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2021
Mary Riordan Obituary
Grafton, MA - Mary Lee Riordan, age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 30, 2021, with grace, dignity, and courage. Beloved wife of Michael J. Riordan for 57 years; loving mother of Thomas W. Riordan, Laurie L. Riordan, daughter in-law Pamela Riordan, sisters in-law Joan Belanger and Maryanne Mershon as well as many nieces and nephews. She enjoyed bird watching, flowers, the ocean, painting, puzzles, and above all loved spending time with her wonderful family and friends.
There are no services scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers, please donate to ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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September 3, 2021
The 1960 class of North High School remember their classmate Mary Cole Riordan and send condolences to her family.
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