Mary “Monica” Driscoll passed peacefully at the age of 79 surrounded by her 5 loving children after an extended illness.
Monica was born to Richard and Gertrude Holland on June 12, 1935 in Butte. Monica attended St. Mary’s School and Girls’ Central High. She worked as a candy striper at the Murray Hospital until her marriage to Jack Driscoll on November 16, 1952, and theirs was a true love story.
Mom was a dedicated and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a homemaker for the greater part of her life until her children were raised and then she joined Dad working as his meat wrapper for several years until their retirement.
Mom was preceded in death by her loving and beloved husband, Jack; son, Daniel; parents Richard and Gertrude Holland; brothers-in-law, Chuck Driscoll, Ronald Erlandson and Robert Driscoll; sister-in-law Patricia Driscoll.
Mom is survived by her 5 loving children, Chuck and Jeni Driscoll, Cathy Driscoll, Danette Driscoll, Susan and Nate Bean, Bob and Cheryl Driscoll. Grandma is also survived by her adored grandchildren, Daniel and Nichole Driscoll, Tom Johnson, Sean and James Driscoll, Maureen and Trail Black, Christa and Cody Leach, Jaclyn Schulte, Shalyn and Marissa Bean, Kyleigh and Molly Driscoll, Ashley and Jordan Driscoll; great grandchildren Ty Joseph Johnson, Jayden Jack Driscoll, Callum Black, Brooklynn Monica Leach, and Jackson, Trenton and Makenna Bean. Brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Carol Holland of Casper, Wyoming; sister Cecilia Erlandson of Butte and sister-in-law Helen Driscoll of Billings and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.
Our mother loved much and was much loved. She will be remembered and honored as we carry forth her and Dad’s legacy of love, loyalty and devotion. Godspeed, Mom.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 30, 2014 at Saint Ann’s Catholic Church, 2100 Farragut Ave., Butte, Montana. Burial will follow the Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery, Butte, MT. A reception will follow the burial in the social hall at the church. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Monica.
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Saturday August 30, 2014
Saint Ann's Catholic Church
2100 Farragut Ave.
Butte, Montana 59701
Rite of Committal
After the Mass
Saturday August 30, 2014
Holy Cross Cemetery
Butte, Montana 59701
Reception
After the burial
Saturday August 30, 2014
Social Hall of Saint Ann's Catholic Church
2100 Farragut Ave.
Butte, Montana 59701
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Saturday August 30, 2014
Saint Ann's Catholic Church
2100 Farragut Ave.
Butte, Montana 59701
Rite of Committal
After the Mass
Saturday August 30, 2014
Holy Cross Cemetery
Butte, Montana 59701
Reception
After the burial
Saturday August 30, 2014
Social Hall of Saint Ann's Catholic Church
2100 Farragut Ave.
Butte, Montana 59701
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Joe Cassidy says
Good bye, Monnie, love you and rest in peace. My deepest condolences to all of wonderful children.
Mari Stosich-Wall says
Sue and entire Driscoll clan, I am so sorry to hear about Monnie. What a wonderful woman who always made me feel like part of the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Monnie, you will be missed.
Mari and Scott
Christa says
Loved you Sooo much gram gram. We are all hurting from missing you but are happy you’re with papa now and free. The whole family will cherish all the memories you and grandpa gave us and built this family around.
Danette says
Oh Mommy – I miss you so…I know you are happy and joyous & free with Dad. You were the very best mother and friend I could have ever asked for. Thank you for so much Mom – I learned how to be who I am from you. You will always be remembered, forever missed, and eternally loved. Hugs & kisses to you & Dad in heaven. LOVE you forever.
Cathy Driscoll says
Mom, I can’ t even begin to tell you how much I miss you. I will miss my “momma hugs” more than anything else. You meant the world to me. I could tell you everything, and now I don’t have anyone to tell. I love you and I miss you, but I do know you are with dad and that is what makes me happy. You two needed to be together but I will, and do miss you always and forever. Love you foever Cathy.