Cornelius & Maureen Twomey

We remember and honor the life of Maureen M. (Whitnell)Twomey, a loving mother, sister, and grandmother, who departed from us on May 4th, 2026 and Cornelius J. Twomey, 68, of Gardner, MA, died peacefully on Monday, January 18, 2016.

Maureen was born on June 16, 1947, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Maureen's life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and a vibrant spirit. She lived her life with an abiding love for her family. She married her beloved husband Cornelius J. Twomey on August 10, 1969, and they were married for 47 years!

Maureen's journey took her from the classrooms of Holy Trinity High School in Maryland, where she graduated, to the offices of AVOC - Textron in Wilmington, Massachusetts. Her diligent work as a secretary demonstrated her commitment and dedication. After retiring in 1969, Maureen shifted her focus to the joys of motherhood and the simple pleasures of life. Her love for her son, Tyler, was evident in how she cherished every moment spent with him, whether watching TV or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon together.

Cornelius graduated from Cardinal Gibbons High School and earned a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Merrimack College. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Cornelius worked for AIHS as a hospital administrator for many years. Cornelius enjoyed fishing, reading Tom Clancey novels, eating crabs and shrimp, and watching Jeopardy. He will be remembered as a loving and dedicated husband and father.

In the words of Henry Van Dyke, "Some people are so much sunshine to the square inch." Maureen was one such person, her love radiated warmth that touched everyone she knew.

They leave behind a legacy of love and resilience that will continue to inspire her son, Tyler Twomey of Gardner; her daughter, Tiffany Mavronis; her husband, Steve of Baltimore, Maryland; her sister, Ellen "Tish" Whitnell of Baltimore, Maryland; and her grandchildren, Jack and Andrew Mavronis. She is also survived by her Goddaughter, Cynthia Mayer. Maureen was preceded in death by her parents, John and Margaret (Bennett) Whitnell, her husband, Cornelius J. Twomey, and her siblings, Jack Whitnell and Jane Wilcox. Cornelius leaves one sister; Patti Gillen and her husband Mark of Severena Park, MD, and two nephews; Bradley Gillen an his wife Hilary and their children Caroline and Jay of Virginia, an Brian Gillen of Arnold, MD.

As we remember Cornelius and Maureen, we invite all who knew and loved them to celebrate their lives by sharing their memories and photos on the memorial page. May these shared memories serve as a testament to their life, love, and the indelible mark they left on all of our hearts.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Family Funeral Home, Gardner Chapel, 105 Central St., Gardner. Burial will follow in Crystal Lake Cemetery, Gardner.

Mack Family Funeral Homes, Gardner - Chapel, 105 Central Street, Gardner, is directing arrangements.