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At Castle Funeral Home, 309 Lancaster Ave., Saint John, NB, CANADA, E2M 2L3. From June 22, 2015 2:00 PM to June 22, 2015 4:00 PM. Also from June 22, 2015 7:00 PM to June 22, 2015 9:00 PM.
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At Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, 360 Dufferine Row, Saint John, NB, CANADA, E2M 2J8. From June 23, 2015 12:00 PM to June 23, 2015 1:00 PM.
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Joseph A. Day posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 7, 2015
Dear family of Mary Kathleen Riley, It is with sadness that I have learned the news. Please accept my sincere condolences and deepest sympathies. My thoughts are with all of you. Regards, Senator Joseph A. Day
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David & Marjorie Gregg posted a condolence
Friday, June 26, 2015
Pat, we are very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take care.David & Marjorie Gregg,Mary-Claire & Gary
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Sally Cummings Rocmaura Foundation posted a condolence
Friday, June 26, 2015
Hi KarenI wanted to let you know we were thinking of you and are very sorry for your loss. Sending caring thoughts your way.
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Seonaid Ross posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Kathy and her Family ,I am thinking of you every day at this difficult time of painful loss of your dear mum. I shall remember her fondly with her wonderful sense of humour and her most positive outlook on life . Mary 's joy and generous personality will always be an inspiration to me. Kathy, may you find great comfort in your unrelenting devotion to your mum ,always and remember you are so very much like her in spirit and personality, which is a true blessing.May you find peace and love through your Catholic faith and know that Mary is with the angels .Love and Hugs,Seon
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Brenda A.M. Joyce posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Your Mom was a wonderful person and kind to my family.She will be pleased and busy in Heaven at her reunion with her family and friends who are there that she loves.From Heaven she will always be with you too.Thank you, Mary, for the good memories.Brenda A.M. Joyce
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Derrick Milburn posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dan,My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.My thoughts are with you,d
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Dave Dobson posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Karen,I was saddened to hear of your Mother's passing on Friday morning. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
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Carol O'Reilly posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
To all of the Riley family...so sad to learn of your Mom's passing! I met Mary many years ago and was always impressed by her warmth and hospitality! I really admired her...she was such a kind, loving wife and Mother! To Danny (who I probably know best), Kimberley, and young Dan, and Pat, and the rest of the Riley clan I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and my prayers at this most difficult time! You had her for 93 years...enjoy those memories and hold them close to your heart! xox
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The Union Club posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
The Board of Directors, Management, Staff and Members of The Union Club send sincere condolences to the family of Mary Kathleen Riley. Please know we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow with sympathy.
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Angela & Dylan Quinn posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
My grandmother was one of the sweetest, kindest and classiest ladies I've known. I will miss her greatly. I will always remember going to her house after church each Sunday for lunch and to catch up on week. Then play hide & seek(there is a ton of places to hide) with my sisters. At times watch my father & her play bridge. Watching as they played their game and talk about the week even as a young girl it made an impression on me even back then. A mother and her son. Now that I've grown and have a son of my own, I can only hope as time goes by that my son & I will be as close as that and have those special times that my grandchildren can watch.Although I'm sad for the families loss, she has had someone up there waiting for her for a very long time, the love of her life. I love you always xoAngela
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Marjorie Hammond posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
It was a great blessing to have met this wonderful person Her unique essence and joyous spirit brought great joy to all who met her.
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Shelley Rinehart posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Pat and FamilyPlease accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother. I hope that many happy memories or earlier days help make this difficult time a little easier for you
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Mary Beth Tanner and Your Friends at NMIO. posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dan and All the Riley Family;It is with much sorrow that we learned of your beloved mother's passing. Hold her in your hearts as you held her in your arms. She would be so very proud of your many accomplishments, especially for the truly excellent event that occurred the week of her passing in which Dan was a major organizer. Your excellences does her credit and a mother's pride is shining on you from her heavenly home.Blessings on you all.Mary Beth Tanner and NMIO
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Paul, Alice & Allison LeBlanc posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
To Dan, Pat, Kevin, Karen, Kathy and Families:We are so sorry to hear the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was such a dear, sweet, thoughtful and wonderful lady. Our neighbour was truly blessed by her presence. We miss her waving to us at the window and will miss our times together having tea, sweets and enjoying the little chats we had over the years. She has left us with broken hearts but every time we look out our window we will think of all the good times we shared and how blessed we were to have her in our life. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May she rest in peace. Love always.Paul, Alice & Allison LeBlancFriend and Neighbour
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Marilyn Grant posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Dan, Kathy, Kevin, Maura and family,So sorry to hear of your Mom's death. She was a great woman and a wonderful friend to our parents and family, especially our Mom, Hyla. We all have so many great memories of her at Dominion Park, entertaining at your family home and the bridge club. Her passing is like losing a member of our family. Be sure of my prayers for you all during this sad time. No doubt you will miss her greatly. Love,Marilyn Grant
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Eileen (Cole) Higgins posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Karen and all of Mary's family,please accept my sincere condolences. Mary leaves very fond memories a lovely , gracious lady.Eileen (Cole) Higgins.
