Mary J. O'Connor

Mary J. O'Connor, of Revere, formerly of East Boston, a woman of profound faith, an unswerving servant to her family and community, and a dedicated worker, entered into eternal rest on January 5, 2026, at the age of 79. She was born in Laconia, NH, on September 25, 1946, to the late John W. O’Connor and Barbara A. (Sullivan).

Mary was a devoted member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Holy Cross in Boston. Her faith was the cornerstone of her existence, and she served God with grace and humility. She was not only an active member of her church but also served as Chapter President, Eucharistic Minister, and CCD teacher. Mary’s faith was not confined to words but was manifested in her actions and her unwavering dedication to serving others.

Mary was an independent, fun-loving, and spunky lady who always enjoyed a good time. She spent her professional life in the air freight industry, contributing her skills as an accountant to both Tiger Air Freight and later Pilot Air Freight. Mary’s interests included bowling, knitting, reading, and traveling. She and her mother spent many annual summer vacations together enjoying the beach on the Cape. She also spent many annual winter weekends at the Mount Washington Hotel. Mary graciously hosted her family for Thanksgiving and Easter dinners in her home. Family members continue to treasure the hand-knitted blankets she lovingly made for them.

She was a caring sister to Thomas C. O’Connor and his late wife, Barbara Ann, of Reading, and to the late John J. O’Connor and his wife, Theresa. She was a beloved aunt to Sean O’Connor and his wife, Gina, and their children John, Myles, and William; Kevin O’Connor and his fiancée, Meghan Lynch; Erin O’Connor and her husband, James Cohoon, and their children Michaela, Bronwyn, and Sloan; Jayne Tomforde and her husband, Carl, and their children Sydney and Karlie; and Jeffrey O’Connor and his wife, Mimi, and their children Patrick and Caitlin. She is also survived by many cousins and dear friends.

A visitation will be held at the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons Funeral Home, 128 Revere Street, Revere, on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Revere at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery.

In the words of the Apostle Paul, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Mary O’Connor lived a life that truly echoed these words. Her life was a testament to her faith and her love for her family and her community. We invite all who knew and loved Mary to share their memories and upload photos to her memorial page at www.buonfiglio.com.

Donations in Mary’s memory may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society and/or Sawtelle Family Hospice House in Reading, MA.