Saturday, September 6, 2008

Massachusetts Obituaries 09/06/08


  • Abichaker, Adéle T.

    and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday evening 4-8 PM. Children's room available. In lieu of flowers, all donations can be made to Hadanat Al Toufel, c/o Our Lady of the Cedars Of Lebanon Church, 61 Rockwood St., Jamaica Plain, 02130. Interment at Mount Benedict Cemetery. For directions and guestbook, please visit:, . Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home Hyde Park 617-361-3216


    • Adams, Lucia M.

      ADAMS, Lucia "Lucy" M. Of Pembroke died on September 1, 2008. She was 40 years old. Beloved wife of Edward Adams of Pembroke. Loving mother of Victoria Adams, and Vincent Adams. Daughter of Maria Fatima Silva. Sister of Natalino Silva, Deolinda Silva, Goreti Silva, Francisco Silva, Jose Silva, Fatima Viveiros, Cidialia Silva, Amaro Silva Ware, and Marco Silva. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, September 5th from 6-8:00 PM at the Shepherd Funeral Home,…


      • Allan, Vera E. (Yanni)

        , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Online guestbook at, . George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham 781-326-0500


        • Antonangeli, Pietro J.

          Age 77 of Concord, Aug. 30, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Judith A. (Wilson) Antonangeli. Devoted father of Lisa Theoharidis and her husband Peter of Centerville, James and his wife Meghan of Lancaster and Paul and his wife Debra of Concord. Loving brother Irma E. Florio of Stow. Also survived by 4 loving grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass. Wed., Sept. 3 at 10:00 a.m. in Holy Family Parish, Monument Square, Concord Center. Visiting hours Tuesday 3:00-7:00 p.m. in…


          • Archambault, William H.

            and friends invited. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made in William's memory to either The Epilepsy Foundation of MA & RI Donation Center, 540 Gallivan Blvd., Dorchester MA 02124 or American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham MA 01701 For directions and guestbook: www, WILLIAM J. GORMLEY FUNERAL SERVICE 617-323-8600


            • Armour, James E.

              Of Wareham, formerly of Norwood, August 24, age 71. Devoted father of James Armour of Medfield, John Armour and his wife Lee of North Falmouth, Linda Donahue and her husband Kevin of Norwood, and the late Thomas Armour. Also survived by 4 grandchildren. Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, September 3 at 10 a.m. at the Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Korean Conflict Air Force veteran. Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home Norwood 781-762-0482


              • Arrington, Barbara D.

                ARRINGTON, Barbara D. on August 27, 2008. Daughter of the late Robert & Martha Arrington. Loving sister of Joan, Mona, Yma, Robert Jr. "Bobby", Victor and Don Arrington. Beloved aunt of many including Gregory, Julia, Don, Patrice, James, Alan Jr., Amy, Robert & Vic Jr., etc. Also survived by her companion Nathaniel Sumpter & a host of other loving relatives, friends and co-workers etc. Viewing Friday, Sept. 5 at 10:00 AM at the Lutheran Church, 70 Warren St., Roxbury followed by…


                • Baldyga, Daniel G.

                  Daniel G. Baldyga 1931-2008 WEST SPRINGFIELD-Daniel G. Baldyga, 76, of 19 Winona Drive, died Thursday, surr-ounded by his family, in Mercy Hospital. He was born in Westfield, son of the late Theodore and Mary Baldyga, and has lived in West Springfield for 42 years. Dan served in the U.S. Navy aboard the destroyer, U.S.S. Hopewell. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in West Springfield and St. Anthony Church in Springfield. He was a Special Minister of the Eucharist and a Lector at Immaculate…


                  • Balsamo, Angelo

                    and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. WWII, U.S. Navy Veteran. Directions & obit


                    • Baltier, Michael A.

                      BALTIER, Michael A. of Reading, September 1, 2008, at age 90. Beloved husband of Patricia B. (Murphy) Baltier for 60 years. Loving father of Michael of Fitchburg, Matthew and his wife Michelle of Reading, Terese of Wakefield and Mark and his wife Kim of Chelmsford. Adoring grandfather of Kurt, Kendra, Anthony and Richard. US Army Veteran, W.W.II, Korean War and Viet Nam War. Funeral from the Joseph Doherty-Barile Family Funeral Home, 11 Linden St., READING Friday at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass…


                      • Barnes, Allan J.

                        and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours at the Funeral Hme, Sunday, 2-6 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association 330 Congress St., Boston, MA 02210. Four year Veteran of the U.S.Air Force.


                        • Barnes, William

                          BARNES, William F. of Groton. Husband of Judith (Griffin) Barnes of Groton, Father of David E. Barnes of the Boston area, Major Ryan W. Barnes of Washington DC, and William R. Barnes of Redmond Washington, Dr. Mary-Jude Barnes Edwards. MD of Honolulu, HI, and Vi-Anne Barnes Brown of Groton, MA. He was the brother of Marilyn Hartmann Gilroy & Carolyn Campion both of Utica NY and the late David Barnes. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, Nicholas Barnes, Emma Barnes, Kate Barnes. Abigail Barnes, and Molly…


                          • Barnes, William F.

                            William F. Barnes taught at Concord-Carlisle High School; 73 GROTON William F. Barnes, 73, of Groton, died at his residence on September 5, after a lengthy illness. He was born in Utica, NY, on November 5, 1934, son of the late James and Mary (Ferner), Barnes. He grew up in Utica, NY and was a graduate of St. Francis High School. Mr. Barnes belonged to the Congregation of Xaverian Brothers CFX, from 1952-1968. William received his BA Degree in Physics from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. and his…


                            • Barrett, M. Joseph "Joe"

                              & friends are invited to attend a funeral Mass in St. Linus Church on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 10 AM. Burial will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Natick. Visiting hours in the John Everett & Sons Funeral Home (, ), 4 Park St., at NATICK COMMON, are Tuesday, Sept. 2 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Joes name may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care Federation of MA, 1420 Providence Hgwy, #277, Norwood, MA 02062. John Everett & Sons Natick, MA (508)…


                              • Barron, Rose K. (Sokowaski)

                                Rose K. (Sokowaski) Barron, 87, of 446 Douglas St. formerly of 281 Henry St., died Wed., Sept. 3 at home after an illness. Her husband, Raymond E. Barron Sr. died Sept. 12, 2001. She is survived by a son, Raymond E. Jr. and his wife Maureen Barron of Uxbridge; 2 daughters: Barbara A. and her husband Jerry Lambert of Uxbridge with whom she lived and Linda M. Brothers of Uxbridge; 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces. She was the sister of the…


                                • Bavaro, Joan M. "Bunny" (Amorosso)

                                  BAVARO, Joan M. "Bunny" (Amorosso) of Peabody, Sept. 2, 2008, formerly of Everett, at 71. Wife of the late Salvatore Bavaro and cherished mother of Christine and her husband Michael Rice of North Andover, James Bavaro of Peabody and Robert and his wife Theresa Bavaro of Everett. Adored grandmother of Amanda, Anthony and Christopher Bavaro and Alexander, David and Jason Rice. Sister of Lawrence Amoroso of Houston, TX and the late Rita, John, Edward, Robert and Louis Amoroso, Helen Dean and her twin…


                                  • Bell, John R.

                                    and Friends invited. Visiting hours Tues. 4-8 PM. Late WW II U.S. Army Veteran. Late 40 Year Mailer for the Boston Globe. Interment in Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. Parking in church parking lot opposite funeral home. For Directions and Guest Book please go to, Kenney Funeral Home 617-361-2450


                                    • Benn, Col. Alyce J.

                                      BENN, Col. Alyce J. of Woburn, formerly of Houlton, ME. September 3, age 91. Daughter of the late Dr. Chauncey Benn and the late Pearl (Small) Benn. Sister of Paul D. Benn of Phoenix, AZ, and Geraldine Duplichen of Houlton, ME. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Visiting hours at the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd. (Cor. of Pleasant St.) WOBURN on Sunday Evening, Sept. 7 from 7-9 PM. Graveside Services will be held at the Evergreen Cemetery, Houlton, ME on Thursday, Sept. 11. Late Colonel,…


                                      • Bennett, Patricia M.

                                        and friends are invited to a Funeral Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church in Lowell on Friday morning at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery in North Tewksbury. E-condolence/directions at, . Kindly make Memorial Contributions to the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care, 55 Fruit St. Boston, MA 02114. Arrangements by the O'Donnel Funeral Home - Lowell - (978 or 866) 458-8768


                                        • Berrie, Joan R.

                                          Joan R. Berrie 1931 2008 CHICOPEE Joan R. (Ridings) Berrie, 77, of the Dover-brook Estates in Chicopee was Called Safely Home on Wednes-day, September 3, 2008 from her home surrounded by the care and comfort of her loving family. She was born in Holyoke on February 10, 1931, a beloved daughter of the late James and Columbia Rose (Brunetti) Ridings. She was raised on Summer Street in Holyoke, graduated from Holyoke High School and received her Nursing Degree on October 9, 1952 from the former Springfield…


                                          • Berry, Catherine Ellen

                                            BERRY, Catherine Ellen (Schofield) Of Quincy. Visiting Hours Wednesday, September 3rd from 4-8 PM in the Hamel, Wickens & Troupe Funeral Home, 26 Adams St., QUINCY CENTER. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday, September 4th at 10:00 AM in the Christ Episcopal Church, 12 Quincy Avenue, Quincy, followed by burial in Braintree Cemetery. For directions & information visit:


                                            • Bianco, Francis M.

