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MARY TERESA MAC MARTIN ( SPELLMAN )
Born: Dec 09, 1944
Date of Passing: Nov 27, 2013
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MARY TERESA MAC MARTIN (nee SPELLMAN) Our beloved "Spelly" passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at the Riverview Health Centre surrounded by her family. Mary will be lovingly remembered by husband Ted, stepdaughters, Lisa (Marc) Baltzan, and Kristine (Brad) Posthumus, grandchildren, sisters and brothers from Ireland, Margaret (Frankie) McGowan, Teresa Spellman, Gerard (Marian) Spellman, Tom (Nancy) Spellman, Josephine (Frankie) Lynch, Carmel (Johnnie) Moran, Bernadette (Michael) Ruane, 25 nieces and nephews, eight grand-nieces and nephews, her aunt, Sister Imelda, cousins, her brother-in-law Walter (Lynn) Mac Martin, and sister-in-law Pat (Russ) Duthoit. Mary was predeceased by her parents, Patrick and Josephine Spellman of Galway, Ireland. Mary was born December 9, 1944 in Galway, Ireland. Mary arrived in Canada with the Legion of Mary on February 28, 1968 and spent two years in The Pas and Thompson arriving in Winnipeg in 1970. She is a founding member of the Irish Association of Manitoba and their theatre company, The Tara Players. She has served as mayor, Queen, president, actress and many positions on the board of directors. Mary worked at the CIBC as teller and hostess for many years befriending customers, retiring in 2002. In 1996 she was presented with the Achievers President's Award. In 1987, Mary was presented with City of Winnipeg Community Service Award. In 1994 she was judged the best actor in the Acting Irish International Theatre Festival. Mary has performed in Irish plays across Canada and the United States. Ted would like to thank Mary's family from Ireland, his family, Father Eugene, and all our supporting friends for their kindness and help at this time. He would also like to thank the staff at Riverview Health Centre, CancerCare Manitoba, St. Boniface Hospital and St. Ignatius Parish. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service celebrating Mary's life will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street at Corydon Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Manitoba, CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, or the Damien Bessette Scholarship fund. Spelly was one of those special people in life that you never forget. Her light and her sparkle will continue to shine in our memories forever. We love you so much. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 29, 2013
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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I was saddened to hear about Mary's passing. She really was a genuine nice person. She never seemed to forget anyone's name. - Posted by: Ian McGlade (Friend) on: Dec 04, 2013
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Mary and I worked together at CIBC Portage and Hargrave branch in the early 1980s. Mary was such a hoot to work with and I loved it when we worked side by side. Our friend Andrea Long (Geary) aka 'dear girl' was usually on the other side and we all laughed way too much for the bosses liking, I'm sure! With Mary's wicked wit and mischievous sense of humour, we had a hard time keeping a straight face. She would whisper a little zinger right as a customer would walk up, then she'd smile this sweet smile at us and raise both her eyebrows just a touch and continue on as if nothing was amiss - it was all you could do to keep a straight face. We had so much fun and she was a lovely person to work with, and just a lovely person altogether. I lost touch with her after moving back to Ottawa but never forgot the fun we had. I was so sorry to hear of her passing but know that she will be missed by many.. - Posted by: Linda (Aldridge) on: Dec 02, 2013
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I met Mary at the Irish Club shortly after I moved to Winnipeg from Thompson in 1985. Any time I was there, Mary would say "Katie - sing The Old Turf Fire" for me. She was a beautiful, smiling, friendly woman and I am grateful that I knew her. I will think of her every time I sing Old Turf Fire, and will sing it in her honour. Please accept my condolences. - Posted by: Kate Ferris (Friend) on: Dec 02, 2013
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I first met Mary in 1970, shortly after she came to Thompson. Next time was almost forty years later, and her radiant smile still lit up the room; and her warm, caring and witty nature, made one feel blessed for being in her company. Our Deepest Sympathy to Ted. May her gentle soul rest in peace. Bernie Comaskey, Ireland. - Posted by: Bernie Comaskey () on: Dec 02, 2013
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Knowing Mary and Ted has been a wonderful experience in my and my family's lives. We have all enjoyed a special relationship with her and her husband Ted. May she rest in peace. Dottie - Posted by: Dottie White (Second Cousin) on: Nov 30, 2013
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Mary was truly a breath of fresh air. You couldn't not smile in her presence. May condolences to Ted and family. - Posted by: Marcelle Beauchemin (Met through the Tara Players) on: Nov 30, 2013
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So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was the life and soul of every party. - Posted by: Frank Finnerty, Galway, Ireland (First cousin) on: Nov 30, 2013
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I worked with Mary many years ago at CIBC. She was a lovely lady. Sorry to hear that she passed away. - Posted by: Charlotte Rous (Former co worker at CIBC) on: Nov 29, 2013
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I was and am a friend of Louisa Sawchuk and it was through her that I met Mary in the 1970's. Mary was charming and lovely and fun, with a winning smile and manner and instantly likeable. My heart goes out to all those that knew and loved Mary, especially her family and friends. The world will be a darker place without her in it. My condolences. - Posted by: Shirley Hain () on: Nov 29, 2013
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I worked with Mary Mac for 11 years at CIBC Grant Park and I will remember her fondly. She had a smile that would light up the entire branch and eyes that twinkled like the stars. She had a knack for telling a story and had a remarkable way of making everyone she encountered feel special. Mary Mac was one of a kind and I will remember her always. - Posted by: Ashlee Taylor (Coworker ) on: Nov 29, 2013
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Sorry to learn of Mary's passing. She was a wonderful lady. - Posted by: Bill Kavanagh () on: Nov 29, 2013
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Memories are what life is made of, and I have so many of our dear Mary. Dragging me to the Irish Club to meet her friends, always wanting to help out the indigent. Never a frown on that beautiful face. I know that there is an Angel smiling down on me and her name is Mary Spellman. With love! - Posted by: Susan (Karr) Lokken (Friend) on: Nov 29, 2013
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Sincere sympathy to the Martin and Spellman families in the loss of your dear Mary. We too remember her beautiful smile, wit, charm and willingness to help, both through our association with Folkorama and visits to the Tara Theatre. She was a special lady! - Posted by: Jackie Beaton () on: Nov 29, 2013
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So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. I worked with her for a number of years at CIBC. She was always so bubbly and had a very kind heart. She was a joy to know. - Posted by: Debbie (CIBC Co -worker) on: Nov 29, 2013