Mary W. Farley died peacefully surrounded by her family in Gulf Stream, Florida on May 8, 2014. Mary was a beautiful, vibrant and gracious lady, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and a friend to many. She will be greatly missed by all.

Mary was born on August 19, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA and married Jim Farley, the love of her life, in February 1952. They shared a wonderful, prosperous life filled with family, friends, adventures and lots of love and laughter. Mary was a warm and loving matriarch to her entire family. She brought an open heart, kindness, gentleness and an easy smile to everyone she met. Her classiness, strength of character, dignity and great faith served her well in good times and challenging times, and she was admired by many. Mary was an avid golfer, gardener and world traveler; she loved walking the beach and her generous and joyous nature made her a willing volunteer.

She was the beloved wife of James B. Farley, who predeceased her; the loving mother of James Farley (Julia), Mickey Farley-Austin (Robin), Connie O'Connor (Tim), and Scott Farley (Sue); the adoring grandmother of Conor and Erin Farley, James Austin, Katie, Kelly, Michael, and Sean O'Connor and Patrick Farley; the dear sister of Shirley Chrobak and Darlene Hallam (Andy), and sister in law to Bernie Carroll, Roseanne Sansoni and special aunt to many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 28, 2014, 11:00 A.M. at St Vincent Ferrer Church, 840 George Bush Blvd. in Delray Beach, FL 33483.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: St. Vincent Ferrer Church or Hospice by the Sea, Inc. 1531 W. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton, FL 33486.


Lorne & Sons Funeral Home, Delray Beach, FL in charge of arrangements.