Mary E. Connolly, 96, of Milton.  Born in Boston and educated in the Boston Public Schools, graduate of South Boston High School.  Mary worked as an administrative assistant for the Federal Railroad Administration.  She was the most senior employee at the time of her retirement in 1985.  After her retirement she was totally dedicated to her grand nieces and nephews.

Mary was the sister of the late Madeline Devin and Joseph Connolly and aunt of the late Kathleen Mullen and Michael Devin.  She is survived by her nephews Brian and George Devin of Milton and grand nieces and nephews Molly and Julie Mullen, Michael, Max, Courtney, Kerry, Nora and Samantha Devin.

The family wishes to thank the sisters and staff of Marian Manor for the comfort provided to Mary for the last few years.

Interment New Calvary Cemetery will be private.