WORCESTER - Mary C. (Nolan) Demers, 69, of 75 Mill Street died peacefully on Wednesday the 25th of January in St. Vincent Hospital. She leaves 3 sons, Michael and his wife Laurie Demers of Shrewsbury, Donnie and Jimmy Demers both of Los Angeles, a daughter, Mary J. Demers Carraher and her fiancé Joseph Giaconda of Rutland, a sister Barbara and her husband Ibrahim Ileiwat of Orlando, 4 grandchildren, Ashley K. Carraher, Lauren, Mikey and Cassandra Demers, and several nephews and nieces. She also leaves her former husband Donald D. Demers and her daughter-in-law Mariana F. Demers of Burlington. A son Joey P. Demers and 2 daughters Denise and Donna Demers predeceased her.
She was the eldest of four children, born in Lowell to Leo and Mary (Shanley) Nolan. Mrs. Demers was a graduate of Commerce High School and worked as a telephone operator for ATT, retiring 12 years ago. She was a renowned contract bridge player, and a member of the local Cavendish Club. She proudly became a Life Master during an International Tournament while visiting Canada. Mrs. Demers was an active member of the Muscular Dystrophy Association where she seved as vice-president. She had the extraordinary ability to make whomever she was speaking to seem as if they were the only person in the world, and her friendships were the treasured extensions of the family she nurtured and inspired throughout her life. Her compassion and grace will be deeply missed, and never forgotten.
The funeral is Saturday, January 28th from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant Street. Burial will be in St. Johns Cemetery. Calling hours are Friday, January 27th from 4:00 until 8:00 PM in the funeral home. The family invites you to visit www.demersfamily.net for an original musical tribute by her sons, Donnie and Jimmy. Flowers may be sent or contributions made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 33 Lyman Street, Westborough, MA 01581.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to the entire staff at the Worcester Medical Center, headed by Dr. Chris Seidler, for their support, care and friendship during a most difficult time. Her love for them will truly transcend forever..... Please visit oconnorbrothers.com for more information.