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1949
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Mary Kilcoyne Obituary
1949 - 2016
WESTBROOK - Mary Jane (Prescott) Kilcoyne, 66, formerly of Gardiner, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, at her home in Westbrook, due to complications of a degenerative neuro-muscular disease.
She was born in Augusta on August 18, 1949, the daughter of Robert and Pauline (Bragdon) Prescott. Mary Jane was educated in the Augusta school system and was a 1967 graduate of Cony High School. She pursued a career in banking, retiring from the profession in 2008.
Mary Jane was married to the love of her life, Joseph Kilcoyne, for over 45 years, and together they welcomed two beautiful daughters, Julie and Jennifer, into the world. To say that her daughters were the center of her being is an understatement.
Mary Jane was a private person who appreciated simplicity in life. Her favorite pastimes were gardening, quilting, sewing, caring for her beloved cocker spaniels, and spending time with her beloved granddaughters. The flowers she raised exemplified her beauty as a person. She was very kind and giving, always prioritizing the needs of others before her own.
Mrs. Kilcoyne was predeceased by her father, Robert Prescott, in 1959 and her mother, Pauline Bragdon Prescott, in 1999. She is survived by her dedicated, loving husband Joseph, who cared for her needs until the end; her daughters, Julie Kilcoyne of Portland and her long-time companion Bruce Maasbyll of Yarmouth and their English setter Patches, and Jennifer Weliczka and husband Kenneth and their daughters Abby and Emma, and their cocker spaniel Molly, of Williston, Vt.; her loving brother George Prescott of Old Orchard Beach and his children, Cory and Sarah, of Boston; and her faithful cocker spaniel Murphy, who never left her side.
A celebration of life for Mary Jane will be held at Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, One Church St., Augusta, on Saturday, May 14, 2016, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery.
Memorial donations in
Mary Jane's name may be made to
The Northern New England
Chapter, ALS Association
10 Ferry Street Suite 438
Concord, NH 03301
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Kilcoyne
George Prescott
May 6, 2023
Mary Jane, I think of you often and miss you each and every day
Theresa Campbell
May 18, 2016
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May you find strength in knowing our Heavenly Father cares for you.
Jeff Lord
May 14, 2016
Joe, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
George Precott
May 12, 2016
I couldn't have imagined a better sister. You gave unconditional love and new meaning to to courage, dignity and grace. I will miss you more with each passing day.
Debbie Hejduk (Jordan)
May 12, 2016
To my cousin Mary Jane even though Years have passed since I last saw you but I think of you all the time on our birthday and how it was when we were growing up..
I now that you are visiting with my Nana and granddad (Helen and Win) and all the rest of the family who have passed on...My thoughts and prayers are also with Joe and the girls...Will still think of you on our birthday
May 12, 2016
To my dear friend Mary Jane. Our children grew up together and were friends through high school. I am so glad we got to visit and share stories and photos of children and grandchildren. I will treasure that visit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jen,Julie, and Joe.
Don and Becky Ranks
Shelley (Page) Allen
May 12, 2016
Jennifer and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful woman, who welcomed me into your home so many times as a kid, she probably thought I forgot where I lived! I will never forget her, and am so sorry for your loss.
Joseph Kilcoyne
May 12, 2016
It has been my great honor and privilege to have been married to my sweet heart and the love of my life, Mary Jane, these past 45 years and 7 months. My regret is that our time together was far too short, but I am glad that her terrible suffering these past months has mercifully ended. She was the kindest most understanding wife a man could ever want. Always ready to forgive my faults and to help me in any way she could. She did a terrific job raising our two daughters and was absolutely devoted to our two granddaughters. She truly had a heart of gold and was the most giving person I have ever known. I don't know how I can go on living without her and look forward to the time when we will be reunited in the life to come. It can't come soon enough for me. Mary Jane, I will love you for ever ... your devoted husband Joe.
May 12, 2016
My beautiful mother Mary Jane was the most positive, optimistic woman I have met. My mother remained hopeful until the end. I was blessed with the opportunity to provide respite and be an active part in her care. She enjoyed a lovely mother's day weekend with gifts, flowers, prayers, and lots of warm wishes. She was always grateful for everyday. I had the honor of tucking my mother into bed and kissing her goodnight the Monday before she passed and I will always cherish that memory. I wanted nothing more than to have my beautiful mother healthy again. My mother was sent to earth August 18th, 1949 and returned to heaven May 10th, 2016.
Love you forever mom. You will always be in my heart.
Your daughter,
Julie
Linda & Errol Woodbury
May 12, 2016
We are so sad to hear of Mary Jane's passing. We can only imagine the loss you are all feeling. She was a very loving & gentle person who gave of herself to all who knew her. I have so many fond memories of times we shared when we were kids.
We will be unable to attend her funeral as we are traveling back home from the west coast, but will be thinking of you all.
She is gone from this world but lives on in your hearts.
Carol Towle
May 12, 2016
Maryjane was one of the kindest people I have ever met. She and Joe were our neighbors for 5 years and she treated my 2 children as if they were her own grandchildren. Every time I will go by her house and see her beautiful flowers in bloom I will think of the beautiful person she was inside and out. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this sad time but know she is at peace with know more suffering and pain and she is gone home with our lord. My family and myself are going to miss her terribly as we loved her as if she was family. Joe Julie and Jen our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love the Towle family
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