Maureen Farley
Maureen Karen Farley of Saint Augustine, formerly of Culver City, CA, passed away on July 2nd at Flagler Hospital after a brief illness. She was the daughter of James and Grace Allison (Bowers) Farley of Saint Augustine. A memorial service will be held on Saturday July 6th, 12:30 p.m., at the Craig Funeral Home, Saint Augustine.
Born on March 18, 1962 in Summit, NJ., Maureen always celebrated her birthday a day early on St. Patrick's Day as a salute to her Irish heritage. She was raised in Irvington and later in New Providence, NJ where she was an avid athlete. She graduated from Montana University Film school and immediately left for Hollywood with her fellow grads and lifelong friends. She worked in the motion picture business for 30 years where she never lost her passion for "Movie Magic."
Starting as a production assistant Maureen worked her way up to the role of Property Master. Her incredible eye for detail, love of gadgets and formidable organization skills served her well in films ranging from the original "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" to "The Green Mile," "The Notebook," "The Majestic," "The Mist," "Don Juan DeMarco," "Blow," "The Big Green," and most recently, "Money Ball". Among the actors she enjoyed working with were Marlon Brando, Elizabeth Taylor, Mark Harmon, Johnny Depp, Jim Carey, Elizabeth Montgomery, Dianne Keaton, Tom Hanks, and two of her favorite gentlemen, the late greats Walter Matthau and James Garner.
Maureen was a proud alumna of Montana State U in Bozeman (Go Bobcats!) and a lifelong active member of the MSU Alumni Association. Over the years she served on many boards with emphasis on the MSU Film Department. She hosted a yearly student field trip every spring which introduced film students to the "Hollywood Experience."
After retiring, she moved to Saint Augustine to be near family and pursue her other passion in life, animal rescue, particularly black cats and dogs who are often overlooked for adoption. She and her rescue dog Petey were often seen on Sundays greeting visitors and posing for pictures at Fort Matanzas where Petey was made the official "Bark Ranger." Maureen was also proud of her fundraising for the St. Augustine Humane Society which resulted in Petey appearing on the cover of its 2019 Pin-up Paws calendar, "The Fast and the Furriest."
In addition to her parents, who relocated last year to Saint Augustine after 46 years in New Providence, she is survived by her sister Patricia Farley and her husband Leigh Stelzer of Saint Augustine and Mount Pocono, PA; nephews Victor Farley Neumark of Los Angeles, CA and Ian James Neumark (Megan) of Westfield, NJ; Aunts Kathryn Keating of Berkeley Heights, NJ and S. Hollace Bowers of Charleston, SC; a myriad of cousins and a host of friends in the film industry and the Los Angeles area, especially Jessica Huebner, Helen Britten and Chris Kubin. She was predeceased by her brother, James Patrick Farley.
She also leaves behind her beloved Petey and feline fur-babies Seamus, Riley, Murphy, Finnegan, Velvet, Scamp and Phantom. Sunny, Patrick and many others were waiting for her across the Rainbow Bridge.
Maureen was an old soul, generous to a fault and a lover of all creatures, particularly the vulnerable and homeless. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local no-kill shelter, animal rescue – particularly the blind cat rescue. Better yet, adopt an older or black pet.
Safe journey, Maureen. Eire go Brach!

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Published by St. Augustine Record from Jul. 3 to Jul. 4, 2019.

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April 18, 2020

My deepest condolences to Mrs. Allison Farley and her entire family. I worked with Allison back in 1989 at Salt Brook School in New Providence and she was the best mentor ever! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Mrs. Lynn Kowalskie

Cydney Bernard

March 20, 2020

I am Gutted to just find out about Maureen's passing. Although we haven't spent time together in years. Every so often we would catch up by phone. I am so so sad and sorry Mr. & Mrs Farley. I have a few pictures I would love to forward to you if I can find you in St Augustine. She was such a lovely, generous and kind human. I am sorry for your loss and for our loss. The world lost a good one and will be less for it. I will start my search for you
Cyd Bernard

Leta Eng

November 18, 2019

I am so saddened to hear of Maureen's passing. I have so many very fond memories from our college days: roommates and my maid of honor. She was such a great defender of animals! My heart goes out to you all and I am sorry to hear this news.

