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Madeline Shea Obituary
SPENCER - Madeline A. (Driscoll) Shea, 93, passed away Friday, June 19, 2015 with her loving family by her side, at the Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester after a short illness. She was the wife of the late John J. Shea, Jr., who died in 1986.
She leaves her beloved children, Paul F. Shea and his wife Anne of West Boylston and their children Catherine, Casey and Mackenzie and Mary T. George and her husband Robert George, Sr. of Spencer and their children Robert Jr. and Timothy. In addition she leaves many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her brother, James Driscoll and sister, Mary Cahill.
Madeline worked in the Spencer School system for 15 years, retiring as a secretary at Lake Street School in 1986.
Born in Spencer, she was the daughter of James and Ann (McNamara) Driscoll. She was a graduate of David Prouty High School and a member of Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish.
Madeline loved to spend time with her family, enjoyed gardening and working around her home and reading.
The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at Jewish Healthcare Center for the compassionate care given Madeline during her short stay at the facility.
Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, June 24 from the J.HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Mary, Queen of the Rosary Church, 7 Church St., Spencer. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are Tuesday, June 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either McCauley Nazareth Home, 77 Mulberry St., Leicester, Ma. 01524 or Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury Street, Worcester, Ma. 01609.
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Lisa Johnson
June 22, 2015
My deepest condolences to Mary, Paul and families at this time, with the loss of your mom. She will be forever in my heart as one of the most loving people and one of our neighborhood mom's, who watched over us and made our childhood one to be treasured. In life, these are the things that matter most.
Lisa
June 22, 2015
Paul, Mary & Families - Our deepest sympathies to you in this difficult time. May the wonderful memories of your mother and grandmother provide you joy and comfort during these difficult times - Jon Backholm & Patty Mott
June 22, 2015
Paul, Mary and families, our deepest sympathies for your loss. She was one of the nicest people we ever met. Always sweet and kind. Or prayers are with you and may you always have wonderful memories.
Ralph and Ada Kay
June 21, 2015
To the Family of Madeline Shea we are all so very sorry for your loss your Mother and Grandmother she was a wonderful women so loving and caring and you will have wonderful thoughts and memories of her our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Heather Selah and Family, Beverly Glass, Robin Hilton and Family!
Janice Pawlowski
June 21, 2015
Madeline and I shared many a laugh when we shared my little Nash Rambler getting her and two kids to school each morning. A great neighbor and friend she is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheila Grant
June 20, 2015
My dear friend from West Main St. School. How I loved Mrs. Shea! She was so sweet and kind. I loved walking hand in hand with her while she had playground duty. My condolences to your family.
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