Mary Josephine McGirr

McGirr, Mary Josephine
LOUDONVILLE - Mary J. McGirr, 80, passed away October 14, after a short illness. Born in England, Mary lived in Ireland before coming to the United States in 1983. She and her husband Eamonn, a well-known Irish entertainer, operated a seasonal pub on Cape Cod before relocating to the Capital Region. Mary and Eamonn owned the very popular Irish pub and restaurant, appropriately called Eamonn's, in Loudonville. Mary never sought the limelight, but customers and friends were captivated by her engaging personality and sweet way. Mary, Eamonn and their daughter, Mareena hosted Siena Colleges' WVCR88.3 Radio Show, "Proud to be Irish" for close to 27 years.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Mareena, of Loudonville; her sister, Margaret, of Melbourne, Australia; and sister-in-law, Kristine, and her nieces, Kay, Carolyn, Rachael and Claire. She was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Majorie Tattersall; her husband, Eamonn McGirr; and brother, George Tattersall.
Friends are invited to a visitation Monday, October 20 from 10 to 10:30 a.m., in St Pius X Church's Chapel, 23 Crumitie Rd., Loudonville with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated immediately following.
Mary will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Albany Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Mary's memory to the Center for Disability Services Foundation, 314 South Manning Blvd., Albany, N.Y. 12208. We recommend using www.brycefuneralhome.com to share or send condolences, light a candle or for service directions.