Mary Kelliher

MADISON - Mary C. Kelliher, age 50 of Madison, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Sunday, January 31, 2016. She was born to the late Lawrence Kelliher and Louanne Roberts on January 1, 1966.

Mary graduated from Madison West High School in 1984 before obtaining an Associate's Degree in Accounting from MATC. She worked at the National W Club and then became an Assistant Business Manager at Video Station. Further down the road, Mary decided to be a stay-at-home mom to her daughter Allison, as well as a caregiver to Lauren and Maddie Keepers, two children she looked after like her own.

Family was Mary's passion and delight. She spent hours with her daughter Allison, her nieces and nephews, going shopping and doing crossword puzzles. She greatly enjoyed meeting family for dinner, keeping everyone connected. Mary also had a very nurturing and caring way with animals and leaves behind her beloved cat, Norman.

Mary is survived by her daughter Allison; her five siblings, Sally (Brian) Huegel; Tom (Gina) Kelliher and their two daughters, Erin and Caitlin; Nancy Kelliher; Susan (Keith) Kinion; Bob (Teri) Kelliher and their two sons, Grant and Ryan.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Vincent and Frances Roberts and Raymond and Margaret Kelliher; her uncles, Dr. Richard Roberts and Vincent Roberts. She also leaves behind numerous loving relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Mary's Life will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Family will greet friends after 4:30 p.m. until the time of service. Private burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the family in support of Allison's college education. Checks can be made to: Allison Kelliher College Fund and mailed to 5788 Auburn Drive Fitchburg 53711.

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Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3610 Speedway Road Madison
(608) 238-3434