Domenica Barclay
Domenica (Abramo) Barclay, 88 of Beverly formerly of Fort Lauderdale, Fl died peacefully January 22rd at Brudnick Center for Living, Peabody after a brief illness.
Born in Boston, Marge, as she was fondly known, was the daughter of the late Guiseppe and Sebastiana Abramo and was one of six siblings. She attended Boston Girls’ High School and was a graduate of Medford High School. Marge was employed by the former Colonial Hilton as a banquet waitress before retiring to Florida in 1984.
She was the wife of the late Gerard O. Lavoie and the late William C. Barclay. Marge and Gerard parented 10 children. She was mother to one step daughter.
Marge was predeceased by her son Roy. She leaves 10 children: Theresa Collier and her partner Mark Plotczyk of Shrewsbury, MA; Laura Stinnette and her husband Richard of Russell, MA; Annette Bilo and her husband Antonio of Georgetown, MA; Paulette Lavoie Beebe, the wife of the late Frederick of Hull, MA; Jean Ayles and husband Thomas of Hamilton, MA; Joseph Lavoie of Danvers, MA; Philip Lavoie of Beverly, MA; Carol Lavoie of Danvers, MA; David Lavoie and fiancée, Helene Langley of Kennebunkport, ME; and Alison Titcomb, Ewing, NH. Also, she is survived by her sister Josephine Parziali of Santa Barbara, CA, and sisters-in-law, Marion Abramo of Brunswick, ME and Ruth Abramo of Lynnfield, MA. In addition, she is survived by 18 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren.
Marge lived a long, socially active and adventurous life. She and her late husband Bill traveled throughout North America as well as Europe. She spent many happy years in Park City in Davie, FL organizing social activities as president of several committees. She loved singing, acting, dancing and coordinating various shows and dinner dances.
There are no calling hours. Services are private. Memorial contributions may be made in Marge’s name to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan Street, B-102, Danvers, MA 01923.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all..
Diane
Sorry you have lost a most beautiful woman, Gd bless all of you. Gin & Gordie Smith
Prayers go out to you Joe and your family.
My thoughts are with you and your family. Molla Perrigo
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. She was such a fun, vibrant person who will be missed by many. Find comfort in your happiest memories.
So sorry to hear! She sounded like a fun loving life is to short gal! Now she is your angel above!
Remembering an amazing Aunt, my love and prayers to all.
I am sorry for your loss it’s really hard to lose some one especially a parent I know I lost my mom a few years,ago
Maurice titcomb epping NH alisons husband
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Love, Jimmy & Elizabeth
I have fond memories of working with Marge at the Colonial Hilton back in the day. We shared some good times together. Wonderful woman inside and out, who will dearly be missed. My sincere condolences to the whole family.
Love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She had a wonderful life and a wonderful family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in your great memories and the knowledge that she was an active lady who loved life. Blessings to all. Charlie and Shelley
Paulette and family,
Reading about your mom’s life was very special. She sounds like she had a full and happy life. God bless you all ….you now have another angel to watch over you.
Love, Joyce and Jerry
Your mother was incredible especially balancing work, socializing and raising 9 children. “A Mother is not a person to lean on, but a person to make leaning unnecessary” She raised you all to become individuals and independent
Although you are each unique you share One Heart “The Lavoie Heart”
She was spunky feisty practical warm Welcoming active…loved to dance She had a full beautiful life! And she taught me how to sew !! HUGS
It is so very clear where all of you got your zest for life and your ability to be loving human beings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May her memory be eternal. Sorry for your loss. I remember you Mom down here in Naples FL. She was the prettiest women.
We had fun. She was a wonderful mom, and it shows in
the children she had.
Carol, My condolences to you and the family, Prayers for you and the family, S.I.P. to your mom, and as you already know We are here. Love Maria A. and the DaVita Family at Salem, MA.
Dear Jean, Paulette and Family, Our deepest sympathy to you and your families. You have such a loving family and have wonderful memories. May her memory be eternal!
Although we never had the pleasure to meet your mother, we can see her in you, Jean. Sincere sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Hugs.
I have such wonderful memories of your Mom and all of her siblings! Growing up in our large and wonderful family was a joy! Aunt Margarat was a fun loving person and always made sure she included everyone! She will be missed more than you know! My condolences to all of you! I miss and love you all! God rest her soul!
Love and prayers
Pam and Al