Janet F. (Mahar) Mcauliffe

MCAULIFFE, Janet F. (Mahar) of Norwood, MA passed away peacefully on July 21, 2022 at the age of 96 after a short illness. Beloved wife of the late Francis E. McAuliffe of Norwood, MA and sister of the late James E. Mahar of Scarborough, ME. Cherished daughter of the late William Garfield Mahar and Mary Frances (Carney) Mahar of Norwood, MA. Janet was a graduate of the Norwood High School Class of 1943 and later attended Katharine Gibbs in Boston. She was a life-long resident of Norwood who particularly loved dancing, playing cards and going to bingo. In the early years, a good athlete, she played tennis, softball, golf and bowling. Janet spent much of her time after retiring from Westwood Lodge at the age of 77 participating in many of the various activities and social gatherings at the Norwood Senior Center. She was forever grateful for the social support the senior center provided. In her opinion, there was no town like the Town of Norwood. Janet leaves two daughters, Diane Gold and Elizabeth McAuliffe of Dedham, MA, and a son Robert of Norwood, MA. She also leaves six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Donations may be made in Janet's name to the Courageous Parents Network (courageousparentsnetwork.org). A private graveside service will be held on Friday, August 12, 2022 at the Highland Cemetery in Norwood.