O’Leary, Margaret A. “Meg” (Dacey) age 97, resident of NewBridge on the Charles, Dedham, formerly of Westwood and Newton, February 17, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Joseph D. O’Leary. Cherished daughter of the late Dennis Dacey and Lillian (Kirk) Dacey. Devoted mother of Mariann O’Brien and her husband Francis of Canton, Bruce O’Leary and his wife Joan of Westford, and the late Barry O’Leary and his surviving wife Stephanie of Yarmouth. Loving grandmother of Dacey Wilson and her husband Brian, Joseph O’Leary and his wife Natasha, Jeffrey O’Brien and his wife Courtney, Gregory O’Brien, Justin Swanson, and Darren Swanson. Proud great-grandmother of Ruby Wilson and Jessie Fassio. She is also survived by several dear nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her siblings, Lillian Williams, Ann Mahoney, and James Dacey.
Born and raised in Somerville, Meg married Joe O’Leary in 1948 and together they raised their three children at their warm and loving home in Newton. Tragedy struck the family in 1975 when Joe passed away suddenly at the age of 50. Despite losing Joe at such a young age, Meg persevered and lived a wonderful life. Moving to Westwood, Meg went to work at the New England Life in Boston, where she remained happily employed for many years. She was a long time member of the Westwood Women’s Club. To know Meg was to love her. She was a kind, considerate and caring woman who enjoyed time with her beloved family, hosting small, fun filled dinner parties or traveling with her friends. Meg brought such happiness and joy to those who loved her. She will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to have known her.
Visitation at the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., DEDHAM, Monday, Feb. 22 from 8:00-9:30am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Dedham at 10:00am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Please follow all Covid-19 guidelines. Interment at New Calvary Cemetery, Mattapan.