Marguerite-Ann Claffey

Marguerite Claffey, daughter of Francis J. Claffey, Sr., and Marguerite Dunn Claffey, was born and raised in Hartford. She resided in West Hartford, Keene, NH, Suffield and East Windsor at various times. She passed into eternal life on March 7, 2019 after a long, arduous fight with cancer. A strong Christian woman of faith and hope, Marguerite attended Mass daily whenever possible. She was a kind and loving daughter who cared for her father until the end of his life. In her younger days, Marguerite traveled to various countries on vacation. Marguerite leaves behind her three brothers and their children: Francis J. Claffey, Jr. of Somersworth, NH, and his wife Yvonne and their recently deceased son William Claffey; Joseph R. Claffey, Sr., of South Windsor and his deceased wife Christina, their two children, Maryann Fielding (and husband Greg) of South Windsor, Joseph Claffey, Jr. and his wife Leigh of Berlin; also George F. Claffey, Sr., and his wife Mary in Newington, along with their two children, George F. Claffey, Jr., and his wife Maria of Newington, and Peter M. Claffey of Prosper, TX, and his wife Eleanor. She also leaves her cherished Aunt Catherine Eckert of Windsor and Uncle Robert Claffey of East Hartford. She was affectionately called “Auntie” by her three grandnephews and three grandnieces. She leaves numerous cousins to mourn her passing. Marguerite had several circles of close friends. She started her career as a secretary at Weaver and Hartford Public High Schools where she met her long-time friend Helen. She also worked for some time at Sovereign Bank (Boulevard West Hartford). One special group was her high school classmates from Holy Trinity High School, who more recently became very important to her. She also had the joy of many neighbors who looked out for her. The family wishes to thank all those who sent cards, well wishes, and visits during her last weeks at Jefferson House, Newington. She sincerely appreciated the warm thoughts and prayers. We also wish to commend the entire staff at Jefferson House for their kind, considerate, and compassionate care during Marguerite’s several stays there. From the cleaning staff, aids, nurses, and her social worker Michele as well as the admission director, Maureen. Everyone was always pleasant and helpful in whatever ways they thought would be of service to Marguerite and the family. There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 10:00 a.m., at The Church of St. Timothy , 1116 North Main St., West Hartford. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to a cancer organization your choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.molloyfuneralhome.com