Mary Anne McGee, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2023, at the age of 93.
She was born on August 21, 1929, to Raymond and Mary McGee in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mary Anne was one of seven siblings, preceded in death by her father Raymond, mother Mary, brother Raymond, and sisters Anne Marie (Buzzy), Bernadette, and Judith.
Mary Anne lived a full and accomplished life, serving her country as one of the early female Marines from 1951 to 1953 during the Korean Conflict. Always faithful and Always loyal, Mary lived the true meaning of Semper Fi. After her service, she settled in Northeast Minneapolis working for Dayton’s Department store and then Joined Eastman Dillon, Union Securities as an Executive Assistant.
She was a longtime member of the Minnesota Leathernecks MN-1 serving in a number of capacities including Chapter President. In 2014, she returned to the Philadelphia region where she dedicated the remainder of time with family and friends. She was known for her warm smile, kind heart, and gracious demeanor, always greeting everyone with a cheerful hello.
Mary Anne loved spending time with her family and friends and cherished the Annual McGee family reunion, where she would catch up with relatives from near and far. She never complained and always expressed gratitude for her family and friends. Mary Anne will be remembered for her positive outlook on life and the joy she brought to those around her.
Mary Anne is survived by her brother James and sister Veronica (Ronnie) son Adam, and grandchildren Noah, Ian and Paige as well as numerous nephews and nieces, all of whom loved her dearly. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who will remember her for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love.
The viewing will be held on Monday, March 13, 2023 from 10 to 11 AM at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 605 W. Street Road, Warminster, PA. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Military honors will be immediately after the mass.
There will be a Celebration of Life gathering at 12:30 at the VFW in Warminster, PA. Mary Anne will be laid to rest at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Women’s Marine Association womenmarines.org , in honor of Mary Anne’s service to her country.
Dear all of Mary’s family and friends,
I wish I could be there with you celebrating the amazing life of Mary McGee. She was one of the most incredible women I have ever known. Mary had a love of life that was contagious when you were around her. She went at life on all cylinders! She loved being a Marine and stayed active as a Marine her entire life and I got to be a part of that amazing world when she made me a Marine Auxiliary. I got to meet all her Marine friends. I went to their parties and celebrations and was so blessed to be with all these wonderful women. Mary was truly a self-made woman. I got to spend so much wonderful time with her and I still cherish that time. I have missed her dearly the last few years. We would talk on the phone and share our lives. My niece would visit me when I lived next door to Mary and Mary was her “Minnesota grandma”. I knew all of Mary’s family from her love of them and how much she cherished all of them. Even though I cannot be there physically to celebrate the life of the amazing Mary, I will be there in spirit. I know she will still be the glue of your family and will be sending light down on all of you.
Sorry for your loss she is in my prayers
To all of the McGee family, Aunt Mary was such a sweet woman, and will be sorely missed by all, I am sending LOTS of LOVE AND PRAYERS to you all ❤️ 🙏 BIG HUGS
LOVE Joanie, Bob and Megan Luv
Mary was always Aunt Mary to me, and more importantly she was my godmother. Mary was the most fun loving godmother I could have asked for. She never forgot to send a card or gift on the holidays, she was so thoughtful and caring. I remember playing with Mary at her desk in my Dads office, she always was silly and fun to be with. Mary always wore the most fun earrings a girl could ask for! As I got older I loved picking up Mary for lunch and going to one of her favorite places Psycho Susie’s, and I would often bring my grandmother Anna with who loved Mary and her company. Mary had THE BEST Christmas decorations of all time! A child’s dream… Although I haven’t seen Mary since she moved back east she has always been in my heart. Rest in Peace Aunt Mary, I will never forget your laugh and constant smile. My condolences to the family. Love Anne
Hi Anne, I’m Aunt Mary’s oldest nephew. My brother, Mike Griggs, is also one of her godchildren. My sister, Nancy, and I visited Aunt Mary in 2007 and we also had a stop at Psycho Suzie’s. My email address is rjg121@gmail.com. If you want to, send me an email. I’ll send you a copy of a photo from my 2015 wedding with Aunt Mary and the other Marines who attended the wedding. I have some other photos that might be of interest to you as well. Bob Griggs