Mary Eleanor Britton

Mary Eleanor Britton of Chesapeake Beach, MD, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015, at the age of 90.She was born in Washington, DC, on July 27, 1924, to Eleanor (Taylor) and Henry McCabe. In her early years, she worked in the florist shop owned by her family in Washington, DC.Mary was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Clinton, MD, Post 259 and served as Unit President numerous times. Prior to that, she was a member in Washington, DC, where she also served as Department President. She was a member of the 40/8.Mary was a bookkeeper for Consumer Credit Counseling Services, retiring in 1992. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family and crocheting. Her handmade treasures will be cherished for many years to come.She was the beloved wife of the late Lewis M. Britton and loving mother of Robert M. Britton and his wife Melissa and Michael J. Britton and his wife Sherry. She was the grandmother of three grandchildren and sister of Thomas McCabe. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to he Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, 29449 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 or to the Sisters of the Holy Cross, www.cscsisters.org.Funeral Services will be held at the Fort Myer Chapel, with burial at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mary Eleanor Britton please visit our Sympathy Store.