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Mary Brunton Obituary
Born Dec. 21, 1934, in Dunmore, daughter of the late Patrick and Julia Kelly Clarke, she was a member of Christ the King Church, Dunmore, since its founding in 1949. She was a graduate of Dunmore High School and, upon graduation, she was employed by the Bell Telephone Co., Scranton, as a business service representative. She was later employed by the Diocese of Scranton, where she served as communications secretary to then- Bishop John O'Connor until his departure to New York City. She worked at the diocesan chancery until her retirement.
Mary was a member of the Christ the King Altar and Rosary Society and its Quilting Club for many years. She was most recently a member of the Theresians of Scranton and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. She was also a volunteer with Meals on Wheels and the St. Joseph's Center Auxiliary.
The family would like to thank Dr. Kristin Liptock, Dr. Terrence Lenahan and the caregivers of Hospice of the Sacred Heart and Hospice Community Care for their care and kindness.
She passed away peacefully on Friday.
Also surviving are a son, Thomas Brunton, Scranton; a daughter, Katie Holstrom and husband, Daniel, Yardley; three grandchildren, Timothy, Kelly and Christina Holstrom; a sister, Gertrude Sheridan, Dunmore; a brother, Thomas Clarke, Scranton; a sister-in-law, Margaret Clarke, Boston; several nieces and nephews.
She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Patrick Clarke, Gerald Clarke and James J. Clarke; three sisters, Christina Butler, Julia Kays and Catherine Keirnan; and a nephew, James J Clarke Jr.
The funeral will be Wednesday from the Thomas J. Golden Funeral Home, 2004 Delaware St., Dunmore, with Mass at 10 a.m. in Christ the King Church, Quincy Avenue, Dunmore. Interment, Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral.
Friends may call Tuesday, 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may go St. Joseph's Center, 2010 Adams Ave., Scranton, PA 18509.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Brunton
Joseph Durkin
March 4, 2009
Tom, I was out of the country and upon my return heard the sad news of Mary's passing. As you know we go back a long way in the "Patch", God bless you and the entire family.
Monsignor Tressler
February 18, 2009
Dear Mr. Brunton,
Please accept my deepest expression of sympathy on the death of Mary. I have many fond memories of her and our days working in the Tribunal Office of the Diocese of Scranton. I am sorry that I was away for her viewing and could not stop by personally. Be assured that she is remembered in my prayers.
God Blesss
Sincerely,
Monsignor David L. Tressler
Al, Tricia, Jon and AJ Jones and Sue Dougherty
February 18, 2009
To the Brunton/Holstrom Family:
Our sincerest sympathies go out to your family at this most difficult time. May you be able to remember all of the happy memories you created with Mary so you can celebrate her life and find peace in her death. You are in our prayers.
michael mandarano
February 17, 2009
To the Bruntons,
My deepest sympathy to all of you at the loss of your beloved mother, wife and grandmother. Please be assured of my continual prayers for all of you during this most difficult time. I am filled with emotion now, remembering how wonderful of a woman she was to all of us. She always made us feel at home when we visited.
Paul Zadrozny
February 17, 2009
My deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Golden
February 16, 2009
Tom,
I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. As you know, we were very good friends years ago.
Jim Winger
February 16, 2009
My deepest condolences for the Brunton family. I have but fond memories of Mary & her family.
martin kelly
February 16, 2009
Dear Tom:
Nancy and I are so sorry for the lose of your dear Mary. We remember you both warmly.
Marty and Nancy
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