Mary Ann Maegerle's Obituary
Mary McCafferty Maegerle, of Harbeson, formerly of Newark, DE passed away peacefully at her home at Pinewater Farms with the friends and family she loved surrounding her. Mary was born in Wilmington, DE, daughter of the late Joseph McCafferty and Letitia O'Neill McCafferty.
Affectionately known as Mom-Mom, Mary had a unique trait of finding good in everyone she met. Her greatest love was for her 13 grandchildren and four great grandchildren, and she was thrilled with every accomplishment they made in their young lives. Her legacy will remain with them for many years to come.
She was a 27 year member of the VIA and also loved volunteering at the All Saints Thrift Shop.
Mary is survived by her husband of 57 years Robert J. Maegerle, and five children. John of Elkton, MD; Molly Kucharski (Tim) of Newark, DE; Peggy Parisi (Lou) of Georgetown,TX; Michael (Laurie) of Poughkeepsie, NY; and Rob (Keely) of Newark, DE., grandchildren Julia, Joseph, Cher're (Jon), Sarah Peffer (Blaine Bozeman), William, Christiana, Ian Parisi, Leah Parisi, Tyler, Hayden, Ava, Lily and Robbie; great grandchildren Allison, Josephine, Nathaniel, John Daniel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Mary Mother of Peace Catholic Church, 30839 Mount Joy Road, Millsboro, DE where friends may visit beginning at 1 PM. Committal rites and burial will be on Wednesday June 22, 2016 at 1:00 PM at All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to the Childrens Beach House, 1800 Bay Avenue, Lewes, DE 19958
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