Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Massachusetts Obituaries 11/05/08

  • Ackman, Frances M.

    ACKMAN, Frances, M. She was living in North Miami for 36 years. She was formerly from Newton, MA. She is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, Robert and JoAnne Ackman of Cambridge, MA and her son Kenneth Ackman of Miami. She is also suvived by her two grandchildren, Emily & Jacob Ackman of Cambridge. She was the widow of the late Barnett Ackman of North Miami. She passed away on October 30th and was laid to rest on Sunday, November 2nd in Miami. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her…

    • Bahsler, Jean

      are invited to attend. Interment Prayers and Burial will follow in Edgewood Cemetery, Nashua. Arrangements are in the care of DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, 1 Lock St, Nashua (www.davisfuneralhomenh.com.)

      • Baker, Norma (Winthrop)

        BAKER, Norma (Winthrop) Of Stoughton, on November 2, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Isadore Baker. Devoted mother of Steven and Gary Baker. Dear grandmother of Alan, Alicia, Seth, Charlene, and Michelle. Great grandmother of Tanner and Harold. Loving sister of Iris Stone and Harold Winthrop. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Graveside Services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, on Friday, November 7 at 11:45 a.m. Following Services family and friends are invited to return to the Clubhouse at…

        • Batista, Doris

          Doris Batista of Leominster Doris Batista, 41,of Leominster died Tuesday November 4,2008 at Life Care Center of Leominster. Wright-Roy funeral home 109 West street Leominster, directing arrangements which are incomplete at this time.

          • Beaudoin, Eleanor R.

            may call at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Ave, DRACUT on Thursday from 4 until 8 pm. Her funeral service will be held from the funeral home on Friday at 8 am, followed by her Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 9 am at St. Marguerite D'Youville Parish at St. Therese Church in Dracut. Following cremation, burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer memorial contributions be made in her name to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 3550 North Central Ave, Suite…

            • Bergeron, Ralph E.

              BERGERON, Ralph E. Of South Yarmouth, October 31, 2008. Son of the late Asa and Marion (Manning) Bergeron. Brother of the late Edgar L. Bergeron. A Funeral Mass will be offered at 10 a.m. Thursday in The Blessed Sacrament Chapel of Saint Charles Borromeo Church, 51 Hall Street, Waltham. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Waltham. Visitation will be held prior to the Funeral Mass on Thursday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street, (Rte. 20), WALTHAM. For complete obituary,…

              • Bongo, Antoinette J. (Capilli)

                BONGO, Antoinette J. (Capilli) Of Norwood October 31 age 86. Beloved wife of the late Michael J. Bongo, Devoted Mother of Michael J. Jr. of Norwood, Robert of Mansfield, Mary Blue of Dennis, Louise Vanderbilt of CO, & Theresa Andrews of Norwood. Sister of Tina Castaldi of Easton. Daughter of the late John and Natalie (Ingemi) Capilli. Grandmother of 8 grandchildren, 1 late grandchild Gregory Bongo, & 1 great grandchild Paige Ferguson. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday Nov. 7, 9am at St…

                • Borden, Doris G. (Burt)

                  BORDEN, Doris G. (Burt) Of Arlington, Nov. 3, 2008 at the age of 98. Wife of the late Edward Whelpley and the late Charles Borden. Mother of Marilyn (Whel-pley) and her husband Richard Jones of Arlington. Grandmother of Robin Jones of Arlington and Scoff Jones and his girlfriend Kimberley Van Winkle of Arlington. Great-grandmother of Courtney Jones of Arlington. Sister-in-law of Rita Burt of Medford. Also survived by many nieces and neph-ews. Visiting hours at the Saville & Grannan Funeral Home, 418…

                  • Boushell, Patricia L.

                    & friends are respectfully invited. Remembrances may be made in memory of Patricia to Special Olympics, 450 Old Maple St., Danvers, MA 01923. For condolence messages:

                    • Boyd Jr., Edward J.

                      Edward J. Boyd, Jr. NORTH WEYMOUTH Edward J. Boyd Jr. age 78 of No. Weymouth and Cape Coral, FL., formerly of Quincy, passed away Monday, November 3, 2008 at his son Edwards Home in No. Weymouth surrounded by his loving family. Edward was born in Central Falls, R.I. on November 3, 1930. Raised and educated in Quincy. Resident of No. Weymouth for the past 50 years. Retired in 1990 as a Letter Carrier with the U.S. Postal Services in the No. Weymouth Branch after 25 years. U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War.…

                      • Brendan P. Cunningham

                        Brendan P. Cunningham, 31 years old, died unexpectedly in the Arbour Hospital, Boston on Sunday Nov. 2, 2008. Born in Taunton son of Diane (Shachoy) Trainor of Taunton and Joseph Cunningham of Taunton.  Educated in Taunton and a member of the Class of 1995 of Taunton High School.  He was a employed as a machinist for Bristol Tape in Fall River.  He enjoyed all sports especially the Red Sox.  He is the brother of Brian Cunningham of Taunton, Tanya Iannelli of Braintree and her husband Steve; Jodi Tower…

                        • Bryan, Helen M. (Benway)

                          and Friends Invited to attend. Interment in Old Calvary Cemetery. For directions and on-line guest book please visit, F. J. Higgins Funeral Home 617.325.0455

                          • Bryant, Cecelia Anne (O'Brien)

                            and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, 4- 8 PM. Interment, St. Patrick Cemetery, Stoneham. In lieu of flowers, please honor Cecilia with donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472. For obit/directions/ guestbook, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home Stoneham 781-438-0405

                            • Buitenhuys, Lewis

                              PLYMOUTH Lewis Buitenhuys, passed away Nov. 4, 2008, at Radius Healthcare Center of Plymouth, at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife, Virginia (Mitchell) Buitenhuys of Kingston; two daughters, Gretchen and her friend Sheryl Fiumara of Kingston, Rhonda and Bill Hinchey of Pembroke; three sons, Douglas and his wife Maureen of Kingston, Paul of Kingston and Neil and his wife Bethany of Portland, Maine; seven grandchildren, Sarah and her husband James Hanoosh of Marlboro, Brian and his wife Kristy…

                              • Bullett, Ruth M.

                                : Services for Ruth Bullett will take place Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church in North Adams. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours at the Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St., will be Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested for the North Adams Ambulance Service through the funeral home.,

                                • Burke, Mary Louise (Duffy)

                                  BURKE, Mary Louise (Duffy) Of Newton Nov. 1, 2008. Beloved wife of Wayne Burke. Mother of Jeffrey Burke and his wife Kim and Matthew Burke and his wife Aniela all of Arlington. Sister of Kathi Duffy of Newton & Anne Krueger of Watertown and the late Thomas and James Duffy. Daughter of the late Andrew R. and Marguerite (Maclntyre) Duffy. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM in the Nardone Funeral Home, 373 Main St., WATERTOWN. At the request of the family services private. Nardone…

                                  • Burns, Donald J.

                                    WEST YARMOUTH —Donald J. Burns, 86, of West Yarmouth, died on Nov. 3, 2008, at Essex Pavilion in Hyannis. He was husband of the late Marjorie (Smith) Burns, who died in February of this year. Born and raised in Worcester, he enlisted in the Navy prior to graduation from South High School in Worcester. He served during World War II from December 1941 until February 1945, and spent time on PT 563 as a gunner's mate. He received his GED after the war and then graduated from Ward's Business School in…

                                    • Burrows, Joseph A.

                                      Joseph A. Burrows of Lowell, enjoyed gardening Lowell Mr. Joseph A. Burrows of Lowell, died Sunday, November 2, 2008 at Saint Medical Center in Lowell, MA after a brief illness. He was married to Mrs. H. Ruth (McGowan) Burrows with whom he has been married to for over 60 years. Joseph was born in Dracut, on August 11, 1919, the son of the late Albert and Frances (Allison) Burrows. He was a graduate of Dracut High School. He served with the U.S. Army Air Corp. during WWII. Joseph retired from the Lowell…

                                      • Cannon, Gwendolyn J. (Greek)

                                        and friends are invited to attend her funeral Sat. at 10 a.m. at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St., DEDHAM. Interment in Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 p.m. Visit website for directions and guestbook. Folsom Funeral Home www.

                                        • Carcia, Carmelo "Carmen"

                                          and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4-9. Services will conclude with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. As an expression sympathy memorial contributions may be sent in Carmelo's name to the , 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 or the , 330 Congress St., 5th Fl, Boston, MA 02210. For directions, obituary and guestbook, Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Wilmington-Woburn

                                          • Carreiro, Domiciano

                                            NEW BEDFORD —Domiciano "Rocky" Carreiro, 81, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at home, surrounded by his loving wife, after a brief illness. He was the husband of Silvana (Medeiros) Carreiro for 54 years. Born in Feteira Pequena, Sao Miguel, Azores, he was the son of the late Manuel and Maria (Barbosa) Lazaro. He was a communicant of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church In 1959, he moved to Ketchiner, Canada without his wife and in 1961, he moved to New Bedford with his wife. He was a…

                                            • Charles Sr., Richard Hannigan

                                              and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours are Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Burial in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Crohn's & Colitis N.E. Chapter, 280 Hillside Ave., Needham, MA 02494. Retired mailer employee at the Boston Globe. For directions, online obit. & guest book visit

                                              • Cirasella, Adeline

                                                Adeline Cirasella of Lowell; 83 Lowell Miss Lena Cirasella, 83, a resident of Lowell for most of her lifetime, died Monday, November 3, 2008, at D'Youville Senior Health Care Center after a long illness. Born May 15, 1925, in North Chelmsford, she was the daughter of the late Vito and the late Nicolina (DiPrenda) Cirasella who were both natives of Italy. She attended St. Peter's Grammar School and Lowell High School, Miss Cirasella was a member of the former Notre Dame deLourdes Church, where she…

                                                • Coleman, Linda K.

