September 14, 1941 - July 23, 2019
Visitation
July 28, 20194 to 8pm
Dolan Funeral Home
Funeral
July 29, 201911:00 am
St. John the Evangelist Church, 115 Middlesex St., Chelmsford
Maura Denise (Linehan) Dolan RN, 77, of N. Chelmsford, MA and Rye, NH died early Tuesday morning, July 23, 2019 at her home after a 5 year battle with brain cancer.
She was the beloved wife of James F. Dolan for 55 years; which they celebrated on May 16, 2019.
Maura was born in Lowell, MA on September 14, 1941. She was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Dever) Linehan.
She graduated from Notre Dame Academy in Tyngsboro, MA with the Class of 1959. Maura furthered her education at St. Joseph Hospital Nursing School with the Class of 1963.
She worked as a Registered Nurse at St. Joseph Hospital in Lowell, Nashoba Hospital in Groton and Ayer, MA, Palm Manor Nursing Home in Chelmsford, and for over 25 years at Wang Laboratories in Lowell and Tewksbury, MA; where she retired from in 2002.
Maura and her husband founded Dolan Funeral Home. She was a key piece in starting and running the family business.
She and her husband enjoyed vacationing for over 30 years in Aruba with close friends, and spending summers with her family at Rye Beach, NH. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was a former member of the Alpine Square Dancing Club of Chelmsford.
Maura was a very faithful person, and was a communicant of the Chelmsford Catholic Collaborative of St. John the Evangelist and St. Mary Parishes, and St. Theresa Church of Rye, NH. She enjoyed saying the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet daily.
Besides her husband, Maura is survived by her two daughters, Kathryn “Kathy” Dean RN, of N. Chelmsford, and Lisa M. and her husband David Mackey PHD of New Boston, NH; two sons and their wives, James F and Patrice (Ryan) Dolan II and John and his wife, Margaret “Maggie” (Ferrante) Dolan of Mullica Hill, NJ; a sister Janice and her husband, Joseph Bronsard of Smithville, NJ; and nine grandchildren, Meaghan and Shannon Dean, Ryan and Tyler Mackey, Andrew, Grace, Kathleen, John “Jack”, and Kaelin Dolan. Maura also had two foster grandchildren, Jonathan and his wife Amber (Jones) Riley of Manor, TX and Michael and his wife Regina Beatrice of New York City, NY. She also had 2 great grandchildren, Frank and Rita Mae Riley both of Manor, TX; two brothers-in-law, Raymond and his wife Susan (Borneman) Dolan of Nashua, NH, and Stephen and his wife Carol (Saphie) Dolan of Dracut, MA; a sister-in-law, Elaine (Rondeau) Dolan of Methuen, MA, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was the sister-in-law to the late Frank Dolan of Methuen who died March 7, 2016, and Edward Schrimpe of Smithville, NJ who died August 27, 2006.
Funeral Notice
DOLAN, Maura D. (Linehan) Dolan RN, of North Chelmsford, MA died July 23, 2019. A Chaplet Service of Divine Mercy will be held Sunday at 3pm followed by visiting hours from 4 to 8pm at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD, MA. Funeral Monday, 10am from the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11am at St. John the Evangelist Church, N. Chelmsford, MA. Burial in Fairview Cemetery Chelmsford. Memorials may be made in her memory to St. John the Evangelist Church, 115 Middlesex St., N. Chelmsford, MA 01863 or Catholic TV, PO Box 9196, 34 Chestnut St., Watertown, MA 02471. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Dolan Funeral Home 978-251-4041.
Dave and Karen RODGERS
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Maura will always be remembered as A very special person, who loved GOD, her family and friends.She would light up a room with he presence.We will forever remember Jim and Maura’s LOVE of one another. Oh how they could dance. Vacations in ARUBA, dances at the Groton Country Club, beaching at RYE, nh, listening to IRISH music at the LOWELL auditoriun, and just being together will always be very special memories of our DEAR FRIEND MAURA. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of “THE DOLAN FAMILIES” Our LOVE to all. Karen and Dave Rodgers, Torri “jake” and Tom Mason.Lunenburg, Ma.
Carole McCaul
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To the Dolan Family; we are very saddened to learn of your loss. Our sympathies and prayers are with you. The Chelmsford Board of Health Office Staff.
