It is with deep sadness and much love that we say goodbye to our beloved Wife, Mother and “Nanny”, Mary Caffrey. Mary passed away peacefully at the age of 81 years on October 3, 2024. In her final days Mary was comforted by her devoted husband, children and grandchildren.
Mary will be forever remembered by her husband of 58 years Mike, and her four children; Jennifer, Maria, Darren (Claire), and Diana (Dom), and eight grandchildren; Jacob, Kaelyn, Christina, James, Mia, Liam, Cillian and Damien; and brother Anthony (Maureen). Mary also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and cousins who adored her.
She was predeceased by her parents, John and Delia Durkin; and her beloved brother, Johnny Durkin.
Mary was born and grew up in Yorkshire, England. Prior to immigrating to Canada Mary also lived in New Zealand. During her life in Canada Mary lived in Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta before moving to Victoria, British Columbia in 2022.
Mary’s greatest love was her family and she devoted her life to them. Mary also worked as a Payroll Clerk and retired from her long career at the age of 55 from Edmonton Public Schools where she was highly respected by her colleagues. During her retirement Mary was passionate about gardening and took great pride in creating her lovely rockery.
Mary was a very special lady and will be missed by her family and friends all over the world. She will be remembered for her loving heart, beautiful smile, selfless spirit, great sense of humour and gentle soul.
The family would like to recognize and thank the team of incredible professionals at Victoria General Hospital that cared for her during her last days. They would also like to thank the dedicated, caring team of professionals at Luther Court Community Health Centre and the home care team that provided care for her during her last years.
A visitation will be held on October 19, 2024, between 10:00 am and 11:00 am at St. Joseph The Worker Parish, 753 Burnside Road West, Victoria, BC, V8Z 1M9. The Funeral Mass will follow the Visitation at 11:00 am with Father Alfredo officiating . For those unable to attend the link is below:
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Mary to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia. Please send donations by cheque to Suite 300 – 828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1E2, or donate online at alzbc.org.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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We have such lovely memories of Aunty Mary. She was a very special lady. All our love from Claire, Niamh and Noel xx
Our deepest condolences to Mike and family.
we have some lovely memories of Mary.
Rest in peace Aunty Mary. You will be so missed and I will never forget our girls road trip to the Rockies..
One of my favourite memories. Sending all our love to Uncle Mike Jenny Maria Darren Claire Diana and Dom and all your beautiful grandchildren love from Shelley David Harvey and Jemima ❤️✨️
Goodbye to my beautiful, gentle, caring Sister who taught everyone around her how to live. Although thousands of miles separated us we managed to be close. RIP Sis.
Mary exuded acceptance and love to all who had the privilege to know her. She has left a legacy of kindness that will continue through the actions of her family and friends.
My condolences to Mike, Jenny, Maria, Daren Diana and grandchildren.
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Our condolences go out to Mike, Jenny, Maria, Darren and Diana and
their families. We have many happy memories of Mary and family. May she rest in peace.
Lawrence and Rose Bangen, Lori and Keith
Dear Mary, you will be sadly missed, you have left such happy memories. Sincere condolences to your beautiful family. May you Rest in Peace .
Rest in peace Mary our lovely kind and gentle cousin
Sincere sympathy to Mike Jennifer Maria Darren and Diana and family also to Anthony and Maureen and to all the Durkin and Caffrey families
I have many happy memories of our family gatherings …you will be sorely missed
Our deepest sympathies to Uncle Mike and cousins Jenny, Darren, Diana and Maria and families. Our thoughts will be with you all as you say farewell to Mary on Saturday. May she rest in peace.
– Thomas and Jane
My condolences to Mike and the family. Mary will be sorely missed, a lovely lady with a heart of gold. X