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MaryEllen McKenna

08/13/1936 - 12/22/2012

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Obituary For MaryEllen McKenna

MaryEllen (Bowser) McKenna, 76 of Rockland and South Yarmouth, died at her home on December 22, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Medford and was raised and educated in Arlington. She was a graduate of Mount St. Joseph High School in Brighton and Boston State College.

Mrs. McKenna had resided in Rockland for many years where she was formerly a member of the Holy Family Mothers Club. She retired many years ago as an office manager at the Architectural Offices of Richard H. Wallwood. MaryEllen has made her home in South Yarmouth for the past 8 years.

Wife of the late Vincent McKenna, she is survived by her children Carolyn (McKenna) Plant and her husband Lawrence of Rockland, Denise McKenna of Rockland, Michael McKenna and his wife Jacqueline of Dedham, Brian McKenna and his wife Kimberly of Dedham, Stephen McKenna and his wife Jaime of South Attleboro. Grandmother of Morgan, Molly, and Madison McKenna of Dedham, Kayla, Matthew and Ryan McKenna of Dedham, and Charley, Cole, and Brody McKenna of South Attleboro. Sister of Catherine Bowser of Arlington, Michael and Regina Bowser of Chelmsford/Merrimack NH, Charles and Denise Bowser of Sudbury/Plymouth. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

The McKenna family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate her life on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 2012 from 5-8 PM in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. Rockland. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 28, 2012 in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery in W. Roxbury. Donations in her name may be made to the Hope Hospice 765 Attucks Lane Hyannis, MA 02601.

Services

27 Dec

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
28 Dec

Mass of Christian Burial

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
28 Dec

Interment

11:00 AM

St. Joseph's Cemetery W. Roxbury, MA Get Directions »
28 Dec

Reception

12:00 PM

Norfolk Golf Club 166 East Street Westwood, MA Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

    Louise and John Rudolph

    Our thoughts are with you. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. John and Louise Rudolph

  • 05/25/2021

    Brian and Michael Murphy

    Dear Mike, We’re very sorry to hear the sad news about your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the McKenna family during this difficult time. Sincerely, The Murphys (from Scituate MA and Dallas TX)

  • 05/25/2021

    Laureen Walsh

    Dear denise and family, May you have fond memories to share of your Mom's great devotion and many acts of kindness to each of you. God Bless all of you. Laureen

  • 05/25/2021

    Sally Lajoie

    Steve: I know that no words can come even remotely close to healing the pain that you feel. My heart goes out to you in this difficult time. Remember that you are not alone in this grievous journey. You have the support and strength of your family to get you through this. Your little children need you now, more than ever. Be there for them, and be there for yourself. The only way to get past this, is to face it. And repetitive though it may seem, time is indeed the best healer. So give yourself some time, and then begin afresh. The world is still beautiful, and is still waiting for you.

  • 05/25/2021

    Kerry (Flaherty) Rau

    Steve, Brian and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Hold on to all the great memories you have, they will help you get through. Kerry

  • 05/25/2021

    Joelle Remlinger

    Brian, Stephen, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I too recently lost my mother. I know hard it is especially this time of year. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • 05/25/2021

    Debbie Hartman

    To Steve and the rest of the McKenna Family, My thougts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all. Debbie Hartman Ranpak Corp

  • 05/25/2021

    Scott Javins

    My prayers are with you and your family Steve. May you take comfort in all the good memories and the love shared. God bless.

  • 05/25/2021

    Donn Heikkila

    Steve, Brian, and the rest of McKenna Family, Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. Donn

  • 05/25/2021

    Sandy Hill

    Denise & Family, My deepest sympathies to all of you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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