                                              and friends invited to attend visiting hours in the Magrath Funeral Home, 325 Chelsea St. (at Day Sq) EAST BOSTON Wednesday 4 - 7. Committal Services Thursday morning at 10 in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. Late retired Mass. State Police chemist. Veteran US Army Air Corps, WW II.


                                              • Billings, Virginia A.

                                                and friends are respectfully invited to attend. For directions or to send an online condolencevisit, MacKinnon Family of Funeral Homes 781-447-2344


                                                • Bissette, Mary E. (Sullivan)

                                                  and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. If desired, donations may be made in her memory to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.



                                                • Blanding, Elaine R. "Tiny" (Doherty)

                                                  Elaine R. "Tiny" (Doherty) Blanding, 69, of 27 Mount Vernon St, died Wednesday, September 3 at home. She leaves a son, Paul D. Blanding of Florida; two daughters, Pamela R. Osterberg of Worcester and Paulette M. Freeman of Goffstown, NH; two brothers, Rev. Lester Doherty of Bridgewater and Richard P. Doherty of Hartsville, SC; two sisters, Shirley A. Huntington of Oxford and Beverly J. Doherty of Wilton, NH; six grandchildren, Kristi Stout, John O'Neill, Laurel Aviles, Erik Osterberg, Heather…


                                                  • Blaney, Cheryl

                                                    and friends may call at the funeral home Thursday 4 - 8pm. Interment Charles Lawn Cemetery. Reading. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Cheryl's memory to the Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis , MA 02601., Cota Funeral Home 781-944-1765


                                                    • Bluemling, Jacob W.

                                                      and friends invited. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. Veteran WWII - U.S. Coast Guard. Former employee of Salda Tea Co., Museum of Fine Arts, and the Fogg Museum. Late member of the C.I.A. For directions and guestbook,, . Funeral Home handicapped accessible with ample parking.


                                                      • Boggio, Charles A.

                                                        invited. Interment Westlawn II Cemetery. Funeral Director Walter B. Bayliss, Jr., www.morsebaylissfuneralhome.com


                                                        • Bonarrigo, Joseph N.

                                                          and friends are respectfully invited to attend Graveside Committal Service, Thursday at 11:00 AM in St. Mary Cemetery, Randolph. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Jimmy Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of the Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 No. Main St., (Rte. 28), RANDOLPH, MA. For additional information, directions or to leave a sympathy message, visit our site at:www.cartwrightfuneral.com.


                                                          • Borghi, Bruno "Gilly"

                                                            SAGAMORE —Bruno "Gilly" Borghi, of Sagamore, died on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the age of 81. He was the loving husband of Barbara (Rogers) Borghi. An avid hunter and fisherman, he loved being outdoors. He worked on Veg-Acres Farms in Forestdale for 30 years, and was the highway foreman for the town of Bourne before retiring in 1997. Besides his wife, survivors include two children, Robert Borghi of Sagamore and Kathleen Norton of Onset; a sister, Ida Forscht of East Greenwich, R.I.; four…


                                                            • Brown, Charles F.

                                                              Charles F. Brown, 77, of Chace Hill Road, died surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 4, 2008, in Kindred Hospital, Leicester. He leaves his wife of 47 years, Leita M. (McKelvie) Brown; two sons, Scott A. Brown and his wife Teresa (Laliberte) Brown and grandchildren, Crosby and Cassie Brown, of Barre and Keith E. Brown and grandson, Trevor J. Brown of West Brookfield; a brother, Bernard Brown and his wife Nancy of Norwich, NY; sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws, Catherine and Charles Sweet…


                                                              • Bruhn, Kurt D.

                                                                BRUHN, Kurt "Richard" D. September 2, 2008. Born in Easton, Pennsylvania. 31 year resident of Arlington, Massachusetts. 65 years of age. "Opi" lives on through his faith and family, wife Ann, daughters Jennifer, Rebecca and Kristin, sons-in-law Kenny Lynch and Eirik Moergen, grandchildren Aiden, Reese and baby due in October, brother Karl Bruhn and sister-in-law Gayle Bruhn and other beloved family members. Vietnam veteran. A memorial service will be held Friday, September, 5th at 10:00…


                                                                • Brunt Sr., Warren P.

                                                                  BRUNT, Warren P. Sr. Age 86 of Falmouth formerly of Norwood and Punta Gorda, FL, Sept. 4, beloved husband of H. Pauline ( Gauthier) Brunt. Father of Cynthia Lehtinen and her husband Robert of Falmouth, Deborah Brunt of Albuquerque, NM, Melanie Brunt, MD and her husband Hugh Joseph of Brookline, MA and the late Warren P. Brunt, Jr. Brother of Harriett Kamps of Dedham and Richard Brunt of NH. He also leaves 4 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday…


                                                                  • Buckley, Mary M.

                                                                    BUCKLEY, Mary M. (Cummiskey) Of Hingham, Aug. 27th, 2008, age 85. Wife of the late Joseph K. Buckley. Mother of Maureen A. Buckley-Walsh of Mansfield, Karen Gelineau of Nashua, NH, Brian D. Buckley of Lowell, Mary T. Buckley of Stowe, VT, Frances B. Kolenik of Reading, the late Paul G. Buckley and the late Michael J. Buckley. Mother in-law of the late Robert E. Walsh. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 6th at 11 AM at St.…


                                                                    • Bullough, Scott D.

                                                                      and friends may call at the Tolland Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Merrow Rd. (Rt. 195), Tolland, CT on Monday Sept 8 from 2 to 4 PM with funeral services following at 4 PM. Burial will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Scott's memory to the Australian Shepherd Rescue, P.O. Box 5305, New Castle, PA 16105, www.aussierescue.org.,


                                                                      • Burke CSJ, Sister Mary Edwin

                                                                        SISTER MARY EDWIN BURKE, CSJ (Mary Kathleen Burke) A beloved member of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston for 67 years, died Friday, August 29, 2008 at Bethany Health Care Center, Framingham. Daughter of the late Charles and Ida (O'Brien) Burke. Sister of the late Eileen Lord, Viola MacDonald, Joseph Burke, and James Burke. Survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Formerly missioned as a teacher at St. Catherine, Somerville; Immaculate Conception, Marlboro; Sacred Heart,…


                                                                        • Cammarano, Antonio

                                                                          CAMMARANO, Antonio Of Malden, formerly of East Boston. Beloved husband of Maria (DeFilippo) Cammarano. Loving father of Anna Marie of Malden, and Vincent and his wife Geri of Bedford. Cherished grandfather of Kristina, Sam, Karina and Marissa; great-grandfather of Joey. Dear brother of Albert of Revere and the late Rosario. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral from The Rapino Memorial Home, 9 Chelsea St. (Maverick Sq.) EAST BOSTON, Friday at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass to be…


                                                                          • Cardon, Marion A.

                                                                            CARDON, Marion A. (O'Hara), Of Foxborough, MA and Manhasset, NY, on September 3, 2008 at age 96. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Devoted wife of the late William H. Cardon, she is survived by her sons James of New York and Paul and his wife Catherine of Foxborough. Loving Grandmother to MaryKate, Kristen and Megan. Calling hours Saturday, September 6, from 1-3 PM at the Roberts and Sons Funeral Home, 30 South Street, FOXBOROUGH, MA. Funeral services to be held in Manhasset with interment at Holy…


                                                                            • Carmichael, William R.

                                                                              CARMICHAEL, William R. Age 86, died on Sept. 3, 2008 at the Radius Health Care Center in Plymouth. He was the husband of Alberta L. (White) Carmichael of Plymouth. Mr. Carmichael was born in Boston, MA on Aug. 10, 1922, son of the late Patrick and Katherine (Flanagan) Carmichael. He was educated in Boston and was a graduate of Bentley College where he received his Bachelor's degree in Accounting. He was the proprietor of Arrow Rivet Company in Braintree for over 20 years until retiring at age 59. He…


                                                                              • Carnivale, Wallace W.

                                                                                and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Fri. 4-8 PM. Interment Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in Wally's memory to the, , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Retired foreman for the Boston Envelope Co. World War II Veteran, U.S. Navy, Purple Heart. Member of the Dedham VFW Jacob Jones. Online guestbook & directions at, . George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham 781-326-0500


                                                                                • Carton, Dorothy M. (Brown)

                                                                                  and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham, Wednesday at 9:15 AM. Funeral Mass in Saint Ann's Church, Hull at 10:00 AM. Visiting hours Tuesday 4 - 8 PM. Burial in Hull Village Cemetery, Hull. Donations in memory of Dorothy Carton may be made to Leukemia Society of America, 495 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701. Call 1-800-Keohane or see, for directions & online condolences.


                                                                                  • Casassa, Francis J.