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Steven Schweissgut posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
My sincere condolances to a very great lady from what I knewSteven Schweissgut
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Voula likourgiotis posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
To the Children of Mary Riely Dear Kathleen and family,My thoughts and prayers are with you at this deficault time,I am so glad to have said goodbye to this beautiful lady before I left.God bless her soul and give you courage.With our loveVoula and Theodore
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Betty Grant MacNeil posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Mary Riley and our mother, Hyla Grant, were friends for at least 65 years and when mom lost the ability to communicate toward the end of her life, she would still react when Mary visited - which she continued to do right up to the end of mom's life, always accompanied by Karen. Thank you Mary and thank you Karen - it is comforting to think of them together again, two beautiful women who really treasured one another. Betty Grant MacNeil
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Beatrice Park posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Love each other as I have loved you ....God's greatest commandment ! I have never heard a negative comment or a non welcoming sound from my friend Mary , she was all LOVE , truly an example to us . She has touched us with her love ,beauty , kindness, and twinkle in her eyes . How lucky I am to have known her and shared wonderful times with her for over fifty years .My condolences and love to the family - Mary's spirit will live on .
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Beatrice Park posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Love each other as I have loved you ....God's greatest commandment ! I have never heard a negative comment or a non welcoming sound from my friend Mary , she was all LOVE , truly an example to us . She has touched us with her love ,beauty , kindness, and twinkle in her eyes . How lucky I am to have known her and shared wonderful times with her for over fifty years .My condolences and love to the family - Mary's spirit will live on .
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Meg Cartwright & David Holton posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Karen and the entire Riley Family,Our deepest condolences to all seven of Mary's children. We have been deeply touched by the loss of our dear Mary. Each summer for 12 years we have visited and stayed with your Mom for several days. Each and every one of you have been blessed by having such a loving, kind and beautiful Mom. We have so many wonderful memories of playing cribbage and Skip-Bo and of course shopping when ever Mary was up to doing so. We were honored to spend time cooking, eating and laughing along with your Mom. Life for all of you will never be the same but with the love and memories that you all have of the worlds best Mom will help to heal your broken hearts.With sincere sympathy and love of your dear Mom.Meg (Fenton) Cartwright (cousin) and David Holton
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Carol & Jamie Olive posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Carol and Jamie send their condolences to the Riley family . Very sorry to hear the passing of your mom
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wendy grant posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
To all of Mary's family- I was so sorry to hear today of Mary's passing last Friday. For as long as I can remember and before, there have been "The Rileys" in our life. Mary had a liveliness and a sweetness about her, always with a smile and so kind. She was a wonderful friend to my mother attentive and caring, and Mum cherished her. My deepest sympathies to all of you. I wish I could be with you tomorrow, but will be thinking of you, and keep both your parents in my prayers. They were special to me Wendy
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Bob and Dale Keir posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Maura, so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult and sad time.
