Mary Connaire

Mary E. Connaire (nee Slater) of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at the age of 86. Mary spent a dedicated career as a Benefits Administrator for the City Courts of Philadelphia, retiring in 2002. She was a devout Catholic and enjoyed her time serving as lector and Eucharistic minister at St. Christopher’s Church in Philadelphia. She was also deeply devoted to the Franciscan ministry. She is predeceased by her son, Thomas Connaire, her brother “Pete,” and sisters, Theresa and Helene. She is survived by her brother, Harry Slater (Maryanne), her daughters, Marianne Unger (Dwight) and Catherine McLaughlin (William), six grandchildren-- Christina, Dwight Jr., Colleen, Kelly, Kristen, and Kaitlyn-- and four great grandchildren-- Caroline, Camilla, Vinnie, and Josie-- along with many nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19135 (between Unruh & Knorr sts) from 10:30 am and 12:00 pm. There will be a prayer service starting at 12 pm. Private interment will be held at a later date by her family.