                                                  and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Attendant parking available. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Linda's memory may be made to the Sisters of Notre Dame 13000 Auburn Road, Chardon,OH 44024. Linda was an active member of the Kiwanis Club of West Roxbury and the West Roxbury Historical Society. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home West Roxbury 617-325-3600

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                                                    • Connor, Gail M.

                                                      & friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Mystic Valley Elder Services, 300 Commercial St., Malden, MA 02148. For complete obituary, guest book & directions

                                                      • Cook, George W.

                                                        WEYMOUTH George W. Cook, a former merchant marine and veteran of WWII, died at his home in Weymouth on Sunday, November 2, 2008. He was 81 years of age. Born, raised and educated in Boston, he had lived in Redondo Beach, CA for 20 years before moving to Weymouth 10 years ago. While in California he worked as a supervisor and cook at Torrence Nursing Home. Beloved husband of the late Vienna C. (Bersani) Cook. Loving father of Wayne and David Cook both of Brockton, John, Joan Lamantia and Valerie Cook all of…

                                                        • Corliss, Jasmine Noel

                                                          Jasmine Noel Corliss of Chelmsford; 2 Chelmsford Jasmine Noel Corliss, 2 years 3 months, of Chelmsford, passed away Sunday November 2, 2008 at Children's Hospital in Boston. Born on July 26, 2006 she was the beloved daughter of Robert N. and Kristine B. (Conlon) Corliss of Chelmsford. In addition to her loving parents, Jasmine Noel is survived by her brother and sister; Mark F. Corliss, and Ariel E. Corliss, her grandparents; Janet Corliss of Waltham, and Francis and Cheryl King of Maynard, and many…

                                                          • Coston, Lisa

                                                            WEYMOUTH Lisa (Cameles) Coston, of Weymouth, formerly of Dorchester, November 4, 2008. Beloved mother of William Coston and Gregory Coston. Daughter of Eugenia (Mazomenos) and the late George A. Cameles. Sister of Diane Seremetis. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, MILTON, Thursday 4 - 8 p.m. Complete arrangements to be announced. or 617-698-6264.

                                                            • Coté, Joseph E.

                                                              Joseph E. Coté accomplished cyclist, Veteran; 86 Townsend Joseph E. Coté, 86, passed away October 31, after recent a decline in health. He grew up in Grafton and Worcester, before serving in the Army World War II, including the Normandy campaign. After returning home, he attended the School of Practical Art in Boston, and went on to a career as a commercial artist. He and Marion Lund married in 1960 and settled in Townsend. He was an accomplished cyclist, competing in hundreds of races and operating a…

                                                              • Crane, Anne M.

                                                                Anne M. Crane EASTON Anne M. (Treacy) Crane, 70, a resident of Easton for the past 36 years, died Tuesday morning at home under the care of her family and hospice. She was the wife of Daniel M. Crane for 48 years. Born in Boston on October 19, 1938, a daughter of the late Michael J. and Celia M. (Walsh) Treacy, she was a graduate of Matignon High School in Cambridge and Wyndham Junior College in Boston. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she was an active communicant of the Holy Cross Church in…

                                                                • Crane, Anne M. (Treacy)

                                                                  and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the Kane Funeral Home 605 Washington Street (Rte.138) EASTON, on Friday at 9:00 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass in the Holy Cross Church, Easton, at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Furnace Village Cemetery, Easton. Visiting hours on Thursday 4-8 p.m. For directions or condolences visit

                                                                  • Cummings, Francis J.

                                                                    and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours are Thursday only 4-8 pm. Donations in Francis' memory may be made to the , 9 Riverside Rd. in Weston 02493. Interment at St. Joseph's Cemetery in West Roxbury. Rocco-Carr-Henderson Funeral Homes 1-877-71-ROCCO

                                                                    • Cunningham, Brendan P.

                                                                      and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial in Holy Family Church, East Taunton, Friday, at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Thursday in the Crapo-Hathaway Funeral Home, 350 Somerset Ave. (Rte. 138 South), Taunton, from 4-8 p.m. Interment in St. Francis Cemetery. Donations in Brendan memory may be made to Learn 2 Cope, c/o Joanne Petersen, P.O. Box 60, Raynham, MA 02767. To light a candle, get directions or to access the memorial register, go to www.hathawayfunerals.com.

                                                                      • Curcio, Mary J.

                                                                        ARRANGEMENTS: Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the Scatamacchia Funeral Home, 358 Washington St. Visiting hours will be held after the funeral service from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Penacook Place Patients Fund, 150 Water St., Haverhill, MA 01830. For directions or to send condolences go to

                                                                        • Davis, Elizabeth V.

                                                                          may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTCKET ST. at Fletcher from 3 to 7 pm Thursday. Her funeral will take place from the funeral home Friday morning at 9 o'clock followed by a Funeral Mass at ST. PATRICK CHURCH at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery. E-condolence/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Directors John W. Crane and James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978 or 866) 458-8768.

                                                                          • Delehanty, John Michael

                                                                            are invited to his Funeral Mass Thursday morning at ST. MICHAEL CHURCH at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell, 45 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA 01852, E-condolence/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Directors John W. Crane and James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978 or 866) 458-8768.

                                                                            • Del Bene, Ralph

                                                                              DEL BENE, Ralph Of Peabody formerly Revere and East Boston November 3. Beloved husband of Angelina (Giorlando) Del Bene with whom he shared 47 years of marriage. Loving father of David Del Bene and his wife Diane and Kenneth Del Bene and his wife Kathy all of Peabody. Dear brother of Elena and Mary Bruno both of East Boston and the late Theresa Lombardi and Carol Fontenot. Cherished grandfather of Dominique, Deanna and Emily DelBene. Funeral from Vazza's "Beechwood" Funeral Home 262 Beach…

                                                                              • DiGiorgio, Anna M. (Spagnolo)

                                                                                DiGIORGIO, Anna M. (Spagnolo) In Winthrop, formerly of Revere & East Boston, Oct. 31, at 84 years. Wife of the late Anthony S. DiGiorgio. Mother of the late Anthony J. Cherished grandmother of Francesca A DiGiorgio & husband Justin R. & Anthony D. DiGiorgio, all of Winthrop. Dear sister of Gloria Schifano & her late husband Al of Danvers & the late Vincent I. Spagnolo. Beloved sister in-law of Clair Spagnolo of East Boston. Also lovingly survived by her great grandaughter Dakota…

                                                                                • Donovan, Helen J. (McGrath)

                                                                                  & friends invited. Visiting 1 hour prior to funeral mass from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. A Memorial service for Helen will be held Friday, November 7, at 1:30 PM at the Bedford Presbyterian Church in Bedford, NH where Helen has enjoyed living for the past 11 years. Gold Star Mother, enjoyed winters in Pompano Beach, FL, loved her life and friends at Briston Manor, Bedford, NH and especially loved and enjoyed her children and grandchildren. Interment, Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge.

                                                                                  • Doyle, George J.

                                                                                    SOUTH BOSTON George J. "Whitey" Doyle, of South Boston November 4, 2008. Brother of the late James Patrick, William, Joseph, Florence M. Pomfret, and Katherine M. Doyle. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Marian Manor, 130 Dorchester St., South Boston, Thursday at 10 a.m. Visitation prior to Mass beginning at 9 a.m. in Marian Manor. Burial in MA National Cemetery, Bourne at 2 p.m. Donations in memory of Mr.…

                                                                                    • Driscoll, Janet C.

                                                                                      HOLBROOK Janet C. "Nana" (Peterson) Driscoll, of Holbrook, died November 2. She grew up and attended school in Boston before moving to Holbrook 37 years ago. Wife of the late John C. Driscoll. Mother of Jeffrey P. Driscoll and his wife Donna and Jennifer A. Driscoll and her husband John Erminelli all of Holbrook. Sister of Judie Shields and her husband George Murray of Hyde Park and Joyce Greenwood and her husband Thomas of Brockton. Also survived by her grandchildren John and Cassandra and…

                                                                                      • Duffy, James M.

                                                                                        and friends kindly invited.

