Mary T.

Bruce

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Mary T. Bruce (née Crowley), who departed this life on January 21, 2026, at the age of 93. Mary had been receiving compassionate care at the Katzman Family Center for Living for the past year.
Mary was born on December 18, 1932, in Tewksbury to the late Richard and Frances (Kane) Crowley. A cherished daughter and sister, she was raised in Everett, where she attended local schools and graduated from Everett High School. In 1955, Mary married Malcolm R. Bruce, and together they built a loving family, residing for many years on Webster Avenue in Chelsea, where they raised four daughters and two sons. Mary was profoundly devoted to her home and family, embodying the spirit of a nurturing matriarch.
In addition to her role as a dedicated homemaker, Mary balanced her responsibilities with a thriving career. She began her professional journey at Promisel's Market in Chelsea and dedicated 25 years of service as a secretary, starting at Emerson Textiles and concluding her career with Frontier Capital in Boston, from which she retired in 1997 at the age of 65.
In 2010, Mary and Malcolm relocated to Braintree, where they enjoyed their golden years surrounded by family, including their daughter Linda MacLellan and her family. Throughout her life, Mary was actively engaged in her community. She and Malcolm were staunch supporters of the Chelsea Little League, contributing their time and effort through volunteering at the baseball concession stand. Mary's vibrant spirit extended to her involvement with the St. Rose Women's Club in Chelsea and participation in monthly socials and dances at the Beachmont VFW. She also hosted Tupperware parties and shared joyful moments playing Bocce with the Chelsea and later Braintree Senior Citizens' leagues.
Mary was the beloved wife of the late Malcolm R. Bruce, Sr., for 62 years. She is lovingly survived by her children and their spouses: Terri Perrotta and her husband Tom, Sandy Moore and her husband Rick, Linda MacLellan and her husband Marty, Mal Bruce, Jr. and his wife Susan, Alyce Russo and her husband Vincent, and Tom Bruce and his wife Anna. Mary also leaves behind her dear siblings, Alice Ferris and her husband Tom, and Tom Crowley and his wife Susan. She was a cherished grandmother to 13 grandchildren and a doting great-grandmother to 9 great-grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to honor Mary's remarkable life during calling hours at the Welsh Funeral Home, located at 718 Broadway, Chelsea, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. A procession will follow to St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Concluding services will culminate in Mary's interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett, where she will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Mal.
Mary Bruce's legacy of love, compassion, and dedication will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched. She will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who had the privilege to know her.