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Greeley, Mary E.

Mary Elizabeth (Phelan) Greeley a longtime resident of Norwood, and resident of West Roxbury passed away on September 17th at the Ellis Nursing Home in Norwood, she was 83.  Mary was born on May 5, 1927 to Thomas and Mary (Pendergast) Phelan.  Mary was a loving wife, mother and sister.  Her family reflects that: “Mary Greeley was a great person.  Our grandmother told us that a long time ago and it was true.  She was a teacher who really cared about her students and coworkers.  She was a loyal and dedicated friend to many.  Mary spent many hours with family and friends playing cards, attending local theater productions, enjoying trips near and far, but most of all, Mary enjoyed other people’s company.  Words people used to describe Mary Greeley are kind, thoughtful and caring.  She was a wonderful woman–never afraid to be her own person.  She will be greatly missed.”  Mary is predeceased by her husband, Martin J. Greeley.  She is survived by her children:  Martin J. Greeley and his wife Virginia of Mansfield, John C. Greeley and his wife Kelley Cronin of Sudbury, Thomas E. Greeley of Springfield, Elizabeth M. Greeley of Dedham, Marcia A. Greeley of West Roxbury, and Barbara A. Greeley.  She is also survived by her 3 grandchildren:  John, Matthew and Emily, as well as her brother Thomas A. Phelan of Norwood.  Visiting hours will be held MONDAY, September 20th from 4-8 PM at the Folsom Funeral Home 649 High Street, WESTWOOD.  Mary’s funeral will be held Tuesday, September 21st at 8AM at the funeral home, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9AM at St. Timothy’s Church, 650 Nichols Street, NORWOOD.  Interment will follow at the Highland Cemetery in Norwood.

Guestbook Entries

  1. Ted Czyrklis and Family
    September 18th, 2010 | 2:43 pm

    Greeleys,
    our sincre condolences.Your Mom is in a better place now.
    May she rest in peace.

  2. Sharon Valle
    September 19th, 2010 | 10:25 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.Mary was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed. I am happy I had the opportunity to care for her and meet such a nice family.

  3. Bobby Masotta
    September 19th, 2010 | 5:07 pm

    Marty & Family,

    So Sorry to Hear About Your Loss..My Prayers Are with You All..

  4. Patty Masotta
    September 20th, 2010 | 9:58 am

    Dear Marty and Family,

    I am so sad to hear of your loss. Our family extends the deepest sympathy to all of you.

  5. Vicki Woodson
    September 20th, 2010 | 2:40 pm

    Marty and Family,

    My thoughts are with you right now. I can’t imagine how it feels to loose a parent, but I do know how it feels to loose someone you love. Take it easy and know that you are in the thoughts of many!

  6. Vin Maffeo
    September 22nd, 2010 | 6:19 pm

    Marty and Family,

    I am deeply sorry for your loss. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you all.

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