Mary Ann Moriarty
Long Time Delta Airlines Agent
Mary Ann Moriarty of Winthrop passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on May 1. She was 92 years old.
Born in Winthrop, the beloved daughter of the late Agnes (Marion) and Charles Briggs, she was a life-long resident of Winthrop and worked as an agent for Delta Airlines for many years.
She was the devoted wife of the late John R. Moriarty and the loving mother of Cathlene Pellicelli and the late John R. Moriarty, Jr., dear sister of Robert Briggs, Laura Keene and Charles Briggs, loving sister-in-law of Alice Hayes, Margaret Briggs and Garrett Keene and cherished grandmother of Colleen, William, Patrick, John and Amanda.
A graveside service was held in the Cross Street section of Winthrop Cemetery on Monday, May 16, 2022.
To sign the online guestbook, go to www.caggianofuneralhome.com.
Debra “Debbie†Lee McClelland
Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sister and Friend
Debra “Debbie†Lee McClelland, 64, of Kennebunk, ME, formerly of Norwell and Hampton, NH, passed away peacefully at home on May 14 surrounded by her loving husband and three sons.
Loved ones will remember her for her incredible kindness, sense of humor, positivity, strength, courage, and endless gratitude. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend.
The beloved wife and best friend of Bruce for 42 years, she was the proud mother of Mark McClelland and his wife, Janine Santilli of Winthrop, Dan McClelland and his fiancée, Lauren Cristoferi of Marshfield and Steven McClelland and his partner, Eric Evangelou of Portland, ME; proud grandmother, “Yaya†of Xander and Flynn; beloved daughter of the late Mary (Stevenson) and Ralph “Jimmy†Monegan; loving sister of Val Monegan, Mike Monegan and his wife, Carol; beloved daughter-in-law of the late William and Frances (Tirrell) McClelland; loving sister-in-law of Lianne (McClelland) and Jimmy Higgins and Robert McClelland and his wife, Sissy. She is also survived by a caring and supportive group of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and close friends.
Debbie was very active and had a profound appreciation for nature from a young age. Her favorite activities included hiking, skiing and swimming. She loved spending time at the beach, where she collected sea glass, driftwood and stones – eventually transforming them into beautiful pieces of artwork or jewelry. She was a talented artist who loved expressing her creativity through writing, painting, sewing, cooking and crafting.
She had a love for pop culture and nostalgia – plays, musicals, music, TV shows, movies, actors and singers were some of her favorite topics to discuss. She was always up for puzzles,trivia contests or games, whether using a board, dice, cards or controller. She enjoyed playing Nintendo, especially Dr. Mario with her husband, Bruce, well into their fifties.
Debbie met and fell in love with Bruce when they were seniors at Winnacunnet High in Hampton, NH. She always excelled in school, graduated as class valedictorian and later from Smith College cum laude. Throughout her education, the only thing she valued more than her academic achievements were the lifelong friendships she cultivated along the way.
She and Bruce married shortly after graduation and settled in Norwell in 1985. She worked in numerous roles for the town, including as an active member of the planning board and conservation committee. She also became a substitute teacher and classroom aid at different schools throughout the South Shore and supported Bruce in starting his business in 1991.
Ultimately, being a selfless mother to her three boys was Debbie’s most valued role. She loved baking treats, sewing costumes and making every birthday and holiday special. Helping them with homework, teaching them to swim, and planning trips to places like Disney World were just a few of her favorite memories with them. Above all, spending quality time with her husband, sons, grandsons and beloved dog, Maggie, gave her the most joy in life.
Debbie was a true warrior throughout her battle with breast cancer. From the time of her first diagnosis in 1988 until her fourth in 2020, she handled dark moments with grace, determination,and humor. Her devoted husband never left her side throughout the endless appointments and painful effects of chemo and radiation therapy. Raising her boys and watching them grow into caring and loving men was always the driving force behind her strength and perseverance, which never wavered.
For those who were lucky enough to call Debbie a friend, you know that she wanted us to celebrate her life. We will celebrate her positivity through the kindness and compassion we​ show to others because she will always be with us. Our family is incredibly appreciative of the outpouring of support from family, friends, doctors and caretakers.
There will be a private service for immediate family only. “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel†~ Maya Angelou
Frederic Bass
Of Winthrop
Frederic J. Bass of Winthrop passed away on May 14 after a brief illness. He was 75 years old.
Fred worked in the Information Technology field before his retirement. Following a passion for travel and adventure, Fred lived in various parts of the world, including China and Hawaii. Having an enthusiasm for motorcycles, Fred enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson along Winthrop Beach and the scenic Kancamagus highway.
He was the son of the late Leo and Bessie (Katz) Bass, brother of Richard of Texas and Dennis and his wife, Nancy of Winthrop; uncle of Denise, David and Michael.
Funeral Services and Interment will be private. To leave an online condolence please visit www.ruggieromh.com.