Mary “Sister” Catherine Abbott, 82, of Northborough and formerly of Framingham, passed away on October 25, 2021. Born in Newton, she was the daughter of the late Margaret “Peg” (Doyle) and James “Del” Ryan. She was the wife of 55 years to Raymond Abbott.

Mary was an avid reader and took pleasure in taking cruises. Most importantly, she was passionate about her family.

Mary is survived by her children, Michael Abbott and his wife, Jodi of Framingham, Raymond Abbott and his wife, Tanya of Hopkinton; her siblings, Margaret “Niki” Link and her husband, Bernard of Northborough, Francis “Buddy” Ryan and his wife, Geraldine of Falmouth, and Martin Ryan of Waltham. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Madison and William; her sister-in-law, Joan Ryan, as well as many nieces, nephews and her grand-dog Sydney. She is predeceased by her siblings, James “Chub”, Judith and John Ryan.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 1st from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Assoc. Alz.org