Maureen M. White
Maureen M. White, “Ree” of the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia, passed away at home, on September 26th, 2025, at age 65. Beloved life partner of Therese O’Brien. Loving mother of Brendan Hamski (Melanie), Sean Hamski (Elizabeth) and Desiree O’Brien-White (Evan), devoted mom mom of Nicholas, Nathan, Sean, Mark, Madison, Mason, Matthew, Natalie and Evan. Daughter of Gerald White (Ethel) and the late Margaret Colosimo. Also survived by her siblings, Kathleen Scott (Jim), Michael (Elaine), Patricia Munyat, Christine Linso (Jeff), predeceased by her brother, Gerald (Cathy). Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, her aunt Sr. Eileen White and her lifelong friend, Robin DiDonato. Ree had a deep affection for her cherished fur babies, a gift for crafting beautiful poetry, and a quick wit that brought laughter to those around her. She was deeply passionate about human rights for all, endlessly kind, and loved her children and grandchildren beyond measure. Family and friends are invited to attend her viewing and funeral on
Tuesday, October 7th, from 9:30am – 11:00am at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc. 6711 Frankford Ave. (between Unruh & Knorr sts) There will be a prayer service starting at 11:00am. Further arrangements will be held at the convenience of Ree’s family.
I only met Maureen within the last few years. She is one of my neighbors. We met through our love of animals and became friends. Though I didn’t have the privilege of a long friendship I am truly blessed for the brief chance I had to know her and came to love her as a dear friend. Heaven brought home a real asset. She is sorely missed.
I have had the greatest gift of being able to know such an amazing and loving person. I couldn’t have gotten through a lot in life without her being apart of my life the way she was. She did a lot of things a grandmother shouldn’t have to do for their grandson… But she did and without question. The one thing she told me was she wanted to watch me graduate and start college, to be happy, to know I’ll be okay to start taking on life. I’m happy she got to see that happen and got to see me happy after everything I’ve faced. The lessons, the love, kindness, and knowledge she has shared and showed me will never be forgotten. She became someone I saw as my very own mother… It felt like it and I love her as if she were.
It is with deep sorrow to hear of the passing of my cousin Maureen. I have many great memories of her from the late '60s and '70s when our families visited each other every summer. My sympathy to Kathy, Michael, Patty and Crissy for losing another sibling so soon. My condolences also go out to Maureens' children and extended family. May she rest in peace!
Prayers for Maureen white, and family! May she rest in peace, Love, Patty Linso
I met Maureen through Terry, and from the moment I said hello, I knew she was something special. She became an instant friend. I wish we had more time to share life stories. I will keep a special place for you in my heart and prayers. May your memory be a blessing ❤️
I had the pleasure of getting to know Maureen over the past few years while teaching her grandson, Nick. My heart absolutely breaks hearing this news, as I truly loved the conversations we would have. Nick, please know how incredibly proud of you she always was! My thoughts, prayers, hugs, love, and condolences go out to her entire family. ❤️🙏🏼
We are so very sorry to hear of Ree’s passing. Sending prayers for comfort in this difficult time. Lynn, Shanelyn, Kierstin and Riley Kennedt
Rest in peace Aunt Ree. 🙏 🙏 🙏
Aunt Ree was always kind and welcoming towards my sister Kim and I. We weren't related through blood but we were related through love. Our family's have had tremendous tragedies and she was always there to help in the most personal ways. What she did for my cousins Jamie and Jimmy was so incredibly kind and selfless, Ree will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences go out to the family.
Jerry, Ethel and family. May her memory be for a blessing to all who loved her and may the family go from strength to strength. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ree was my best friend for 52 years. Her and I grew up together raised our kids and grandkids together we supported each other always talking for hours either on the phone or at Ree’s house . I don’t know what my life will be now my partner in crime is gone we laughted so hard at times we almost peed our pants lol . I will missed her so much . May she rest in peace
Reebees was my savior, my greatest ally, my sister and best friend, my confidant, my other half. She helped me to get through the toughest times of my life. She always reminded me to laugh and we had some great laughs. She cried with me too. We shared so much, our children, raising grandchildren and politics. I'm not sure how to go on without her. There's so much more I could say. She loved Terry, her kids, her grandchildren, her siblings, her nieces and nephews, her family and her pets (she had just as many of those as she did family members) passionately. There's no words to describe the emptiness I feel without her. No words to describe how much I miss her and love her. No words.
Reebees was my savior, my greatest ally, my sister and best friend, my confidant, my other half. She helped me to get through the toughest times of my life. She always reminded me to laugh and we had some great laughs. She cried with me too. We shared so much, our children, raising grandchildren and politics. I’m not sure how to go on without her. There’s so much more I could say. She loved Terry, her kids, her grandchildren, her siblings, her nieces and nephews, her family and her pets (she had just as many of those as she did family members) passionately. There’s no words to describe the emptiness I feel without her. No words to describe how much I miss her and love her. No words.
Ree was my best friend for 52 years. Her and I grew up together raised our kids and grandkids together we supported each other always talking for hours either on the phone or at Ree’s house . I don’t know what my life will be now my partner in crime is gone we laughted so hard at times we almost peed our pants lol . I will missed her so much . May she rest in peace
Jerry, Ethel and family. May her memory be for a blessing to all who loved her and may the family go from strength to strength.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Ree was always kind and welcoming towards my sister Kim and I. We weren’t related through blood but we were related through love. Our family’s have had tremendous tragedies and she was always there to help in the most personal ways. What she did for my cousins Jamie and Jimmy was so incredibly kind and selfless, Ree will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences go out to the family.
Rest in peace Aunt Ree. 🙏 🙏 🙏
We are so very sorry to hear of Ree’s passing. Sending prayers for comfort in this difficult time.
Lynn, Shanelyn, Kierstin and Riley Kennedt
I had the pleasure of getting to know Maureen over the past few years while teaching her grandson, Nick. My heart absolutely breaks hearing this news, as I truly loved the conversations we would have. Nick, please know how incredibly proud of you she always was! My thoughts, prayers, hugs, love, and condolences go out to her entire family. ❤️🙏🏼
I met Maureen through Terry, and from the moment I said hello, I knew she was something special. She became an instant friend. I wish we had more time to share life stories. I will keep a special place for you in my heart and prayers. May your memory be a blessing ❤️
Prayers for Maureen white, and family! May she rest in peace, Love, Patty Linso
It is with deep sorrow to hear of the passing of my cousin Maureen. I have many great memories of her from the late ’60s and ’70s when our families visited each other every summer. My sympathy to Kathy, Michael, Patty and Crissy for losing another sibling so soon. My condolences also go out to Maureens’ children and extended family. May she rest in peace!
I have had the greatest gift of being able to know such an amazing and loving person. I couldn’t have gotten through a lot in life without her being apart of my life the way she was. She did a lot of things a grandmother shouldn’t have to do for their grandson… But she did and without question. The one thing she told me was she wanted to watch me graduate and start college, to be happy, to know I’ll be okay to start taking on life. I’m happy she got to see that happen and got to see me happy after everything I’ve faced. The lessons, the love, kindness, and knowledge she has shared and showed me will never be forgotten. She became someone I saw as my very own mother… It felt like it and I love her as if she were.
I only met Maureen within the last few years. She is one of my neighbors. We met through our love of animals and became friends. Though I didn’t have the privilege of a long friendship I am truly blessed for the brief chance I had to know her and came to love her as a dear friend. Heaven brought home a real asset. She is sorely missed.