Mary E. Giggey
September 25, 1923 ~ September 24, 2018
Portland - Mary E. Giggey, 94, died on Monday, September 24, 2018, one day shy of her 95th birthday, at Seaside Nursing Home.
Mary was born in Portland, on September 25, 1923, the daughter of the late Emily Meissner. Mary grew up in Portland, and attended local schools.
Mary met Frederick W. Giggey at Watertown Senior High School in Massachusetts in 1942. Mary and Frederick married on January 1, 1944, in Kittery, ME. Frederick enlisted in the United States Army in 1943 and Mary was by his side each time they moved and transitioned to their new homes. They lived in Maine as well as in Germany. Together Mary and Frederick raised their two children, Carolyn and Robert, and settled in Portland as their children grew older. Mary heard of a fixer-upper home on Great Diamond Island and convinced her husband that after they fixed the home it would be a wonderful place for family to gather. To this day Robert, Mary's son, spends summers on Great Diamond Island, sharing his stories and memories with Mary's grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Mary was a communicant of St. Pius X Church and had a talent for needlepoint. She created elaborate needlepoint designs and shared her creations with family and friends.
Mary was predeceased by her husband, Frederick G. Giggey, a veteran, in 2004; a daughter, Carolyn Ogden; a brother, Philip Meissner. She is survived by her son, Robert Giggey and his wife Evangeline Lausier of NC; five grandchildren, Abigail and Katheryn Giggey, Warner and Margaret Ogden, Angelique Lausier; two great grandchildren, Logan Medlin and Amelia Halloway.
Visiting hours celebrating Mary's life will be held from 3-6PM on Thursday, September 27, at the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. Prayers will be recited at the Funeral Home at 10:15AM on Friday, September, 28, followed by an 11AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Avenue, Portland. Burial will be at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. To view Mary's memorial page, or to share an online condolence please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
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Mary–the quintessential hostess. She schooled many of use on how to do the same. Rest in Peace, Mary
– Suzanne Lausier
Grandma Mary took me in as a granddaughter without hesitation and for that I will be forever grateful. I’m glad she is finally at peace and reunited with Grandpa.
– Annie
My deepest condolences to the Giggey family in the passing of Mary. Caring for her while I worked at Seaside was such a pleasure. She was very pleasant and happy all the time. I remember her being so polite and always having sweet words to tell me whenever I came into her room. Prayers for Lord’s comfort and healing during this difficult time. I feel very fortunate to have known such a wonderful woman for the time I did. -Arianna Dupont, CNA from Seaside.
– Arianna Dupont
We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Mary’s passing. Our sincere condolences are extended to Bob and family. So many fond memories. She will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Bob, Sharon and family
– Bob Meissner