                                                                                    CASASSA,Francis J. "Frank" of Duxbury, formerly of Falmouth, died on September 5, 2008. He was 87 years old. Mr. Casassa was born, and raised in Weymouth. He is a W.W. II Veteran, and served in the Pacific in the United States Navy. He is a recipient of the Purple Heart. Mr. Casassa worked in the Quincy Shipyard for 17 years. Mr. Casassa lived in Falmouth with his late wife Marjorie, and moved to Duxbury in 2003. Husband of the late Marjorie Dinneen Casassa. Brother of Marie McCue of Weymouth, and…


                                                                                    • Casazza, Ralph

                                                                                      CASAZZA, Ralph of Brighton, August 30, 2008, in his 100th year. Loving husband of the late Theresa Aurelia (Orlandi). Beloved father of Sandra Kilbride. Grandfather of Christopher Kilbride, Carla Rodrigues, Flavio Tezis and the late Joel Izzo. Great- grandfather of Sara & Candace Angel, Christina Riley, Gregory, Julia Mae, Zachary & Brooke Tezis. Great-great grandfather of Haley Sue Riley. Funeral Service in The McNamara Funeral Home 460 Washington Street (At Lake St.) BRIGHTON, Friday at 10 AM.…


                                                                                      • Catanzano Sr., Salvatore J.

                                                                                        of Arlington August 30. Beloved husband of the late Marianne Barbara (Bobkin). Father of Salvatore J. Catanzano Jr., & wife Laura E. of Tewksbury, Carolyn Kipp & husband James of Mansfield, Christopher Gentile & wife Debora of Weymouth, Peter Gentile & wife Katy of Arlington. Grandfather of Bridgette, Nicholas, Domenic, Darcy, Anna, Brendan, Cataline, Victoria, Kristina & Salvatore. Brother of Gaetano of Medford & Joseph of Burlington. Longtime Companion of Karen Lynch. Funeral from…


                                                                                        • Cavanaugh Jr., James J.

                                                                                          CAVANAUGH, James J. Jr., age 85, Sept. 4, of Tewksbury, formerly of Reading and Charlestown. WWII Navy Vet., Retired Longshoreman for B.S.A/ I.L.A. Beloved husband of 66 years to Kathleen R. (Walsh). Devoted father of James J. Cavanaugh, III and his wife Gail of Rye, NH, Thomas F. Cavanaugh and his wife Katie of Tewksbury and David M. Cavanaugh and his wife Maureen of Bradford. He leaves two brothers, seven sisters, eight grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Calling hours…


                                                                                          • Chalmers, James Delbert

                                                                                            CHALMERS, James Delbert of Brockton, August 31, 2008. Beloved husband of Frances. Loving father of Sharon Hill, Denise Chalmers, Lynette Payton, Tammy Grady, Marion Chalmers and James D. Chalmers, Jr. Dear brother of Carrie Neal, Rosalyn Chalmers, Charles Chalmers, John Wayne Chalmers, Malcolm Chalmers and Jeffrey Chalmers. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service, Friday 11 AM, Twelfth Baptist Church, 160 Warren St., Roxbury,…


                                                                                            • Chilelli, James E.

                                                                                              CHILELLI, James E. "Jim" 62, of Nashua, NH died on August 31, 2008. Born on October 17, 1945 and educated in Erie, PA. Beloved son of Rose (DeLuca) Chilelli of Erie, PA and the late Edward Chilelli. Beloved husband of Kathy (Sullivan) Chilelli. Beloved father of Aaron and Tyler. Brother of John Chillelli and his wife Sue and Becky Henry and her husband Dan and Jeanne Curry. Member of Phi Sigma Kappa and Architectural Hardware Consultant (A.H.C.). Employed by the Long Island Fireproof Door Company.…


                                                                                              • Ciccarelli, Frances M.

                                                                                                CICCARELLI, Frances M. "Bubbles" (Malone), age 86, Sept. 1, of Tewksbury, formerly of Cambridge. Beloved wife of the late Francis A. "Frank" Ciccarelli. Devoted mother of Ann Marie Hill of Old Orchard Beach, ME, John F. Ciccarelli and his wife Hannah of La Jolla, CA, Robert F. Ciccarelli and his wife Sandra of Anchorage, AK and Edward M. Ciccarelli and his wife Mary of Dracut. She leaves nine grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; many nieces and…


                                                                                                • Claar, Lorraine (Pearse)

                                                                                                  CLAAR, Lorraine (Pearse) Of Burlington, August 25. Beloved mother of Deborah Claar of Burlington. Sister of the late Alfred Pearse. Special aunt of Beverly Kilbride of Wakefield. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral Services will be held at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Saturday, Sept. 6, at 12 Noon. Visiting hours Friday from 6-8 p.m. Interment in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. Memorials in Lorraine's name may…



                                                                                                • Cleveland, Joyce M.

                                                                                                  CLEVELAND, Joyce M. (Britton) of Sudbury died peacefully at her home on August 31, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Willard L. Cleveland, devoted mother of Lee Cleveland and his wife Debbie of Framingham; Janice Cheney and her husband Michael of Beverly; Karen LaTona and her husband Ken of Granby, CT; loving sister of the late Marilyn Tuggle of Signal Mtn. Tennessee; dear grandmother of Dan and John Cleveland; Cassie, Erin, and David Cheney; Christine, Celine, and Cheryl LaTona. A fifty year…


                                                                                                  • Coleman, Charlotte Ann

                                                                                                    and friends are invited to attend her funeral Sat at 1 PM at the First Parish of Westwood United Church, corner of Nahatan and Clapboardtree Streets, Westwood. Interment will be private. Visiting hours Fri 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High St, WESTWOOD. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Parkinson's Disease Assoc., 720 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118, or to VistaCare Hospice, 69O Canton St., Westwood, MA, 02090, would be appreciated. Former elementary school teacher in the…


                                                                                                    • Coletti-Pizzi, Edith G. (Gamble)

                                                                                                      Of Sharon, formerly of Canton August 30th. Beloved wife of the late Enrico Coletti. Mother of Gerald Coletti of N. Easton, Linda J. Coletti of Canton & the late Carol Caustenguay & Helen Connors. Sister of Lou Gamble of FL, James Gamble of Cape Cod & the late Dottie Broadley, Helen Glenn, Alice, Hank & Vincent Gamble. Also survived by 6 grandchildren & 7 great grandchildren. Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home, 455 Washington St., CANTON, Tuesday 4-8 pm. Funeral Mass…


                                                                                                      • Comeau, James P.

                                                                                                        COMEAU, James P. of Hyde Park, Sept. 3. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements by the Mann & Rodgers Funeral Home, JAMAICA PLAIN, 617-522-2500.


                                                                                                        • Commoss, Evelyne A.

                                                                                                          COMMOSS, Evelyne A. (Joleen) Age 91, of Cohasset, passed peacefully from this life on August 20, 2008. Evelyne was born in Chicago, IL, and was a resident of Cohasset for over 50 years. Evelyne was predeceased by her husband, Ted Commoss, her sister, Reece Joleen Pottle, and her nephew G. Michael Pottle, whom she raised. Evelyne traveled the world and had an appreciation for the arts. She had a strong spirit, a fierce independence, and a talent for listening. Evelyne lived with style and grace and was…


                                                                                                          • Conley, Elizabeth A.

                                                                                                            CONLEY, Elizabeth A. (Stone), Of Cambridge on September 3, 2008. Beloved wife of William J. Conley. Loving sister of Margaret Convoy and Mary Riddle. Funeral Services and Burial Private. Arrangements by the Keefe Funeral Home, CAMBRIDGE.


                                                                                                            • Conley, Thomas S.

                                                                                                              and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Tues. 4-8 p.m. Interment Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Thomas' memory to Franciscan Hospital for Children, 30 Warren St., Brighton, MA 02135. Late retired press operator for Allied Container Corp. of Dedham and custodian for the Westwood Public Schools. Served in the US Navy. For directions and guestbook, . George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham (781) 326-0500


                                                                                                              • Connors, Lillian "Boo"

                                                                                                                CONNORS, Lillian "Boo" (Jensen) Of Burlington, formerly of Somerville, Sept. 1. Beloved wife of 60 years of John J. Connors. Loving mother of Laurie A. Silva & her husband Gary of Lexington and Mark M. Connors of Burlington. Sister of the late James P. Jensen. Loving grandmother of Gary Silva & his wife Kerry of Woburn and Brian Silva of Lexington. Great grandmother of Gary & Kevin Silva of Woburn. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn Street, BURLINGTON, (exit 34…


                                                                                                                • Consolo, Carol A.

                                                                                                                  , CONSOLO, Carol A. (Oreto) In Revere, Sept. 2 at 66 years. Devoted mother of Philip J. Consolo & his fiance, Gabriella Fortucci of Revere & John P. Consolo & wife Cheryl of Rutland, MA. Cherished sister of Lillian F. Hibbard & husband Hugh & Joseph S. Oreto, all of Revere & the late Frank P. Oreto. Beloved grandmother of Philip J. Consolo Jr. of Revere, Joshua D. & Julia Asmus & Jack T. Consolo, all of Rutland, MA, & Stephanie Fortucci of Revere. Dear niece of Connie F.…


                                                                                                                  • Cordeiro, Robert J.