                                                                                        • Elizabeth CDP, Sister Hirsch

                                                                                          SISTER ELIZABETH HIRSCH, CDP Sister of Divine Providence, of Kingston, died Nov. 3. She was 88. Born on Feb. 8, 1920 and baptized Elizabeth Monica Hirsch at St. Martin's Church in West End, Pittsburgh, PA, she was one of Clara and Pius Hirsch's four children. Her brother, "Father Joe," her sister Marie, and her sister Florence (Dolly) preceded her in death. Dolly's son Joseph Hoffman is her only surviving relative. Dolly's daughter, Alverna, died several years ago. Elizabeth was…

                                                                                          • Farinato, Clelia (Capomaccio)

                                                                                            FARINATO, Clelia (Capapomaccio) Of Cambridge, Nov. 4. Beloved with of the late Joseph. Devoted mother of Umberto Roland Farinato & Frances Salgado. Loving grandmother of Joseph & his wife Cheryl Salgado, Gregory Salgado & Danielle Farinato. Dear great-grandmother of Nicolas and Damian Salgado. Sister of Mario & the late Giovanni, Giuseppi & Alphonso Capomaccio. Funeral from the Donovan-Aufiero Funeral Home, 140 Otis St. (at 6th St.), EAST CAMBRIDGE Friday at 8 AM followed by a Rite of…

                                                                                            • Fay Sr., Daniel J.

                                                                                              FAY, Daniel J. Sr. 64 years, of South Boston, November 3, 2008. Son of the late Lawrence and Mary A. (Sullivan) Fay. Survived by a son Daniel J. Fay, Jr. and his wife Kelley of Cranford, NJ and a loving daughter Maura (Olcott) Mansfield and her husband Paul of Brockton. Mr. Fay was especially proud of his four wonderful grandchildren, Daniel McMenamy "Mac" and Delaney Catherine Fay of Cranford, NJ and Christopher Michael Olcott and Caitlin Grace Mansfield of Brockton; his dear aunt Eleanor Fay of…

                                                                                              • Fialkosky, William J.

                                                                                                and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting Hrs Thursday 4-8 pm. Interment Mt Feake Cemetery, Waltham. Merchant Marine Veteran. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For directions and guest book, Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617-782-1000

                                                                                                • Finer, Daniel C.

                                                                                                  FINER, Daniel C. Of Middleboro, MA. Entered into rest suddenly Nov. 2, 2008. Dear son of the late Alfred & Goldie (Labinsky) Finer. Graveside Services at the Lawrence Ave. Cemetery, Baker St., West Roxbury, MA Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Memorial Observance will be at the home of Bill & Judy Finer Wed. only. In Lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Stanetsky Memorial Chapel 617-232-9300

                                                                                                  • Foley, Louise

                                                                                                    Louise Foley ROCKLAND Louise Foley, 85, of Rockland, MA and formerly of Quincy and Braintree, died Monday Nov. 3, 2008 at the Community Hospice House, Merrimack, NH surrounded by her family. She was born in Boston, MA on Feb. 24, 1923 a daughter of the late William and Mary (Hamilton) Jones. Mrs. Foley spent her younger years in Quincy before moving to Braintree from 1967 until 1986. She served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WW II and was a communicant of Holy Family Church in Rockland. Before retirement,…

                                                                                                    • Foley, Louise (Jones)

                                                                                                      FOLEY, Louise 85 of Rockland, MA and formerly of Quincy and Braintree, died Monday Nov. 3, 2008 at the Community Hospice House, Merrimack, NH surrounded by her family. She was born in Boston, MA on Feb. 24, 1923 a daughter of the late William and Mary (Hamilton) Jones. Mrs. Foley spent her younger years in Quincy before moving to Braintree from 1967 until 1986. She served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WW II and was a communicant of Holy Family Church in Rockland. Before retirement, she was a bookkeeper for…

                                                                                                      • Foley, Reverend John T.

                                                                                                        FOLEY, Rev. John T. In Woburn, October 31st, beloved son of the late John J. and Dorothy F. (Weafer) Foley. Loving brother of Ruth Duran and her husband John of Woburn, Dorothy Dooley and her husband Jim of Lexington and Paul P. Foley and his wife Betty of Barre, VT. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and nephews. Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, WOBURN, on Friday, November 7th, at 9:15 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Charles Church,…

                                                                                                        • Fontaine, Armand W.

                                                                                                          ARRANGEMENTS: Calling hours will be held on Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Brewitt Funeral Home, 14 Pine St., Exeter, NH. A funeral service will be held on Friday during the calling hours, starting at 6 p.m. Burial will be held in Rollinsford, NH at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association, PO Box 1797, Concord, NH 03302-1797. To sign an online guest book, please visit

                                                                                                          • Fox, Florence R. (O'Sullivan)

                                                                                                            and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St. (off Rt 109) WESTWOOD on Wed. Nov. 5th from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Thurs. morning Nov. 6th at 9am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret Mary Church at 10am. Interment at New Westwood Cemetery. Holden-Dunn-Lawler 781-326-0074

                                                                                                            • Fry, Celia A.

                                                                                                              Brewitt Funeral Home, Raymond, N.H., is handling arrangements. To sign an on line guest book, please visit

                                                                                                              • Garrett, Melvin L.

                                                                                                                GARRETT, Melvin L. Of Malden, Nov. 3, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Barbara M. (Melanson) Garrett. Devoted father of Jay P. Garrett and his wife Nancy of Hampton, NH, Meredith J. Vitale and her husband David of Methuen and Raymond A. Garrett and his wife Tina of Reading. Loving brother of Fred Garrett of FL and his late wife Norma, Marion Maniff of Revere and her late husband Arthur, Stella Pierce and her husband Joe of Littleton, Jean Flight and her husband Don of Wilmington, Steve Garrett of Bradford…

                                                                                                                • Gavin, Francis W.

                                                                                                                  ARRANGEMENTS: Funeral from the Diaz-Healy Funeral Home Inc., 107 South Broadway, opposite St. Patrick Church, South Lawrence. Visiting hours will be Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008 from 4 to 8 p.m. Relatives and friends are kindly called to visit. A funeral Mass will take place Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 at 11 a.m. in St. Patrick Church, 118 South Broadway, South Lawrence. Those in need of assistance to attend the scheduled services may call Manolito F. Diaz at tel. 978-685-5732 to make an advance reservation for such…

                                                                                                                  • Gilbert III, Claude E.

                                                                                                                    GILBERT, Claude E. III "Chip" Of Newton, Oct. 29, 2008. Beloved Son of Marjorie (DeSantis) Gilbert of Newton and the late Claude Gilbert Jr. Also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral from the Andrew J. Magni & Son F.H., 365 Watertown St, Rt. 16, NEWTON, Friday at 9:30AM. Followed by a Funeral Mass in Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Newton at 10:30AM. Interment in Newton Cemetery. Visiting Hours Thursday 4-8pm. Graduate of Newton North H.S., and the University of Miami. He…

                                                                                                                    • Glynn, John

                                                                                                                      HOMOSASSA, FL John Jack" Glynn, 65, of Homosassa, FL, formerly of Pembroke, died November 1, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Dmohowski) Glynn. Jack is survived by his fiance Lesta Freeman, two brothers; Kevin Glynn and his wife Diane of Braintree, Brian Glynn and his wife Ann of RI and many nieces and nephews. He was the husband of the late Irene Sandy (McEleney) Glynn. Jack was a disabled veteran serving in the US Air Force. He was an avid golfer…

                                                                                                                      • Grace, Dominga

                                                                                                                        NEW BEDFORD —Dominga "Minnie" (Pina) Grace, 79, of New Bedford, died Monday, November 3, 2008, at Hathaway Manor Extended Care Facility. She was the wife of the late Antone Gomes Grace. Born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Gomes) Pina, she lived in New Bedford all of her life. Mrs. Grace was a former board member of ONBOARD and a member of the N.A.A.C.P. She enjoyed playing Bingo, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and keeping up with current…

                                                                                                                        • Graves Jr., Douglas C.

                                                                                                                          GRAVES, Douglas C. Jr. Of Sandwich formerly of Newton died on Nov. 3, 2008 at home after a lengthy illness. He was 86. Born in Newton, MA he resided there until his retirement to Sandwich on Cape Cod. He was a World War II and Korean War veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force as a B26 Marauder pilot. He was a member of the 558th Bombardment squadron and the 387th Bombardier group. Mr. Graves worked as a machinist, owning his own business, as well as in the Boston Amtrak (formerly B&M) train yards. A…

                                                                                                                          • Green, Joan B.

                                                                                                                            : Graveside committal services for Joan Green will be Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at 2 p.m. in Eastlawn Cemetery in Williamstown. There will be no calling hours. The FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS at 521 West Main St., North Adams, is in charge of arrangements.,

                                                                                                                            • Gross, Linda R.

