BUXTON- Mary A. Nicely, age 73, went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 27, 2017 at her home in Buxton.
She was born in Portland on Oct. 14, 1943, a daughter of the late Henry and Theresa (Kenniston) Mushreau. She attended South Portland Schools and graduated from Catherine McCauley. Mary raised her family in Cape Elizabeth.
Mary worked as a direct support professional for her disabled son Tim.
Mary will always be remembered as a spiritual woman, who enjoyed reading the Bible and educating herself about the healing power of God.
She was known for her ability to have deep conversations with family and friends, her love of God, and her love of family.
She is predeceased by her brother- Paul Mushreau,
Mary is survived by her beloved husband- John H. Nicely of Buxton; children- Timothy John Nicely of Buxton, Lee Paul Nicely and his wife Michelle of Buxton, and Katie Theresa Nicely of South Portland; sister- Suzanne Bernier of MA; and grandchildren- Dylan and Madalyn.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday evening, Aug. 31 at 6 PM at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service Chapel, 498 Long Plains Road (Rt. 22) in Buxton. Burial will be at a later date. Online condolence messages can be submitted at www.mainefuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, Mary's family has asked that everyone pass on the love and word of Jesus Christ.