MaryAlice (Mason) Desclos
February 12, 1941 ~ June 27, 2012
SHAPLEIGH - MaryAlice (Mason) Desclos, 71, died June 27, 2012, at The Cedars in Portland. She was born in Ayer, MA on February 12, 1941, the daughter of Sidney Francis and Helen Lupien Mason. MaryAlice grew up in Pepperell, MA and graduated from Pepperell High School. She went on to the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and received her Master's in Elementary Education from Fitchburg State. She was a second, third, and fourth grade teacher with the Chelmsford School Department. She retired in 2000 after over 35 years of teaching. She was an active member of Lowell First Church of the Nazarene and a member of the Shapleigh Baptist Church. As a child, MaryAlice vacationed in Maine over the summers and made the permanent move to Maine in 2003. MaryAlice is survived by her beloved husband of 31 years, Daniel D. Desclos; brother John Sidney Mason and wife Sue of Portland; niece, Mary Beth Samosette and husband Ken of Londonderry, NH; nephew Donald Sidney Mason and wife Noemi of Haverhill, MA; and several cousins. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Shapleigh Church. Arrangements by Conroy-Tully Crawford Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland. Those desiring may make donations in MaryAlice's name to the American Cancer Society, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Ste 300 Topsham, ME 04086 , or at www.cancer.org.Online condolences may be expressed below.
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Dear Dan, So sorry to hear of MaryAlice’s passing. We didn’t even realize she was sick. We send sympathy wishes and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Carol and Bob
– Carol Linton
My prayers and symphathy goes out to Mary and her family. Childhood friends and church members. I remember Mr. Lupien would always pass out candy he would have in his pockets to all the kids in the neighorhood. The kids on Pleasant street and High street especially. The Masons house was always a welcomed place for us kids in the neighborhood. Very fond meories of the MaAson family. Donna Wilson North Carolina
– Donna Wilson Maclean
Dear Dan, Words cannot express our deep sadness at losing MaryAlice. She was so dear to both Bob and me, and to our children. I am happy for her that she is with our Lord and Saviour now…..no more pain! With love from both of us.
– Donna McDowell
Dear Dan, We are so sorry about Mary Alice’s passing. We have thought of you both so much these last few years…so very sorry we had lost touch. We love the both of you so much and have so many wonderful memories that we all shared. We are just shocked. We know that she is with the Lord now and is walking and singing in heaven.
– Denise and Joe Boisvert
So sorry to read about Mary-Alice’s passing. I remember when she worshipped at Lowell’s First Church…..her sweetness and willingness to help. Always had words of encouragement and a big smile. We were sad when she moved to Maine but excited that she was going to a place she loved. Now, she is with her Lord and will have a never ending smile…..may she rest in peace.
– Rachel Gray
Dear Dan, I am so sorry to learn of MaryAlice’s passing. I know how much you loved her and how you will miss her. I will be thinking of you. Sincerely, Margaret
– Margaret Donahue Lynch
Mr Daniel, I am truly sorry for the loss of your wife. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire family. God made a wonderful promise in Revelation 21:3-4,that(in His Kingdom)there will be no more death,pain,tears,and mourning. May you find comfort in God`s promise.
– D Beckett
Erin, Tommy, and I wish to express our sadness on the passing of Mary Alice. Both my children have fond memories of both Dan and Mary Alice; especially Erin who still talks about the summer week she spent with Mary Alice when she was 9 years old (21 years ago). I had the pleasure of calling Mary Alice a friend and remember her fondly – in church, in Sunday School, and at the many gatherings at her home in Chelmsford. Mary Alice will be missed.
– Cheryl Conlin