Mary Kenefick 1960-1925

Mary Kenefick

Northampton, MA - Mary Kenefick, 65, of Northampton, MA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April, 11, 2025.

Mary was born on January 5th, 1960. She grew up in Illion, New York with her parents Eileen and Joseph Kenefick. She was an only child.

Mary studied music composition, piano and social studies at Ithaca College. She received her MSW from the Smith College School for Social Work. She continued her education at Greenfield Community College and graduated with a degree in multimedia design.

Mary made Northampton, MA her home and worked as a social worker at Holyoke Hospital and for Cigna in their EAP unit. She was an avid gardener and bowler who enjoyed vacationing on Cape Cod. She loved her cats, dogs, family, friends and neighbors. Mary was an enthusiastic conversationalist and loved to tell jokes and give advice. She was thoughtful, empathetic, generous and loved helping others.

Mary is survived by her daughter Shasta Aubuchon-Kenefick, her partner of 35 years Marian Aubuchon, her beloved papillon Princess Isabella and her godchildren Vera Beauvais, Justine Beauvais Jasper and Nate Jasper.

The family will be celebrating Mary's life privately. They invite people to honor Mary by making someone smile or committing a random act of kindness. Williamsburg Funeral Home was entrusted in her care.