Brenda Neary

Brenda Neary obituary

Brenda Neary

Brenda Neary Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Breslin Funeral Home - Malden on Nov. 15, 2025.

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Brenda Sarah Neary, 85, November 12, 2025 passed away at her home in Hampton, New Hampshire surrounded by family. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Brenda was born on December 12, 1939 to Josephine and Charles Lowthers of Medford, MA. She was a long time resident of Billerica and Georgetown, MA. Brenda was preceded in death by her husband, William Neary and her parents as well as her siblings: Charles Lowthers, Marjorie Bailey, Paul Lowthers, Walter Lowthers, Bruce Lowthers, Joyce Bergen, Dennis Lowthers as well as her son, Stephen Neary. She is survived by her children Michael Neary, William Neary, Lisa Chasan and her husband Brad, David Neary and his wife, Mal, and Kevin Neary and his wife Isabel. She was the loving grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Brenda worked at Merri Lane gifts for many years. She enjoyed painting and collecting Hummels. Brenda was also skilled at cake decorating and enjoyed baking cookies for others each Christmas. Brenda loved socializing with her family and friends. She was formerly a member of the Red Hat Society. She was caring and thoughtful and was always seeking ways to help others. She is remembered for her fun summer barbecues with family over the years and her great sense of humor. Brenda was devout Catholic. Relatives & friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass, celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 600 Pleasant St., Malden on Tuesday November 18th at 10 AM followed by interment in Oak Grove Cemetery in Medford. Visiting hours have been respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her memory to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

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Kathy Camberlain

November 15, 2025

My Dear Brenda,

It´s still hard to believe that you´re gone. Every morning, I catch myself reaching for my phone to talk to you-just like we always did. Those little check-ins, the laughter, the stories, the simple "good morning"... they filled my days with such warmth. I miss them. I miss you.

I keep thinking about our girl days-shopping, wandering through stores without any real agenda, finding little treasures, and always ending the day with lunch and conversation that never seemed to end. Those moments were effortless and full of joy. You made even the simplest days feel special.

As Christmas approaches, I feel the quiet where your presence should be. We watched so many Hallmark Christmas movies together, predicting the endings, laughing at the cheesy moments, and loving them anyway. Those cozy days leading up to Christmas won´t ever feel the same, but I´ll cherish the memories we made with all my heart.

And oh, how we danced. The 50s music we loved-the songs that made us smile before the first note was even done playing. I can still picture us moving around the room, singing along, not caring about anything except the happiness of the moment. Those are memories I will replay forever.

Brenda, you weren´t just a friend-you were one of my best friends, one of the brightest parts of my life. I was so blessed to have you in my world. You brought light, laughter, comfort, and love into my days in a way that only you could.

I miss you deeply. I miss your voice, your spirit, your kindness, and the way you understood me so well. But I carry you with me-in the music we loved, the traditions we shared, and the countless memories you left behind.

Thank you for being such a beautiful part of my life. Until we meet again, my dear friend... I´ll be holding you in my heart.

With all my love,
Kathy Camberlain

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