Mary D. Gildea (DeMers) of Canton passed away October 7th. Born and raised in West Milan, NH she has lived in Canton since 1955. She worked as a Supervisor for a Groveton Stationary Co. for 10 years before retiring. In her free time Mary enjoyed walking, traveling in Northern New England, working in her garden and most especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Mother of Kevin Gildea and his wife Laura of Bellingham, Brian Gildea and his wife Marianne of Bedford, Gregg Gildea and his wife Annmarie of Natick, Stanley Gildea and his wife Christine of Mansfield, and the late Theresa Gildea. Sister of Gladys Matheson of Easton and Sr. Mary Lorraine OCS of Jamaica Plain and the late Lucille Wentworth, Priscilla Gilchris, Doris DeMers, and David DeMers. Also survived by 7 grandchildren. Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Tuesday from 4-8 pm. Funeral Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church Canton Wednesday at 12 noon. Burial St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to St. Vincent de Paul 700 Washington St. Canton, MA 02021.