Mary C Earley

mary earley

August 4, 1946 ~ January 25, 2021


Resided in: Portland, ME

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Portland- Mary Cremonese Earley, 96, formerly of Winthrop Street died peacefully on Monday, January 25, 2021 at St. Joseph's Rehabilitation and Living Center following a long illness. Mary was born in Portland, Maine on March 29, 1924 the daughter of the late Antonio and Santa (Ciccomancini) Cremonese. She was educated in local schools and attended Portland High School. On August 4, 1946, Mary married the love of her life, George F. Earley Jr. at St. Peter's Church in Portland. Together they raised four children. As a young girl, Mary worked at the State Theatre as an usherette and candy girl. At the beginning of World War II she worked at Burnham and Morrill as a bean baker, J.J. Nissen Bakery, Universal Laundry and later enjoyed babysitting for several of her grandchildren. She was very devoted to her family and loved all the gatherings on weekends and holidays. Mary was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, George F. Earley Jr. in 1999; two brothers Joseph R. and David Cremonese. She is survived by three sons, George F. III and his wife, Katie Earley of Portland, Steven G. and his wife Kathi Earley of Saco, and Anthony J. Earley of Portland; a daughter, Sandra M. and her husband Scott Ouillette of South Portland; seven grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of St. Joseph's Rehabilitation and Living Center for the wonderful care and love given to their mother while she was a resident there. A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 29, 2021 at 1:30pm at Calvary Cemetery, 1461 Broadway, South Portland, ME. Following state mandates, all attendees are required to wear a mask. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland, ME. To view Mary's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com Those who wish may make contributions in Mary's memory to: Greater Portland Boys & Girls Club, 277 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101

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  2. Oh my goodness, she loved it when I brought Pearl to visit! Mary will be so missed by all of us at SJR. She and your entire family will forever be a part of the SJR family. <3

    - Leslie Norris

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  3. I will be forever grateful to Ma and the entire Earley family who welcomed me as an ‘outlaw’ with open arms, LOTS of food, and boundless love & laughter. These are a few favorite photos – may they show viewers some of the love our precious matriarch bestowed. RIP my second Mom; your love will always be a part of me. -Kathi

    – Kathi Earley

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  4. You were the best mother in law one can ever have.You treated me like a daughter.Taught me your Italian recipes .We laughed ,we cried we sang and even danced we shared so much all these years. You will always be in my heart. Love you

    – Katie Earley

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  5. I was sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I have wonderful memories of her. She was such a kind, loving lady! I know how much she loved my brother, Butch, and he adored her. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care, Vikki Richards Littleton, Co

    – Vikki Richards

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  6. Best mom anyone could ever have…always there for all of her kids and grandkids! Great mom and wife very devoted. I love and miss you so much! Thank you mom for all you’ve done. Sandra

    – Sandra Ouillette

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  11. Anthony, My most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am most appreciative of all the help you, your mother and father gave us with Ma (Cecelia) over the years. Your neighbor, Bob Collins

    – Patty

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  12. We are so sorry to hear of “Aunt” Mary passing. Always referred to her as Aunt. I’ll always remember the big hug she would give me and say my “Gumba”, which I always assumed was Godchild in Italian.

    – James P Kazilionis

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  13. Hugs to her family. I will miss her beautiful mischievous grin. May our Lord hold you while you grieve, and may you feel peace. may the memories you share of her, keep her in your hearts. Fondly, Meme

    – Meme Bruce-Vye

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  15. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of mom. She was an still is a wonderful woman. I will remember her stories always. I will always remember that no matter what I had to do I was to sit with her while she ate breakfast. Of course she would want me to eat as well. ( Hungry or not) She was a very special person to me. She was so lovely to take care. I always looked forward to going to work so I could see Mary everyday. Rest in Paradise. Love you Wendy

    – Wendy

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