                                                                                                                              • Hamel, Rita M. (Beaulieu)

                                                                                                                                HAMEL, Rita M. (Beaulieu) Of Burlington, formerly of Lexington, Nov. 4. Beloved wife of the late Edmond "Ray." Loving mother of Joyce A. Marshall & her husband Sherwood W. of Burlington, June Hamel & her significant other Thomas Zermani of Woodstock, VT. Sister of Anita Buckley of Chelsea, Dorothy "Dot" Lanzillo of Chelsea, Solomon Beaulieu of Danvers and the late Jeannette Forti, Cecile Della Iacono and Robert Beaulieu. Grandmother of Sherwood H. Marshall & his wife…

                                                                                                                                • Hanlon, Eileen

                                                                                                                                  Eileen Hanlon of Chelmsford; 63 Chelmsford Eileen (Belle) Hanlon, 63, a four year resident of Chelmsford and formerly of Wilmington, died on Saturday, November 1, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Robert J. Hanlon who survives her and resides in Chelmsford. She was born in Boston on November 17, 1944, a daughter of Gene Belle who survives her and resides in Mays Landing, NJ and the late Irene (Rotti) Belle. She had worked for BASF Inc. in Bedford for 13 years and later owned her own house cleaning business.…

                                                                                                                                  • Hanlon, Eileen Bellen

                                                                                                                                    HANLON, Eileen Belle 63, a four year resident of Chelmsford and formerly of Wilmington, died on Saturday, November 1, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Robert J. Hanlon who survives her and resides in Chelmsford. She was born in Boston on November 17, 1944, a daughter of Gene Belle who survives her and resides in Mays Landing, NJ and the late Irene (Rotti) Belle. She had worked for BASF Inc. in Bedford for 13 years and later owned her own house cleaning business. She was a communicant of St. Mary's…

                                                                                                                                    • Hayes, Dorothy A. (Briscoe)

                                                                                                                                      HAYES, Dorothy A. (Briscoe) 88, of Wayland, wife of the late John E. Hayes died Monday, November 3, 2008 at McLean in Simsbury, CT. She was born December 19, 1919 in Springfield, daughter of the late John and Lottie Briscoe and had lived in Wilbraham for 44 years prior to moving to Wayland in 1999. Dorothy was a graduate of the Springfield Classical High School, Class of 1936. She married John in Springfield on December 1, 1946. Mrs. Hayes was a Bookkeeper for several companies including General Electric in…

                                                                                                                                      • Hayes, Mildred

                                                                                                                                        invited. Interment in Westlawn Cemetery. Funeral Director Walter F. Bayliss, Jr. www.morsebaylissfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                        • Hinkle, John D.

                                                                                                                                          EAST FALMOUTH —John D. Hinkle, 55, of East Falmouth, died unexpectedly on Nov. 2, 2008. Originally from the Pittsburgh area, John spent much of his adult life in Vermont, where he loved living off the land. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed camping and hiking. He was a talented artist and carpenter. When he moved to the Cape in 1988, he was employed by New Seabury Corp., where he supervised the building of homes and condominiums. Later, he enjoyed working at Eastern Mountain Sports in Hyannis, which…

                                                                                                                                          • Hirsch, Sr. Elizabeth

                                                                                                                                            Sr. Elizabeth Hirsh KINGSTON Sr. Elizabeth Hirsh, CDP, Sister of Divine Providence, of Kingston, died November 3. She was 88. Born on February 8, 1920 and baptized Elizabeth Monica Hirsch at St. Martins Church in West End, Pittsburgh, PA, she was one of Clara and Pius Hirschs four children. Her brother, Father Joe, her sister Marie, and her sister Florence (Dolly) preceded her in death. Dollys son Joseph Hoffman is her only surviving relative. Dollys daughter, Alverna, died several years ago. Elizabeth was…

                                                                                                                                            • Hobart, Kevin J.

                                                                                                                                              and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours are Wednesday Nov. 5th from 2-8 p.m. Interment Forest Dale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Kevin's memory may be made to the Kevin Hobart Fund to Benefit his children, c/o Secure Credit Union, 138 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176. Spadafora Funeral Home 781-324-8680

                                                                                                                                              • Holloran, Joseph P.

                                                                                                                                                and friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made in memory of Joseph to the Joey Holloran Scholarship Fund, c/o Pat Dennehy, 10 Helena Rd., Dorchester MA 02122. 30 year coach with Cedar Grove Little League, late City of Boston, Transportation Dept. employee. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery. For directions and messages of condolence,

                                                                                                                                                • Horgan, Joanne Claire (Power)

                                                                                                                                                  HORGAN, Joanne Claire (Power ) Died Saturday, September 20th, following a brief illness. She was 70 years old. Joanne, the daughter of Catherine and John Francis Power, was born, raised and educated in the Boston area. After graduating from Rosindale High School, she studied at Catherine Gibbs and went on later in life to receive a BA degree from Lesley College. Joanne lived in New York City, Beacon Hill and Newton, eventually retiring to Martha's Vineyard. She was briefly married to Neal Lorne Horgan,…

                                                                                                                                                  • Humphrey, David B.

                                                                                                                                                    NEWARK, Del. —David Boyd Humphrey, age 86, of Newark, passed away Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Newark Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Humphrey was formerly from Eastham, prior to moving to Newark in 2004, upon the death of his wife, Roberta J. Humphrey. He served as a selectman for the town of Eastham from 1986 to 1997. He retired from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 2001, where he worked in the Department of Housing and Community Development. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to…

                                                                                                                                                    • Humphrey, David Boyd

                                                                                                                                                      HUMPHREY, David Boyd Age 86, of Newark, DE, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Newark Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Humphrey was formerly from Eastham, MA, prior to moving to Newark, DE, in 2004, upon the death of his wife, Roberta J. Humphrey. Raised in Quincy, Massuchusetts by the late Harrison and Edith Humphrey. He served as Selectman for the Town of Eastham from 1986 to 1997. He retired from the State of MA in 2001 where he worked in the Dept of Housing and Community Development. Services: private In…

                                                                                                                                                    • Jackmauh, Esther Margaret (Lachinsky-Lane)

                                                                                                                                                      & friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours Thursday 4:00-8:00 PM. Interment Mass National Cemetery, Bourne at 3:00 PM. Esther was an exceptional artist and an enthusiastic and accomplished gardener. She also knitted thousands of hats for babies in the Catholic Missions. Donations may be made in Esther's memory to: Beacon Hospice, 259 Willow Street, Unit 2, Yarmouthport, MA 02675. For online guestbook

                                                                                                                                                      • Jackmauh, Esther Margaret Cecelia (Lachinsky-Lane)

                                                                                                                                                        SOUTH YARMOUTH —Esther Margaret Cecelia (Lachinsky-Lane) Jackmauh, of South Yarmouth, formerly of Boston, died Nov. 1, 2008. Esther was an exceptional artist and an enthusiastic and accomplished gardener. She also knitted thousands of hats for babies in the Catholic Missions. She was the beloved wife of the late John J.; devoted mother of Jeannine and her husband, Robert P., Largess of West Roxbury, Christina of Brighton, Irene of South Yarmouth, Martha of Hull, and Gregory and his wife, Celia, Jackmauh…

                                                                                                                                                        • Johnson, Clarence W.

                                                                                                                                                          JOHNSON, Clarence W. Of Peabody, MA, age 91 passed away October 31, 2008. Beloved husband for 68 of Carolyn (Moore) Johnson and devoted father of Linda Crawford of Virginia and Charles Johnson of New Hampshire. Cherished grandfather of 5; Bart Crawford, Ashley Grob and Jennifer, Becky and Louise Johnson and great-grandfather of 4; Holt and Joshua Crawford and Ella and Noah Grob. Visitign hours Friday Nov. 7th from 2-4 and 6-8pm at the Saville & Grannan Funeral Home, 418 Massachusetts Avenue, ARLINGTON…

                                                                                                                                                          • Johnson, Erving F.

                                                                                                                                                            • Johnson, Erving F. "Swede"

                                                                                                                                                              • Johnson, Tora M. (Erickson)

                                                                                                                                                                and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Service in the Short, Williamson & Diamond Funeral Home, 52 Trapelo Road, BELMONT, Saturday, Nov. 8 at 3:30 p.m. Contributions in her memory to the charity of one's choice would be sincerely appreciated. Short Williamson & Diamond Belmont 617-484-6900

                                                                                                                                                                • Kariotis, Theodore

                                                                                                                                                                  KARIOTIS, Theodore Of Dedham, November 4, 2008. Beloved Husband of Kyriakoula (Kolettis) Kariotis. Loving son of Panagiota (Nikitopoulos) Kariotis. Devoted Father of Antonios, Haralabmos Ioannis and Panagiota Kariotis. Brother of George Kariotis and his wife Maria, Yianni Kariotis and his wife Vasiliki, Pauline Lygouris and her husband Gerasimos and Kostadina Gerasimidis and her husband Dimitrios. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Late Proprietor of Airo Sports in Brookline,…

                                                                                                                                                                  • Kelly, Mary R. "Rita"

                                                                                                                                                                    & friends kindly invited. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 AM in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watertown. Contributions may be made in Rita's memory to St. Patrick's Manor. MacDonald-Rockwell-MacDonald

                                                                                                                                                                    • Keurulainen, Miriam

                                                                                                                                                                      • Kimball, Bessie Beatrice

                                                                                                                                                                        Bessie Beatrice Kimball of Pepperell Pepperell Bessie Beatrice Kimball, of Pepperell, died on November 2, 2008 from breast cancer at Apple Valley Nursing Home in Ayer, Ma. She was the beloved wife of Charles Kimball with whom she had recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary. Bessie was born in Westboro, Ma, on December 26, 1921. She was the daughter of Charles W. and Emma (Bowley) Boyce. Bessie graduated from Lunenburg High School in 1939. She was foremost a mother and homemaker, but also served…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Kirby, John R.

