Clare C. Lawless
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Clare C.Lawless passed away peacefully at her home in Highland Township, PA on Sunday, Dec. 20th, 2020. She was 95. Born in Meriden, CT she is the daughter of John and Frances Curry. Upon graduation from Meriden High School, she attended Willimantic Teachers College before being recruited as a stewardess for United Airlines.
Clare is preceded by her loving husband of 40 years, John F. Lawless Esq. who served as a Naval Officer in WWII. Also, by siblings Margery Scully of Clinton, CT and Jack Curry and David Curry of Meriden, CT. She is survived by sister Winifred Saunders and brother Capt. Leo Curry USN (Ret) of West Chester, PA and by her four children, daughters Mary Lawless and Curry Hagerty and sons John Lawless Jr. and Anthony Lawless, and by grandchildren Grace, John and Annie Hagerty.
Clare was a devoted mother and grandmother. She had a rare warmth of personality that left a lasting impression upon all who met her. She was a devout Catholic and an avid traveler, sports fan, and bridge player who enjoyed volunteering her time at church events and throughout many years as a docent at Winterthur Museum. Lifelong friends, as well as new, enjoyed Clare’s zest for life, love of adventure, and a streak of mischief.
A memorial mass will held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, September 11, 2021 from St. Malachi Catholic Chapel, 76 St Malachi Rd, Cochranville, PA 19330. A vistitation will take place from 9:30 until the start of the service.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online Condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
We are so sorry for your
We are so sorry for your families loss. Mrs. Lawless was so very kind and a happy person and a dear neighbor. Love and prayers to you all.
Fondly,
Chuck and Marge Murray
So sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a beautiful and sweet woman with a wonderful smile. I remember being in your kitchen when we were young and she was making hot chocolate for us and made me feel so welcome with her smile and conversation. Prayers for peace in your heart. Sandy Conover Reel
So very sorry for your loss,
So very sorry for your loss, Mary. Thinking of you with live and strength, Sandy
Mrs. Lawless’s death
i knew Mrs.Lawless from Church and her son, Anthony. She was always a very fine lady with always a smile and a real “class” about her, Rest In Peace !
My condolences
Anthony,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 🙏
So sorry to hear , Our
So sorry to hear , Our prayers are with all of the families. She was a great Lady and very good to our family. Rest in peace . Paul S Karmilowicz.
My Condolences
Dear Curry and Family:
My condolences on the loss of your mother. She was without a doubt a fun and entertaining personality. I remember her well in our high school years. I hope she is in a better place.
Dennis B. Young
Love & Prayers
Sending love and prayers. I sensed how much your Mom was loved from the stories and photos you shared, Curry.
xo
Adrienne Bacchus
Hi MiMi,
Hi MiMi,
So sorry to see the passing of your Mother on the website. So glad I was able to see you and your Mother a couple months ago at your childhood home. It brought back a lot of good memories. Your Mother always did make me feel so welcome. Prayers for you and the family.
Diane Lantz Umble
My Aunt Clare
Mimi, John, Anthony and Curry......I am so saddened that your mother has passed . She always was a great and fun Aunt for me and my sister Kathleen. She was glamorous and we were just so happy when she came to visit. My mother was Clares' older sister....I hope they have found each other in heaven with Grandma and Grandpa and Uncles Jack and David. They belong together for eternity. And finally..Think of Clare as living in the hearts of those she touched..for nothing loved is ever lost and my Aunt Clare was loved so much.
So sorry to hear
Dear Mary, Curry, John & Anthony,
I was so sad to hear that your mom died a month ago. My mother died last week -- the Two Claires, such lifelong friends and so many many fond memories of all the Lawless-Hanavan traditions and get-togethers, especially in those childhood years. The two of them wouldn't never stop talking, until finally your dad would have go sit in the car and beep the horn, which made us all laugh. I still dream about your mom's strawberry cheesecake - in fact, we measure all cheesecakes against that recipe and it hasn't met its match yet. I'm so glad to hear that your mom was able to get back to the farm and enjoyed the peace and beauty of the place that she loved so much. Sending best wishes to all of you at such a sad time.