Duggan; Mary Susan
Peacefully at Simcoe Manor, Beeton on Monday August 23rd, 2021. Mary (Strauss – McCabe), in her 96th year, beloved wife of the late Wilfred (Duck) Duggan. Loving mother of Jim, Joan (late Denis) Martin, Patrick, Marlene (Trevor) Stonehouse, Monica Duggan, Teresa Slade, Emmeline (Rob) Scott (the late Gerard Oostwoud) and the late Danny. Sadly missed by her 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Edward Strauss and predeceased by 9 brothers and sisters. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Friday August 27th, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Patricks Church, Schomberg, Saturday August 28th, 2021 at 11:00 am followed by interment in St. Patricks Cemetery, Lloydtown. Donations to Simcoe Manor, Beeton would be appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Service
Mary Duggan Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, Ontario
August 27, 2021
2 -4 pm - 6-8 pm
Mary Duggan Mass
St. Patricks Church
Church Street, Schomberg
August 28, 202111:00 am
Todd Marchant says
To all of Mary’s family,
Our most sincere condolences go out to you all.
Don, Todd and Marilou Marchant
Roseanne McGuire and Family says
Dear Teresa and Family, our sincere condolences for the loss of your dear Mom and Grandmother, Mary was a wonderful, kind and very inspirational lady, who touched the heart of many. She will be dearly missed, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the many lovely memories of your times together ,help you through.
Dave and Maureen Archibald says
Our Condolence’s to all the Duggan family.
Mary will be missed by all.
Her kindness and caring ways will be remembered.
You will all be close in prayer.
Joanne, Pete and Family says
Hi, we heard that Aunt Mary had a great send off. Sorry we couldn’t make it. Aunt Mary will always be in our hearts, as she was such an amazing lady. She always had a smile, and her little snicker when she laughed, we will never forget.
Pamela Hall says
To Monica and family,
My condolences to your family.. Mary was a kind and happy person that I got the privilege to get to know at Simcoe Manor,even though she knew me as a child. All the stories told and her love for her family especially her grand children and great grand children were special to listen too. May Mary Rest In Peace.
Scott, Silvia, Justin and Curtis McMillan says
To the entire Duggan family, we send you our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
-From the McMillan Family
Chris Keenan says
Aunt Mary had such a great sense of humour and I will always remember going to the house to see them, she will be missed by everyone.
Bill and Kay and Bill Hanlon says
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all
Bill and Kay Hanlon
Bev and Calvin Steeves says
Sorry for your families loss we are thinking of you.
Mary and Patti Agnew says
My mother and I were very sorry to hear that Mary had passed away. We remember how your Mom was always busy working in her garden, and completing many craft projects for Schomberg Fair. She was very proud and supportive of all her family. Mary will be missed. Our thoughts are with your family at this time.
Mary and Patti Agnew
Sandra A O'Hara says
Our Deepest Sympathy to All of the Family!! A smile we will always remember!! Wonderful Lady!
S&D O’Hara & Family
Pat says
I will miss my mother greatly; the Saturday nights watching the Leafs game, seeing who could catch the biggest fish on Crane Lake, joking around on St. Patricks day, the hours we spent together training Muskee and the love we shared for Tiger. We have lots of great memories. Miss you mom. Love Pat
Gerry and Norma Jean Rankine says
To the entire Duggan family our condolences on the loss of your Mom.
Anne and Peter van Dyk says
To the Duggan Family:
We are sorry to hear of Mary’s passing.
She was a good friend a good neighbour and an incredible lady.
Mary will be missed by many.
She leaves a family who resembles her.
May she rest in peace .
Anne and Peter van Dyk.
Lois Groombridge says
My condolences to you all upon the passing of Mary, especially to Monica, Brock and Mallory. Through your closeness with her you will I’m sure have very fond memories to cherish. God bless.
Ruth Ann Hutchins says
Monica, Teresa, Emmaline and the entire Duggan family sending you all my deepest heartfelt condolences. Your mom was a very special person and will always be remembered by our family.
Jennifer says
Grandma, your impact on my life is immeasurable. You taught me great things about hard work, giving back, and resilience. I hope to live by your example and make you proud.
