Obituary of Mary K. Quinlivan

Age 55, of Buffalo, NY, went home to our Lord April 5, 2020 after a lifetime of courage and grace. Predeceased by parents, James and “Kass” Quinlivan and nephew, Jimmy Quinlivan. Mary was born to Jim and “Kass” Quinlivan on July 6, 1964. She attended Mount Mercy Academy and received her Bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State University in 1984. She worked many years at United Way of Buffalo and for several other Not-for Profit Agencies. She was an active member of the Daughters of Erin. Loving sister of Patrick (Mary Beth Bauer) Quinlivan, Susan Walters, Eileen (Steve) Moriarty, Rev. William Quinlivan, Joseph (Daughn Kennedy) Quinlivan; devoted aunt of Kevin, Katie, Sean, Caitlin, Matthew, Meghan, Daniel, Michael, Thomas, Bekah and Grace and great aunt of Henry. Mary was a gifted writer who loved her Irish heritage and enjoyed researching her family genealogy. Mary adored and spoiled her West Highland terriers, Benny and Gracie. She was known by those who loved her for her Irish wit. Private burial service. Memorial Mass to be scheduled at a later date. Donations in Mary’s memory may be made to St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy; PO Box 448 Buffalo, NY 14215.