Marianne Beatty

Marianne Beatty

Marianne Beatty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Brien Funeral Home - South Boston on Oct. 9, 2025.

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BEATTY Marianne of South Boston passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025 after an extended illness and a life of profound mental disabilities. She was the loving "special" daughter of the late Richard "Buster" and Mary "Mae" (Silvey) Beatty. Beloved sister of Karen (Beatty) McCart of South Boston and the late Michael Beatty. Adored aunt of Nicole McCart and Kristen (McCart) Markey and her husband David. Great aunt of Rose Markey. Predeceased by her beloved "Uncle Bubby" Long. Also survived by her dear aunts Pat Sances, Barbara Brissenden, and the late Jean Horgan and many uncles and cousins. Special thank you to the staff at Tewksbury State Hospital for their excellent care and kindness. Visitation in the O'Brien Funeral Home 146 Dorchester Street SOUTH BOSTON on Friday June 27th from 8:30-9:30am (private). Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Gate of Heaven Church, 615 East Fourth Street, South Boston at 10:00 A.M. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Interment will be private at Bourne Cemetery. For directions and guest book please visit www.obrienfunerals.com

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