                                                                                                                    CORDEIRO, Robert J. 48, of Watertown, formerly of Holbrook, Milton, and Quincy August 23, 2008. Beloved father of Danielle and Steven Cordeiro of East Bridgewater. Son of Olive Cordeiro of Auburn and Daniel Cordeiro of South Hampton, NH and Stepson of Cornelia Cordeiro of South Hampton. Brother of Stephen of Bolton, Christopher of Franklin, Brian of Douglas, and Lisa Cordeiro Mouchfi of Auburn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and Danielle and Steven's mother, Laura Robichaud of East…


                                                                                                                    • Costigan, John Patrick

                                                                                                                      and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8pm. As a lifelong Red Sox Fan, memorial donations may be made to the Jimmy Fund Attn: Contribution Services, 10 Brookline Pl. West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226. Directions and guestbook at


                                                                                                                      • Coulthard, Mary E. "Betty"

                                                                                                                        Mary E. "Betty" Coulthard, beloved by both her family and the West Brookfield community, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2008. She is survived by a sister, Janie Maddox of Hillsboro, Missouri; her five daughters, Cathleen S. Coulthard of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, Karen E. Michalski of Northglenn, Colorado, Deborah G. Coulthard of Eugene, Oregon, M. Christine Schlosstein of West Brookfield, and Mary E. "Betty" Coulthard of Tampa, Florida, along with eight grandchildren and…


                                                                                                                        • Creighton, Roland Archer

                                                                                                                          CREIGHTON, Roland Archer Of Bourne and E. Bridgewater, died on Aug. 30, 2008, age 78, surrounded by family at Bourne Manor Nursing Home following a brief illness. Husband of the late Patricia L. (Nilsen). Devoted father of Susan Creighton of Brockton, Christine Dempsey of Plymouth and Nancy Munie of Quincy. Grandfather of Stefani, Erik and Garrett Dempsey. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Brother of the late WilfredCreighton. Son of the late Wilfred and Margaret (Robinson) Creighton. Funeral…


                                                                                                                          • Cronin, Joseph D.

                                                                                                                            and friends invited. Visiting hours at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., MILTON, Tuesday 4-8 p.m. Interment Milton Cemetery. Donations in Joseph's memory may be made to Saint Agatha's Church Renovation Fund, 432 Adams St., Milton MA 02186; or to the charity of your choice. Veteran Army National Guard. For directions and guestbook,


                                                                                                                            • Cullen, Charles E.

                                                                                                                              CULLEN, Charles E., 83, of Medway, September 2, 2008 Husband of the late Irene A. (Chisholm) Cullen. Father of Carol Munroe of Medway, Linda Wright of Bellingham, Donna Ryan of Medway, Charles "Mickey" Cullen of N. Attleboro,Tracey Lomberto of Medway, Patricia DeLucia of Franklin,Christine Proulx of Medway, Diane McLaughlin of Douglas, Thomas Cullen of Medway, Eileen Cullen of Medway & the late Paula Cullen. Brother of Florence MacDonald of Marlboro & Dorothy Roberts of Hudson. Also…


                                                                                                                              • Cummings, Jean M.

                                                                                                                                CUMMINGS, Jean M. (Sheehan) 45, of Hanson, died Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 in the Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston,after a long struggle with Metastatic Breast Cancer. She was born in Boston on March 18, 1963, the daughter of the late Frank and Helen (Farrell) Sheehan. She was raised in Dorchester and moved at an early age to Randolph, where she was a 1981 Graduate of Randolph High School. Mrs. Cummings spent the early part of her career working in the Stop & Shop offices, but decided to leave to…


                                                                                                                                • Curran, Mary Anne

                                                                                                                                  Mary Anne Curran, 83, formerly of Worcester, residing in South Burlington, VT passed away March 22, 2008 at the Vermont Respite House, Williston, VT surrounded by her family. Mary was born May 10, 1924 in Dupont, PA, the daughter of Charles and Anne Rindos. Mary and her husband James F. (Pat) Curran married on June 10, 1949 and lived at 8 Plantation Street, Worcester, MA where they raised their twin boys. She is survived by her sons, Dan and his wife Sue Curran of Charlton, MA and Dennis and his wife Jory…


                                                                                                                                  • Dacey, Joseph P.

                                                                                                                                    and friends invited calling hours Friday 4-8. Interment St.Mary's cemetery. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute 10 Brookline Place West 6th Floor. Brookline Ma 02445. Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin www.ginley


                                                                                                                                    • Daly, Eileen F.

                                                                                                                                      and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 PM Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Mrs. Daly may be made to American Stroke Association, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220 or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 220 North Main St., Suite 104, Natick, MA 01760. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For directions and guestbook visit:, . Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617-782-1000


                                                                                                                                      • Danburg, Bernice

                                                                                                                                        DANBURG, Bernice (Hartstone) Of West Hills, CA, formerly of Needham and Waban, on Sept. 3, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Saul Danburg. Devoted mother of Elliot Danburg and his wife Elizabeth of Powhatan, VA. and Ea. Sandwich, MA, and Sandra Danburg and her husband Richard Pollack of West Hills, CA. Loving grandmother of Stephanie and Gregory Danburg and Pamela Tang. Also survived by four great grandchildren. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park 120 Canton St., Sharon on Sunday Sept. 7, 2008 at 1:45…


                                                                                                                                        • Danforth, Thomas Wellington Sato

                                                                                                                                          DANFORTH, Thomas Wellington Sato 25, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 26, 2008. He shared family homes in Weston, MA; Hulett's Landing, NY and Flesburg, Norway. Survived by his father Nicholas Danforth of Weston, MA. Son of the late Anne Turid Sato who died in October 1997. Also survived by his grandmother Tora Hoimyr of Norway and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Private services will be held by his family. Contributions in Thomas's memory are encouraged by his family to be sent to the Garden…


                                                                                                                                          • Daoust, Bernard L.

                                                                                                                                            Bernard L. Daoust, 83, of 21 Lincoln St., died Thursday, Sept. 4 at Life Care Center of Auburn. He was the husband of Marie A. (Begin) Daoust who died in 1991. He leaves a son, David E. Daoust and his wife Susan of Holden; three daughters, Jeanne M. Burdette and her husband Paul of Auburn, Suzanne C. Bloom and her husband Paul of W.Brookfield and Michelle T. Giovaninni and her husband Michael of Feeding Hills; a sister, Vivian Mondor and her husband Roland in N.H.; four grand and three great grandchildren,…


                                                                                                                                            • Dasho, Walter Steven

                                                                                                                                              and friends invited to attend. Burial in Forest Glen Cemetery, Reading. Walter was a veteran of WW II, US Navy. For info, directions and register book visit


                                                                                                                                              • Daughney, Helen L.

                                                                                                                                                Helen L. Daughney of Fitchburg, St. Bernard member; 93 FITCHBURG Helen L. (Seliga) Daughney, 93, formerly of North St. and Day St., died Thursday, Sept. 4, in the Highlands. She was born in Fitchburg, on Dec. 13, 1914, a daughter of the late Joseph and Bronislawa (Ptak) Seliga. Helen grew up in Fitchburg, attending St. Bernard's Schools and had lived here all of her life except for two years that she lived with her daughter in Arkansas. Several years ago, she worked at the former Superior Manufacturing…


                                                                                                                                                • Davenport, Robert H.

                                                                                                                                                  Age 46, of Somerville, suddenly, on Thursday, August 28, 2008. Survived by sons, Joseph and Isaac of Newton; mother, Miney of Greenfield; sister, Beth of Santa Fe, NM and former-wife, Rachel of Newton. Predeceased by his father, Charles. Funeral at the Levine Chapels, 470 Harvard Street, BROOKLINE, on Tuesday, September 2 at 10:30 AM. Burial at the Independent Pride of Boston Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury. Shiva at the family home in Newton. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rob's memory can…



                                                                                                                                                • Davidson, Albert R.

                                                                                                                                                  DAVIDSON, Albert R. of Brockton, formerly of Holbrook, died at the age of 82, Aug. 31, 2008. Beloved husband of Ellen C. (Murray) Davidson. Loving father of Craig Davidson of FL, Deborah Fuore of Lenox, Kier Ward of Weymouth, and Thomas Ward of Brockton. Dear grandfather of Michael Fuore of NY, Jessica Fuore, M.D. of NY, and Craig Davidson, step-grandfather of Michael Ward of Norton, and Kara Ward of Brockton. Mr. Davidson was born in Winchester, MA and has lived in Brockton for the past 25 years. He was a…


                                                                                                                                                  • Davis, Glen G.

                                                                                                                                                    and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), WALTHAM, followed by a Funeral Mass in Saint Mary's Church, 133 School Street, Waltham at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Mount Feake Cemetery, Waltham. Visiting hours Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. For complete obituary, guestbook, and directions please visit


                                                                                                                                                    • Davis, Margaret Alandt

                                                                                                                                                      DAVIS, Margaret Alandt 77 passed away September 3, 2008. She was the daughter of the late August and Margaret Keifer Alandt. She was born April 1,1931 in Indianapolis and was a graduate of St. Mary's Academy. She attended Butler University and was an invited participant of Harvard University's New Writers Symposium. An avid gardener, Margaret was active in the Horticultural Society of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, the Arbutus Garden Club and the Blue Flower Garden Club of Indianapolis, The Garden…


                                                                                                                                                      • Davis, William F.

                                                                                                                                                        of Norton formerly of South Boston unexpectedly September 3, 2008, William F. Davis, beloved husband of Mildred E. (Golden) Davis, devoted father of William F. Davis and his wife Debra of Quincy, Lawrence J. Davis and his wife Patricia of Mansfield, Richard J. Davis and his wife Rosemary of South Boston, Francis M. Davis and his wife Lois of Weymouth, Kathleen M. Davis and her husband Franklin Arias of South Boston, Barbara E. Lampron and her husband Wayne of Mansfield, Ann Marie Miranda and her husband…


                                                                                                                                                        • DeFelice, Lorraine M.

