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Mary E. Volonino

11/20/1947 - 09/15/2014

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Obituary For Mary E. Volonino

Mary E. Volonino (Eastman),66, of Rockland, died on September 15, 2014 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Hull, daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Keck) Eastman. Mary was raised and educated in Hull, graduating from Hull High School. She earned an Associates degree from Fisher College, a Bachelors Degree from Bridgewater State College, and a Masters Degree from Wheelock College. Mary worked for many years at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, as well as a School Teacher in several South Shore school districts and most recently as a Professor at Quincy College. Mrs. Volonino's greatest passion was her boundless love for her husband Michael and family. She created many lifetime memories with her scrapbook creations. She was very giving of her time helping fellow cancer patients through their battles with their disease. She founded prayer shawl ministries both in Marshfield, and in her Leisure Woods neighborhood of Rockland.

She is survived by her sisters, brothers and spouses; Chere Marcotte, Anne and Tom O'Reilly, Fran and Wally Larosee, Gerri and Frank Reid, Michael and his wife Nancy and Frank (Skippy) Eastman. Also her sisters-in-law Joanne Delpapa and her fiance Michael, Marianne Batson and her husband John and brother in law Peter Volonino. In addition Mary is survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends. Mary is also survived by her dear dog Lady, and lifelong close friends Dawn Williams and Betty Triner.

Mary's family invites friends and loved ones to celebrate her life at Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street, Rockland, MA on Friday September 19, 2014 from 5:00-8:00 PM. Her funeral will begin at 8:00 AM at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will follow in the Holy Family Church in Rockland at 9:00 AM. Burial will take place in the Holy Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dana Farber Jimmy Fund Walk at www.jimmyfundwalk.org/2014. For directions or to leave a memory on Mary's Tributes Page, please visit www.magounbiggins.com

Services

TBD

Interment

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
19 Sep

Funeral Service

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
20 Sep

Funeral Mass

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, 02370 Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

  • 05/25/2021

    My prayers and loving thoughts go out to. Michael and the family. We will always remember the fun times and the Elvis parties. Rip miss Mary. Xoxo. Alice.

  • 05/25/2021

    Mary Elizabeth my sista from another mother. We laughed, we cried, we made time fly my sister and I. Sleep well my little Chickadee. Your big sista, BettyJ

  • 05/25/2021

    My deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Mary. Sending thoughts of comfort and love to the Volonino family.

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael, Stan and I are very sorry for the loss of you wonderful wife and best friend...MARY....she's now in heaven..everyone who knew Mary will always remember her large, kind, and caring heart.

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael and family... With condolences on your loss and with thoughts and prayers from the Batson family in CA. With love to all. Dave, Karen, Kathie, Donna, Emily and Caroline

  • 05/25/2021

    At a time like this, friends want to share the sorrow that you feel and let you know their caring is so very warm and real... And so, whatever help and comfort friendship now can be, it's yours today with warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy.

  • 05/25/2021

    Mary - my sister - may you find rest in heaven under God's loving care. I will miss you. You were a very caring person and a good sister. I enjoyed so much the prayer cards and books I bought for you over the years. I hoped they inspired you as much as they did me. Michael, May God give you the strength to go forward. You have been incredibly tremendous in being there for my sister thru all the trials she has been through - the surgeries, cancer treatments and trips to the hospital all hours of the day. Seeing the way you were there for her the last weeks while I visited reminded me so much of the way my Dad took care of my Mom. May you find comfort in you did anything and everything for Mary during her life here on earth. We have only the good memories and Love she left us all. Your love for each other reminds me of the my favorite verse (I Cor 13): There are in the end three things that last: Faith, Hope and Love. And the greatest of these is Love. Love, Skip

  • 05/25/2021

    "Michael and family...so sorry to hear of your lovely wife's passing...I know how hard this is and will be for you...she will always be in your heart and memories"..........

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael sorry Mary passed and I will miss her so much. I loved her very much and she always said to me god sent you to me and I would say no Mary he sent you to me.

