Claire M. McMahon, of Dover, NH, died on July 31, 2015 at the age of 75. She was born in Everett, MA on September 14, 1939 to Walter and Louise (Berry) McMahon. Claire was raised in Everett and graduated from Everett High School. After high school she began working for Liberty Mutual as an administrator and continued to work there for over forty years. Outside of work, Claire had many interests. She was a great cook and baker. Claire also enjoyed spending time working on puzzles and crossword puzzles. She was an avid sports fan and rooted hard for her teams. Claire truly loved to travel, over the years she took trips to Ireland, Germany, London, Switzerland, and multiple trips to Las Vegas. In 1990 she moved to Dover, NH and lived there for the rest of her life. She is survived by her lifelong friend Carolyn Metcalf of Dover, NH. Beloved sister of Rita L. Whelan of Malden, Stephen P. McMahon of Stoneham, Cathy A. Pagliarulo & her husband Joe of Tewksbury, Kevin P. McMahon & his wife Camille of Melrose, and the late Ruth Henderson and John McMahon. Also survived by 13 nieces and nephews, and 13 great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 3, 2015 at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St., Melrose, MA from 5-8PM. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at 8 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church, Herbert St., Melrose at 9AM. Interment immediately following the Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.