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Mary Spasaro Obituary
She leaves her husband of 55 years, Joseph A. Spasaro, Sr.; 4 sons: Joseph A. Spasaro, Jr. of Worcester, Dennis P. Spasaro of Worcester, Francis D. Spasaro, his wife Diane and their children Ryan and Nicole all of Southbridge, James M. Spasaro and his step-daughter Ashley of Worcester; a brother: Michael Flynn and his wife Patricia of East Greenwich, RI; many nieces and nephews. Three brothers, Patrick, David and Thomas Flynn, all predeceased her. She was born and raised in Worcester, daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Power) Flynn, and was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy.
Mary worked as a nurse's aide at the former Salisbury Nursing Home for many years.
She was a long-time member of St. Bernard's Church, now known as Our Lady of Providence Parish, where she enjoyed both volunteering as well as playing at the weekly church bingo. "Mom" was known for her caring heart and the open way she welcomed everyone into her home. She enjoyed dancing, cooking, traveling with her husband, as well as vacations and various activities with her grandchildren.
CALLING HOURS will be from 3 to 6 P.M. on SUNDAY, DEC. 12 in KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 154 Lincoln St. A FUNERAL MASS will be held at 10 A.M. on MONDAY, DEC. 13 in St. BERNARD'S CHURCH, 228 Lincoln St. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery.
The Spasaro family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at Autumn Village for the wonderful manner they provided care for "Mom".
The family suggests donations in memory of Mary be made to the Catholic Restoration Apostolate, c/o St. Vincent Hospital, 123 Summer St., Worcester, MA 01608. Directions and condolence book available at:
www.kellyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Spasaro
robin generelli
December 14, 2010
dear fran and family you are in my prayers may the lord get you all through this trying time
Dena Caron
December 14, 2010
I'm so sorry I couldn't be there to say good-bye, and I am so glad I got the chance to see her a few weeks ago. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.
Nancy Swett
December 13, 2010
Fran,
My sincere condolence in the passing of your mother.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
carol goodrich
December 11, 2010
our thoughts and prayers go out to joe sr.and his sons.from the goodrich family.
Rita Hocker
December 11, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your time of grief.
My heartfelt sympathy goes to the Spasaro family.
Anthony Petrone & Family
December 10, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Heather Reddick
December 10, 2010
Words can not express how deeply sorry I am. The last few months have been tough but as always you all stood by her side each and every day. You have blessed with a wonderful and caring Mother. Cherish the memories.
Michelle Howe
December 10, 2010
Mr. Sparsaro, Joe, Denny, Fran and Jim I was saddened to hear of your Mother's passing. As you already know she was a remarkable woman whom I loved so much. My Mom treasured her friendship and I am forever grateful for all her love and support. She will be missed - Much love, Michelle (Tashjian) Howe xo
Diane Hehir
December 10, 2010
To all the Spasaro family, I send my deepest sympathy. I was not only a friend to Mary’s boys back in the day, but I also worked with your Mom at Salisbury Nursing Home, oh so many years ago. She was a wonderful Mom and Lady. May you find comfort in remembering what a wonderful Wife, and Mother, women your Mom was, as I remember she was quite funny too!
Sincerely,
Diane (Duquette) Hehir
Karin Smith
December 10, 2010
The All the Spasaro Family,
So sorry to hear of Ma Spa's passing. What beautiful, loving and caring woman she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead.
I have many fond memories of her love and support that I will always carry in my heart.
Much Love and Blessing,
Karin
Brenda Bombard
December 10, 2010
Our hearts are with you always. The memories we all have of your mom will as we grew up will stay with us forever. She was an amazing woman! ~Brenda Bombard & Family
Evelyn Claudio
December 10, 2010
Fran, my prayers are with you and your family.....
December 10, 2010
Franny and family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Martha Wright
Valerie urekew(goodrich)
December 10, 2010
Jimmy and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you please accept our sincere sympathies in your time of need May God Bless You and Your Family Today and Everyday.
love Valerie,Timothy and Jonathan
William
December 10, 2010
My Prayers to Shrimpo & your Family. May the great mystery in the sky greet your mom with open arms. Much Love & Respects . Billy
December 10, 2010
To the Spasaro family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in remembering a wonderful lady. As I remember Mary she was full of spunk dealing with all of her "boys".
Helen O'Neill
Diane Marino
December 10, 2010
Jimmy and family: my sincerest sympathies on your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Diane (Anderson) Marino
Angelo Mirabile
December 10, 2010
She is at peace! My condolences to the Spasaro Family.......Angelo Mirabile, SVH
December 10, 2010
Fran & family, Please accept my condolences in the passing of your mother. May fond memories be a source of comfort to you all at this time.
Sincerely,
Joan M (Latino) Perna
Gerry Card
December 9, 2010
Rest In Peace MOM until we meet again..
Gerry/Debbie Card
December 9, 2010
To: Joe Sr./Joe/Dennis/Frannie/Jimmie
Many years have come and passed since the first meeting of your Mother Mary known as MOM to many of us. Always happy and always with a smile she was there when times were tough and we all needed a place to just hang around and have a good time. Your mom was a true friend to all the kids in the Greenhill Lincoln Street neighborhood. It is said that a person measure in life if not measured by how much they loved others but by how they were loved by others.This being said your MOM was truly loved and respected by all and will truly be missed by all/ Now her pain is gone and she has gone on to realms of high to exsperience the Peace and joy of the Heavens above. May she Rest in Peace in the Arms of Our Lord Jesus until we all do meet again. With our deepest sympathies we send our Prayers to all the friends Relatives and Family Members of Mary (MOM) Spasaro.
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