently worked at The Guild for Human Services in Waltham, MA. Mary was an assistant teacher in the 1 to 1 program where she thoroughly enjoyed working with her students and fellow staff members. Mary was recognized for providing quality programs and impeccable care for her students. Mary will be remembered for her infectious personality and bright smile, which lit up the hallways of The Guild School.
Among her many activities, she loved going to the beach, shopping, bowling and taking her cherished students on field trips. She also enjoyed attending country music concerts and Red Sox games. Above all else, Mary enjoyed spending time with her friends, family and her Jack Russell Terrier "Bentley", who was always there for her with his unconditional love and energetic personality.
Mary is survived by her mother Tracey B. McHugh and Scott Simas of Pepperell, MA, her boyfriend Reinato Hilaire, of Brockton, MA, her brother Kevin R. Howard and his girlfriend Kayla Hill of Milford, NH, her grandmothers Alma Haskell of Pepperell, MA and Linda McHugh of Gardner, MA, her aunts Amanda Conaway and her husband Bill of Brookline, NH, Brae Bowler and her husband Mike of Westminster, MA, Robin Wessells and her husband Terry of Juliette, GA, her uncles Patrick Goode and wife Teri of Lawrenceville, GA and Brett Haskell of Jacksonville, FL.
Mary was preceded in death by her stepfather Brian McHugh of Pepperell, MA, her grandfathers Richard E. Haskell of Pepperell, MA and Edward J. McHugh of Gardner, MA.
Visiting Hours will be held on Tuesday May 10, 2016 from 4-8 pm at the the Badger Funeral Home 45 School Street, Groton. MA . A Funeral Home service will be held on Wednesday at 10 am. Burial will be at Pepperell Cemetery. In lieu of flower, checks may be made in her memory to: The Guild for Human Services, c/o The Mary Howard Fund
411 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 104, Waltham, MA 02452.
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Korey Matthew Myers
February 12, 2021
I remember you talking to me about what I was going through at the time at the old guild school for human services when I was taking a break with you and I miss you Mary
Jessica Braund
May 3, 2019
Fly like a angel love Jessica Braund's
Paulina Langley
June 10, 2016
Rest in peace mary howard always remembered but never forgotten
Mary Corsaro
May 19, 2016
With deep sympathy to Mary's friends and family. She will be truly missed.
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Tim Fleming
May 19, 2016
My condolences to her Family.she was granted a special gift being able to work in such a difficult filed she will continue to watch over the angels that she has touched.May she sore like an Angel and continue to spread her love from the Heaven.from Fleming family
Mike & Tricia
May 14, 2016
Our condolences to your family, we wish you strength during this difficult time. We just saw her a week before she left and she was excited about the vacation. Life is so unexpected and can be cut short, you may not know how much time you have to brighten someone's heart but the joy Mary had when speaking of her work shows she cherished each moment to put a smile on one's face. Our prayers are with you. Mike & Trish
The Kings
May 13, 2016
To the Howard Family, Mary's Friends and Co-Workers; Our family was deeply saddened when we heard Mary had passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary was a very special woman who not only possessed charisma but also a unique ability to connect with people. She will be missed dearly by my wife and I, but most of all by our Son who was lucky enough to have received instruction from Mary during which they also became trusted friends. Mary is in heaven now watching over those who will miss her dearly.
Troy, Kim and Jeff King
May 11, 2016
To the Howard Family~ I just want to say how very saddened we all are to hear of Mary's passing. She was such a light in this world and her smile, beauty, kindness, warmth and love for her students and all who knew her will long be remembered. I will forever remember her warmth and love to my daughter(and me) and I am so saddened by her passing. The world has lost an angel but Heaven has gained one! May God Bless her and her family always.
~With Sincerest Sympathy~ The Daigle Family
Elena Cox
May 11, 2016
Tracey, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Kori Towle
May 11, 2016
I am saddened to learn about Mary....she was always the most smiley girl I worked with at Seven Hills many years ago...my thoughts and prayers are with her family and close friends at this difficult time...
Brian and Madeline Burak
May 10, 2016
Tracy, Brian and I were saddened to hear of Mary's passing. No words can express your loss. Heaven has a beautiful angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Kevin.
Christina Morse
May 10, 2016
Tracey, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts during these stressful days <3
Krissy Carbone
May 10, 2016
Tracey,
The stories of the kids growing up were conversations that I loved having with you at work. They were so young, then they turned into teenagers...and still the conversations were filled with smiles and laughter. I am so sorry for this loss...may those conversations see their way to someday make you smile again and have a sense of Peace.