  • 05/25/2021

    My Dearest Brother Michael, During this difficult time, know that you are not alone in your sadness - many hearts are with you, sharing in your pain.....May the Love of God and your Family & Friends help you through this sad and difficult time. We all Loved Mary... God Bless us All.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael: We are so sorry to hear about Mary! Mary was such a loving person! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

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  • 05/25/2021

    Michael, I am so sorry for your loss. Mary was a very loving, generous and caring person. She was always thinking of others before herself. So many people have benefited from her beautiful shawls. She made beautiful cards for others and I will truly treasure the cards she gave me. My prayers are with you.

  • 05/25/2021

    I will miss you everyday I will love you forever Thank you for being my friend and inspiration to always strive to make each day count To be kind and forgiving and a you've made me a better person and Mother

  • 05/25/2021

    I woke up this morning and the sun was not as bright because you were not there. My heart is truly broken but I am thankful that your pain and suffering has finally ended . I not only love you with all my heart and soul but will love you "always and forever" I not only loved you but truly admired you for the way you lived your life, always there to help others in similar situations putting their needs before your own. You are my hero Mary Elizabeth Bernadette Eastman Volonino. "you are my sunshine, my only sunshine" Your loving husband Michael

  • 05/25/2021

    Auntie Mary was a wonderful individual. Words cannot describe her kindness towards others. She will be missed by many, but we all know she is safe and free of pain and suffer. Uncle michael, I love you so much, and am very sorry for your loss. She now looks down on us and is a new guardian angel. May you know she is always with you. Remember all of the wonderful times that you got to share with her. We all love you so much. Stay strong and God Bless.

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael,You are in our thoughts and prayers .Philip & Lynne Scannell

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to the Eastman and Volonino Families. May your memories last forever. Take care, John and Mary Adams

  • 05/25/2021

    "Michael, I am so sorry for your loss. Mary was such a great person, she will live in my memories forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.

  • 05/25/2021

    Mike, we all share in your sorrow. Your friends are here for you. Anyone who knew Mary knew that she was a very special person and will be sorely missed. But at least there is a new star in the heavens, now.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry for your loss. The Bible makes this promise, "your dead ones will live...they will rise up" (Isa 26:19). May your family find comfort during this difficult time.

  • 05/25/2021

    So very sorry for your loss. Mary was one of a kind-She was able to overcome so many obstacles in her lifetime. You were both fortunate to have shared the love that you had. May she rest in peace-and Michael I hope you find peace knowing that the love of your life is no longer suffering.

  • 05/25/2021

    Mary, You have always been so kind, caring, loving and forgiving. No matter what anyone said or did you always forgave them and said you didn't have time for the nonsense. For a long time I didn't understand how you could forgive all the time so easily however I have learned from a very good teacher and I now know how. My tears that flow for you today are the tears of joy, love and laughter. We have had so many wonderful times together and those are the memories I will always hold dear. You will be forever in my heart, thoughts and prayers. I love you so much and miss you terribly. Thank you for all the good times. Love, Geraldine

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael, words cannot express my sorrow on the passing of Mary. I will always cherish the friendship we shared. She was a remarkable lady who gave so much to everyone she encountered. Love and prayers for you at this sad time. Jean

  • 05/25/2021

    Michael, I am so very sorry for your loss. Mary was an incredible woman and it certainly was my blessing to know her. Her suffering is over and her light shines brightly. Ruth

  • 05/25/2021

    Mary was a beautiful person who always gave everything she had and often more than she had. Whatever the need, Mary always said "yes!", even when it would have been better for her to say "sorry, no". She was so generous, so determined, so inspiring. I am very sad to loose my friend but I take comfort knowing I now have such a powerful guardian angel looking out for me.

  • 05/25/2021

    Mike and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. To have shared your life with such a beautiful person is such a blessing.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am very sorry for the loss of your devoted wife, Mary. I went to Hull High with Mary. She was such a sweet, kind & caring girl. I was amazed when she organized the reunion at Leisurewoods with the Elvis impersonator. We had such a fun night! You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers so that in time your grief will lessen. Sincerely, Kathy Dunphy Connelly

  • 05/25/2021

    Mike, so very sorry for the loss of your wife. Sorry I can't make the service but you are in my thoughts.

  • 05/25/2021

    Mike we are very sorry for your loss. Mary was a special person and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • 05/25/2021

    Micheal I am so sorry to hear of Mary passing she was such a kind and loving person and loved by all who knew her and will be sadly missed by family and friends

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