                                                                                                                                                                          • Klint, Gloria E.M. (Strandberg)

                                                                                                                                                                            & friends invited. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gloria's memory may be made to the Convenant Congregational Church Organ Fund. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery, West Roxbury. Directions or guestbook, Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home Hyde Park 617-361-3216

                                                                                                                                                                            • Konigsburg, Marvin M.

                                                                                                                                                                              donations may be made to the McCarthy Care Center, a hospice organization, 73 Service Road, Sandwich, MA 02537. Doane, Beal &Ames 508-775-0684

                                                                                                                                                                              • Koski Jr., Arthur H.

                                                                                                                                                                                • Kranefuss, Phyllis A. (Gange)

                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends may call at the funeral home Friday 4-8 PM. Interment, St. Patrick Cemetery, Stoneham. For obit/directions/guestbook, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home Stoneham 781-438-0405

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Landry, Patricia A. (Higgins)

                                                                                                                                                                                    LANDRY, Patricia A. (Higgins) In Concord, Nov. 3. Beloved wife of Theodore E."Ted" Landry, Jr. Mother of Debra Landry and her husband Brian Loos of Tempe, AZ, Stephen Landry and his wife Diane of Bainbridge Island, Washington and Catherine Landry and her husband Henry Brothers of Washington, DC. Grandmother of Christopher Landry and Brian Landry, both of Bainbridge Island, Washington. Sister of the late Jean Burress. Funeral will be held on Saturday, November 8th at 10:30 AM from the Dee Funeral…

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Lazarovich Sr., John F.

                                                                                                                                                                                      John F. Lazarovich, Sr. SCITUATE John F. Lazarovich, Sr., of Scituate on November 3, 2008, age 87. Loving husband of the late R. Lois (Garrity). Born and raised in Walpole. John served with the Navy during WWII. He had many friends and was a well known cabinet maker in his community. He was the owner of Webster Mill for many years. John was a ham radio enthusiast. Devoted father of Thomas Lazarovich, Daniel Lazarovich and his wife Cynthia, Linda Svensen and her husband Paul all of Scituate, Denise Anastas…

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lazzaro, Bernadette A. (D'Anca)

                                                                                                                                                                                        LAZZARO, Bernadette A. (D'Anca) Of Winthrop formerly East Boston October 31. Beloved wife of Raymond "Ray" Lazzaro with whom she shared 47 years of marriage. Loving mother of Maribeth Albert and her husband Paul of Canada and Christopher Lazzaro and his wife Suzanne of Swampscott. Cherished grandmother of Nicholas and Alexander Lazzaro. Dear sister of Rosemarie DiGregorio of Winthrop. Bernadette is a graduate of East Boston High School class of 1951. Emmanuel College class of 1955 and was a…

                                                                                                                                                                                        • LeBlanc, Yvonne H.

                                                                                                                                                                                          hip and Fitchburg Booster Clubs. Many years ago she was active in the Fitchburg Girl Scout and Boy Scout Programs. She is survived by a son, Denis E. LeBlanc of Southington, CT, three daughters, Jeanne Y. Farineau of The Villages, FL, Claire M. Selinga of Unionville, CT and Elaine A. Day of Needham, two brothers; Joseph LeBlanc and Henry LeBlanc both of Fitchburg, two sisters; Emelia Bourque of Fitchburg and Ann Croteau of Fitchburg and Port St. Lucie, FL. She also leaves eight grandchildren; Paula Whitmer,…

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lillian (Gonsalves) Furtado

                                                                                                                                                                                            Lillian (Gonsalves) Furtado, wife of the late Gilbert E. Furtado, died on Nov. 3, 2008 at Brigham & Women’s Hospital. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Marciel) Gonsalves. Educated in Taunton schools, and a graduate of Taunton High School, she was later employed as a secretary for Reed & Barton Silversmiths, before co-owning/operating the Capeway Package Store with her late husband. Mrs. Furtado was subsequently employed as a secretary for Coyle & Cassidy High…

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Lillo, Phyllis N. (Nardone)

                                                                                                                                                                                              and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lighthouse Nursing Care Center, 204 Proctor Ave, Revere MA 02151. Late member Telephone Pioneer Club. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Lima, Virginia Rose

                                                                                                                                                                                                and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday, 4-8. Parking at Pemberton Farms. Online condolences

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Loring Jr., William E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  CENTERVILLE —William E. Loring Jr. died Oct. 7, 2008. He was the husband of Joan M. Loring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape &Islands (RHCI), 311 Service Road, East Sandwich, MA 02537.

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Macioce, Filomena (Pellegrini)

                                                                                                                                                                                                    and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting Hrs. Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery Cambridge. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For directions and guest book please visit, Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617 782 1000

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mahon, Thomas

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Thomas Mahon QUINCY Thomas Mahon, of Quincy passed away at Carney Hospital on Monday, November 3, 2008 at age 73. Born in County Limerick, Ireland he was raised and educated there, coming to Quincy in 1966. For 35 years he worked as a heavy equipment operator as a member of Local 4, retiring in 1993. Tom was a daily communicant of St. Joseph's Church. For 50 years, he was the beloved husband of Josephine P. (Traynor) Mahon and is the beloved father of Gerard Mahon and his wife Judi of Braintree, David…

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Manning, Thomas M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Thomas M. Manning WEYMOUTH Thomas M. Manning, age 72, on November 3, 2008. Thomas was born in Savin Hill, raised his family on Meetinghouse Hill before moving to Weymouth in 1990. He attended St. Williams Grammar School and Boston Technical High School as well as The Peterson School of Engineering. Tom served in the US Navy during the Korean War Era, as a Machinist Mate 2nd Class aboard the USS Searcher (AGR-4) and in the US Coast Guard aboard the USCG Cutter Duane. He was employed for many years at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Manning, Thoms M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8PM. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. For those who wish, donations in Tom's memory may be made to: The Smile Train, 41 Madison Avenue, 28th floor, New York, NY 10010.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Matta, Ethel G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                          Ethel G. Matta BROCKTON Ethel G. (Scott) Matta, 88, formerly of Brockton, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at the Pines Health and Rehabilitation Center, in Olean, N.Y., after a period of failing health. She was the wife of the late James Matta. Born Jan. 10, 1920, in Brockton, she was a daughter of the late Charles F. Scott and Phoebie (Brewster) Scott. Raised in Brockton, she attended Brockton schools. She was a homemaker for many years and worked part time as a receptionist at the Shirley Matta Dance Academy…

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mazzola, Manuel

                                                                                                                                                                                                            Manuel Mazzola WEYMOUTH Manuel "Manny" Mazzola, died at his Weymouth home surrounded by his loving family, November 3, 2008. He was 81 years old. Born in Boston, he was raised in East Boston and had lived in Weymouth since 1961. Manny was a graduate of East Boston High School and served in the U.S. Army during W.W.II. Late member Laborer's Int'l. Union of North America Local 22. Manny was a Shipment/Receiver Supervisor for A.B. Dick Co. He was a former truck driver for Miller Produce and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • McAvoy, Margaret A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                              ARRANGEMENTS: A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 at 12 p.m. in St. Patrick's Church, 118 South Broadway, Lawrence. Burial will follow at a later date. Arrangements by Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. For directions and condolences, please visit our website and online guestbook at

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • McCarron Jr., William P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                McCARRON, William P. Jr. Of Wakefield formerly of Somerville November 3, 2008. Beloved husband of Margaret (Daly). Calling hours Thursday 4-8. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements by Doherty Funeral Home, SOMERVILLE, MA 617-625-4320. For more information visit

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • McHugh, Jonathan C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends respectfully invited to attend. Calling hours will be held in the Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 390 North Main Street, ANDOVER, Thursday, November 6, from 3 to 8 PM. Burial will be private. Donations in Jonathan's memory may be made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215. For additional information, please visit,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • McLaughlin, Mark Vincent

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    McLAUGHLIN, Mark Vincent Age 45 Of Somerville Nov. 2, 2008. Youngest child of Regina S. and the late John E. McLaughlin. Brother of John, Neil, Kevin, Jim, Nancy Cody and Mary McLaughlin and the late Michael and Brian. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral From the Brown-Flaherty Funeral Home, 261 Washington St., Union Sq. SOMERVILLE on Friday at 9:00 A.M. Funeral Mass in St Joseph's Lower Church at 10:00 A.M. Visiting hours Wednesday & Thursday 4-8 P.M. Interment Private.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Melly, Janice T. "Ginger" (Judge)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and friends may visit at the funeral home Thursday 4-8pm. Interment Brookside Cemetery, Stow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Janice's name to the Alzheimer's Assoc., 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472. Janice was a member of the Telephone Pioneers and Thomson Country Club in North Reading,, . Cota Funeral Home 978-664-4340