Krissy Carbone
Tesini Family
May 10, 2016
Tracey, Kevin and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Mary was the most energetic and beautiful little girl and may your strength carry you through this difficult time, God Bless you.
Taryn Flanagan
May 10, 2016
Family- I am so sorry for your loss. Mary was like no other. Her love, energy and passion for friendship, work and life was sincerely contagious. She will be missed by so many. May her memory and photos of her smile comfort you during this time and always.
Lois Fontaine
May 10, 2016
Tracey, You are in my thoughts and prayers at the loss of your daughter. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength.
Cheryl Morais
May 10, 2016
Tracey, I am so sorry for what you & your family are going through. My thoughts & prayers go out to you all. God Bless you.
Chris Birt
May 9, 2016
Tracey,
So very sorry for the loss of Mary. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Marcia Warmath
May 9, 2016
Tracey, I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious Mary. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Clark
May 9, 2016
Tracey, I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter Mary. Our children shouldn't ever leave this earth before us. She is an angel watching over you now.
Michael LaTerz
May 9, 2016
Tracy - I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Carly Blais
May 9, 2016
Tracy, there are no words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely hard time. May Mary rest peacefully in the arms of the angels!
Katherine Stanwood
May 9, 2016
I am sure it wouldn't matter if Mary was 30 or 60 it has to be heart breaking to lose your daughter. My heart goes out to you. I pray you can cherish the many wonderful memories you both shared and hold those close. May God grant you strength to endure this tremendous loss.
May 9, 2016
I'm just heartbroken. Rest in peace, Mary
Nancy & Jim Heussler
May 9, 2016
There are no words to express our heartbreak for you and your family. We can't even imagine the depth of your pain. Please know we love you and are holding you tightly in our hearts and prayers.
Doris & Joe Vendetti
May 9, 2016
"Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy". Author Unknown
Our hearts and our prayers go out to the your family
Nelle Anderson
May 9, 2016
May God comfort and hold you all in His loving embrace, praying for you and your entire family and friends.
Sally LIndsay
May 9, 2016
Tracey
I am so Sorry for you loss of your daughter. I know how special she was to you. My prayers are with you and your family
JENNIFER MADSEN
May 9, 2016
TRACEY,
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYER ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Terry Fogg
May 8, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you and your family. God bless you and help you through difficult time.
Linda McCuddy
May 8, 2016
Tracey, my thoughts and prayers are with you.God Bless!
Every Parent ~
May 8, 2016
There are no words in the world that will console parents grieving the death of a child.
Even though we are at a loss of words, we pray that God will bless you with all the strength one needs to make it through this hard time.
May the soul of your child rest in everlasting peace.
Sandra Ryan
May 8, 2016
Heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. Mary was a beautiful girl inside and out and will be missed by many.
Caryn Budd
May 8, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this extremely difficult time. You will be sorely missed by the students and parents at the Guild.
Doris & Joe Vendetti
May 8, 2016
And we wept that one so lovely should have a life so brief. William Cullen Bryant
Tracy so sorry for your loss
Deborah Campbell
May 8, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.
Fred Cackett
May 7, 2016
To all of Mary's family, I was deeply sadenned to hear of Mary's passing, I remembered her well from work at Seven Hills. She was always smiling,friendly, and polite to all. My deepest condolences, to all of her family, an you are in my prayers.
Joni Orender
May 7, 2016
Tracey,
All my love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Joni Orender
Meredith Camilli
May 7, 2016
To Mary's Family,
I am thinking of you at this most difficult time. You have my deepest condolences. Mary was a great friend and one of the most dedicated workers at The Guild she will be greatly missed by all.
Natasha C
May 7, 2016
Sending strength to your family during this time. Rest easy Mary, fly high!
Annmarie Upperman
May 7, 2016
Tracy I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Laura Schooley
May 7, 2016
Miss you every second of every day...
Suzanne and Patrick Goetz/Flaherty
May 7, 2016
Dear Traey, Kevin and Scott:
There are no words. Those we love take up the most room in our hearts, where they live forever!
Huge hugs,
Suzanne and Patrick
Lisa Wood
May 7, 2016
Mary will always remain in our hearts.
Love,
Chris,Lisa, and Matthew
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