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Maria Flanders Obituary
formerly of Stow, MA - of Burlington, CT, entered into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, April 14, 2018. She is survived by her loving husband, David Flanders; their children: Ryan, Zachary, Bella, and David Flanders; her mother, Catherine Olohan of Stow, MA; five brothers: William Olohan and wife Michelle, Thomas Olohan and wife Jane, Daniel Olohan and wife Mary Kate, John Olohan and wife Molly, Ryan Olohan and wife Anne; her sisters: Catherine Kelly and husband William, Sheila Beirne and husband Gerard, Margaret Sweatman and husband Thomas; and many nieces and nephews. Maria was predeceased by her father, William Olohan, her brother Michael Olohan, and niece Sheila Catherine Beirne.
Maria was born March 22, 1979, in Worcester, MA, and spent her formative years in Stow, MA. Always vivacious, passionate, and beautiful, with artistic sensibilities, Maria brought humor and laughter into every gathering. A uniquely gifted musician and vocalist, Maria majored in music at Providence College. She shared her vocal gifts in the theater and through performances at weddings and other venues to include as a cantor where she was renowned for magnificent performances of sacred liturgical compositions. Her renditions of Irish ballads brought her Irish father and family tremendous joy and pride. Maria was a beloved Performing Arts teacher in the towns of Stow and Berlin, MA, and later at the Wellesley Middle School in Wellesley, MA. Maria is greatly loved and dearly missed.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 23, at St. Bridget's Catholic Church, l Percival Street, Maynard, MA, with burial to follow in St. Bridget's Cemetery, Great Road, Maynard. There are no funeral home visiting hours. Those who wish may make memorial gifts to the charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be placed at http://www.actonfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3484713/Flanders-Maria%20Teresa%20(Olohan)%20/obituary.php
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Michael McGuire
April 21, 2018
Maria was my music teacher at Wellesley Middle School. She was incredibly kind and positive, a gifted vocalist and musician, and a wonderful teacher. I am forever grateful that our paths crossed, and my deepest condolences go to her family and friends.
April 21, 2018
With deepest sympathy may you find comfort and peace knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you in your time of grief. John 14:1 Do not let your heart be troubled have faith in God.
April 20, 2018
Very sorry for the lost of your loved one May God the hearer of prayers comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength. 2 cor. 1:4
April 20, 2018
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Diane and Carl Haarmann
April 18, 2018
My husband and I worked with the marvelous Olohan children and their parents in their many years at Nashoba. Maria was very specialas sweet as she was beautiful and talented. We are heartbroken to hear of her passing. Please accept our most sincere sympathy. A light has gone out in the world.
Diane and Carl Haarmann
April 17, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
April 17, 2018
May God give the family the strength to carry on at this difficult time. Psalms 29:11. (JJ). Asheville, NC.
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