Monica Duggan says
She is very proud of you Jenn
Deborah Gobbett says
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Mary. It is never easy to lose a loved one, and it is especially difficult to lose a mother / grandmother. Sending you all love, hugs and support. Please let me know if you need anything.
Gloria and Tim says
Dear Monica, Brock and family,
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mum and Grandma. We came to know her mostly through Brock and quickly realised the high regard with which she was held by all her family. I feel privileged to have met her. Our thoughts are with you all.
Jill and Ian Ellis and family says
Teresa, Lindsey, Jen and Tyler. We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s/grandmother’s passing. May the fond memories of your happier times together bring you all some comfort. Sending love and support. ❤️
Teresa says
Thank you so much. We were truly blessed to have her in our lives and we will treasure all of the special memories.
Grace Canning says
Monica, Brock and Mallory
Sending condolences to you all as I know you were very close. I don’t believe I ever met Mary, but we all know it is hard to loose a loved one. May she rest in peace.
Bill Cober says
To the entire Family, our deepest condolences to all of you.
Mary was a terrific person, and your memories of her will live in your hearts forever.
The Cober Family
Doreen Harris says
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing Emm. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Mary Lee Duggan says
My condolences to the family upon the loss of a wonderful person. Memories of visiting Aunt Mary and Uncle Duck are precious. May your happy memories comfort you.
Jacqueline Fulton says
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, Emm. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karrie McIlwain says
To the entire Duggan Family, our deepest condolences to all of you.
Mary and your memories of her will live in your hearts forever.
The McIlwain’s
Deborah Blanchard says
Your family is an example of the kind of woman you were! Putting others before yourself. Her infectious smile! Your family and the community have lost a precious jewel however heaven has gained a special angel.
Love Maurice & Debbie Blanchard
Debbie and Paul Ben says
I am so saddened to hear about Mary’s passing. She was a wonderful woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with All the family during this difficult time. Peace be with all of you.
Ken Groombridge says
Chantel, Emmeline, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. She was a sweet lady and I’m happy for her that she got to live a nice long life. My condolences to you and your family.
Cindy Laidlaw says
What a lovely lady, with a fantastic family. My condolences and warm wishes to everyone. Remember all the times! XO
Shirley Stonehouse says
I’m saddened to hear of Mary’s passing,
Although small in stature, she leaves a giant imprint on so many people, myself for one. My sincere condolences to her entire family. I wish I could be there.
Joanne says
Monica, Brock, Mallory, Teresa and family, my heartfelt condolences to you all. Focus on the wonderful memories and positive impact she had on you all these years. Sending big hugs.
Paul and Mary Kavanagh says
Sorry to hear of your Mom, Grandma’s passing. Such a wonderful, hard working, kind hearted woman. She will be reunited in heaven with your Dad, Grandad. May she Rest In Peace.
Michelle Oates-Smith says
My deepest sympathies to Monica and family. I never had the pleasure of meeting your mom but from stories that I have heard she must have been a wonderful woman. Your dedication and love to your mother was always apparent. Rest In Peace dear lady.
Sherri Burke says
My condolences to Mary’s family. She was a remarkable lady, who I enjoyed spending so many days with. She will be missed, I’m so glad to have so many memories of her.
Thinking of you all.
Sharon and John Hutchins says
Our condolences to the family
Lorie Sloan says
My condolences to the entire family Mary was a gentle soul and will be remembered by many
Brian & Holly Speers says
Holly & I were very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was always pleasant to meet up with around town and we were surprised the time we met her at the fair and she had just finished leaning off the CN tower!
Our thoughts are with the family at this time.
Nancy Dockrill says
Monica, Brock,Mallory and Matt little cutie Donald. So so sorry for the loss of your sweet little mom. As long as you are here Monica, so is a piece of her. You are blessed to have wonderful children,to help support you at this time. God bless. Nancy and Mike
Mallory Kellington says
To my dearest GRANDma,
Words can not explain how deeply saddened I was to have to say Goodbye to you, but I sit in comfort knowing that you have walked through the gates of Heaven and have gone to a place of healing, and no more suffering. The Heavens are cheering and rejoicing you and I couldn’t be happier.
As a little girl I called you Grandma, you would look after Brock and I when mom needed, you would fill us up on sugar and giggles and you would be on the sidelines cheering us on at any event we were apart of.
