Mary Martell

Mary E. (Gagnon) Martell Richmond Mary Elizabeth (Gagnon) Martell, 92 passed away on Thursday March 25, 2010. She was born on March 23, 1918 in Burlington, VT eldest daughter of 9 children of the late Joseph and Mary (Brown) Gagnon. Mary attended Cathedral School. On August 20, 1946 she married Robert Martell of Burlington. Together they made their life in Burlington where they raised their children. She enjoyed giving time to the Catholic Daughters (she was grand regent), the Athena Club, Shelburne Museum and Meals on Wheels. She worked at Magrams, Ray’s Clothing Store, Woolworth’s and The Green Door. Mary loved to play cards and shopping. She was the most thrifty shopper we ever met. Mary is survived by her children: Wade Martell and life partner Michael Suffin of CT; Peter Martell and wife Bertha of Tigard, OR; John Martell and wife Marianne of Underhill; Grandchildren: Osama Martell and wife Marie of CA; Elizabeth Beck and husband Jason; Monica Martell all from Tigard, Oregon; Brian Martell and wife Stacy; Ellen Martell all of Williston; Alyson Martell of Underhill; Great grandchildren: Kaylee and Bryce Beck; Rylee Gaustad all of Tigard Oregon; Christion Martell of Williston; Julius Martell of California; Her brothers: Charlie Gagnon and wife Alice; Bernard Gagnon; Jimmy Gagnon; Paul Gagnon and wife Rose. Her sisters: Theresa Bellizzi and Phyllis Gesicki; Many nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her husband Robert Martell her brothers Reverend John Gagnon and Larry Gagnon and her infant great-grandson Timothy Martell. Mary’s life was full and prosperous. There will be no public visiting hours. Memorial services and inurnment will be at the convenience of the family. The family is being assisted by Direct Cremation Services, 57 Main Street, Essex Jct., VT 05452. The family invites you to share your memories and online condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhomes.com