Surrounded by her loving family, the peaceful passing of Mary
Jane, 56, daughter of Ann (Callaghan) and the late Mel Patriquen,
occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Wednesday, July 25,
2012. In addition to her loving mother, Mary Jane is
survived by her devoted husband Mike Shelley and their three cherished
daughters, Catie, Casey, and Shannon. Also surviving is her
sister Kelly Patriquen and her daughter Karly; nephew Michael D.
Patriquen; niece Melana Patriquen; mother-in-law Shirley Shelley (late
Lou); step-son Joe Shelley; aunts and uncles including Sr. Nora Kelly,
Claire and Art McGuire, Mary Lou and Kevin Smith, Kay Callaghan (late
David); and several cousins. Mary Jane was
predeceased by her father, Mel Patriquen in 2005; by her brother,
Michael R. Patriquen in 2011; and by her grandparents Ronald and Agnes
Callaghan and Walter and Jean Patriquen.
Mary Jane’s chosen career was Nursing, and she
yearned to help as many people as possible with her selfless and
compassionate nature. For the past several years, she was
employed with the Mental Health Clinic in Saint John and was
passionate about psychiatric nursing. Mary Jane’s
unlimited and endless love and devotion to her family was
unsurpassed. Her family was always her number one priority
and in addition to the much-loved family get-togethers, she valued the
"special time" spent with each of her beautiful daughters
and loving husband. Words cannot adequately express to what
extent she will be missed.
A heartfelt and sincere thank you to the many doctors
involved in Mary Jane’s care and to the entire staff of 5AS
for the compassion and kindness shown to our beloved Mary
Jane.
Although there will be no visitation, relatives and friends
are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial, which will be
celebrated on Saturday, July 28, 2012 at 11:00 AM from Our Lady of
Perpetual Help Church in Rothesay, NB.
In lieu of flowers and in Mary Jane’s memory, the
family requests that you kindly consider a donation to
"Danielle’s Fundraiser". Danielle is
Mary Jane’s newest and very special friend who, at 23 years
of age and from out of town, is undergoing treatment for leukemia at
the Saint John Regional Hospital. This incredibly selfless
young woman and Mary Jane formed an immediate and special bond and
donations to this very worthy cause will assist her family with travel
and additional expenses not covered by Medicare. Mary Jane
would be elated knowing that she was instrumental in assisting this
family. Donations may be made payable to and sent directly
to Danielle’s family in care of her Mother: Susan
Parker, 15 Leslee Drive, Lincoln, NB E3B 6W7, or may be
placed and honoured at Brenan’s Funeral Home,
111 Paradise Row, Saint John, who are in care of the
arrangements. Online condolences and remembrances may be
placed at www.BrenansFH.com.
Condolences
Dear Family, My heart goes out to you at this sad time. I worked with Mary Jane for the past several years, we shared many laughs and chats. It has not been the same around work this past year without her. Know please Mary Jane was a great nurse/person and we will miss her! My heart and prayers go out to you during this time of sadness! Love and prayers, Kelly Matchett
— Kelly Matchett
Mike and family. We are so sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
— Barb & Murray McCavour
To Mike and Family, words cannot express the sadness and sympathy my family and I all feel because of Mary Jane's passing. Our condolences to you and your family.
John & Family
— John Fraser
From my family to yours, Mike, our deepest sympathy during this time.
— Sonny Urquhart
Dear Mike: We are so saddened for your loss. Our deepest condolences and sympathy. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. God Bless...Sandra/Stephen Mosher
— Sandra & Stephen Mosher
Mary-Jane was a colleague, a wonderful friend and I love her dearly.
I feel a great deal of sadness about her passing and I am praying for the family and for everyone who loved her dearly.
Je t'aime Mary Jane xoxo
— Line Michaud
Heaven has the most beautiful new Angel - Our Dear Mary Jane!
— Claire McGuire
We are so sorry for your loss.
— Cheryl & Dave Campbell
Casey, we were so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Your family are in our hearts and prayers. We pray that God grants your family a peace that passes all understanding.
— Patti, Marshall, Daniel and Lauren Hoyt
So sorry to hear of Mary Jane's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with your Family at this very difficult time.
