Mary M. Dodge

Mary M. Dodge, 94,  was taken home by the Lord on Sunday, March 17,
2024.   Able to live independently, she drove until the last few months,
running her own errands and visiting family and friends.  Her family was
lovingly “circling the wagon” in her last days, making sure she was safe
and cared for each day.

Mary was born to Willis L. Jodrie and Ella M. Jodrie (Jordan) October 1,
1929 in Westbrook, Maine: the youngest child with 4 brothers, George W.,
Charles R., Willis L., and Kenneth F who lost his life in World War II.

A graduate of Deering High School in 1947, she went to work at Portland
Gas Light Company, until her marriage.

Married to Robert B. Boyle on October 1, 1959; she happily dedicated her
life to being a loving wife and mother. Robert B. died after a short
illness on March 9, 1977. Their 3 children are Judith Street and husband
Erik, Robert Boyle and partner Marcia Davis, Deborah Shugars and husband
Charles.

Married to Norman Dodge on July 5, 1980; she had 5 Step Children, Ronald
Dodge, Bonnie Searles and husband Mark, Kenneth Dodge and wife Sally,
Sandra Mears and husband Beau, Bradford Dodge.

In all , there were 19 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren, whom
she watched over closely and adored.

Mary loved baking and would always have fresh blueberry muffins for
visitors and enjoyed making cakes and cookies for the family.  Knitting
and making quilts were also her hobbies.  Panther Pond was her favorite
place, where she never stopped enjoying a peaceful ride around the lake.

This verse best describes her: 1 Peter 3:3,4. Your beauty should not
come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the
wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes.  Rather, it should be that of
your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which
is of great worth in God’s sight.

There will be a family celebration of life for Mary later in the Spring.

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