June 21, 2006

To All Of Aunt Connie's Family:

I was lucky to have Aunt Connie as my godmother and her presence in my life truly was a blessing to me. I have memories of your mom that go back over fifty years. I just want to reminisce and share a few of them with you.

One of my earliest memories of Aunt Connie was when I picked up the extension phone upstairs in Honey and Ma's house and I heard her planning with my mother to take me to see a movie for my birthday. I think I was turning six years old and it would be my very first movie - Pinocchio! Oh how exciting that was, and what a good time we all had!

Another early memory is of your mom piling us all into an old car (gray, I think) and taking us to Forest Park for a picnic. There must have been at least eleven of us squeezed into that one little car - all of my family, several of you, Buddy and Joey Mazzei, and Maura and Johnny Ray. That memory is captured in a photo and I chuckle every time I look at it.

I remember the first time I walked home from Holy Family School to your house on King Street with Timothy. That seemed like a very long walk for me as a little girl but it was worth it because we had a Halloween party with dunking for apples.

Over the years, Tim and I celebrated many special occasions together - first communion, confirmation, graduations. Thanks to your parents and that movie camera, we have them all captured on film.

Once you moved over to Eastern Avenue, I often dropped in at your house and sat at your kitchen table, visiting with your mom and Aunt Jen. I especially remember those mornings when we were all headed off for Camp Sun 'n Fun with Patrick driving. Your mom could keep her cool even at the most hectic times,

When I got married, your mother held a bridal shower for me on the back porch and in your yard. When I moved away and had children of my own, Aunt Connie and Uncle Tim were the first to volunteer to drive my mother to Attleboro so she could see Jackie and Ryan.

The last time I remember visiting with Aunt Connie was when we drove her home from my mother's on a slippery night, probably in February. She was asking about weather conditions for the next day because she wanted to go out and see Aunt Agnes and Aunt. Pat. She always remained the caregiver .

Father Warren Savage did a wonderful job of speaking about your mom, but just about anybody in that church could have gotten up and eulogized her and "sung her praises".

She will be missed by all of us but she leaves a lasting legacy in her large and remarkable family.

Love,

Ellen

June 19, 2006

I was very grieved to hear of the passing of Aunt Connie. I was glad to have had a recent conversation with her by phone, and glad to hear that she was surrounded by her loving family for the last week of her life. Although you have many happy memories, I want you to know that my love and caring thoughts are with you during this transition of having her in your lives. Blessings to all of the family, and comfort from whatever sources you each find to assist you now and as the years go on. Love, Elizabeth and Meghan McMorrow

p.s. the book and photo gallery, poems and songs are so heart-warming, thoughtful and comforting.

Lizzy McMorrow (Eugene, OR) eamcmorrow@yahoo.com

June 19, 2006

My deepest sympathy upon the loss of your dear mother, sister, mother-in-law, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother. What a wonderful woman she was, like a beacon shining brightly, strongly guiding her family, and there for all of us, friends and fellow Holy Family parishioners growing up around the church in Springfield. I am grateful I was able to see her again after so many years at the Mazzei's 25th wedding anniversary celebration a few years ago. I regret I could not be with you all for the rites of Christian burial, where I could have expressed my condolences to you in person. You know I was with you all in spirit. May she rest in peace. Love and blessings to all the Noonans and to your extended family.

John Thomas (Baltimore, MD) johnmark17@comcast.n

June 18, 2006

Our brother Kevin's Father's Day reflection which accompanied the thank you letters
he sent in response to donations received at Open Pantry in memory of our mom.

Dear Carey

Today I heard about the passing of your dearly beloved mother and just wanted you to know that you and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that our Heavenly Father will continue to sustain you and your family through this time of sorrow

Carolyn Jackson (SPRINGFIELD, MA )

June 3, 2006

Dear Tim and entire Noonan family,

We learned recently of your dear mother's death and wish to express our deepest condolences. Fond memories come to mind of those "Holy Family/Cathedral" years and of your mother's warm and wonderful hospitality at our New Year's Eve and other "dance parties" in your rec room. Our thoughts and prayers are with you--may she rest in peace.

Fondly,

Joan (Thomas) Getchell and Ken Getchell (Mashpee, MA ) CapeCodGetchells@msn.com

June 2, 2006

I was saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs.Noonan.

Having grown up in the neighborhood of Holy Family, I fondly recall her gentle manner, sense of humor and kindness to all.

I know that she will be deeply misssed by her wonderful family.

With sympathy,

Ann Foley Ann Foley (Plainvillle, CT ) afol490@aol.com

May 31, 2006

Mark - Please acccept my sincere condolences on your loss. I know how hard it is to loose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this sad time.

Sincerely,

Ann Burke (Longmeadow, MA)

May 30, 2006

Dear Noonan Family,

My deepest regrets at the loss of your beloved Mother. Your brother George has been a dear friend to me both personally and professionally. We have exchanged many Massachusetts tales as my Mom was from Hoyloke. Your Mom and Dad's legacy lives on in each of you--if George is any example, they are smiling down on us all and are justly proud. May God's own compassion console you as you grieve this loss.

Bridget Brown (Maryville, MO ) mbb@asde.net

May 30, 2006

Mark,

Sorry for your lost. I can't make it tonight, but my family's thoughts are with you.

Brent Bean (Westfield, MA )

May 29, 2006

We will miss you Connie. You were one of a kind. Say hi to Tim from me.

Kate Moore (Peoria, AZ )

May 28, 2006

We will miss you so much Connie! We know you are happy to be with "Pa". We loved you and always had fun visiting!

Love,

Francie, Roger and Graham Francie John (Scottsdale, AZ ) fmj1177@cox.net

May 28, 2006

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Aunt Connie.There was much to learn from the generation before us.I thank God everyday for a family so full of devotion and love for one another.I know that she now has peace of mind and body and is happy to reunite with the many who have gone before her and whose loss we feel everyday.May you all feel comforted by the support of family and friends.She was a true matriarch and she will be greatly missed by so many. We shall hold you all in our thoughts and prayers. with great love and sympathy...

Jennifer (Daly) Spirito (Springfield, MA )

May 28, 2006

My thoughts are with all of you. "Aunt" Connie was always so good to me and my entire family and she will be greatly missed. I am glad only to know that she is no longer suffering. She lives on in all of you; what a legacy she has left behind!

I will keep her close in my heart and prayers. With much love; Kathleen (Daly) Leo and family (Wilbraham, MA )

May 28, 2006

She was a strong, sensitive and caring Mother and Grandmother. Her influence on me and my family will last our lifetime. Tralee will miss her weekly dinners with Grandma. I am glad that you are reunited with Dad. Mom, you will be forever in our thoughts and our hearts until we meet again. Our birthday will not be the same without you.

Love, Carey, Lenora & Tralee

Carey Noonan (Springfield, MA ) the.kerryman@verizon.net