Mary Griffin Obituary

Tom, Karen and I were saddened by the news of your loss. Although time and distance can fade some memories, based on our recollection of you, we are quite certain your time together was full of laughter and adventure. Our prayers are with you...

Dear Cousin Tom, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Glenn and I were out of town with our children, and unable to be at the services for Mary. Tom, our family will keep you and Mary in our prayers. Know that you are loved by all of us. God Bless. Love and prayers, Ginny and Glenn, and family

Dearest Tom,
My heart grieves for your sorrow and loss. In a short span of time I grew to know and love Mary deeply, to feel what it might have been like, or was, to have a sister. I can only imagine the life you and she shared to be something true and beautiful and oh so sweet.

Although I was unable to attend the memorial, you and Mary and the furry ones were within heartbeats.

Permit me to paraphrase a Buddhist principle, be gentle on yourself. Compassion in all things brings calms the blood and breath and brings us closer to the Divine.

Deepest regrets and much love,
Lynn Merrill Weyman

Dear Tom,

I am so sorry for your loss of Mary. I am sorry I couldn't attend her service yesterday, but please know that you and Mary our in my family's prayers.

Take Care,
Jim & Kathleen Long and Family

Tom,
It is the biggest struggle in life to say goodbye forever; to never have a chance to talk, to see or to touch the one we love. Mary was a wonderful person and I know that you and your family have suffered a great loss.
Deepest sympathy,

Dear Tom,

Todd and I were very saddened to hear of Mary's passing. We have wonderful memories of our times on Pensacola. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Tom,
May peace be with you after your loss of Mary. Joan and I will always
remember her fantastic laugh and great sense of humor. Love to you from
the Schwaba's

I am sorry to hear about your loss..........you are in my thoughts and prayers. David Staten

Dear Tom,
I'm so saddened to hear of your loss. Even as Mary was struggling with her disease, I felt she was so full of hope and so strong.
Mary was a kindred spirit and lover of plants, who helped make our riverbank the beautiful peaceful place it has become. That, too, is part of her legacy.

We hold her memory in our hearts at each sundown and sunrise,

Pete

Dear Tom, I just received your message and Ann and I are so sorry to hear about Mary. We are thinking of you and your family and I hope to see you tomorrow at Mary's memorial.

Dear Tom,
We will keep you in our prayers. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Many regards, your cousin and family,
Pamela,Dave, Kathryn, James and Daniel (nee.Long) Walker

Dear Tom,

My prayers are with you at this time.

Love,
Aunt Helen Long

Dear Tom,

You have my deepest sympathies at your time of great loss...

Your cousin Joe Long

To Mary's family,
I met Mary through the Rare Cancer Alliance on-line where we came together as "family" helping one another. Mary was the first to respond to my post with warm words of welcome. She always offered words of encouragement and throughout her battle always managed to uplift us. I will miss her deeply. Just know that she was a warrior and that she has entered the heavens helping others.

Dear Tom
From long, long ago - TV10 and WEEK, know that word of your loss has found its way to many of us.
My sincerest sympathy to you and your obviously beloved pets.
Wishing you comfort and peace.
LuAnn (King) Zerwekh

Dear Tom
My deapest condolences for Mary passing from such long battle with the most cruel disease. My heart goes to you and the loved ones she left behind, but I know she is new angel in Heaven.
Love , Grace Tokarski

May Mary Jane rest in peace. She will be missed by many. God bless her family.
Sincerely,
Mary Harter

Like my mother I found Mary to be kind and like my mother she leaft this world in early age and the same affliction, my deepest sympathies to all.

To Tom and all of Mary's family:
I was so shocked and saddened to read of Mary's passing in the Tribune today. We worked together years ago at Corbett and ironically I had just mentioned her yesterday in conversation with my husband Ron. She was such a warm, caring person with a great sense of humor. I am truly sorry for your loss.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

To Tom and all of Mary's Family,
I am honored to have worked with Mary at both the Chicago Botanic Garden and At Chalet. I was in awe of her shining, creative personality. I can only imagine your loss. Sadly, I will miss the celebration of her life as I am out of town due to my Mother's illness. Please know that I send my deepest sympathy and my sincerest prayers.
Warmly,
Jennifer Brennan

Dear Tom and Family:

Words cannot express our sadness in the loss of Mary. She touched all who knew her, ourselves included. She fought like a champ against an opponent that did not play fair. We still feel her spirit all around us and will be forever changed for having had her as a friend. Please know that she is with you too as you grieve and try to go on. You were the love of her life and the care you provided as she fought this battle was the true definition of devotion and love. We are here for you for whatever you need.

Love,

Rene and Kevin

Dear Elinore and Family: From the entire Sather family, we share your loss. Mary Jane will forever be with us.

Dear Elinore and family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It has been many years since I have seen your family, but I will never forget the fun we all used to have together. May your memories be a comfort to you. Sincerely, Lynn Ann (Evans) Minarich

With our deepest sympathy to Jane's entire family. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you. May the healing light of your new angel shine down on all of you, bringing peace, comfort and love.

Tommy T and Mary's Loved Ones,

As it is surely difficult to lose your soulmate, I take heart in the peace that you all and Mary have found in the end of her suffering.

I look forward to seeing you all at Mary's celebration on Wednesday.

God bless and support you in this time of sorrow.

Brian "Barney" Gallagher

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.