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Marion Bergin Obituary
WORCESTER - The funeral Mass for Marion (Finn) Bergin, 91, will be Saturday, April 5 at 11 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Church, 555 Pleasant St., Worcester. Her burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. Calling hours are Friday, April 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. Mrs. Bergin, a long-time educator and administrator, died Thursday, March 27.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Abby's House, 52 High St., Worcester, MA 01609.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marion Bergin
Ed Bennett
July 8, 2023
Marion has been on my mind as of late. Have been reflecting on my time at QCC, and I consider her a guardian angel.
Ed Bennett
June 10, 2021
I wish that I stayed in touch with her after she retired. Grateful to God for putting her in my life at that time.
Ed Bennett
June 9, 2021
I didn't know about Marion's passing until now. She's always in my thoughts. May her memory be eternal.
Ed Bennett
June 9, 2021
I will always have a special place in my heart for Marion. She's the one who hired me to work in the Learning Assistance Center at QCC. That was the start of a rewarding career at the college. Enjoyed our time together before she retired. She was a great storyteller with a witty sense of humor. Always approachable and personable. I miss her and think of her often. I have something to remember her by which I will always cherish and, of course, there's all the great memories.
God rest her soul.
Randall Volkert
August 18, 2014
Marion, we think a lot alike. Thank you for your kindhearted persistence in helping others. Thanks, also, for sending your fine son, Joseph, my way -- he has been a lifelong friend. Rest in God's ineffable embrace.
Mark LeClair
April 7, 2014
My thoughts and condolences go out to you and your families. Many good memories in the summer at the lake with us and the Finn's.
Jennifer Schwarzenberg
April 4, 2014
I first met Marion as a student at Quinsigamond Community College. She was my coordinator through Disability Services. I always struggled alot with school being a disabled student and there were even a lot of people that thought I would never get through school. Thanks to Marion assigning me this one tutor/notetaker named Ed I developed a passion for history and got my associates degree in general studies from Quinsig and then I also went on to Worcester State University and got my bachelor's degree in history and now thanks to an undergrad professor I had in history at WSU I am currently working towards a master's degree in history with the goal of becoming a history professor. But it will always be Marion that I will have to give credit too for giving me the right help as a student at QCC that first got me to the success I have now. Thank you Marion I will never forget you.
Harry Pappas
April 4, 2014
Dear Bergin Family: I was privileged to be your Mom's neighbor for the past 10 years. Her quiet smile and incisive conversations always lighted my day. She will be missed. My condolences to you all.
April 4, 2014
Dear Joe, Jamie and John,
Thinking of you and yours with the passing of your Dear Mom.
She was quite a lady !
God Bless,
Frank Cioffi
Tom "Gus" Rogers
April 3, 2014
I remember "Ma" Bergin as a force of nature. Even though it's been forty years since I last heard her voice, I can still hear it in my head. I am sure that Joe, Jamie and John Bergin have large holes in their hearts. My sincere condolences on your loss.
Ellen T Murley Mirarchi
April 2, 2014
I remember your mom's smile! Thoughts and prayers sent your way!
Linn Morrill
April 2, 2014
Marion continues to live in the light and in the hearts of those whom she touched with her wisdom and humor. She was an enlightened advocate for human dignity. Our world has been blessed by her presence.
Karen Flanagan Dowling
April 2, 2014
Dear "Joey, Jamie and Johnny" - I was so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. When I read the other entries I had to laugh when her whistle was mentioned! I, too, can still hear it. Summers on Lincoln Ave were always better after you arrived.
Eileen Kane
April 2, 2014
To Joe, James and John, so sorry for this great loss. I pray that all the memories you carry in your heart will warm your hearts and bring a smile to your face through the weeks and months ahead.
Bob McGinn
April 1, 2014
Joseph, John, and James,
I was privileged to know your mother when I was head counselor at Doherty H.S. in the 70's. She was not only a consummate professional, but a friend and mentor. She provided an oasis of stability during turbulent times.
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Peter Lahey
March 31, 2014
Marion Bergin left a mark on us all, all the children who grew up on Coolidge Rd and down at the end of Coombs. I don't think I knew what a strong, intelligent, independent woman was until I began to appreciate everything she accomplished, and that came after she was the surrogate mother of us all for the many years we played together outside and inside the Bergin house and after I had grown up. I can hear her penetrating whistle as I write this, I remember her voice. To understand what a remarkable woman this was, look at her three sons, and then look at all her "other children", the whole big crowd of us that gathered around the skirts of the Bergin household for all our childhood. None of us will forget her. May she rest in peace.
Charlene Poulos
March 31, 2014
To Marion's Family,
I feel so blessed that I was able to spend time with such a "special" lady and get to know her over the past year and a half. Our Friday mornings together in West Boylston always brightened my day.
I will miss her and remember her forever. My sincere sympathy.
Elaine and Russ Gordon
March 31, 2014
Our world will never feel the same without Marion in our life. Our American Mother who took us under her wing and loved us unconditionally. Her wisdom, grace and sense of humor will be missed. Our deepest Sympathies to John, Joe and Jamie. Love from Russ, Elaine, Lori and Shaun Gordon
Chelsea Haenn
March 31, 2014
Joseph, John, and James,
Your mother was an amazing woman. She always had great stories and taught me so much in the short time I knew her. She will always have a special place in my heart.
Jeannette Gould
March 30, 2014
John, Joe and Jamie, my thoughts and prayers are with all
of you. So glad your Mom and I got to spend some time together while I was in MA last summer.
david
March 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was special to my family. She will be missed by many. Love to you all.
Martha Dee
March 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was special to my family. She will be missed by many. Love to you all.
Richard Williamson
March 29, 2014
Johnny, Joe and Jamie- Your mom was like a second mother to all the the Newton Sq urchins who loved escaping to that dead end oasis on Coombs Road. Her kindness, fondue and open door policy will always be remembered with great fondness. RIP, Ma Bergin.
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