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Mary Proulx Obituary
Worcester - Mary Jane A. Proulx, 89, formerly of Canterbury Towers,
Worcester died August 28, 2013 in Beaumont Skilled Nursing Center, Worcester.
She leaves her brother, Albert J. Proulx and his wife, Carol of Shrewsbury; two sisters, Florence E. Rivard of Worcester and Therese D. Porcaro and her husband Joseph of Boylston. She also leaves 7 nieces. Mary Jane was predeceased by her parents, Bruno and Clara (Descoteaux) Proulx and a brother Jean Proulx and she was also predeceased by 3 nieces.
Mary Jane was a secretary 37 years for the College of the Holy Cross and retired in 1989. She was a longtime member of St. Joseph Church now known as Holy Family Parish and had been a member of the former Saint Anthony's Church. She was an active member of the Secular Order of Franciscans and was a founding member of the Associate's of the Little Franciscans Sisters of Mary. She was also a member of the Third Order of St. Francis. Mary
Jane was talented in knitting and all aspects of crafts. She was a very giving woman and was loved by all who knew her, friends and family alike. The family would like to thank the staff at Beaumont for the compassion and care given to Mary Jane during her stay with them.
According to her wishes there are no calling hours. Mary Jane's funeral Mass will be held on Friday Sept.6, 2013 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph Church, 35 Hamilton St. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Abby's House, 52 High St., Worcester, MA., 01609. DIRSA-MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 298 Grafton St., has care of the arrangements. www.worcesterfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Proulx
September 7, 2013
Mary Jane we will think of you every day and know you are up in heaven watching over us. Love you.
Al and Carol
Jay Rivard
September 4, 2013
Will miss you Mary Jane.
Linda Markey
September 3, 2013
This morning I gazed up at the Prayer Shawl you gave me a couple of years ago, that I bring with me everywhere because it is magick. I thought of you & wondered how you were faring since you were so sad when I saw you a few weeks ago. It broke my heart because you were always healing other's hearts. At least I had the good fortune to see you & give you one last hug. I'm full of sorrow at your passing, but your trials are over...& if you see my Dad, give him a hug! You'll be in my heart always. - linda
September 3, 2013
Mary Jane ,I remember working at the St.Francis home with her lovley woman.Very kind and gentle.May God Bless You.
September 3, 2013
Mary Jane we know you are in heaven. We will miss you and we LOVE you. Duncan and Zach Hastings
walter & Donna Tozeski
September 1, 2013
albert & carol family,
albert sorry to have
heard of the passing of your sister of mary jane we send our prayers and condolonce to your family
walter donna tozeski
Ellen McGlynn
September 1, 2013
MaryJane You were an inspiration to all who knew you
You will be missed by all but never forgotten
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