Mary Rose Lawler
March 14, 1969 - September 16, 2025
Mary Rose Lawler, age 56, of Middletown, DE, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
Born in Toronto, Canada on March 14, 1969, she was a daughter of the late Pacifico and Teresita (Bernabe) Isidro. Mary graduated summa cum laude from Johnson & Wales University. She began her career as a chef and later embarked on a career in the computer field.
Mary enjoyed cooking, fishing, and spending time with her family. She was a wonderful story teller, enjoyed playing games of all types, and loved all things Disney. Mary also loved going to the beach, especially with her family.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her sister, Teresa Isidro; and nephew, Michael Wallig. She is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, James Edward Lawler; siblings, Michelle Wallig, Walter Isidro (Nathaniel), and Alice Isidro (Mary); nephew and godson, Matthew Wallig; and nephew, Eric Wallig.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton R.C. Church, 345 Bear Christiana Road, Bear, DE, where a funeral Mass will begin at 11 am. Inurnment will be held privately.
Elaine Milner
Mary will be missed. She was a fun friend to have commuting to Philadelphia each day for work. She always had some interesting stories and fun things from her life that she would share on our daily trips. She made sure that our special group of friends stay in contact with one another even though most of us have went on to different life/career pursuits. May the Lord bless her husband and family as they endure this difficult time together.
Lynn Katz
Growing up with Mary Rose was such a gift. Her smile could light up the room, her sense of humor kept me laughing, her honesty kept me grounded and she was a fun and loving friend. I will miss her dearly.
Jennifer Ford
Chris and I were saddened to hear of Mary Rose’s passing. Our condolences to Jimmy and the family.
Samm
Friend in HS, relative thru marriage.
I will remember Mary’s big smile, her laugh and her love of family.
She was fierce and brave
Pete Williams
Mary was one of the first people I met while in my freshman year. She was a quiet leader whom took care of our little group of friends at Johnson & Wales University. 30+ years of a quirky friendship of people. You’ll be missed more than any of us could say!