Canandaigua: Jacqueline McNamara Garrity, 84, Ferris Hills, Canandaigua passed away on January 16, 2016. Born and raised in Bangor, Maine and attended the University of Maine receiving a degree in nursing. She worked at Elm Manor Nursing home in Canandaigua, as head nurse and then as director of nursing for 12 years before retiring to Maine in 1992.
Jackie was predeceased by her husband, Thomas and a son Peter. Survived by three children, Beth (Dan) Conversi-Clark of Honeoye, Jennifer (John) Delgrand of Livonia, and Matthew Gilmore of Elmer, NJ. Two step sons, David Garrity of Colorado, and Daniel (Dee) Garrity of North Carolina. Six grandchildren, Ryan, Joshua, Erin, Hannah, Madelyn and Adam. And two great grandchildren, Ben and Landen. She is also survived by a dear cousin Virginia Holden of Freeport, Maine and a very special friend, Gerry Ruflin of Ferris Hills, Canandaigua and her beloved dog, Opal.
She had a full life with many interests. She was an avid bridge player and loved cards, games, and puzzles, to read, knit and do needlework. She was an amazing cook and loved to entertain. Her children and grandchildren will always remember many happy times spent vacationing at her home in Limington, Maine.
A Memorial Service will be held at Ferris Hills in Canandaigua on Saturday, January 23 at 1 pm. A burial service at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Saco, Maine will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Jackie’s memory to Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456. Arrangements entrusted to the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., Livonia-Honeoye. To send a condolence please visit:
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Our deepest condolences to the Garrity family, Jackie was a great pet parent to Opal. We will miss our trips to Ferris Hills … please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
May fond memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. Look back on all the good memories you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before she passed away. My hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. –John 5:28-29 JW.ORG
Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed.
May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days, my most heartfelt condolences. “And there will be many of those asleep in the ground of dust who will wake up…” (Daniel 12:2) JW.ORG