                                                                                                                                                          DeFELICE, Lorraine M. (McKinnon) of Stoughton, formerly of Sharon, age 60, Sept. 4. Wife of Edward J. Mother of Edward J. DeFelice, Jr. and Joel M. DeFelice both of Stoughton. Sister of Denise Anthony and her husband John of Attleboro, Dorothy Petroni and her husband Richard of Walpole, Anne Marie Neault and her husband Gene, Patricia Durgin and her husband Tom all of Sharon, Francis McKinnon and his wife Barbara of Haverhill, Gerald McKinnon and family of Revere, Kevin McKinnon and his wife Susan of…


                                                                                                                                                          • Dennehy, Helen G.

                                                                                                                                                            and friends invited. Visiting Hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Retired Employee of Travelers Insurance Co. and School Volunteer at the Clarence R. Edwards Middle School. Member of Old Charlestown Schoolgirls Assoc. and Daughters of Isabella # 1. In Lieu of flowers in Hona's name may be made to St. Francis de Sales Church Bldg. Fund, 303 Bunker Hill St., Charlestown, MA 02129. Parking area opposite Funeral Home.


                                                                                                                                                            • DiStefano Sr., Charles

                                                                                                                                                              and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8. Late Army veteran, Korean Conflict. Retired Chief Inspector Weights and Measures for the City of Boston. Past member Wyoming Masonic Lodge, Malden. Funeral home is handicapped accessible. Children's lounge available. Courtesy valet parking front entrance of funeral home. For complimentary transportation to and from the funeral home please call 617-569-0990. Ample off street parking with attendant. Services will conclude with Charles…


                                                                                                                                                              • Didonato, Teresa

                                                                                                                                                                and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4 thru 8. Services will conclude with entombment at Woodlawn Community Mausoleum, Everett. For directions, guestbook, and obituary, Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington


                                                                                                                                                                • Direnzo, Shirley (Hunton)

                                                                                                                                                                  Shirley (Hunton) Direnzo, 83, of Worcester, devoted mother and grandmother, passed away Wednesday, September 3rd 2008 in her home surrounded by her family. Shirley's husband, John Direnzo passed away in 1995. She is survived by her cherished children: John K. Direnzo, Sr. and his wife Rosemarie of Millbury, Sandy L. Quinlan and her husband Mark of Worcester; four adored grandchildren: John K. Direnzo, Jr, Robert M. Direnzo, Scott E. Quinlan and Kerry L Quinlan; many nieces and nephews. Two brothers:…


                                                                                                                                                                  • Disenhof, Sylvia Klion

                                                                                                                                                                    DISENHOF, Sylvia Klion 87, of Windham NH, formerly of Danvers MA died September 4th after a period of declining health with her family by her side. Sylvia is survived by her sons and their families, Stephen and Dr. Joanne Hom Disenhof of Mill Valley, CA, and Larry and Gigi (Crossley) Disenhof of Salem, NH, her grandchildren, Corinne, Alexander, Katherine and Jonathan of whom she was very proud, her brothers, Sanford Klion of Florida, and Dr. Frank Klion of New York and CT; her sister-in-law, Miriam Moak of…


                                                                                                                                                                    • Doherty, Donna M.

                                                                                                                                                                      DOHERTY, Donna M. (Donovan) Of Rockport, formerly of Burlington, Sept. 3. Beloved wife of Kevin A. Devoted daughter of Elsie (Johnson) Donovan of Burlington and the late Francis Donovan. Loving sister of Dennis Donovan & his wife Carol of Pensacola, FL, Paul Donovan & his wife Chris of Billerica, Karen Rigazio & her husband Mike of Somerville Sharon Icovitti & her husband Tom of Orlando, FL, Shirley Dupras & her husband Robert of Hudson, NH, Mary Donovan of Lowell, & Sherri McCann…


                                                                                                                                                                      • Domino, Sal

                                                                                                                                                                        DOMINO, Sal (George D. Salvucci) Of Brighton, August 25, 2008. Father of Joshua Domino of FL and the late Michele Milton and Ronald Salvucci. Stepfather of Dean Carrera of GA, Danielle Rogers of FL. Brother of Jeanette Mazzola and her husband Donato of Watertown and the late Alba Marrocco. Also survived by his grandson Jason Milton, and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours in the Lehman & Reen Funeral Home, 63 Chestnut Hill Ave. (near Brighton Courthouse) BRIGHTON Friday 5-8 pm with a Vigil Service…


                                                                                                                                                                        • Dortenzio, Frank R.

                                                                                                                                                                          & friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 p.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Contributions in his memory to the, , 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 would be sincerely appreciated. Late U S Navy veteran. Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home Everett617-387-3120


                                                                                                                                                                          • Drepanos, Paul

                                                                                                                                                                            DREPANOS, Paul, of Fitchburg. His favorite coffee shops are a little quieter today and the flag is at half-staff at Oak Hill Country Club to mark the passing of Paul Nicholas Drepanos, 92 years young, of 76 Drepanos Drive in Fitchburg. He was born in Longa, Greece on April 17, 1916 and emigrated to the U.S. with his mother and sisters to join his father in Chicopee, MA. It was in Chicopee in 1937, that he was introduced at a dance to his future wife, Freda Kandianis, by her cousin. They married in October,…


                                                                                                                                                                            • Driver, Phoebe Washburn

                                                                                                                                                                              DRIVER, Phoebe Washburn long-time resident of Westwood, Massachusetts and North Haven, Maine, died peacefully on August 22, 2008 at age 100. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, she was married for 51 years to Charles Benjamin Barnes, who died in 1980. In 1987, she married William R. Driver who predeceased her after 14 years of marriage. She is survived by her daughter, Phoebe Caner and son-in-law, John E. Z. Caner of Seattle, daughters, Josephine Lea Iselin and Cornelia B. Barnes both of New York City, and…


                                                                                                                                                                              • Dudevoir, Grace

                                                                                                                                                                                DUDEVOIR, Grace May 74, of The Villages, Fl died Monday September 1, 2008. She was born in Jamaica Plain, MA on January 15, 1934. She resided in Acton, MA, Cape Cod, MA and The Villages, FL. Member of St. Elizabeth's of Hungary Church, Acton, MA, Christ the King Church, Mashpee, MA, and St. Vincent de Paul Church, The Villages, FL. Grace was a C.C.D. Teacher and Program Coordinator and supported The Christian Children's Fund. As an accomplished knitter, she enjoyed sharing her works with many…


                                                                                                                                                                                • Dyer, Mary M.

                                                                                                                                                                                  DYER, Mary M. Of Texas formerly of Boston. Died August 31, 2008. Mother of Carol Atkins & husband Jack of Mabank TX, Irene Fletcher & husband Steve of Scottsdale, AZ, and the late Kenneth Dyer, 7 grandchildren, 9 great Grandchildren, Nieces, nephews, other family members and many friends. Services Saturday September 6, 2008 at 2PM at Eubank Memorial Chapel, Mabank TX with family receiving friends from 1-2PM


                                                                                                                                                                                  • Earl C. Ewing III

                                                                                                                                                                                    Earl C. “Buddy” Ewing III, 49, died Wednesday Morning, September 3, at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston due to injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident. He was the fiance of Sandra J. Sharpe of Raynham. Born and raised in Stoughton, he was a graduate of Stoughton Schools. He was also a graduate of the Henry O. Peabody School of Culinary Arts and attended Johnson & Wales College in Rhode Island. Mr. Ewing was a resident of Raynham for several years, previously living in Taunton and…


                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ehrlich, Dr. Stefan

                                                                                                                                                                                      EHRLICH, Dr. Stefan, age 68 of Manchester, New Hampshire on Friday, September 5, 2008. Loving son of Molly (Schwartz) Ehrlich and the late Harry Ehrlich. Beloved brother of Sally Newman of Bedford, NH and Nancy Widrew of Manchester, NH. Services at the Manchester Hebrew Cemetery, South Beech Street, MANCHESTER, NH on Sunday, September 7 at l:00 pm. Memorial observance at the home of Sally & George Newman on Sunday following the burial and continuing Monday and Tuesday 2-4 pm & 7-9 pm.Please omit…


                                                                                                                                                                                      • Eliott, Alice K.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Alice K. Eliott lived in Fitchburg most of her life; 93 FITCHBURG Alice Katherine (Potter) Eliott, 93, of Newport News, VA, and former longtime Fitchburg resident, died Thursday, Sept. 4, in the Garden at Warwick Forest Nursing Home, in Newport News, VA, after a long illness. She leaves her husband of over 70 years, Richard C. Eliott; three daughters, JoAnne A. LasCasas and her husband, Vincent, of Columbus, Maryland, Kathleen L. Rua of Newport News, VA, and Susan E. Searles and her husband, Hans of…


                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ellis, Jeanne Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                          ELLIS, Jeanne Marie of Boston died, August 23, 2008. Loving mother of Johnette Ellis. She is also survived by father Jerald Ellis, sister Julie Ellis, brothers John Peter and Jeff Ellis as well as other family and friends. A memorial service will be held September 26, 7 p.m. at St. Cecilia's Church 18 Belvidere St., Boston.


