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Maryclaire A. Mulcahy
Maryclaire A. Mulcahy
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Maryclaire Mulcahy Obituary
She was the beloved wife of James R. Campbell of Bourne.
Born in Boston on July 22, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Bart and Agnes Mulcahy. She grew up in West Roxbury and graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy in Brighton. She received her teaching degree from Bridgewater State College and master's degree from Boston University.
After college, Maryclaire traveled throughout Europe before moving to Cape Cod. She taught French at Sandwich High School for 20 years. She was very involved in many student activities, including student council, drama club, National Honor Society and the ski club. She accompanied ski trips to many New England and Canadian mountains.
Later, she helped establish the ski program for the Sandwich Recreation Department. She co-chaired the community-based drug and alcohol awareness program called Together We Can.
She loved singing and acting, taking part in many school drama productions. She also was involved in community theater and performed with Sandwich's Glasstown Players and Our Lady of Victory Players in Centerville. She was a role model and mentor for many of her students.
Maryclaire was passionate about traveling and along with fellow teacher, Janet Kirsch, created and established All Ways Travel in 1984. She loved exploring new destinations with her husband and led many customized trips with close friends. Her travels took her across America, Canada, Europe and Asia. Ireland was her second home, returning each year to her little cottage near Galway Bay.
She enjoyed many types of handcrafts, but knitting, especially sweaters, was her specialty.
She preferred outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, biking along the canal, and weeding her garden.
Besides her husband, Maryclaire is survived by a daughter, Cyndi Campbell, and granddaughter, Marcia Mei Campbell, both of Beijing, China; and a son, the Rev. William Campbell, SJ of the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester. She was predeceased by a brother, Gene Mulcahy.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 154 Route 6A, Sandwich. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 6, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, East Sandwich. Burial will follow in Holy Hood Cemetery in Brookline.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601.
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Roger and Evelyn Savino
March 11, 2008
Dear Jim, Deeply sorry to learn of your loss. Words are inadequate at times like these except to say that you seemed so happy together that one must question the workings of the universe.
Reggie Peters
March 10, 2008
Dear Jim, I am so sorry to learn on my return from vacation of the passing of your dear Maryclaire. John and I have so many wonderful memories that we keep dear to our hearts. My sincere sympathy goes to you and your family. God will take good care of her as she did for so many folks through out her life, Reggie and John Peters Sandwich
Anne Damiecki
March 7, 2008
Dear Mr. Cambell
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Mrs. Mulcahy was a wonderful person and teacher and will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Take Care of yourself.
Fondly, Anne Stobbart Damiecki "77"
Walter & Ida Fagnant
March 6, 2008
Dear Jim and family, we were so sorry to hear about MaryClaire and send you our deepest sympathy. She was such an insperation to our children and so many in the Sandwich School system. She will be missed by all.
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Lisa O'Halloran
March 6, 2008
Jim,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ellen (Hamlen) Smolen
March 6, 2008
Dear Jim and family -- I don't even know how to tell you how sorry I am. I was so deepely saddened by the news of Maryclaire's passing. She was so special to our family -- Mum and Dad loved her so much. They are all together now having a good laugh over something I'm sure! We spent many happy times skiing and I have so many wonderful memories. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Gina Kovach
March 6, 2008
I am very sad to hear of your lost. I had Mrs. Mulcahy for french for 4 years and I was hopeless, but she just kept trying. I had too much fun in her class, sometimes at her expense, I am sorry to say. She will never be forgotten.
I pray for all of you!
Gina (Jacinto) Kovach
Jean and Bill Unger
March 6, 2008
Dear Jim and all the family..we were so sorry to hear about Maryclaire's passing and send our deepest sympathy to each of you. Much love, Jean and Bill Unger
Deacon Len Dexter
March 6, 2008
Dear Jim, Cindy, Marsha, Bill,
What a beautiful tribute to such a gracious lady. All these entries and text with words of encouragement at this time, words of love from all those who shared her in their lives, words of memories of those who came in contact with Her. May this give all of you some new found strength to get through the days ahead. Please know you all are in our prayers. We feel so priviledge to have known her for such a short period time compared to most in this Guest Book. We will miss her too along with others in these tributes but of course not as much as all of you. May the love in these entries uplift your spirits and sustain you in some way for the future.
Much Love & Many Prayers
Ginny & Lenny
Michele (Fagnant) Maloney
March 5, 2008
Mr. C and family, I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful, spirited women in your life. I was so happy she was able to share her love with your terrific, loving family. She glowed just talking of you all and I know you shared many smiles and memories over the years. My prayers go out to all of you through this sad time and know she will be dearly missed and touched many in very special ways. Sending my love to you all.
Dave Govoni
March 5, 2008
My condolences to Mr Campbell, Bill, and family.
