Mary "Marie" Barry
05/06/1927 - 08/01/2012
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Obituary For Mary "Marie" Barry
Mary E. "Marie" (Smith) Barry, 85 of Rockland died at her home on August 1, 2012 surrounded by her family and cared for by the Hospice of the South Shore. She was born in Arisaig, Nova Scotia, daughter of the late Angus and Catherine (MacDonald) Smith and was raised and educated there.
She attended Normal School after high school to attain her teacher's certification and taught for the local schools before moving to the United States in 1949. For 15 years, Mary had been employed at Pneumatic Scale Co. in Quincy.
Her most celebrated work was that of being a wife, mother and grandmother. Renowned for her baking skills she treated family and friends to many delights of her making. An avid and proficient bowler, she participated in the Tuesday League at Timberlane's in Abington. Mrs. Barry had also been an active communicant of Holy Family Church in Rockland serving as a Eucharistic Minister and formerly a member of the Mother's Club.
She is survived by her husband of 49 years, John F. Barry and her children, Karen M. Barry of Rockland, Charles E. Barry of Wrentham, and Ann M. Barry of Mansfield, Joanne M. Daley of Plymouth, Thomas J. Barry of N. Attleboro and Daniel J. Barry of Plymouth. She was the sister of John A. Smith of Nova Scotia and the grandmother of Kathryn Barry, Matthew Daley, Andrew Barry, Trevor Barry, Skyler Barry, Lucas Barry, Dylan Barry, Riley Barry and Marco Barry-Welt.
The Barry family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate her life on Friday August 3. 2012 from 5-8 PM in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. Rockland. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday August 4, 2012 at 9:00 AM in Holy Family Church. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery. Donations in her name may be made to Hospice of the South Shore, 30 Reservoir Park Dr. Rockland, MA 02370.
Services
Visitation
17:00 PM - 20:00 PM
Mass of Christian Burial
09:00 AM
Interment
10:15 AM
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05/25/2021
just did a search for Marie on google and learned of her death. the last time I saw her was at the farm in Arisaig. my father was Peter Smith.My condolences to all of her family.
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05/25/2021
just did a search for Marie on google and learned of her death. the last time I saw her was at the farm in Arisaig. my father was Peter Smith.My condolences to all of her family.
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05/25/2021
I took care of Mary for a short time at southshore rehab she was a wonderful lady my heart goes out to her daughter and husband . Rip mary
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05/25/2021
Hi Chuck, I was speaking with Freddy yesterday when he told me of your loss. I want to extend my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. God bess her! Rick Huegel
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05/25/2021
We have many fond memories of Mary with my mother catching up on local gossip or stories about their children. Mary had a kind, gentle heart and a great laugh and smile. She helped my mother and all of us settle into Rockland after a bad divorce. Mary helped my mother see there was life after divorce. She helped us erase many years of bad memories with laughter and kindness. We were all lucky and blessed to know Mary and her family. You are irreplaceable Mary. Be at peace and have fun catching up with my mother. Tell her I said hi and miss her every day. Patty Scopelleti
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05/25/2021
Marie was a true lady and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. My condolences to John and all the family.RIP my friend♥
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05/25/2021
Joanne and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. Michelle Carlson
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05/25/2021
Even though it has been several years since I have seen Mary, I will never forget her giving spirit, her unconditional love and all that she gave of herself to me and my daughter Lynne. Soar on wings Ma - God Speed. Much Love - Dianna
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05/25/2021
I'm so sorry for your family's loss Joanne
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05/25/2021
To my other mother, I thank you for all the memories , laughter, her contagious smile, for making me her 7th child all those years, her awesome hugs she gave me when she saw me, her famous whoopie pies, apple pies , molasses cookies- the list is endless!!!! This MA was an amazing women, I thank you for all your uncondional love, you will be missed!!!! love ya to the moon and back!!!! Karen, Charles, Ann, Joannne, Tom, Dan, and Pa, thank you for sharing Ma with me all these years I am so grateful for having her in my life !!! Her spirit , charm and warm embrace I remember her and see all your faces . A Mother's love never ever dies. Just look for it in your CHILDREN'S EYES!!!! Love You All!!! Nancy XOXOXO
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05/25/2021
Love you Ma
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05/25/2021
Love you Mom RIP.
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05/25/2021
Even though I didn't know her well I still know that she was the greatest woman to step foot on this earth!
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