                                                                                                                                                                                          • Evans, Joan Estelle Carroll

                                                                                                                                                                                            EVANS, Joan Estelle Carroll of Milton passed away on Monday, September 1st, 2008. Born in Salem, she was the widow of Dwight Durkee Evans of Milton, who died in 1968. She was a graduate of Harvard-Radcliffe and of Bryn Mawr. Her life, in addition to her family, was one of volunteer work, which included The Junior Leagues of Boston and New York City. She served on the Board of The China Trade Museum in Milton and for many years on the Board of Berkeley Divinity School at Yale as well as on the Board of the…


                                                                                                                                                                                            • Fader, Ida "Ginger" (Greenspan)

                                                                                                                                                                                              FADER, Ida "Ginger" (Greenspan) of Roslindale, formerly of Lexington and Rego Park, NY on Friday, August 29, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Harry Fader. Loving mother of Linda Laredo & her husband David of Lexington and David S. Fader & his wife Katherine Charlap of NY. Adored grandmother of Geoffrey Laredo & his wife Donna Crane, Steven Laredo & his wife Jennifer Root Laredo and great grandmother of Allyson, Dylan & Emma Laredo. Graveside services were held at the Beth El…


                                                                                                                                                                                              • Farrenkopf Sr., James J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                & friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 3-7 P.M. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, West Roxbury. Donations in James' memory may be made to Hospice of the South Shore, VNA Foundation, P0 Box 85906O, Braintree, MA 02184 or, , 30 Speen St.,Frarningham,MA 01701. W.W.II Navy Veteran & Purple Heart Recipient.


                                                                                                                                                                                                • Faulkner, Hugh G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours held in the Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 29 Governors Avenue, MEDFORD, Thursday from 4 to 8 PM. Interment, Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. Korean Army Veteran. For additional information, please visit, Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home Medford (781) 395-0128



                                                                                                                                                                                                • Fee, Esther M. (Williams)

                                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends are kindly invited. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of the No Shore, 75 Sylvan St. B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 or the American Heart Assn., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 in her memory. For obituary, guestbook and directions visit


                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Feran, Sarah S. (Devine)

                                                                                                                                                                                                    and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. Interment Calvary Cemetery Woburn.


                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ferro, Joan

                                                                                                                                                                                                      FERRO, Joan (Taylor) of Stoneham, September 1, 2008 at age 76. Beloved wife for 48 years of the late Angelo F. Ferro. Devoted mother of Patricia Kuschel of Winthrop and Glenn Ferro of Newton, NH. Loving sister of James Taylor and his wife Katherine of Chelmsford, Charles Taylor and his wife Dorothy of NH and the late Ernest Taylor. Dear sister-in-law of Marilyn Taylor of NH. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Funeral from the Barile Family Funeral Home, 482 Main…


                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Finney, Esther M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        and friends are invited to attend the Funeral at 9 a.m. Friday from The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), Waltham followed by a Funeral Mass in Saint Mary's Church, 133 School Street, Waltham at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Waltham. Visiting hours Thursday 5 - 8 p.m. For complete obituary, guestbook, and directions please visit


                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Fitzpatrick, Elizabeth

                                                                                                                                                                                                          and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting Hours are Sunday 4 thru 7. Services will conclude with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Memorial contributions maybe made to The Little Sisters of the Poor, c/o Jeanne Jugan Residence, 186 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143. For directions, obituary & guestbook, Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-933-0083 Woburn-Medford-Wilmington


                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Fiumara, Jospeh P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may visit with the family Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joseph's memory can be made to "Adult Special Needs MA Chapter" c/o Best Buddies, 45 Bromfield St., 3rd Fl, Boston, MA 02108. For directions, obituary and guest book


                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Flanders, Mary J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              FLANDERS, Mary J. (Lillis) In Haverhill, Sept. 3, 88, resident of Haverhill. Beloved wife of the late James E. Flanders. Loving mother of Susan C. and her husband Robert J. Murphy of Bedford, NH, Denise M. and her husband David F. Smigliani of White Horse Beach, MA, James E. "Jeff" Flanders and his wife Ellen J. of Dedham, MA and Charles M. Flanders and his wife Mary C. of Bradford. Dear sister of Loretta P. McLean of Haverhill. Grandmother of Christine Mandic, Jennifer St.Hilaire, Heather…


                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Flynn, James F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                and friends may call at the Funeral Home on Thursday prior to the service from 5 to 7:30 PM. Graveside services will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to VNA Middlesex East, 607 North Ave., Wakefield, MA 01880. For obit/directions/guestbook,, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home Stoneham 781-438-0405


                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Foley, Louise M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  FOLEY, Louise M. (Moreau) of Westerly RI, formerly of Pembroke, 77 years old. Beloved wife of the late Robert P. Foley. Dear mother of Robert P. Foley, Jr. and his wife Joanne of Sharon, NH, Marlene Droukas and her husband Thomas of Mystic, CT, Donna Boulter and her husband Richard of Wrentham, MA, Christine Chaisson and her husband James of Marshfield, MA, Kathleen Foley of Marshfield, MA, William Foley of Falmouth, ME. Grandmother of Katelyn, Andrew, Stephanie, Emily, Bruce, Matthew, Angela, Robert, and…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Foust, Bertram E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    81 of South Yarmouth died August 30, 2008. Beloved husband of Elizabeth H. (Realmuto) Foust. Loving father of George Foust of Honolulu, HI, Keith Foust of Orlando, Florida, Laurel Stokes of Bedford and the late Brett Foust. Step-father of Jonathan Humphrey of Hingham and Gerald Humphrey of Lancaster. Brother of James Foust of Wolfeboro, NH. Also survived by seventeen grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 3 in the…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Fremeau, Monica E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Monica E. Fremeau August 16, 1924 August 29, 2008 MISHAWAKA, IN Monica Ellen Fremeau, 84, passed away Friday at 3:55 a.m. in Memorial Hospital, South Bend, IN. Monica Ellen Kelly was born in Lowell, MA to Thomas Joseph Kelly and Anne Elizabeth Kavanagh. She graduated from Lowell Commercial College and went on to marry John Wilfred Fremeau on May 1, 1948 in Graniteville, MA. She was employed for 50 years as an organist for several churches, including: St Catherine's Church in Westford, St. Margaret's…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Galligan, William Christopher

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        GALLIGAN, William Christopher Of Hull formerly of Dorchester, September 3. Beloved son of William T. & Philomena M. (Naughton) Galligan of Hull. Loving brother of Lisa M. of CA, Paul J. of Weymouth and John P. Galligan of Hull. Funeral Service at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON Fri. afternoon at 1. Visiting hours 11 AM to 1 PM prior to service. Late member of A.R.C. and former resident of Vin Fen, Braintree. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to the…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Gammon, Lori L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Lori L. Gammon 1958 - 2008 HOLYOKE - Lori Lee Gammon, 49, of Brown Ave., died Thursday, August 28,, 2008 at home. She was born in Hudson, New York. Lori is survived by her parents, Sandra Rae (Lee) Pistey of Holyoke and Chalres Gammon of New York, and her children, Brian Barrett of Gardner and Jennifer Godbout of Shelburne Falls, her grandmother Evelyn Lee of Holyoke and Charles Gammon of Florida, her sister Sheri Gonthier of Westfield, her nephews, Christian and Kyle Gonthier, her aunt, Hannah Keefe of…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Garnache, Albert R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            & friends are respectfully invited to attend. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to a memorial scholarship which will be established in Al's memory; Waltham High School, c/o John Graceffa, 617 Lexington Street, Waltham, Ma. 02452. The Brasco & Sons Memorial Chapels, WALTHAM, assisted the family with arrangements., Waltham 781-893-6260


                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Gero, Arthur W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Arthur W. Gero 1971 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Arthur W. "Arty" Gero 37, a life long Springfield resident, entered into eternal rest unexpectedly on Saturday August 30, 2008 in Baystate Medical Center. Arty was born in Springfield on February 2, 1971 a son of Barbara J. (Gingras) Gero and the late Francis W. Gero. He attended Springfield schools, and was a 1988 graduate of Rogm Vocational Technical High School where he lettered in ice hockey. Arty was a U.S. Army veteran, obtaining the rank of Private…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Gerstel, Anna M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and friends invited to attend. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church on Saturday at 10 o'clock. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. For directions and on-line guestbook, please go to, . F. J. Higgins Funeral Home 617-325-0455


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Goglia, Shirley M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends respectfully invited to attend. Calling hours will be Friday from 4 to 8PM. Burial will be in Oak Dale Cemetery, Middleton. For additional information, please visit, . Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home Andover


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Golia, Evelyn L. (Rourke)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    GOLIA, Evelyn L. (Rourke) In Chelsea formerly of Revere, Sept. 3. Cherished daughter of the late Alice & Roy Rayner. Loving mother of Marie Richard and her husband Leonard of Chelsea, Cathy Dulay and her husband Domingo of VA and Cornelius Golia and his wife Angela of Wakefield. Long time fiance of the late Cornelius Shields. Dear sister of Lois Fletcher of ME and the late Barbara Beauchman and Janet Carlino Doherty. Cherished grandmother of Leoanrd Richard and Michelle and Christine Dulay, Kelly and…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gorgone, Viola "Dolly"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and friends are invited to visit in The DeVito Funeral Home 761 Mt. Auburn St., WATERTOWN Saturday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 with a Funeral Mass to commence at 10:00am in St. Luke Church, Belmont. Interment to follow St. Patrick Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dolly's memory to Alzheimer's Association 311 Arsenal St., Watertown,MA 02472 or St. Patrick Church-Cor Unum Meal Center, 191 Salem St., Lawrence, MA 01843


