Passed away peacefully on December 19th, 2023. She leaves behind her partner, Gerry, and was predeceased by her beloved husband, Michael in 2008. Mary is survived by her children, Michael (Sharon) and Colleen (Paul), and her grandchildren, Michael J.J., Shauna, Patricia, Gillian, Katherine, Maureen, and great granddaughter, Aeva.
Born on December 22nd, 1934 in Kilmore Ireland, Mary was the eldest of 14. At age 18, she boarded a passenger steamship and headed to Canada, settling permanently in Windsor, Ontario where she would meet the love of her life, Mike, at a Masonic Temple dance 3 years later.
A passionate writer, Mary earned a degree in English Literature from the University of Windsor. She wrote and published several novels. Her novel titled Morna was her proudest creative accomplishment.
Visitation on Friday, December 22, 2023 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at Anderson Funeral Home, 895 Ouellette Avenue (519-254-3223). Burial Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Share memories at www.andersonfuneralhomewindsor.com