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“Dear Reenie and Debbie, so very sorry to hear about your Mom...She was a very nice lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families...Read More »
1 of 8 | Posted by: Catherine Benson - Worcester, MA

“Renee & Debbie, You have had a difficult time in the last six months. Remember the good times and know that your Mom is now at peace and in a better...Read More »
2 of 8 | Posted by: Doris & Mickey Metivier - MA

“Debbie and Reenie, May your happy memories of your Mom bring you comfort at this difficult time. You will be in our prayers and thoughts. Rachel...Read More »
3 of 8 | Posted by: Rachel & Tom Costello - Grafton, MA

“Reenie, you and your family are in my thoughts, I am so sorry for your loss, its comforting to think Judy is back with both Mom & Dad. My sympathy,...Read More »
4 of 8 | Posted by: Amy Quadagno - Millbury, MA

“Reenie and Debbie - Sorry to hear about your mom passing away. Did not hear about it until today from my mom. I want to wish you my deepest...Read More »
5 of 8 | Posted by: Chris Hohman - Apalachin, NY

“Your mom and I were close friends in our single days. In fact, she was a bridesmaid in our wedding. There were four of us who did just about...Read More »
6 of 8 | Posted by: marie quill - worcester, MA

“We are so sorry for your Mom passing, God bless and take care ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Michelle & Rita - CT

“Kasey, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Know that she is now with your mom and they will watch over you always...together. ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: the Dolat Family - Worcester, MA


GRAFTON: Margaret A. "Peg" (Kelley) McNamara, 79, passed peacefully March 3, 2011 surrounded by the love and care of her family. Her husband of 21 years Henry J. McNamara Jr. the first full time Chief of Police in Grafton passed in 1979. She is survived by her children, Debbie C. McNamara of Millbury, Reenie M. McNamara and her partner Gillian Sanders of Grafton; One brother, Francis "Buzz" Kelley and his wife Marion of North Hampton NH; Her son in law Bill Soucy of Worcester, Three grandchildren, Joseph Naikelis, Kasey and Billy Soucy; Two generations of nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends.She was predeceased by her daughter Judy Soucy (2010) and twin sisters, Maureen Leary and Kathleen Rano. Peg was born March 22, 1931 in Worcester the daughter of the late Francis B. and Mildred (Shea) Kelley. She graduated from Worcester South High School and has lived in Grafton 53 years. Mrs. McNamara first worked at Aetna Insurance Co. and then as a teller at Mechanics Bank (Worcester), Peoples Bank (Westborough) and Grafton Suburban Credit Union until retiring. She was a parishioner of St. James Church, a director of The Grafton Community Nursing Association, a Brownie and Girl Scout leader and an administrator of The Henry J. McNamara Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. Peg was a devoted Boston Red Sox fan and she enjoyed caring for birds, playing cards with her family and longtime friends. The family suggests you honor her with memorial donations in lieu of flowers to The Henry J. McNamara Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Grafton Credit Union, 86 Worcester St. N. Grafton MA 01536 or St. Jude Children's Hospital PO Box 3704, Memphis TN 38103. Funeral & Visitation The funeral will be Monday March 7th from THE RONEY FUNERAL HOME SOUTH GRAFTON CHAPEL 124 MAIN ST. SOUTH GRAFTON followed by the celebration of a Funeral Mass at 12:30 PM in St. James Catholic Church, 89 Main St.(Rt 122A) in South Grafton. She will then be laid to rest with her husband in Fairview Cemetery in South Grafton. The family will receive people Monday March 7th from 10:30 AM to 12 PM in the funeral home before her Funeral Mass