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mendes, Aucilia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Aucilia Mendes BROCKTON Aucilia Gomes Mendes, 63, of Brockton, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at her home in Brockton. She was the wife of Joao Violanta Mendes. Born Dec. 24, 1944, in Brava, Cape Verde, she was a daughter of the late Antonio Nicaleto and Emilia Gomes. Mrs. Mendes came to Brockton in 1967, where she worked for Plymouth Rubber Company and Concord Foods. She was a communicant of St. Edith Stein Parish. She is survived by her husband, Joao Violanta Mendes; her children, John Mendes Jr., Linda…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Messina, Mabel G. (Shackley)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MESSINA, Mabel G. (Shackley) Of Norwood November 4 age 72. Beloved wife of the late William M. devoted Mother of William M. Jr. and his wife Elizabeth of Brockton, Robert A. and his wife Brenda of Randolph, and Brian E. of Norwood. Sister of George H. Shackley III of FL & David Shackley of NC Grandmother of Lori, Michele, Nicole and Lisa. Daughter of the late George and Beatrice (Barnes) Shackley. Funeral Home Service will be held on Friday 10am at the Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home, 1248 Washington St.,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mitchell, Evelyn F. (White)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            & friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8PM. Interment in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Evelyn's name to the charity of your choice. For directions, obituary & to sign guest book visit, Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mitchell, Helen E. (Connolly)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting Hrs. Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For directions & guest book please visit, Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617 782 1000

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Monahan, Mary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Mary Monahan SQUANTUM Mary (Burke) Monahan, of Squantum November 3, 2008. Wife of the late Vinnie Monahan. Loving mother of Kathleen Monahan of Quincy, Maryanne and husband John White of Marshfield, Tish and husband Gerry Fernandez of Squantum, Jane Monahan of Quincy, John Monahan and wife Suzanne, Colleen and husband Kevin White, all of Squantum, and the late Edward and Thomas Monahan. Sister of Thomas Burke of Squantum. Sister in law of Sr. Catherine Monahan, OSC of Roxbury. Devoted grandmother of Jerry,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Monahan, Mary T. (Burke)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Friday at 9:15 AM. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, N. Quincy at 10 AM. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Donations in Mary's memory may be made to the Discalced Carmelite Nuns, 61 Mount Pleasant Ave., Boston, MA 02119. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www., for directions & online condolences.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Moniz, Lydia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    FALL RIVER —Lydia (Arruda) Moniz, age 90, of Fall River, passed away in Fall River, Nov. 2, 2008. Widow of Antone T. Moniz, Jr., & daughter of the late Antone Massa Arruda and Maria (Carreiro) Arruda. She was a lifelong Fall River resident, a member of St. Michael Church & was a retired sewing machine operator at Lynn Jay Mfg. She is survived by 3 children, George Anthony Moniz & his wife, Patricia Taylor Moniz of S. Dartmouth, Lana Jean and Theresa Marie Moniz, both of Fall River; 2…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Motherwell, Thomas Matthew

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      MOTHERWELL, Thomas Matthew At 85 years, in Winthrop, formerly of Chelsea, November 1st. Husband of the late Teresa V. (Hartigan). Devoted father of Thomas M. Motherwell & beloved grandfather of Thomas M. Motherwell, both of Winthrop. Dear brother of Richard Motherwell of Margate, FL & the late Cecelia Cronin & Ann Ovack. Also lovingly survived by his great-grandson, Thomas A. Motherwell of Medford & many nieces and nephews. Family & friends are invited to attend the funeral from the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Murphy, Barbara M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Murphy, Irene (Henry)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment at Holyhood Cemetery. Visiting hours Wed., 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Donations in memory of Mrs. Murphy may be made to Circle of Friends, St. Margaret Regional School, Buzzard's Bay, MA 02532 or to Boston Catholic Television, P.O. Box 9196, 34 Chestnut St., Watertown, MA 02471-9196. For additional information, tributes and guestbook, please visit( www.mem.com) Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood, MA 781-762-0174

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Newman, Paul (Featured Guest Book)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Paul Newman, the Academy-Award winning actor and philanthropist,, at his Connecticut farmhouse after battling cancer. He's best known for his roles in "Cool Hand Luke" and "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid."

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Noel, Michael J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Michael J. Noel lifelong resident of Lowell; 45 Lowell Michael J. Noel, age 45, died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Lowell General Hospital. He was born in Lowell on March 19, 1963, the beloved son of Arthur and Theresa Noel of Lowell. Michael was a lifelong resident of Lowell and attended Lowell schools. Besides his parents, he is survived by two sons, Michael Noel, Jr of Nashua and Andrew Noel of New Jersey; a daughter, Misty Nicole Noel of Nashua; his maternal grandmother, Rita Noel of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • O'Connor, Margaret W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                O'CONNOR, Margaret W. 99, died Oct. 30 at the Royal Megansett Nursing Home. Born in Watertown, raised and educated there. Margaret was a W.W. II Veteran of the U.S. Navy Corps. She served in Paris Island, Chelsea, MA. and Portsmouth, VA. at the Naval Hospitals. Discharged as a Lt., she was a graduate of Carney Hospital School of Nursing. Margaret worked at Carney Hosptital and a Physician's office until retirement in 1973. She lived in Watertown until moving to Centerville in 1977. Member of the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • O'Laughlin, Elizabeth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  MARSTONS MILLS —Elizabeth (Cassidy) O'Laughlin, 85, of Marstons Mills, died on Nov. 2, 2008, at the Mary McCarthy Hospice House. She was the wife of the late Francis P. O'Laughlin, who died in 2006. Born in Scotland, Elizabeth worked as a nurse trainee during World War II. She worked for many years at Malden Mills. Her family was the most important thing in her life. She was the mother of Frank of Marstons Mills, and James of Louisiana; and sister of John and Frances, both of England. Funeral Mass…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • O'Meara, Elaine D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    BROCKTON Elaine D. (Barry) O'Meara, of Brockton, formerly of Randolph, passed away, at the age of 71, after a period of failing health, Oct. 31, 2008. She was the loving mother of John O'Meara of Whitman, Karen Clinton and Linda O'Meara, both of Brockton, and the late Michael E. O'Meara; loving grandmother of Kayla and Donald D. Clinton; daughter of the late Edmund A. Barry; dear niece of Doris McHugh of Randolph; devoted sister of Adele Costa of Hyde Park, Richard Barry of Albany, N.Y., the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • OMeara, Elaine D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      BROCKTON Elaine D. (Barry) OMeara, of Brockton, formerly of Randolph, passed away at the age of 71 after a period of failing health October 31, 2008. Loving mother of John OMeara of Whitman, Karen Clinton and Linda OMeara both of Brockton and the late Michael E. OMeara. Loving grandmother of Kayla and Donald D. Clinton. Daughter of the late Edmund A. Barry. Dear niece of Doris McHugh of Randolph. Devoted sister of Adele Costa of Hyde Park, Richard Barry of Albany, NY, the late Elizabeth Donovan and Joseph…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Orlando, Edwin H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 Late WWII Navy Veteran. Late member VFW Mottolo Post. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, C/O Dr Mark Pomerantz Contribution Services, 10 Brookline Pl. West, 6th floor, Brookline MA 02445. Woodlawn Cemetery. Paul Buonfigilo & Sons-Bruno

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Orpin, Marilyn L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        BRAINTREE —Marilyn L. (McGrath) Orpin, age 83, of Braintree, formerly of Canton, passed away in Braintree on Nov. 1, 2008. Born in Boston, she was raised in Dorchester. She graduated from St. Gregory's High School and attended Aquinas College. She lived in Braintree for the last three years and previously lived in Canton for 30 years, and summered in Hyannis. She worked for the treasurer's office for the City of Boston as the administrative assistant, for the State Board of Retirement, and at Saks…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Paino, Yolanda R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery MaIden

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Paulding, Albert F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            PAULDING, Albert F. 63, of Brockton, Oct. 28, 2008, father of Timothy J. Paulding of Michigan (& his mother Maureen of Washington), Kristin, Kimberly & Albert Jr., brother of Nancy Parrella, Timothy Paulding, Patricia Melman, John Paulding & Ed Paulding, grandfather & uncle of many. All are welcome to gather on Friday at 10 a.m. for a service at 11 a.m. in Belcher Chapel at Waitt Funeral Home, 850 North Main St. Brockton. Burial at V.A. Cemetery, Bourne. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Philomena E. “Betty” (Medeiros) McTague