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Gould, Phyllis E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        and friends will be received Saturday evening, Septtember 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Tewksbury Funeral Home, corner of Dewey and Main St. (Rte 38) TEWKSBURY CENTER, phone (800 in MA or 978) 851 2950. A Prayer Service will follow at 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Following cremation burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Griggs, Astrid E. (Asplund)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Astrid E. (Asplund) Griggs, 93, formerly of Auburn, died peacefully Thursday, at Sunbridge Sandalwood Nursing Home, Oxford, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She is survived by her son, George J. Griggs, of Auburn; nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Cecil J. Griggs, in 1978, and son, Burton H. Griggs in 2004. She was the daughter of the late Oscar and Anna (Norgard) Asplund. She was born in Auburn and was educated…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Haglund, Raymond Victor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Raymond Victor Haglund, age 85, of East Greenwich, RI, passed away, surrounded by his family, on Friday, August 29, 2008, in Caribou, ME. Raymond, son of the late Otto A. Haglund and Florence V. (Tornwall) Haglund Berglund, was born June 11, 1923, in Worcester, MA. He began a long career with the U.S. Navy in December of 1941. During WWII, Raymond served as an aircraft mechanic in squadrons VP-84 in Iceland and VJ-15. Following WWII, Raymond returned to Worcester, MA, where he met and married Beatrice…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Harper, Grace M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Grace M. Harper 1916-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Grace M. Harper, 91, of Springfield, died Tuesday Sept. 2, 2008. Born in Portugal, she lived in this country most of her life. She was a communicant of Holy Cross Church, and along with her late husband, William " Bill" Harper, she managed the William J. Harper Inc. Co. of Springfield. She was also predeceased by all of her siblings and is survived by a son William Jr. and his wife Carolyn of Springfield, a daughter, Joyce Harper of Belchertown and a…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Harvey, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                James Harvey, 49, of Westborough, formerly of Spencer, died Wednesday, September 3rd, in UMass Memorial Hospital. He leaves his father, D. Michael "Mike" and his wife, Denyse P. (Gobeille) Harvey of Worcester; two brothers: Michael Harvey and his wife, Karen of Rocky River, OH and Daniel Harvey of Webster; a sister, Kathleen Harvey of Worcester; and many nephews. nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles. His sister, Patricia Hesselton, predeceased him. He was born in Worcester, the son of the late Ann…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Hathaway, Tatsue

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Tatsue Hathaway 1928 - 2008 CHICOPEE - Tatsue, known as "Totsie" to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on September 2nd at Holyoke Hospital's Transi-tional Care Center. She leaves behind her daughter Hikari and her partner Douglas and their three children Marlin, Isabel, and Cyrus; her daughter Martha and her two children Amy and Katie; and her daughter Lisa and her son Jonathan. She will be remembered in a private ceremony surrounded by close friends and family. Totsie's life will…



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Heisson, Gladys B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Gladys B. Heisson lived in Fitchburg for six decades; 82 FITCHBURG Gladys B. (Brewer) Heisson, 82, of Fitchburg, died Wednesday, Sept. 3, in HealthAlliance Leominster Hospital, unexpectedly. She leaves her husband of 60 years, an anniversary which they celebrated this past May 1, 2008; one daughter, June A. Osowski of Gardner, MA: three grandchildren, Craig A. Osowski and his wife, Patsy, of Gardner, MA, Krista A. Osowski of Framingham, MA, and Cory J. Heisson, and his wife, Cassie, of Leicester, MA; two…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Hirsh, Bertha

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Jennie Hirsh SPRINGFIELD - Bertha Hirsh of Springfield, Massachusetts passed away on September 3rd at the age of 96. Born and raised in New York City, she moved to Western Massachusetts 27 years ago, where she was an active member of many organizations including the Springfield Jewish Community Center; moreover, she was a lifetime member of the American Mizrachi Women. She was married for 43 years to the late Henry Hirsh, who passed away in 1979; she later married Abraham Plotkin, who passed away in 1995.…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hodgerney, Florence G. (Glady)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      hours are Friday September 5th from 6-8 PM in the Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 Central St., Auburn. Funeral services will be held Sat. Sept 6th at 11 AM in the First Assembly of God Church, 30 Tyler Prentice Road, Worcester. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Auburn. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to the church. For directions or to leave a message of sympathy for the family, please visit www.brittonfuneralhomes.com


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Jeanne B. McCarthy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        In Taunton, September 5, 2008 Jeanne B. (Car rier) McCarthy died after a lengthy & courageous battle with can cer at the age of 71. She was the wife of William K. McCarthy Jr. of North Walker St. in Taunton. Jeanne was born in North Dighton to her late parents Levite & Olive (Caron) Carrier. She has lived most of her life in Taunton and graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Taunton and St. Anne’s Hospital School of Nursing in Fall River. Jeanne retired from Morton Hospital after 38 years of…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • JoAnn Vieira

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          JoAnn Vieira, 60, died at her Taunton home on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd unexpectedly. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ora (Lineberry) Vieira, Sr. Educated in Taunton schools, she graduated from Taunton High School, and later worked for the State of Massachusetts in the mental health field for over 20 years. A collector of bulldog knickknacks, she en joyed music and traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time in England. She leaves a son, A. J. Vieira and his fiance; Tracy May, both…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kerans, Cheryl A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Cheryl A. Kerans, 56, of Worcester, died Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 in the Autumn Village Nursing Center after an illness. She leaves a son, Jesse J. Kerans and her mother, Ann L. (Boyle) Kerans of Worcester. Her father, Howard J. Kerans Jr. died in 1961. Cheryl was born in Worcester. She graduated from Doherty High School and Worcester State College. Cheryl was a records clerk for 12 years in the Radiology Dept. at St. Vincent Hospital, retiring due to health reasons. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting.…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kidder, Gregory P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Gregory P. Kidder, 52, of Northborough died 8/31/08. He grew up in Northborough and leaves behind his wife Lori; children Nick, Jen and Winslow; his father Paul Kidder; twin brother Jeff Kidder and sisters Karen Nelson and Gail Smith. Greg was loved by all that knew him for his quick wit and friendly manner, consistent companion Rosey the bird. A celebration of his life will be held September 6th at 11:00 A.M. at The Church of Nativity, Howard St., Northborough. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kuzio, Sgt. Corey S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Sgt. Corey S. Kuzio, 21, of the United States Marine Corp, 3rd Assault Amphibian Battilion, 1st Marine Division, Camp Pendelton, CA, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 27 while on active duty. Corey leaves his loving wife, ("Lesha") Ulesha V. Kuzio of Worcester; his mother, Kim L. (Phillips) Thompson, of Charlton; his father, Marc A. Kuzio of Liverpool, NY; 2 brothers, Pvt. Jordan T. Kuzio and Alexander D. Phillips; his maternal grandparents, Louise M. Phillips "Gram" and Philip T.…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • LaFountain, Bernice A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Bernice A. LaFountain 1926-2008 Wilbraham - Bernice A. (Bailey) LaFountain, age 81, formerly of Wilbraham, MA died August 29, 2008 at Mary Lyon Skilled Nursing Home in Hampden, MA. She was born in Springfield, MA daughter of Albert Bailey, Jr. and Amelia Gaimari Bailey. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert L. LaFountain and a son, Richard LaFountain. She leaves a son, Robert LaFountain, Jr. and his wife, Terry, of Vista, CA; a daughter, Patricia of Springfield, MA and her grandchildren, Jason of Las…


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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Loftus, Kathleen F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Kathleen F. Loftus 1923-2008 HOLYOKE - Kathleen F. (Kennedy) Loftus, 83, of Holyoke, died Thursday September 4, 2008 at Mount Saint Vincent Nursing Center in Holyoke. She was born in Holyoke, daughter of the late James and Mary (Sullivan) Kennedy and was a 1940 graduate of the former Saint Jerome High School in Holyoke. Kathleen also attended the former Holyoke Business School, and had been employed as an Administrative Assistant at Daniel O'Connell's Sons Inc. Construction Company of Holyoke. She…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lotz, Robert William

