Mary Toohig Kelly
- Feb 12, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Mar 11, 2025
1957 - 2025
OBITUARY
Mary Margaret Toohig was born in Manhattan NY on September 1st, 1957. Moved to Queens Village in 1961. Attended SSJA Catholic Grade School, St. Pascal’s High School, Baruch College NY. Mary became one of the first women to join N.Y.C. Fire Fighters in 1982. Was injured in 1986, fell off a building (two broken legs, tibia, knee screws).
Retired and married Brian Kelly 1992. Moved to Bellerose Village 1991. Mary lost Brian on November 12th, Queen of Peace – resting cemetery. Mary was the crossing guard in her village, she was loved dearly. We lost Mary on February 5th, 2025. We are all at a great loss. She was loved by all. Animal activist – loved all animals – rest in peace.
A special sister and friend, great aunt to her nephews. Mary, we will miss you dearly. You are with Brian now. Love you, rest in peace, Ellen, David, Joey, John, Tommy and all your friends, so many. Your friend Pam and her daughters, Wondie and Sal, Brian’s family.
In lieu of flowers please make donations in Mary’s memory to:
Private Service
Although I only knew Mary for a few years she was one of the most kind hearted person I have ever known. She loved all of her animals and the children she had grown to know. I was amazed how she knew every kids name as she crossed them across the street. Over the years we became more friendly and would share jokes and crazy antics of our childhoods. Mary is surely missed. May she rest in peace.
When I use to see her at pick up, she made me think of snow white , all the animals loved her , especially my dog , my dog would jump out of car window to get to mary, she was so sweet and had the squirrels n cats lined up waiting for her . She would tell them to get out of the street and they actually listened to her . She was so friendly. Rest in peace sweet Mary !! My dog violet still looks for mary , when we go for walks by the tunnel , Marys crossing guard station.
I am so very sad
I had so many nice chats with Mary
She will be forever missed
my condolences to your whole family
Deirdre Moore
It is so sad to hear about Mary's passing, she was more than a school crossing guard and more like a dear friend. She will be missed.
Dearest Ellen
We will keep you and your family in our prayers. We pray that over time that your tears will become sweet memories of your lifetime with such an amazing sister and friend. She will be missed!
Bryan and Theresa Campbell