Birth date: Nov 24, 1923 Death date: Aug 22, 2020
Mrs. Maria (Tammaro) Gilmore, 96, of Lawrence, Massachusetts passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, August 22nd, 2020 at her home. She was born in Miano (Naples) Italy on November 24, 1923, daughter of Read Obituary
We were thinking about Maria and wondering how she was to find out the sad news of her passing. Our Chiarolanza Family also from the same village as Maria and were friends with her here. Rose Gentile and Vincent Chiarolanza spoke so highly of Maria. We exchanged Christmas cards to keep,in touch and the yearly phone calls. We have also aged and thinking of her. All our sympathy She was so caring, loving and proud.
I met Maria through Mary Finocchiaro at St. Lucy's church. Maria taught me a lot about compassion and care for those who are sick, just like she checked in on Mary when she was failing from cancer. Maria visited her when she was homebound and later at hospice. Sometimes I had a chance to see Maria at Mary's house when I also stopped by for a visit. It was nice to share a piece of cake or a snack. I remember how Maria took the time to listen and bring companionship to those in need, even when the sick felt they were too sick for a visit. Rest in peace Maria. May you and Mary find each other in heaven.
Anna it was so nice to meet you and visit with you, Maria, Carlene, and I were by Mary's side days before she passed away at the hospice. I'm so lucky I got to meet your mother.
I met Maria through a friend- Mary Finocchiaro- who also attended St. Lucy's church. Maria always had her favorite spot in church at the 11:30 a.m. Sunday mass. She sat several pews behind Mary where I noticed her praying the rosary before and throughout mass. I was amazed by her strength and balance when she approached the altar for Holy Communion after Mary mentioned she was in her 90s. I couldn't believe it! And to hear about all the cooking she did on Sunday for her children! Amazing!
I will never forget the companionship she provided Mary before she was sick with cancer, and throughout the months when Mary was diagnosed and quickly declined. When Mary was going through chemo, Maria visited her after attending the 11:30 mass. Mary would tell her she was feeling under the weather, and to postpone the visit, but Maria still came.
Maria would take Mary's mind off her illness and loneliness with the game of Rumikub. Unfortunately, I wish my plans would have coordinated the day Mary invitied me to play with Maria to learn the rules, because I know I would have had a good time, even though there was an age difference of 45-55 years amongst us.
To conclude, I will always remember the gentle, caring way Maria had with the sick. Maria would listen with a caring heart to Mary's troubles and telephone often. She would add some advice when she felt she could be helpful, but mostly she listened. I will never forget how she taught me to be a good listener and persistent to visit the sick, no matter how they felt. I will miss you Maria. I hope you find Mary in heaven.
Love,
Laura Murphy
Beth and Joe. I am sorry for your loss. I knew Maria from St Lucy's..She was a wonderful lady. I enjoyed being a Sodality member with her for many years. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Kathy Lynch
Anna, Al and family,
I am heartbroken to learn of your loss. Maria was a very special Mother and Nonna to all her children & grandchildren and thoughtful friend to so many. Though I have never met Maria, I feel that she is my friend also because of all the wonderful stories and memories Anna has shared with me. My love and prayers are with you all during this sorrowful time.
I just know that Maria is with the angels now, smiling lovingly over her wonderful family.
Always,
Marylou Noonan