Joan Byrne
March 5, 2008
Dear Jim, Billy, Cindy and Marchia Wei, I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many wonderful memories of our wonderful times together with both of you, friends, family and students. All these memories will bring you peace. Love to all, Joannie Byrne Florida
Kelly Darmon
March 5, 2008
Mr C, Cyndi and Billy,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Maryclaire was a wonderful and kind person. She took me on my first school ski trip and she wore all PINK! haha! May her greatest of memories comfort you always.
Love to all,
Kelly (O'Connell) Darmon and Family
Ann Candrilli
March 5, 2008
Dear Jim, Cindy, Marcia Mei, and Bill
Your loss is felt by so many. MC was a very special lady. I am very pleased to have known this very generous and caring Lady. May your sweet memories help you through this very difficult time.
Joanne Wolf (Mendonza)
March 5, 2008
Dear Mr. Campbell, Bill, Cyndi & Marcia Mei: My sincerest condolences on your loss. Who could forget Maryclaire dressed all in green on St. Pat's Day at SHS? I wish I'd had her for a teacher. She was a lovely woman and will be missed.
Danny O'Connell
March 5, 2008
She was a teacher that I will forever remember. My heart and prayers go out to her and Jim
Sarah & Denny Fowler
March 5, 2008
Dear Jim & Family, We new in our hearts that things were not good. We are so sorry for the loss of Mary Claire. We will miss her and her wonderful neighborly chats. When I work in the yard this spring I know her spirit will be with me as I pull those nasty weeds as she always did. Please feel free to come over anytime. If there is anything we can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. Our deepest Sympathy
Carol Wenzel
March 5, 2008
Dear Jim,Bill,Cindy,& Marcia Mei,
Jim I think you know how much MC meant to me. Five years ago I came to her looking for a job & she took me under her wing. She was the kindest,warmest, most loving person. I will always think of her with admiration. God bless all of you. We were all so lucky to have her in our lives.
Debbi Hayes
March 5, 2008
Dear Jim and family, Although I did not know your wife, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I know you both loved an adventure, so try to think of this time, as just that. If there is anything you need, please let me know. Big hugs to you, a very special man, teacher and friend.
Debbi Hayes.
Jan Teehan
March 5, 2008
Maryclaire gave so much to our community and to the youth in Sandwich.
I am priviledged to have known her and will always remember her warmth, humor and determined spirit!
She recently booked a very special trip for me and my husband...we leave on Mother's Day.
Maryclaire knew how significant this trip is for us and helped plan what will be a trip of a lifetime. We will raise a glass to you, Maryclaire and know that you're smiling down upon us as we enjoy our cruise-thanks to you!
God Bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten.
Jan and Michael Teehan
Jeanne Desmond
March 5, 2008
Maryclaire was the same fun loving, adventure seeking wonderful friend at Mt. St. Joseph Academy.
We shared many happy memories including having my two daughters in her French classes at SHS.
J S
March 5, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Bob Sulzman
March 5, 2008
MaryClaire was such a positive person. She was an excellent competitor in the travel business and a person I greatly admired.
Helen O'Brien
March 5, 2008
Maryclaire was such a bright light in the lives of so many, always smiling and happy..she will be so missed by many...my love and prayers to all of you..
Love, Helen
Sue Christiano
March 5, 2008
Jim and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Maryclaire's passing. She was such a wonderful person and a bright light in the lives of so many people in Sandwich. We worked together on the original Task Force and I have so many wonderful memories of that time. She will be dearly missed.
Rusty MacDonald
March 5, 2008
MC:
So many memories, so little space! See you at the top of the mountain at the big ski area on the other side!
(I'll still beat you to the bottom!!)
Love always,
Rusty
Ed Heywood
March 5, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We have many fond memories of Maryclaire. Not only having the opportunity to work with her a SHS, but also the many great trips she arranged for us in the past. My love to Jim, Cindy, and Bill.
Ed & Lynne Heywood
cuurently residing in Rindge, NH and occasionally still in Marstons Mills.
JANICE, ROBERT AHONEN
March 5, 2008
JIM. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. MARYCLAIRE WAS THE NICEST PERSON I EVER MET.(ALSO VERY GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR). I WILL THINK OF HER ON ST. PATRICKS DAY. HER FAVORITE DAY OF THE YEAR TO GET ALL DRESSED UP IN GREEN.THE STUDENTS SHE HAD IN SCHOOL THOUGHT THE WORLD OF HER. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THE PEOPLE SHE TOUCHED. JANICE, ROBERT AHONEN. SANDWICH, MASS.
bill burke
March 5, 2008
Just to say she was a nice kind lady. Didnt know her as well as Janet, but both helped me always in my travels.
The Staff of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home
March 5, 2008
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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