Mary A. “Kinky” (Timas) Scott

Scott, Mary A. (Timas) “Kinky” of Dorchester, passed away peacefully March 20, 2014.

Mary was born in Carver and has lived in Boston her whole life, graduating from Girls High School. In her early years she worked for Travelers and then was a longtime employee of Prudential Center and the Mass Pike. Most recently, Mary worked for the Postal Service, retiring in 1999. She was an avid reader, especially enjoying the Murder She Wrote series. She will be remembered for her vivacious personality, big heart and infectious smile. 

Wife of the late Guy H. Scott. Former companion of Edward DeJesus of Taunton. Devoted mother of Maureen Scott of Dorchester, Anita Scott-Wilson of Monroe, NC and Raymond Scott of Atlanta, GA. Cherished “Nana” of Gai Scott and Janiya Snape, Mycah and Keena Pilar Wilson, Rashaun, Coi, and Taj Scott and great-grandchildren Tafari and Amaya Love Scott. Beloved daughter of the late Manuel Lopes Fontes and Ella (Barros) Timas. Loving sister of Frances Gainey and her husband Walter of Brockton and the late Joseph Timas. Niece of Florence Miranda and Madeline Fernandes. Also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and cherished friends.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Friday 4-8 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 10:15 AM Saturday prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Peter’s Church, Plymouth at 12 PM. Burial in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Plymouth.

Donations in memory of Mary may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.