Nancy Justina Hoffman Mutrie, 82, died on October 7, 2026, in Newton MA. She was born on January 17, 1944, in Melrose MA, to the late John Francis Hoffman and Margaret Mary (Colbert) Hoffman.
Nancy is survived by her three children, George “Jake” Mutrie III and his wife, Colleen (Flaherty) Mutrie, of Needham MA; Timothy John Mutrie of Aspen CO; and Katherine (Mutrie) Mundale and her husband, Shane Mundale, of Libby MT. She was the proud grandmother of George and Brendan Mutrie. She is also survived by her sister, Peggy (Hoffman) O’Brien, and her husband, Michael Tolaydo, of Washington DC, along with a wonderful cast of nieces, nephews, and cousins in the New England area and beyond.
Nancy was formerly married to George Joseph Mutrie, Jr.
Raised in Melrose MA, Des Plaines IL, and Winchester MA, Nancy graduated from Winchester High School and Georgetown University in Washington DC, in 1965. Throughout her career, she worked at St. Mary’s Hospital in San Francisco, Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, Winchester Hospital, and Skinner Auction House in Boston.
A longtime resident of Wellesley MA, Nancy was known for her independent spirit, sharp wit, and relentless curiosity for antiques. A fierce defender of women’s rights and social justice, Nancy also enjoyed socializing with friends, family adventures and many a’ roadtrip to Maine. She was a longtime friend of Bill W. and cherished the relationships and community she found at Friday night meetings in Needham across more than four decades.
Nancy spent her final years at The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton MA. Her family is deeply grateful for the compassionate care, friendship, and sense of community she experienced there.
Visitation at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St. Wellesley on Saturday, November 7, from 10-11am followed by a funeral service in the funeral home at 11am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Nancy’s memory may be made to Riverside Community Care 270 Bridge St, Suite 301 Dedham, MA 02026 or Rosies Place, 889 Harrison Ave Boston, MA 02118, or to a charitable organization of your choice.