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Mrs. Philomena E. “Betty” (Medeiros) McTague, of Taunton, died Tuesday, November 4 in Morton Hospital following a lengthy illness.  She was the wife of the late Francis P. McTague.  She was born 82 years ago in Taunton, the daughter of the late Manuel and Fannie (Smith) Medeiros.  She was educated in Taunton and had been a lifelong city resident.  Mrs. McTague enjoyed visiting Foxwoods and spending time with her family.  She was a communicant of the former St. Joseph’s Church in Taunton. She…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Pimentel, Carlos A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PIMENTEL, Carlos A. Of Medford died suddenly on Nov. 1 at age 50. Devoted husband of Martina (Cosgrave) Pimentel. Cherished son of Jose and Margarida Pimentel. Beloved brother of Rev. Jose Pimentel (OP), Rita Miranda and the late Paula Babbin. Survived by many loving In-laws, Nieces and Nephews in the U.S. and County Galway, Ireland, as well as many loving friends. Loved and missed by his two dogs, Hercules and Benji. A memorial service will be held at the Rogers Funeral Home, 380 Cambridge St., CAMBRIDGE…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Pineau, Margaret T. (Mohan)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PINEAU, Margaret T.( Mohan) In Dorchester November 3, 2008 Beloved wife of Wilfred Pineau. Loving mother of Richard S. Pryor of Florida and the late Marilyn and Robert Pryor. Dear grandmother of Dawna and Stephen Pryor of Dorchester. Sister of Jackie Timoshuck of Hyde Park. Also survived by her step-daughter Leona A. Pineau of Dorchester. Funeral service in the Scally & Trayers Funeral Home, 54 Pleasant St., DORCHESTER, Friday at lOAM. Visiting hours Thurs. 4-8 PM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery. Scally…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Porfido, Rita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ARRANGEMENTS: Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. A funeral service will be offered Friday, Nov. 7, 2008 at the funeral home at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Barker St., Lawrence. For directions and condolences, please visit our website and online guestbook at

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Potvin, Ernest and Lucia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      : A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, Nov. 8, at 9 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church in North Adams for Ernest and Lucia Potvin. The Rite of Commital will follow in Southview Cemetery. The Rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7, followed by calling hours from 4 to 7 p.m. at the AUGE-SAN SOUCIE-SIMMONS FUNERAL HOME, 46 North Church St. A full obituary for Mr. and Mrs. Potvin will follow in Thursday's paper., , , , ,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Reardon, Pauline S. (Sullivan)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        REARDON, Pauline S. (Sullivan) Of Needham, formerly of Westboro, November 3, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George A. Reardon. Devoted mother of Suzanne M. Collier and her husband William of Statham, GA and Gregory P. Reardon and his wife Phyllis Uhl of Needham. Grandmother of Lisa Reardon of Jamaica Plain and Joanna Hogardt and her husband Matthew of West Roxbury. Great-grandmother of Madison, Taylor, Chloe and Matthew Hogardt. Sister of Eugenia Carpenter of Ann Arbor, MI, Gail Karpinski and Alex Sullivan…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Reed, Alice M. (Reid)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Thursday from 4-8. Interment Walnut Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Alice may be made to a charity of your choice. Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home 617-277-7652

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Regan, Gladys M. (Hanifan)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wed 5-8 PM. Interment in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. Gifts in Glady's memory may be made to the Home for Little Wanderers, 271 Huntington Ave., 2nd Fl, Boston, MA 02115. For obituary, Dirs or to sign guestbook, visit, . Robinson Funeral Home Melrose (781) 665-1900

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Riggs, Matthew J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                QUINCY —Matthew Joseph Riggs, 32 years old, of Quincy, formerly of Cape Cod, died suddenly at home on Friday, Oct. 31, 2008. Born in Quincy, Mr. Riggs was raised and educated in Cape Cod schools, graduating from Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School. He lived in Quincy for five years, previously living most of his life on Cape Cod. He worked as a carpenter in the construction industry for many years. Mr. Riggs enjoyed playing football and baseball. He was also an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan. He was the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Robbins, Joan W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PLYMOUTH Joan W. (Thissell) Robbins, of Plymouth, November 2nd, 69. Beloved wife of Jerry Robbins. Mother of Richard "Rick" Robbins and his wife Charlene of Plymouth. Sister of David Thissell and his wife Joanne of Plymouth, Bernice "Bunny Ann" Tracy and her husband Ralph of FL and the late Donald Thissell and Cindy Moore. She also leaves 2 grandchildren, Sean and Christopher Robbins and several nieces and nephews. Born in Cohasset to the late Walter and Ruth (Wyand) Thissell, Joan moved…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rockwell, Janet (Barnard)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    ROCKWELL, Janet (Barnard) In Marblehead, Oct 16, of Marblehead, formerly of Farmington, CT, age 76, wife of the late Richard Rockwell, Esq; daughter of the late Erwin and Maude (Robb) Rockwell; mother and mother in law of Linda Rockwell , Richard D. Rockwell and Jeffrey Rockwell, D.V.M and his wife Annemarie; grandmother of Kayte, Libet, and Bear Wilfong and Will, Cole and Reid Rockwell; sister and sister in law of Judy Morrison and her husband Donald; aunt of Robb and Gregg Morrison. A memorial service…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Rosenthal, Dr. Mark

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      POTOMAC, MD —Dr. Mark Rosenthal, 83, of Potomac, formerly of New Bedford, died Oct. 26, 2008. Born in Fall River he was husband of the late Leah Lakin Rosenthal and son of the late Dr. Meyer and Ruth Gourse Rosenthal of New Bedford. He practiced dentistry with his father Dr. Meyer Rosenthal retiring in 1992. He is survived by two daughters, Ruth Raymon and her husband Jeffrey of Dartmouth and Rita Welebir and her husband James Welebir of Potomac, MD; four grandchildren, David Raymon and his wife, Cathryn,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ross, Florence (Smith)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ROSS, Florence (Smith) On Monday, November 3, 2008 in Palm Beach, FL, formerly of Brookline. Devoted wife of the late Albert H. Ross. Cherished, loving "Best Friend" and mother of Jane E. Wluka (Ross) of Newton and Stephen Ross of IN. Dear grandmother of Monica Richard and great-grandmother of Kyle and Sabrina Richard all of IN. Daughter of the late Samuel and Annie Smith. Sister of the late Abraham Smith and Jean Tillman. Jane wishes to acknowledge Pierrela Lebrun for her endless care, love and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Shaw, Phyllis A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          SHAW, Phyllis A. 92, a resident of Derry, NH since 1966, on November 4, 2008 in her home. Born in Somerville, MA on February 12, 1916, a daughter of the late William J. and Elizabeth R. (Rogers) Moore. Mother of, Deanna Butler of Milton, NH; John E. Shaw, Jr. of Barrington, NH; grandmother of, Lorraine Butler who was her caregiver for the past nine years, Deanna Colemen, Judy Butler, Kenneth Butler, Jr., William Butler, John E. Shaw, III, and Debra Shaw; also survived by six great-grandchildren and one…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Shirley L. Wetherell

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            In Attleboro, Oct 21, 2008 Shirley L. Wetherell died at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro at the age of 64. Born in Taunton, Shirley was the daughter of the late Merton and Mary (Duarte) Wetherall. Shirley gradated from Taunton High School class of 1962 after that she moved to Attleboro where she lived for 38 years. Shirley was a former waitress at Wendell’s Restaurant in Norton. She is survived by two children Rick Beach of Quincy and Stacy Wetherell of Attleboro. Sister of Kenneth Wetherell of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Siemen, Sven Edward

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              SIEMEN, Sven Edward Of Yarmouth and formerly of Boxborough, MA died on Monday, October 6, 2008. He was born in Cambridge, MA in 1915. He was married to Cecelia for 56 years. He was predeceased in death by his daughter, Kristin Campbell. He is survived by his loving daughter, Pamela Gardella-Falwell, of Maynard, his son Mark Siemen, his grandsons, William Nickerson and his wife Amy of Pepperell, James Nickerson of Acton, and his two great granddaughters, Grace and Emma Nickerson. He also leaves many nieces…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Silva, Irene T. (Simas)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and friends are respectfully invited. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Silva's name to: the Ipswich Council-on-Aging, 25 Green Street, Ipswich, MA 01938. For directions or to send condolences to the Silva family please go to:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sissell, Sherleene F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  CHATHAM —Sherleene F. Sissell, of Chatham, died Oct. 4, 2008. She was the wife of the Rev. William Sissell, and mother of Earl and Leanne. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m., in The First United Methodist Church, Main Street, Chatham. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Children's Cove Family Program, P.O. Box 427, Barnstable, MA 02630. Nickerson Funeral Home 508-945-1166

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sorrell, Eula M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Eula M. Sorrell BROCKTON Eula M. (Murray) Sorrell, 72 years, died Tuesday morning, Nov. 4, 2008, in Life Care of West Bridgewater. Prior to moving into Life Care, Eula was a resident of Brockton since 1991. She was the wife of the late Richard M. Sorrell, who predeceased her in 1966, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident, while serving our country in the U.S. Army. She leaves three siblings living out of state. Visitation will be in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Souza, James P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      COTUIT —James P. Souza, of Cotuit, died at Middlewoods of Farmington, Conn., the assisted living facility he called home for the past two years. He was 87. Jim was born in Cotuit and graduated from Barnstable High School in 1940. He served our country in the Air Force during World War II and spent much of his tour as crew chief of ground maintenance for the B24 bombers in the South Pacific. Jim returned to the Cape after the war and married his wife Betty in 1946. Together they were known for the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Spink, Doris M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Sweeney Brothers Home For Funerals, One Independence Ave., QUINCY, Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. For those who wish, donations in Mrs. Spink's memory may be made to Care Pages Foundation, 4043 NorthRavens- woodSte301Chicago, IL 60618

