Mary Ellen was born on April 6th, 1954 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2025 in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Mary Ellen was the darling daughter of late Marshall J Wright and late Margaret Wright (Schorling) of South Boston, MA. Loyal sister to Kathleen Martin and her husband (late) David Martin. The (late) Marilyn Rogers and her husband John Rogers. Sister in law to the (late) Kenny and Marlene Martin of Norwood, MA. The (late) Mary and Steve McKunes of South Boston, MA. The (late) Ruth
Martin of South Boston, MA. Mary Ellen was the devoted wife of the (late) John H.J. Martin of South Boston, MA. Beloved mother of Paul Martin of South Boston, MA and girlfriend Jenn Cunio. Beloved mother of Patricia Martin of Abington, MA and her fiancé Matt Pentleton. Beloved mother of John Martin and his wife Jill Martin of Quincy, MA. Doting grandmother to Sean and Grace McCarthy, Halley and Taylor Martin, and John Paul Martin.
Mary Ellen had incredible catholic faith. She was a CCD teacher at St Augustine’s Parish for many years. Mary Ellen also sang and played guitar at Sunday Mass. Mary Ellen worked nights so she could be with her children, nieces, and nephews during the day and summers. They enjoyed beach adventures at the Lagoon and several afternoons at Farragut park (the tire park) and Columbia Park (the money park.) Sunday morning fried dough after church was her specialty.
Mary Ellen enjoyed drinking coffee while listening to country music and Irish music with her mother and sisters. She was very strong in every way. She consistently made everyone laugh being silly at the perfect times. She was as stubborn as they came when her mind was set. Mary Ellen is now at peace with her husband John continuing their incredible love story.
Please join us at Casper Funeral Home, 187 Dorchester St, Boston, MA on Tuesday, June 3rd 2-6PM, and Wednesday June 4th at Gate of Heaven Church at 10AM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Neponset, following the mass.