Cathy (Melanson)Miller
— Cathy (Melanson) Miller
On behalf of the New Brunswick Competitive Festival of Music, I would like to express our condolences to Mary Jane's family. The Shelley girls have been a part of the annual Music Festival for many years, and Mary Jane was always there with them making sure they had music to pass in and being there as each girl's number one fan. Our thoughts and prayers are with Catie, Casey, Shannon, and Mike at this very difficult time.
— Nadine Lane on behalf of the NB Competitive Festival of Music
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the much too early passing of Mary Jane.I will always remember childhood family gatherings at our grandmother's and our great - aunts'homes.My heart goes out to her daughters. She was so proud of them whenever we spoke. A Mass and prayers will be offered at St. Francis Xavier Church in Sussex for the eternal repose of her soul. With heartfelt regrets - Jill
— Jillian Patriquen
So sorry to hear about your sister,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and if I can help in any way call.
— Ruth Nelson
I am away on vacation and can't be there. Sincere condolences on behalf of my husband Bruce and I and our family. Mary Jane and I shared many stories of our children. She was so proud. Family was everything to us both. How I miss our talks. A seasoned and skilled clinician she will be missed and remembered. My thoughts and prayers to Mike girls and all the family.
— Joanne Tynski
I am away on vacation and can't be there. Sincere condolences on behalf of my husband Bruce and I and our family. Mary Jane and I shared many stories of our children. She was so proud. Family was everything to us both. How I miss our talks. A seasoned and skilled clinician she will be missed and remembered. My thoughts and prayers to Mike girls and all the family.
— Joanne Tynski
I was so sorry too hear of Mary Jane's passing. I knew Mary Jane through being employed with Mental Health Services. My thoughts are with you at this trying time.
— Elaine Hooper
Dear Ann & Family: I was saddened to read of Mary Jane's passing this evening and send my heartfelt sympathies and condolences. My caring thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your faith, family and friends help to comfort you and ease your sadness . Gone too soon. Most sincerely Catherine Morris (late Wilfred )
— Catherine Morris
To the Shelly Family
I was so saddened to hear of Mary Jane's passing. I graduated from Nursing school with Mary Jane and have many fond memories of our time together. We used to play racquetball and partnered in school activities. i really loved everything about Mary Jane, she was the sweetest person and I loved spending time with her. I moved away to Calgary and we never kept in touch. i never forgot her and even though we didn't see each other I considered her my friend.
I send you my most sincere condolences and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
— Noella Stordy (Roper)
Dear Mike, Joey & family, we are so very sorry to hear of Mary Jane's passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
— Bob & Debbie Howard
My Sincerest sympathy to the family. Mary Jane was a co-worker when i worked as an orderly at SJRH and also later at Cozy Manor SCH where I had many interactions over the years with Mary Jane placing Residents in the Special Care Home, she was compassionate about her clients and was a pleasure to work with. Nursing was surely her Calling. May she Rest in Peace.
Mike Monahan
— Michael Monahan
I am sorry to hear about Mary Jane. It has been many years- the mid 70's actually. I worked with Mary Jane in the respiratory therapy department at the old General Hospital. My thoughts are with you- Take Care - Walter
— Walter Freeze
I just wanted to let you know my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. Nothing I can say will ease your pain but just wanted you to know I am thinking of you. Love to you and your family.
— Megan Cooper
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your cherished family at this time.Please remember ALL the Great times and know that some day you will be together again...God Bless
— Brian Speight & Mom Speight
You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Our door is always open for a chat.
— Karl and Libby Maskos
Mike, just heard the news, very sorry for your loss.Our thoughts are with you all. Gary Deb and family
— Gary Weatherhead
Kelly sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts are with you.
— Deb &Gary Weatherhead
I am so very sorry to hear about Mary Jane's struggles and with her passing. She was a very sweet and special Lady; my prayers are with all of you.
— Wendy Robichaud
We were so very sorry to hear of Mary Janes' death. We had no idea that she had been sick until Tuesday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a lovely lady and a wonderful co- worker.
— Gary and Susan Cooper
Casey,
I am really sorry I am not able to be there to support you on Saturday, but I want you to know that I will be praying for you and your whole family.
From what I've read, your mother was a lovely person, I admire her compassion very much.
God bless you my friend,
Michael Crate
— Michael Crate
Joe's Chmielewski's co-workers join together in sending our sympathies for the loss of your Mom, wife, sister and daughter. Bob's Dad died at the age of 57 many years ago and he found comfort in this Hopi Prayer below. We pray that you will find comfort in the days and weeks ahead. If we can be of any help please do not hesitate to call upon us. Sincerely, Bob & Claire Feulner and the entire staff at Image Access.