Julie and Keith Seitter and family
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To the Entire Dolan Family:
We are all so sorry to hear of Maura’s passing. She and you are always such strong examples of a faith-filled family, even to those who don’t know you by name. We wish God’s peace and blessings to you all now and forever. “I have fought the good fight to the end; I have run the race to the finish; I have kept the faith; all there is to come for me now is the crown of uprightness.”
Michael Santos
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I am sorry to learn of Maura’s passing and will forever remember the kindness and friendship she provided to my parents Ann and Manny.
Peace be with her and the entire family.
Michael Santos
Richard & Mary Dowd
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If heaven didn’t already exist, God would have invented it for His most devout servant, Maura. Meeting all of you in Aruba is one of the true blessings in our lives. Plus, we didn’t have to get to mass early there cause you’d not only remind us, you’d even save us seats! Maura had a strong impact on everyone who met her. She always seemed to be the ‘go to’ person when help/advice was needed. A remarkable individual & a complete blessing in so many lives. She will be missed.
Gail Bixby
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My sincere condolences to the Dolan family. I loved babysitting “the kids” many years ago. So glad I got to visit with some of you a few years back. I always thought Maura was a beautiful, fun-loving and caring person. So sorry I can’t get up for the services but will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Martin Swirko
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Please accept my condolences for your loss. I worked with Lisa for many years at MPD and always liked and respected her. I wish you all the best as you deal with this loss, going forward.
Richard O'Brien
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Truly a remarkable woman whose faith shown forth by her love and devotion to her family, friends and church. She will be remembered by so many people whose lives she touched. With much love to all who knew her, especially Jim. Fr Richard
Juliana Magbondzi Tweneh and family
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Dear Dolan family,
So sorry to hear about Maura, departed to Eternity.
Maura was a wonderful lady and never gave up on her Faith. It’s sad that we won’t see her again but we take consolation in the Lord that she is resting peacefully in the Lord’s Abode. Our prayers and thoughts are with you the family. May the mercyful Lord Comfort you all and give you Strength in these difficult times. May Maura’s soul rest in peace
Christopher J Priore
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Always remember Mrs Dolan inviting me into her home and making me feel like family on camping trips in the RV what a great life she had and raised 4 awesome successful kids along the way john, lisa, Cathy and Jimmy RIP Maura
Nina & John MacNeill
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Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this time. May the memories people share of your mom put a smile on your face and bring you comfort.
Jean Swanson
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Dear Mr. Dolan ,Jim and extended family. Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Mrs Dolan. She was a dear friend of my aunts at St Joe’s. She always praised her nursing abilities. We also know how much you all will miss her. Sending prayers your way..Jerry and Jeannie (Shepard)Swanson
Barbara Costello
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Dear Jim & Patrice,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mother. I’m sure the loss is difficult for all of you at this time. My heart goes out to all of you.
John + Nancy Sousa
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Sincere condolences to all. She was a wonderful woman.
Much love,
Nancy, John and Erin Sousa
Peg Badger
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Jim Sr and family…so sad to hear of Maura’s passing. Prayers that you all recieve God peace.
Peggy Hassett
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Maura, a beautiful lady, full of love, faith and understanding, ascended to heaven bringing her even closer to her God. May your memories sooth and comfort you.
Ar dheis De go Raibh a Anam. May her soul be seated at God’s right hand.
With Sincere Sympathy
Peggy Hassett
Jane Sockey
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My sincere sympathy for your loss. Maura is a treasured soul that will be missed by so many. My prayers for all of the Dolan family left in sadness at her passing.
James C. Campbell Jr.
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Our deepest condolences to Dolan family. Mrs. Dolan was a wonderful, graceful lady in every sense; and a true friend to our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and with your family at this difficult time.
Cil McCue
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To the family of Maura Dolan. Jim thank you so very much for letting me spend some quality time with Maura , you and the family. It meant so very much to visit with her and reminisce about our trips and weekends at Rye. It did not take much to enjoy our time together. We were really simple people. Well I am sure there are some forty-five games going on. Until we meet again “ Love you”. Cil
Karen Allen
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My deepest condolences on Maura’s passing. I so appreciate the photo you have posted. It is how I remember her – smiling. Please hold on to every happy memory during these difficult times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Leonard Allen
Ray & Diane McCusker
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Dear Jim and Family.
I was so sorry to hear of Maura’s passing she put up a great fight. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Karen Michniewich
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We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Maura. The photo captures her smile that we remember from square dancing. You have lots of good memories to comfort you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.