Irene Ann Foley (Richards)


Irene Ann Foley (Richards) passed away on July 30, 2024 at the age of 84.

Irene was the daughter of the late Mary (Owens) Richards and Charles Richards. Irene was married to the late David J. Foley. The two raised a family together in Stoneham. She was the beloved mother of Candice Donahoe (wife of Joseph, residing in Woburn), Brian Foley (fiancé to Sarah Barrera, residing in Florida) and Sean Foley (husband of Diana, residing in Michigan). Irene was the sister of Charles Richards of Maine, Charlene Neilson of Billerica and Lynne Dodge of Melrose. Irene was the loving “Nanny” to Christy, Emily, Ryan, Michael, Alex and Sean. She also leaves behind her many nieces and nephews.

Irene was a true lover of animals. She will be missed by family, friends, and all who knew her. Donations in her memory may be made to MSPCA of Boston or the Northeast Animal Shelter. A link will be provided below.

Irene’s Donation Link: https://support.mspca.org/site/Donation2?df_id=20472&mfc_pref=T&20472.donation=form1

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  1. Lillian Natola on August 6, 2024 at 9:05 am

    Candice and family. So very sorry for your great loss. 63 years is a long time to be friends with the sweetest person God put on this earth. I will miss Irene. Happy I saw her towards the end. May God rest her soul and may He keep Irene in the palm of His hand.



  2. Karen and Bill Savarese on August 8, 2024 at 12:50 pm

    Our deepest condolences for the loss of your mom. I’m sure she will be dearly missed.



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