Maryellen Ann Reidy

November 13th, 1935 - April 4th, 2024

Maryellen Ann Reidy, 88, of Tucson, peacefully passed away on April 4, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born in Chicago, IL, to Leo and Helen Sherlock (deceased), loving sister to Lee Sherlock, sister-in-law Mary (both deceased), and survived by Basil J. (Ingrid Moller) Sherlock. Maryellen married the love of her life, Timothy Reidy, on May 12, 1956, and moved moved to Tucson in 1963. She was a women of faith and began her services to God at Sacred Heart Catholic Church as a Youth Minister for 24 years. She then served as a Sacristan, Eucharistic Minister and loved bringing the Eucharist to the homebound as a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church. She also oversaw the Adoration Chapel and was instrumental in starting Divine Mercy Devotion. Maryellen is survived by her beloved husband of 67 years Timothy Reidy, her children Judy (Armando) Lopez, Patrick (Cathy) Reidy, grandchildren Ryan (Amy) Lopez, Aly (Gabe) Nevarez, Nick Reidy (Samantha Thomas), Christian (Chau) Reidy, Miranda Garcia, Angela Garcia, Allen (Heather) Garcia and 11 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Maryellen demonstrated to her family true unconditional love and she touched the lives of many throughout her life. We want to thank the staff at Amber Lights and Gentiva Hospice for their excellent and compassionate care. In leiu of flower please make donations to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Youth Group. Please make checks payable to SEAS (In memory of Maryellen Reidy) in the memo line, and send to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church at 8650 N Shannon Rd Tucson, AZ 85742

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Margaret Ann (Megan) Kornacker

Dear Judy and Family: Sending love and light to you in your time of sadness. I remember your mum at Sacred Heart and she was always so kind. My condolences, Margaret Ann (Megan) Kornacker

Published April 25th, 2024

Heather

Dear Tim, Judy and Patrick We were greatly saddened to hear of Maryellen's passing. She was a very special person who touched the lives of many through her faith, friendships, kindness and empathy. Her long standing friendship with our mother will never be forgotten. May your many memories bring you comfort at this time. The Penix Family: Todd, Kerry, Ivy, Holly and Heather

Published April 25th, 2024

Basil Sherlock

🕯️ We, Basil and Ingrid, brother and sister-in-law of Maryellen want to express our sadness and our condolences to Tim, Maryellen’s husband, Judy and Family, Maryellen’s daughter and Patrick and Cathy, Maryellen’s son and Family. Maryellen and Tim created a beautiful family, now with children and children’s children. Such a rich legacy of love, inclusivity, belonging and stewardship which is seldom to be found in today’s world. We are honored to be included in this all incompassing love. Maryellen, you lived an examplary life. We will always remember you!

Published April 24th, 2024

Timothy K. Penix

Dear Tin Judy and Patrick: I wish to send my deepest sympathy. to all of you. Your mom got us through the loss of my father so many years ago and my mom more recently. It is not possible for me to join you at the service, but you all will be in prayers now and always.

Published April 25th, 2024

Salpointe Catholic High School

🕯️ The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to Maryellen's family and friends. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Published April 24th, 2024

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