Mary L. Barkas, 77, Passes Away

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Mary L. Barkas, a 77-year-old resident of East Wareham, Massachusetts, passed away on March 1, 2026 at her home. She was the wife of the late Theodore A. Barkas, Sr. and the daughter of the late George H. and Mary E. (Collings) Hamblin. Barkas was born in Boston and attended Boston Public Schools. She is survived by her three daughters, seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Barkas was a beloved member of the East Wareham community, known for her love of family, travel, arts and crafts, and cooking. Her passing marks the end of an era for her close-knit family and the local community that she was a part of for decades.

The details

Barkas is survived by her daughters Nancy Barkas of Mattapoisett, Linda Barkas of Dartmouth, and Laura McNaught and her husband Kenneth of East Wareham. She had seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Barkas was predeceased by her son, Theodore A. Barkas Jr. She is also survived by her siblings Carol Hamblin of Jamaica Plain, Theresa McIrney of West Roxbury, Carl Hamblin of Middleboro, and Donna Forgione and her husband Anthony of West Roxbury. She was predeceased by her brother George H. Hamblin Jr. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 11am to 1pm at the Wareham Village Funeral Home.

• Barkas passed away on March 1, 2026.
• Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 11am to 1pm.