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Robert William Lotz of Darien, CT, died on August 19, 2008 in Port Chester, NY. He was 85. He graduated from Worcester Academy and Worcester Polytechnic Institute where he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty Borgeson Lotz; two sons: Norman Lotz and Steven Lotz and his wife Linda Allen Lotz; and 3 grandchildren. A memorial service was held on Saturday, August 30, at the Edward Lawrence Funeral Home, Darien, CT. Interment will be private. The family received friends…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • McCormick, William F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          William F. McCormick 1924-2008 WESTFIELD - William Francis McCormick, 84, formerly of Cardinal Lane in Westfield and Rogers Ave in West Springfield died Thursday at the Fairhaven Nursing Home in Lowell. H e was born in Holyoke on April 15th, 1924 to the late Catherine (O'Connor) and William McCor-mick. He grew up in Holyoke, graduated from Holyoke High School and lived his adult life in West Springfield and Agawam. He was a graduate of Georgetown University. He was retired and previously worked as a…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Moss III, Edward A. D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Edward A. D. Moss, III formerly of Tyngsboro, WWII vet; 83 NASHUA, NH Edward A. D. Moss, III, 83, of Nashua, NH, and formerly of Tyngsboro, MA, died Wednesday morning, September 3, 2008, at the Courville at Nashua, after a brief illness. Born in Marlborough, MA on March 27, 1925, Ed was a son of the late Edward A.D. Jr. and Cathleen L. (Carey) Moss. Mr. Moss made his home in Tyngsboro, MA for 45 years before moving to Nashua where he has resided for over 20 years. Mr. Moss was a graduate of Lowell High…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mrvicin Jr., Louis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Louis Mrvicin, Jr., 52 years old, son of Louis and Anna Mrvicin of Billerica, who was born in Cambridge on April 12, 1956, passed away on Friday morning after an illness. This illness had caused him to retire early from Advanced Coating of Westminster. Besides his parents, he is survived by his life long companion and "best friend", Diana L. Foster, with whom he has resided with for most of his life. He also leaves behind his loving brother, Mark and his wife Holly and their daughter, Hunter; also…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Murphy, Richard V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Richard V. Murphy, age 61, of Sterling, Virginia died August 1, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Gail Jewel, son of Montene Murphy Bieber and the late Francis X. Murphy. He is survived by step-daughters, Kate Jones and Kelley Schreiber and step-son, David Jewel; sisters, Maura Murphy and Elaine Boukalis; brother, Francis X. Murphy. He was a graduate of Saint John's High School and Holy Cross class of 1969. A memorial service will be held September 13th at Adams Green Funeral Home, Herndon, Virginia.…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Murray, Mary L. (Grosse)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Mary L. (Grosse) Murray, 86, of Brentwood Dr., died at home on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden and are incomplete. www.milesfuneralhome.com


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Nunnery Jr., James W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    James W. Nunnery, Jr. formerly of Lowell Mr. James William Nunnery, Jr., formerly of Lowell, MA, died Thursday evening, September 4, 2008, at D'Youville Senior Care Center in Lowell, MA, after a short illness. He was married to the late Mrs. Ruth (Callahan) Nunnery who died March 6, 2006. Jim was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather who had a wonderfully generous spirit. After his wife died, he decided to return to his roots in Mississippi. Jim was born in Columbia, Mississippi on April 16,…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • O'Grady, Winifred L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      hours omitted. Interment St. John's Cemetery, Lancaster, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. www.costellofuneralhome.com


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ozdizdar, Shirley A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Shirley A. Ozdizdar 1927-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Shirley Alice (Grimmeisen) Ozdizdar, 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday Sept. 4th at Wingate of Spring-field. Born in Springfield, she was a lifelong area Springfield area resident. She graduated from West Springfield High School, and attended American International College. Shirley worked locally as a medical secretary and homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband, Hamdi H. Ozdizdar, who passed away on July 18th, 2007. Shirley and Hamdi celebrated 59…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Rahaim Jr., James J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          James J. Rahaim, Jr., 71, of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Holden, died peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday, September 4, 2008 in the New England Baptist Hospital, Boston. He leaves his wife of 32 years, Carol A. (Petterson) Rahaim; four sons, Christopher J. Rahaim, Michael J. Rahaim and Mark R. Gunnard all of Florida, and Eric C. Gunnard and his wife Nancy of Rutland; a sister, Rita Turo Head and her husband Thomas of West Boylston; 5 granddaughters, 2 grandsons; 2 nephews, David and Jay…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Richard, Alfred J. "Al" "Teboy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Alfred J. "Al", "Teboy" Richard, 85, of 47 Lake Street, Gardner, died Thursday, September 4th in Heywood Hospital, Gardner surrounded by his loving family following a very long illness. Born in Gardner on July 19, 1923, he was the son of the late Alban Richard and Maime (Duplacy) (Richard) Johnson. Al was a Travel Agent and a Real Estate Broker. He owned Gardner Travel Agency, Inc. and A.J. Richard Realty, both in Gardner. He formerly owned A.J. Richard Insurance Co. of Gardner. Al…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Riley, Marie R. (Fiore)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Marie R. (Fiore) Riley, 81, formerly of 67 Paine St, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, in Notre Dame Long Term Care Center. Her husband of more than 50 years, Richard F. Riley, Sr., died February 2, 2001. She leaves 16 children, Richard F. Riley, Jr. of West Boylston, Kathleen A. Cavan and her husband Tim of West Boylston, Paul J. Riley and his wife Julie of West Boylston, Thomas D. Riley and his companion Bozenna Boudrot of Worcester, John W. Riley of Harwichport, James P. Riley and his wife…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Robert Francis Fitzgerald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Robert Francis ‘Little Bob’ Fitzgerald, husband of Rose (Lima) Fitzgerald, died on Thursday, Sept. 4th at the Golden Living - Wedgemere Nursing Center at the age of 85. Born in Rockland, he was educated in Rockland area schools, and later served in the U.S. Navy during WW II. Moving to the Taunton area, many years ago, he worked as an electrician’s assistant for the Federal Government, until retiring many years ago. Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Robert Turner of CA; a daughter, Carol Von…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Robert M. Gadry

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  In Taunton, Sept. 1, 2008, Robert M. Gadry died after a brief illness at the age of 78. Robert was the son of the late Peter & Victoria (ST. Don) Gadry. He was born in Taunton and also educated here, graduating from THS Class of 1948. He served his country during the Korean War era in the U.S. Air Force. He worked at Reed & Barton Co. and Paul Dever State School in Taunton. Robert is survived by his siblings, Doris Holmes of North Dighton, Roland Gadry of Raynham and the late Irene Gadry, Lillian…



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Seay, Dorothy (Slutsky)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Dorothy (Slutsky) Seay, 99, died Friday, Sept. 5th in her residence after a long illness. Funeral services will be held at NOON, on MONDAY, September 8th, in Perlman Funeral Home, 1027 Main St. Complete obituary will be in tomorrow's edition.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sepulveda, Efrain

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Efrain Sepulveda, 77, of Worcester, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008, peacefully in his home surrounded by his family. He leaves his loving and devoted wife of 47 years, Ada (Valentin) Sepulveda. They celebrated their anniversary on August 29th. He leaves his five children: Migdalia Fairbanks of North Grafton, Lionel Sepulveda of Worcester, Vivian Flanagan of Worcester, Walter Sepulveda of Worcester, Evelyn Sepulveda of Florida; and Jalissa Amaro, a granddaughter he raised. He also leaves 16 grandchildren…


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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Speight, Jane Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Jane Ann Speight 1938-2008 AGAWAM - Jane Ann "Nellie" Speight. I was born to Thomas and Emily (Deady) Speight who were wonderful parents. I was also blessed with three terrific older siblings Thomas, Ruth and Richard who helped and loved me all my life. As I grew up in the great town of East Longmeadow, I became known as "Nellie the tomboy" who played all sports with "the guys" and always gave a good account of myself. I had a very happy childhood while attending local schools,…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Tang, May

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          May Tang 1946-2008 SOUTHWICK- May (Lau) Tang 61 wife of 46 years to Kan Yung Tang died September 4, 2008 at Baystate Medical Center. May was born in Hong Kong, a daughter of Tim Mui (Man) Lau and the late Guei Lau. She was a resident of Southwick for the last 6 years. In addition to her mother and her husband ,May is survived by her 3 sons, Stanley Tang and his wife, Jackie of Hong Kong, Rickey Tang and his wife, Sara of Southwick , Sam Tang and his wife, Glendy of Edgewater, N.J.; 2 brothers, Bob Lau and…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Thibodeau, Raymond R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Raymond R. Thibodeau of Westminster, Navy vet, WWII; 83 WESTMINSTER Raymond R. Thibodeau, 83, of Westminster, died unexpectedly Friday, September 5, 2008, at the University of Massachusetts Hospital, Worcester. He was the husband of Doris J. (Landry) Thibodeau who died in November 1991. Mrs. Thibodeau was born in Fitchburg, October 3, 1924, a son of Simon and Premelia (LeBlanc) Thibodeau, and resided many years in Fitchburg before moving to Westminster 30 years ago. He attended the Fitchburg School System.…


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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Walker, Martha E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Martha E. Walker, 65, of Berlin, died on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 in St. Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center. She was the wife of the late David B. Walker. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Shirley (Burnham) Todd. She was educated in Worcester schools and attended secretarial school in Hartford, CT. Mrs. Walker was employed as an administrative secretary in the computer industry prior to her retirement and has been a resident of Berlin since 1980 previously living…


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wilson, Ernest A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Ernest A. Wilson longtime Littleton resident; 71 LITTLETON Ernest A. Wilson, 71, a longtime resident of Littleton, died on September 2, at Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer. He was born in Woonsocket, RI, on May 31, 1937, son of the late David J. Wilson Sr., and Edna (Heath) Wilson. He attended the Westford School System, and later Lowell trade school where he studied painting and decorating. Ernest worked at Cobb's Chicken Hatchery in Littleton for many years, and made his home in Littleton from…









                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Barbara Anne Peterson, loved nature, family


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Beatrice V. Fountain


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Catherine Shea, 96, avid Sox and Celtics fan


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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • George E. Letendre


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Gerald T. Raymond


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Harold R. Bassett


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Hilda Martin


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Jessie Dexter


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kathleen T. Leonard


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lloyd M. Rowe Sr.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Louis H. Morris


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lucy Amidon, 52, Northampton native


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Maria P. Amarello


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Mary Cargel, 94, Hadley native


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pamela J. Hurd



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Paul A. Beebe


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Raymond Villeneuve, French teacher in area


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Reddy, Mary V.


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Robert H. Davenport


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Surowiec, Mary


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Vincenzo J. Riggi, 98


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