As a young adult I would not only call you Gran but I would also call you Friend and in the last ten years I have called you Mum.
You were one of my BIGGEST supporters in my life, and one of the biggest models I got to follow. There were times when I needed comfort and I knew you were the one I needed to lean on, and when I did you never disappointed. You always took my hand and looked me in the eyes and reassured me that I will be okay, and most times you didn’t have to anything I just knew.
We have done a lot together you and I, so many things I can’t put them all down as it could be pages long, but the best memories I have had with you have been sitting or laying beside you in bed talking about the future or our feelings that day, good or bad. We have laughed Lots together (pee our pants laughs) and also shared tears. I know there are people who are jealous of my relationship with you and I think when it comes down to it, I really think it’s because we actually had a friendship, we weren’t just family, we knew each other on a much deeper level which I can cherish forever.
I am blessed to have mom (Monica) as my mother as she reminds me of you the most. She has so many qualities that you have passed down to her and she has earned them honestly. She learnt how to work, and work hard, she even loves gardening just like you. Maybe you could have taught her to give a couple inches of space in the garden. Every time I come over we have a new plant to plant. Just like you did. She loves her community and knows how to ‘Pay it Forward’ just like you did so many times. It seems like every person she comes across is impacted by her goodness. She truly got that from you.
Gran you have done just that in your 95 years. You have always put others first no matter how much it would have changed your day. You always had an open door in the 31 years of knowing you. From coffee, to holidays and more.
I am thankful for all the times we have had together, especially for having you be my flower girl in my wedding and for the opportunity for you to meet my son. I hope I can live out my best self and teach my boy how to love others and how to work hard and appreciate what he has, just like you have taught us through generations.
I know my life is going to change a lot but I am 100% thankful for All the time I have spent with you over the years. I look forward to seeing you again and getting the change to meet Grandpa and your boy Danny.
I love you Grandma, my sweet Angel ❤️
Joanne says
Beautiful Mallory what a positive impact your Gran has had on you. Cherish the memories and enjoy the wonderful qualities she passed down to your mom.
Teresa says
Well said Mallory – the relationship you had with your Gran is priceless and something to treasure always. She will live on in your heart, thoughts and deeds!
Barb Hepburn says
Mary was such a delightful, full of life person who was very involved in her community. She will be missed.
Garry&Mary Wiley says
Very deepest sympathy to the Duggan Family your Mother was such a sweet lady! May you rest in peace Mary
Jack & Mary McBride says
Aunt Mary was the best! We have memories going back to our childhood. Aunt Mary & Uncle Duck & family spent a lot of time with our family. Aunt Mary had a way of always making you know she loved you. The family is the best, we will miss this special Aunt. We share in her families sadness.
Charmaine Wall says
To Monica, siblings and families,
My heart was deeply sadden to read of Mom’s passing. What an awesome lady. She lived life to the fullest, being a great storyteller, seamstress, and friend. Her honest, wholesome love for everyone will be dearly missed. I pray that you will feel the comfort of family, friends, and community.
Doug Groombridge says
Determination at any task and love of family. Schomberg has lost another. I m saddened to hear of her passing. Thanks Mary for all those wonderful times around the euchre table.
God support to your family at this time.
Doug
Susan Rainey says
My sympathies to the family. I wish you healing and peace.
Robert (Bob) and Linda Boak says
Our Condolences to the Family
Bonnie O’Hara says
Monica & family. Sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. I was just thinking of her the other day. She was a sweet lady. Thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Yogi and Chuck Frost says
Dear Dugan family
We were so sorry to hear about Mary’s passing She was the most amazing lady, very hard working, generous even in difficult times and a wonderful mom and grandmom She had a great sense of humour and laughed easily She will be greatly missed by many
Chuck and Yogi
Jane Crombie says
Marlene, Trevor and family: So sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and the Duggan family.
Jane Crombie
Heather Diceman (Butcher) says
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Mary. She was a beautiful soul. She was like a second mom to me.
Sending love and condolences to all ❤️
Joe/Mary Ellen Keenan says
We wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to the Duggan family on the loss of a fantastic Lady. Aunt Mary was a wonderful person, so full of joy and happiness. She will be greatly missed by family, friends and all who knew her.