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Mary Ellen "Mare" McDevitt Birch

Fort Myers, FL, USA
November 15, 1939 - March 14, 2020
Nov 15, 1939 - Mar 14, 2020
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Dear Ray, Christian & Justin, we just found out that  Mary Ellen had gone to be with the Lord.  How ironic that we would find out today, on the 5th anniversary of her passing.  We are so sorry that we are so late in our condolences to you, but please accept them.  You know that we loved the both of you, Mary Ellen, and Ray, dearly, and missed you when you moved away.  Please accept our most sincere sympathies on your loss.  Mary Ellen always had a smile on her face, and a good thing to say about everybody.  We can't imagine how you dearly miss her.
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Ray,

I can't believe how busy I am in "retired" life... but God makes me think about people I haven't seen for a while. You came into my mind. Not a coincidence that it was around the anniversary of your wife's passing. I hope you are well and would love to see you. I think I will 

contact Kathy Bossert and see if we can't get together and break bread.  Are you up for that?

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Happy, Heavenly Birthday, Mary Ellen.  Love you and miss you.  Forever in my heart.
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Ray, Christian, Justin, and all of your families - What a beautiful service and celebration of Mary Ellen's wonderful, kind and caring life. Sorry we were not able to be with you in person, but thank you so much for providing the stream for us to witness it virtually. Such a fine example of benevolence, dedication and kindness that Mary Ellen provided throughout her life. Our condolences and prayers to you all.
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Ray - we are sorry we can’t be there with you today. Our deepest condolences for the loss of your wonderful wife. It was a pleasure to know Mary Ellen. She was loved by all. I will forever be grateful for what you both did for my father. Much love, Mike and Monika Lowry
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Mary Ellen was a wonderful, loving light in this world! And, she was FUNNY! We loved and respected her. I loved her open mind and kindness. We miss her and miss you too, Ray. May God keep you safe while He and Mary Ellen watch over you and all of your family. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
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Hello Mr. Birch. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to you, Christian and Justin. Mary Ellen was a truly wonderful person. I have so many great memories of when you all lived in Bath. Mary Ellen was always interested in how I was doing and the events of my life. I will always hold these memories close to my heart.
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I think about this visit ofte…
2017
I think about this visit often. Mary Ellen lit up the room!
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Mary Ellen was staying with her sister, Nancy when Nancy's husband. Bud, died. A man came to their door with a story that he and his wife had car trouble and he needed $20. Mary Ellen reached into her purse and gave him $40 only to find out later that it was a big scam. That was my girl!
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We loved Mary Ellen and Ray of course.....she loved my potato soup....and made the best chicken soup..... they both were so good to us...❤❤❤..we miss them
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Birthday at Maryann and Jeff …
Birthday at Maryann and Jeff Mcgowan’s
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New Years Eve with this crew …
Maine, USA
New Years Eve with this crew for my teenage years!
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Had the whole bottom of the b…
2019
Had the whole bottom of the boat to ourselves
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2019
Cross country skiing mama
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