Mary V. Donahue

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Mary V. Donahue, of the Wissinoming section of Philadelphia, sadly passed away, on September 8, 2024, at the age of 64. She was the beloved daughter of the late James and Theresa Donahue.

Mary was a devoted mother to her two sons, Harrison Donahue and Benjamin Donahue. She was the cherished sister of Patricia Devlin, Teresa Levitsky (Kenneth), Carol Donahue (the late Craig), and Lizabeth Carroll (Joseph), and is predeceased by her siblings James Donahue and Carleen Donahue. She will be deeply missed by her eight nieces and nephews and her four great-nieces and great-nephews. Mary's family would like to give a special thanks to her colleagues at Thackray Crane Rental and to her best friends, Yvonne and Eileen, who supported both Mary and her family during a difficult time.

All are invited to Mary's visitation and memorial service on Tuesday, September 17th at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19135 (between Unruh & Knorr Sts.) from 10:00 am- 11:30 am. There will be a service with eulogies and a video tribute at 11:30 am. Burial to follow, with funeral honors, in Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

In honor of her late sister, Carleen Donahue, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to Elwyn, an organization that was close to their hearts. Donations can be made here. Please mention Carleen's name.

Yvonne Dahl

16 years was not long enough for me. Our friendship was meant to last a lifetime. Thank you for the laughs, great advice, many dinners and above all your wisdom. I refuse to say goodbye to my dear friend, may you rest in peace, until we meet again!

Laura Devlin

We will miss you so much Aunt Mary♥️♥️♥️

Eileen

Oh, how do you say goodbye to your best friend. I won't. I have lots of wonderful memories of grade school, teen years and adulthood. Memories watching the Phillies when they won the World Series in 1980. Of Wildwood, Ocean City and Rehoboth Beach. I am truly blessed to have known you and to call you my friend. I love your whole family. I am honored to be have been apart of many family gatherings. Always a good time. God Bless and Rest in Peace Mary. Im not saying bye. I'll say, "I'll talk to you later Mar." Love you and miss you. ❤️ I liked having a cuppa tea with you. I'll miss that.

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  1. Oh, how do you say goodbye to your best friend. I won’t. I have lots of wonderful memories of grade school, teen years and adulthood. Memories watching the Phillies when they won the World Series in 1980. Of Wildwood, Ocean City and Rehoboth Beach. I am truly blessed to have known you and to call you my friend. I love your whole family. I am honored to be have been apart of many family gatherings. Always a good time. God Bless and Rest in Peace Mary. Im not saying bye. I’ll say, “I’ll talk to you later Mar.” Love you and miss you. ❤️ I liked having a cuppa tea with you. I’ll miss that.

  2. 16 years was not long enough for me. Our friendship was meant to last a lifetime. Thank you for the laughs, great advice, many dinners and above all your wisdom. I refuse to say goodbye to my dear friend, may you rest in peace, until we meet again!

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