Mary Geneva Cashman

Mary was born in Brockton, Ma, to Harold “Harry” and Gertrude “Trudy” Sylvester. She graduated from Saint Joseph’s College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education. Mary was a beloved teacher in the Connecticut school system for over 30 years. In 1989, she was voted Enfield Teacher Of The Year. During her teaching tenure she held the positions of Vice President as well as President of the Enfield Teachers Association (ETA). In addition, Mary was an Officer serving on the Board for the Connecticut Education Association (CEA). She was an eloquent speaker advocating for students and teachers in her leadership roles for the ETA and CEA.

Following her retirement, she relocated back to her childhood home in Hyannis and reconnected with her many friends from her early school years. She enjoyed outings to see performances at The Melody tent as well as local shows featuring Hyannis Sound and Sons of Serendip. She also cherished her lunches with the “lunch bunch” and spending time hosting friends and family at her beloved Cape Cod home.

She is survived by her sister Elizabeth “Betsy” Laughlin of Bradenton, FL; her four children; Richard “Neil” Cashman of Andover and Hyannis, Ma; Mary “Trish” Robinson (husband Kevin) of Pinehurst, NC; Edward “Ned” Cashman of Suffield, Ct; Daniel “Dan” Cashman (wife Justina) of Suffield, Ct; and her grandchildren Kevin, Laura, Dylan, Ethan, Alyssa, Wyatt, Megan, and Samantha. Mary was preceded in death by her grandson Evan. Mary’s family also thanks Peg Holmes and Marilda Wright for their special friendships and care for Mom.

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 2-4 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Reader to Reader (readertoreader.org) a favorite charity of Mary’s.