Mystic, CT, September 7, 2025
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Priscilla Rae McComb, aged 83, passed away peacefully in Mystic, CT, surrounded by family. A devoted wife and mother, she raised five children and enjoyed a life filled with love and community engagement.
Mystic, CT
Priscilla Rae McComb, aged 83, of Mystic, CT, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Born on September 9, 1941, in Poughkeepsie, New York, she was the daughter of Raymond Hawley, Sr. and Eleanor Meddaugh Hawley, who both predeceased her.
Priscilla was a devoted homemaker, wife, and loving mother. She was married to Dennis McComb, Sr. for 61 years until his passing, and together they raised five children. Priscilla is survived by one son, Dennis C. McComb, Jr., and two daughters, Virginia R. McAliney and Marjorie M. Muggleston. Additionally, she leaves behind two other daughters, Mary J. Donnell and Colin P. McComb.
She is also survived by several siblings including Kathy Hobson, Doris Hawley, Barbara Hansen, Raymond Hawley, Jr., Susan Miller, and Marguerite Mergentheur. The family includes 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren, although she was predeceased by a grandson, David McComb, and a great-grandchild, Ender Shirley.
Priscilla recently relocated to Mystic to reside at Masonicare. Prior to this, she lived in various regions including the Outer Banks, NC, and Rotunda West, FL. She was an active member of the Catholic community, having affiliations with both St. Mary’s Church in Poughkeepsie and St. Francis of Assisi Church in Florida.
A visitation will be held in her honor on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 5 PM to 7 PM at Wm. G. Miller & Son FH, Inc., located at 371 Hooker Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY. Her Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Friday, September 12, 2025, at 10 AM at St. Mary’s Church at 231 Church St, Poughkeepsie, NY, with burial to follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Poughkeepsie.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Priscilla’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association through their website. Online condolences can be sent via the funeral home’s website at www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com.
Key Information
- Name: Priscilla Rae McComb
- Age: 83
- Date of Passing: September 4, 2025
- Visitation: September 11, 2025, from 5 PM – 7 PM
- Mass of Burial: September 12, 2025, at 10 AM
- Place of Burial: St. Peter’s Cemetery, Poughkeepsie
- Memorial Donations: Alzheimer’s Association
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why did Priscilla McComb move to Mystic, CT?
Priscilla McComb moved to Mystic to reside in an apartment at Masonicare following her years living in various locations including North Carolina and Florida.
What are the details of Priscilla McComb’s funeral services?
Visitation is scheduled for September 11, 2025, from 5 PM to 7 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place on September 12, 2025, at 10 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Poughkeepsie, followed by burial at St. Peter’s Cemetery.
How many children and grandchildren did Priscilla McComb have?
Priscilla McComb had five children, 19 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren.
Chart: Key Features of Priscilla McComb’s Life
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Priscilla Rae McComb |
| Date of Birth | September 9, 1941 |
| Date of Passing | September 4, 2025 |
| Marriage | Dennis McComb, Sr. (61 years) |
| Children | 5 |
| Grandchildren | 19 |
| Great-Grandchildren | 20 |
| Visited Places | Poughkeepsie, Outer Banks, Rotunda West, Mystic |
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