HOPI PRAYER
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on the ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush.
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there, I did not die.
— Bob & Claire Feulner
Dear Mike&Family
So sorry to hear of Mary Jane's passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.We will always remember Mary Jane as a loving and caring person.
— Marie Melanson & Family
Dear Mike & Family: Our condolences and sympathy to you and your family for the loss of Mary Jane. Our thoughts are with you and you and your family are in our prayers. RIP Mary Jane.
— O'DONNELL Cathy, Marilyn & Patty
We are saddened to learn of Mary Jane's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
— Bob Adams & Fran Oliver
Kelly and Family: I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. I remember Mary Jane when I worked at the Regional. She was a sweet and friendly person, always smiling. Remember the good times and special memories you shared together and hold them close to your heart. Praying for you at this very difficult time. Hugs.
— Judy McGuire
Please know that we are thinking of all of the family at this time . So very sorry for your loss. MaryJane was a wonderful , beautiful and very brave young woman .
— Nora & Bob Thomson
My heartfelt sympathy goes to all of you. I remember well my association with all of you, when Shannon was an infant and Catie was coming to lessons with Casey in the car. The years passed and we had Catie's recitals. Memories of Mike and Mary Jane's kindnesses will forever be remembered with love and appreciation. Know that I am thinking about all of you, and her mother. Just too young to leave! You are in my prayers.
My love, Mabel
— Mabel Doak
Kelly,My toughts and prayers are with you and your family.
— Mylene Drapeau
I am sure you are still in shock, at Mary Jane's sudden illness, with it's rapid progression & her untimely death ...
She was so young, a dedicated wife, mother, step-mother, daughter, sister, aunt & niece, in the prime of her life, with so much left to give ...
It is so difficult to understand ...
God, in his infinite wisdom, has called & welcomed her home ...
I hope you can find consolation in this promise of everlasting life, in Heavan with the Angrls ...
Praying that you find strength, comfort & peace in your faith ...
Remembering you in thought & prayer at this very difficult time ...
With deepest Sympathy ...
Pauline ...
— Pauline Lynch
Kelly were are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Terrie and Patti
— Terrie Murphy and Patti Hachey
Dear Mike,Catie, Casey, and Shannon
So sorry to hear of MaryJane's passing from Sister Nora. I have fond memories of our times at St. Vincent's High. Be assured of my prayers for each of you.
Sister Pat Poole,scic
— Sister Pat Poole
Kelly and Ann: I only heard from Danny about Mary Jane's passing. My heart goes out to you, and her family. Danny said her daughter gave a beautiful eulogy and the she looks just like her mom. I remember lots of fun times with you girls as children, and that Mary Jane had a sweet spirit about her. God Bless.
— Lori Patriquen
So very sorry for your loss. Shannon, your mom was a great lady, Danielle was heartbroken to hear the news. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time! xo
— Keith, Debbie, Andrea & Danielle Arsenault
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your beautiful, musical girls.
May God give you comfort during this very difficult time.
— kevin langford
We are so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
— Barrett Ives Family
Dear Mike and Famly,
I am shocked to have just learned of your terrible loss. Mary Jane and I were classmates and graduated together from St.Vincent's 1974.
I was happy when I ran into her at the SJRH in the mid 80's and learned she was full time on Psychiatry.She loved that area of Nursing and was very passionate about her practice. That was wonderful.
Having moved away from Saint John many years ago now, and not being in touch with too many,the news is just shocking.
My heart breaks for you and her children. You all will be in my prayers.I will have a Mass said here in Germantown for Mary Jane. God Bless all of you.
With Deep Sympathy,
Sincerely,
Cathy Sullivan MacDonald
— Cathy (Sullivan) MacDonald
Dear Kelly and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mary Jane was so beautiful inside and out. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
— Diane Adshade
It was with great sadness that we learned of Mary Jane's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. A donation will be made to the suggested fund. Steve & Fran
— Stephen Patriquen & Frances Hutchinson
From grade 9 to grade 12, I had a tremendous crush on Mary Jane, though never told her of course. She had the most wonderful smile in the world, and I remember vividly it was ALWAYS turned on. What a cutie.
— Paul O'Neil
