Obituary of DONNELLY – Mary

February 17, 1922 – November 3, 2010 Mary (Sparky) Donnelly passed away peacefully at the Bethany Care Centre in Calgary, AB on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at the age of 88 years. Mary was born on February 17, 1922 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. She took great pride in her family and gave us her unconditional love and support. She was also very proud to work in her chosen profession as an LPN with the Calgary General and Holy Cross Hospitals. Mary is survived by her children, Brian Donnelly, Rose Meadows and Paula Cairns; grandchildren, Jennifer and Jay Billesberger, Kelly Schneider, Christopher and Tim Donnelly, Shane, Marcus and Drew Donnelly; and nine great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three brothers and three sisters. She was predeceased by her husband Martin Thomas and youngest son Michael Barry. No service well be held, a celebration of Sparky’s life will take place at a later date. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. A special thank you to all the staff on the MDE Unit at Bethany Care Centre, the dedicated care that you gave our mother is greatly appreciated. In living memory of Mary Donnelly, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.