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Beth & Mike Brien posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Maura, Peter, Emma and Riley,Our sincere condolences as you mourn the loss of your mother and grandmother. The obituary was a lovely tribute to her life as women who truly knew how important her family was. May you find comfort in many fond memories of family times. Look forward to seeing you on the shore Maura, a wonderful place to reflect and find peace at this time.Sincerely,Beth & Mike
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Beth & Mike Brien posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Dear Maura, Peter, Emma and Riley,Our sincere condolences as you mourn the loss of your mother and grandmother. The obituary was a lovely tribute to her life as women who truly knew how important her family was. May you find comfort in many fond memories of family times. Look forward to seeing you on the shore Maura, a wonderful place to reflect and find peace at this time.Sincerely,Beth & Mike
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Libby(jennings)wayne stackhouse posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
On behalf of wane and myself love and prayers ,mary was such a great friend of Maribelle's and she along with maribelle and olive bowlin had a lot of great times Again our love and prayers to you all,keep her close to your hearts and she will always be with you ,libby wayne
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Rudy &Jean Ionides posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Dearest Kathy and Riley FamilyOur deepest condolences Kathy. I remember many lunches we had with Mom...she was a delight to be with always with a cute smile on her face.You were a wonderful daughter Kathy....this will give you peace of mind in the difficult days ahead.May God keep Mary close to him, and give you strength.With our love Kathy,Rudy & Jean
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Terry Mullaly posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
To Pat and the entire Riley FamilyI am so sorry to hear of your loss.I hope the wonderful memories that you hold will help get through these times.Terry Mullaly
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Jay Nicholson posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Dear Kathleen, Patsy and family,Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and my prayers are with all of you. Jay. (son of PJ Nicholson & Marion Horgan - the latter originally from Saint John and cousins to the Whellys).
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Doug & Denise Mackinnon posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Dear Kathleen and family: So sorry to hear about your mother's passing. We will always cherish the short time we had with your mother and family members last year. It was a joyful time; your mother was a delight, truly wonderful person. Thank you for giving us the privilege to meet her. You are all in our prayers. God bless. Denise & Doug.
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Nancy Hamilton posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Dear Friends and Neighbours,My heart aches for you today as you mourn the loss of your dear mother and grandmother while, at the same time, you celebrate her life - a life so well lived, a life filled with love, beauty and joy. Our homes smile out at each other across Lewin Avenue where our families have been neighbours and friends for over 50 years. Even as I write this note of sympathy and love, I look across to the beautiful hill and garden that your mother loved so dearly. My heart is filled with gratitude for the neighbourly love and kindness which your mother showered upon my mother during her illness, and then the friendship she continued to shower upon me after my mother passed away. As I spoke with your mother in the hospital about my gratitude she squeezed my hand tightly - lifting it to her heart - and shed a quiet little tear. May you be comforted in the knowledge that all tears will now be washed away and she will be surrounded by even greater beauty and love than that which she created in this little corner of the world. With sympathy, love and gratitude for your dear, dear mother.Nancy Hamilton
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Rick Mantle posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Dear Karen and Family I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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Barb Spence posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Kevin, Pat & all the Riley Family,I am saddened to learn of your Mother's passing. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting & spending some time with such a warm,lovely & caring lady. I will always remember our drive from Halifax to Saint John some years ago as we chatted & laughed the entire time !My sincere condolences to your family on your loss of your wonderful Mother.Barb Spence
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Natalie and Brett in Ottawa posted a condolence
Sunday, June 21, 2015
Dan and family,We are so sorry for the loss of your mom and thinking of you everyday.Natalie and Brett
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Fay Yeomans Colwell posted a condolence
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Dear Riley Family,I have many beautiful memories of your Mother. Especially her beautiful smile and laughter, and sense of humour. I am so sorry for your loss, and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. May God's grace, and peace, and love, surround you, during this time.With Love,Fay
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Alida whelehan posted a condolence
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Dearest Kathleen and family,So shocked that your dear mom pass way. she was a lovely girl. I am always been thankfull that I met her. She touched my heart . Your mom will be terribly missed. R.I.P.My deep sympathy to you and your family.Alida WhelehanJune 19, 2015
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Linda Riley posted a condolence
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Sincere condolences to you all! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Mike Landers posted a condolence
Saturday, June 20, 2015
The death of Mary opens a floodgate of memories for me.Was there ever a more warm, witty, elegant and wonderful woman than Mary? Such a devoted mother and friend.My condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the family as they celebrate the life of their mother,a most precious jewel.We were all so graced to have known her.
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Bernard & Elizabeth Cormier posted a condolence
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Dear Karen, Pat, Kevin & Family,We were saddened to learn of your Mom's passing and extend of sympathies and condolences for your loss. Our caring thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.Most sincerely,Bernie & Elizabeth
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