Mary Jane Sheridan, 86, of Fort Myers, Florida died peacefully on August 18, 2022 with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Thomas Sheridan for 64 years.

She was a loving mother to sons Michael Sheridan and his wife Maureen, John Sheridan and his wife Michelle Richards, daughters Karen Sheridan and her husband Chris Clark, Mary Sheridan Clough, Martha Potvin and husband Brian. She will be deeply missed by her nine grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Brian and Ian Sheridan; Emma and Kathryn Sheridan; Alex and Megan Clough; and Maggie and Elizabeth Potvin.

Born in Providence, RI, Mary Jane was the daughter of Michael and Mary Traficante.

Mary Jane grew up in East Providence, RI, graduated from St Mary’s Academy and Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. After raising her 5 children, she began a career as a real estate agent and was co-owner of Harper, Ramos and Sheridan Realty in Bristol, RI.

Mary Jane and Tom began their life together in East Providence, RI. They moved to Touisset Point in Warren, RI where they raised their family and lived for 35 years, before making their full-time residence in Fort Myers, FL in 2001.

Mary Jane will be remembered for her deep faith and love of life. She loved to dance, sing, golf, and play tennis. She had a passion for cooking and needlepoint. She loved to entertain and cook for her family and dear friends. She leaves behind many friends from the Touisset Point and Kelly Greens communities. Mary Jane was a devoted member of St. Mary of the Bay Church in Warren and St. Columbkille Church in Fort Myers, where she served as a long-time member of the choir.

Visitation will be on Thursday June 29th at 9:30am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am at St. Mary’s of the Bay, 645 Main St. Warren, RI. A graveside interment ceremony will follow mass at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Providence, RI.

For those who wish, a memorial donation can be made in her name to Hope Hospice Development Dept, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908 or at Donate.HopeHCS.org.