Gananda, NY: Passed away with peace and grace on April 20, 2015 with her family at her side. Survived by her husband of 25 years, Gilbert E. Doway; 2 children, Sydney and Bradlee; parents, Thomas and Pamela McGary; sisters, Colleen McGary Smith (Matt) of Boston, MA, Kathleen McGary Laney (David) of Hoboken, NJ; brother, Thomas McGary Jr. (Elizabeth) of Batavia, NY: nephews and niece Oliver and Simon Smith and Cecilia Doway; sisters-in-law, Geraldine George, Jennifer Morancie and Annette Smith; and many nieces and nephews-in-law.
Born in Louisville, KY, Maureen grew up in Cincinnati, OH, St. Catherines Ontario, Canada and Fairport, NY. After graduating from Fairport High School she attended St. John Fisher College receiving a BS in Psychology and Sociology. A devoted mother, Maureen was actively involved in Gananda’s PTSA, Sports Boosters and Dollars for Scholars. She will always be remembered as a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend, who’s greatest passion was helping others.
Calling hours will be held Friday April 24th, from 4-7 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt location), 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport, NY. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday April 25th, 10 AM at St. Paul’s Church, 783 Hard Road, Webster, NY. Entombment, Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery, 2461 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY. if you wish, donations may be made in her honor to Lollypop Farm or to the Humane Society of Greater Rochester. She leaves us rich in memories.
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9 responses to “Doway, Maureen McGary”
Gilbert & Family,
It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Maureen. She was a wonderful lady who will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. We can only hope that the memories you have of all the happy times you spent with her sustain you through this most difficult time. Our deepest condolences go out you and your family.
With Love,
The Pantano Family
I was deeply saddened by the news of Maureen’s passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Thoughts and prayers
Kevin and Jackie Smith
We are so very sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing. Gananda has lost another wonderful member of our community and heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Our heartfelt sympathies,
Ingrid, Dan, and Katelyn
Gilbett, Sydney and Bradlee,
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved wife and mom, Maureen. May the love that she shared with all of you sustain you in the days ahead and may all your wonderful memories eventually take away your tears and return your smiles as you think of all the special things only she could do and say.
With sincere sympathy,
Martha, Alan and Emma
Gil, Sydney and Bradlee,
Though no words can comfort you now, we pray for peace to replace the pain in your hearts. Maureen was truly an Angel on earth and a blessing to those who had the privilege to know her.
We are so very sad for your loss, and offer our deepest sympathies.
Donna and Joe DeBiase
I am so sorry for your loss, Tom and Donna and family. My most sincere condolences. My prayer is with Maureen’s husband and children and Donna and Tom and with Maureen’s siblings. All God’s consoling blessings, Deni
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