Michael Lindsay

September 4, 2019

I was shocked and saddened to hear this news. I hadn't spoken to Mo in a bit. I was just thinking of her, looked her up and saw this obituary. Wow. Terrible loss to humankind, film business , and to animal rescue! I assisted Maureen a few times and learned from her skills. She will be missed and live in our hearts and memories.

Mike Parker

August 15, 2019

I'm truly saddened to hear the news of our SO MUCH loved Maureen. Working on a film set with her in the early 90's, we quickly bonded, as we were both born in the same hospital, grew up 2 small towns from eacher- And her cousins lived in the next block from me, who I also knew!
Maureen was the quintessential expert of her field & people gravitated to her in many ways. As an animal lover myself, I'm more content knowing she is at peace with them, her other family members & in a place where we all shall return, to be reunited again. Much love Maureen!

Cindi Weakland Baumer

July 22, 2019

My condolences and prayers are with Maureen's family and friends.
Maureen was an amazing person and a wonderful friend. We had
such good times in our high school years and many, many years after
graduation. Basketball, Softball, friends getting together, laughing and
having fun.
Eventually our lives took us in different directions. Always thinking we
would get together again soon to catch up on things. I'm saddened to
know that won't come to be.

You will be missed, my friend.

Lisa Albert

July 21, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with Maureen's family and friends. Maureen has a heart of gold and was such an amazing friend to me way back when. I will always treasure the fond, fun, and adventurous memories that we shared.
KA Mo! I know your love and light will carry on forever.

Lynn Verducci-Kowalskie

July 9, 2019

Allison and Family,
Im keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers! Allison you were my mentor at Salt Brook School so long ago. If Maureen was anything like you ( and I know she was) I know she was kind, caring, generous, and a friend to everyone.
With deepest sympathy,

Jessica Huebner

July 6, 2019

xoxo

Linda Connelly Alford

July 6, 2019

I am very saddened by this news. I always though that we'd meet up again that one day in the future. Maybe at a high school reunion or in New Providence one weekend at whatever the Alley is called now over a holiday weekend. Many fun times at The Alley'. Many spur of the moment fun times we shared. A group of friends that just enjoyed, laughed and had fun. We graduated from NPHS. Bittersweet because we'd all go our own way. I left my diploma on top of her car by accident after the ceremony. We had many a good laugh about my diploma having a tire tread mark across it when we went back to find it.
Maureen will always be in my heart. Friends forever.

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Gillian Tevlin

July 5, 2019

Allison and Jim, we were so sorry to hear this sad news from John last night. Maureen was such a lovely, gentle and caring girl! Although we have not seen each other for many years, since I moved to Arizona, I always remembered your family fondly. You were great neighbors, and your children were always a joy. We all shared a love of cats ( remember good old Bosley and Patches!) and Maureen was always to be seen somewhere in the back yard petting them and caring for them. What a sad loss for all the dear animals she befriended and saved. The world needs more people like Maureen. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the wonderful memories of her, and remember she will always be with you although she has passed from this earth. She will continue to watch over her family and all her beloved pets from heaven, like a guardian angel. God bless you and give you comfort at this sad time.

Pat Boulos

July 4, 2019

Rest in peace, Mo. Holding you and your family in my heart.

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Susan Wirth

July 4, 2019

I'm so saddened by this news. I knew Maureen since grade school but have not seen her since high school. She had the most wonderful sense of humor and was a fantastic athlete. Condolences to Maureen's family and friends. Gone too soon!
Susan Hayes Wirth

Beth Wieczorek-Lessing

July 3, 2019

Maureen and I became friends in HS. She made me laugh so hard my stomach would hurt. Hanging out with her back then was always an adventure. I think of her often. My condolences and love to her family.

Karen Clendinning

July 3, 2019

Maureen & I became friends at Saltbrook school in New Providence. We played basketball & softball. One of her nicknames was Pistol Pete, because of her direct & accurate basketball shot.

Every time I hear Styxs Come Sail Away, I think of her. She played it, as our warm up music before basketball games/practices. The first time, I thought it was a weird choice. But it worked, and she was right to choose it. I was in awe at her brilliance, still am.

I will miss her. My condolences & prayers to her family & friends.

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