Mary Ninteau, was co-owner of carpet co. in Littleton; 79, LOWELL Mary (Rodrigues) Ninteau, 79, of Lowell, died peacefully at her residence on December 11., She was born in Lowell on January 24, 1930, the daughter of the late Manuel and Julia (Pereira) Rodrigues, and was the wife of the late Joseph Ninteau who died in 2000., She grew up in Lowell and attended the Lowell School System., After her marriage she has made her home in Littleton for 20 years, and Lowell since 1997., Mary and her husband owned J & M Carpets in Littleton for many years., She loved gardening, and her pets, including her dogs and birds., Mrs. Ninteau is survived by her brother, Carroll and his wife, Patsy Rodrigues of Methuen; a sister-in law, Mary Alice Rodrigues of Tyngsboro; and several niece's nephews and cousins. She was also the sister of the late Manuel Rodrigues Jr., At her request, private services will be held. Lowell Sun 12 Dec 2009