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Stoklosa, Josephine M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Josephine M. Stoklosa of Lowell Lowell Josephine M. Stoklosa was born in Lowell on March 15, 1921. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Lach) Stoklosa. She attended St. Stanislaus School and graduated from Lowell High School and Secretarial College. Until her retirement, Miss Stoklosa was a Bank Executive Secretary for over forty years. She was a communicant of Holy Trinity Church and a member of the League of Catholic Women and the D'Youville Ladies' Guild. For many years, she was a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sullivan, Lawrence H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          SULLIVAN, Lawrence H. Oct. 29, formerly of Newport, RI, Poughkeepsie, NY and Boston,83yearsold. Beloved husband of the late Louise C. Connelly, dear father of Brian M. Sullivan of Newport, RI, Mark T. Sullivan of NYC, Laurie S. Sleeper and her husband Myron O. of Marshfield, and the late Thomas Hagan Sullivan. Loving grandfather of Benjamin O. Sleeper and Sarah Q. Sleeper. Lawrence was born in Boston, graduated from Belmont High School, Boston College and University of Bridgeport, CT. Served in the U.S.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Sylvester, Robert A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            MARSHFIELD Robert A. Bob Sylvester, of Marshfield, November 3.2008, at the age of 62. Dear father of Robert M. Sylvester of W. Yarmouth, Caitlin Scott and her husband Dana of Rockland, Patricia Nellis and her husband Jason of Webster. Grandfather of Hunter Michael Scott. Brother of Sandra Murphy of Marshfield and William Sylvester of N.H. He was born in Weymouth and educated at Northeastern University and the regional police academy. Bob was a Town of Marshfield police officer from l973 to l983, from l985…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Tierney, Mary T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Mary T. Tierney HULL Mary T. (Toomey) of Hull died October 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Tierney. Devoted mother of Francis J. Tierney, Jr. and his wife Katherine of Pembroke, John Tierney and his wife Deborah of Whitman, Thomas Tierney and his wife Diane of Encinitas, CA, Mary Ellen Quigley and her husband Paul of Abington, Timothy Tierney and his wife Maryann of E. Bridgewater, Caroline Field and her husband Leonard of Rockland, Patricia Giardino and her husband Daniel of Bellingham,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Topor, Joseph J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                TOPOR, Joseph J. Oct. 31, 2008. Husband of the late Dorothy Topor. Father of William, James & Barbara. Vh's Wed. 4-8 PM. Thurs. 9AM in St. Mary's Melrose. info @, . Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Toy, Rita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  TOY, Rita A Registered Nurse of Brighton, Suddenly, on Oct. 28, 2008 Dear Daughter of the late Samuel & Esther Toy. Dear friend of Virginia Mayo whom she graduated with from Peter Bent Brigham Hospital School of Nursing in 1956. Graveside services at Polonnae Cemetery 776 Baker St. , West Roxbury on Friday Nov. 7, 2008 at 10 a.m. Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Directors, 617-969-0800

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Van Hoewyk, Concetta "Tillie" (Gilliberto)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and friends are Kindly Invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8. Concetta's Family would like to thank the staff at Greenwood Nursing Center for all of their love and care. interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Velander, Arnold E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        OCALA, Fla. —Services for Arnold E. Velander, 84, who passed on Oct. 6, 2008, will take place on Friday, Nov. 7, at 11 a.m., at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to your local Disabled American Veterans chapter.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Villiard, Paul E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Walker, Mary H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mary H. Walker lived in Lunenburg, retired Fitchburg teacher PETERBOROUGH, N.H. Mary H. (Hickson) Walker, died peacefully Friday morning, October 31, 2008, in Summerhill Assisted Living in Peterborough, N.H. She was a former resident of Lunenburg, MA. She was born in Lowell, MA, the daughter of Frank and Mae (Dame) Hickson, and lived in Lowell for may years. She attended and graduated from Lowell High School and went on to attend and graduate from the Lowell Teacher's College now known as UMass Lowell…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Walker, Paul F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              WALKER, Paul F., and friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers donations in Paul's memory may be made to The Women's Clinic at Caritas Carney Hospital Foundation, 2100 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester MA 02124, www.lawlerfuneralhome.com, Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 617-323-5600

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Warren, Michael

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                WARREN, Michael On November 3, 2008, our dear friend, Michael Warren left us after an all too short battle with cancer. Michael leaves behind his partner of over 30 years, James Kuchinsky,and a huge network of friends including Susan Krause and Donna Penn who already miss him dearly. In lieu of flowers or if you would like to do something that would have meant a great deal to Michael, make a donation in his memory to: CASPAR, Inc., 315 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Weberg, Ivar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WEBERG, Ivar, 72, a 35-year resident of Merrimack, NH died unexpectedly on Sunday November 2nd, 2008 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Nashua, NH surrounded by family and friends. Deeply loved husband of Judith L. (Franciosa) Weberg for 50 years, Treasured father of William M. Weberg of Martha's Vineyard and Watertown, MA. and his son Warren A. Weberg and his wife Susan of Boston, MA. His brother Norman Weberg and wife Carol of Burke, VA and their family, and his dear friends Kenneth and Elizabeth Page of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Welch, Maude A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    MANCHESTER, CT Maude A. (Hunt) Welch, 91, of Manchester, CT, and recently South Windsor, CT, passed away peacefully on Friday October 31, 2008, surrounded by her family. She was born in Weymouth MA, a daughter of the late George W. and Alice L. ( Quinn) Hunt. She was the wife of the late Edward F Welch. They were married for over 37 years. She was an Artist and an entrepreneur, dancing professionally in the Boston area before founding the Maude Hunt School of Dance in Weymouth. A member of the Elite Dance…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Welch, Maude A. (Hunt)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours are Saturday from 9:00am - 10:00 am, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. The family extends sincere thanks to the many friends, neighbors, and caregivers who made her life richer by their kindness. To Light A Candle, memorial register, grief information, facility directions go to www.hathaway, or call 508 673-0781

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Whitlow Jr., Louis S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        NEW BEDFORD —Louis S. Whitlow, Jr., 83, of New Bedford, died November 3, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital. He was the husband of Kathleen G. (Oliver) Whitlow. Born in New Bedford, the son of the late Louis and Jessie (Thomas) Whitlow, he lived in New Bedford all of his life. Mr. Whitlow was the former owner of Whitlow Electric and a life member of the New Bedford Master Electricians Association. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and later served in the National Guard. He was a member and past…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • William Power “Bill” MacLean

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          William Power “Bill” MacLean, age 96, passed away in Irvington, VA on Sunday, November 2, 2008.  Bill was born in Taunton, Massachusetts on June 12, 1912.  He was the widower of Margaret Crawford MacLean and was predeceased by his daughter Debbie Engermann.  His daughters Donna Birtz and her husband, Robert of Pocasset, MA and Lynne McMurtrie and her husband, Jerry of Deltaville, VA and son-in-law, Jim E. Engermann of Raynham, MA as well as seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren have survived…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Willson, Dorothy V. (MacNeil)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hrs. in the Lehman & Reen Funeral Home 63 Chestnut Hill Ave. (Nr. Brighton Courthouse) BRIGHTON Thursday 4-8 pm. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Brighton. If desired donations in memory of Mrs. Willson may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of MA. 311 Arsenal Street Watertown, MA 02472. For guest book and directions please visit, Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617-782-1000

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Wojcik, Walter J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              may call at DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Ave, DRACUT, on Thursday from 3 until 7 pm. His Funeral will be held from the funeral home on Friday at 9 AM followed by his Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10 am in Holy Trinity Church, Lowell. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lowell. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in his name to the American Cancer Society, 538 Preston Ave, PO BOX 1004, Meridan, CT 06450 or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society 101A First Ave, Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02451. To…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • dos Reis, Conceicao Augusta

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                NEW BEDFORD —Conceicao Augusta dos Reis, 96, of New Bedford, died Sunday, November 2, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital. She was the wife of the late Antonio de Abreu dos Reis. Born in Madeira, she was the daughter of the late Antonio Joao and Carolina Augusta. Mrs. dos Reis loved spending time with her family. She also loved to sing, dance, travel and embroidery. Survivors include her children, Maria Jose Gomes of New Bedford, Maria Celeste Pestana of New Bedford, Luis de Abreu dos Reis of Caracas,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Barnett Jr., Donald R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Boccelli, Harry V. "Muzzy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Boeggeman, Joan Geary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Casey, Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cobb, Eleanor R. (Hanscom)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Cook, Gloria Welch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Dorgan, Tammy M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Edward Frank Ranval, 83, investment adviser

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Edward H. DiTroia, 84

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Fortunato, Gertrude M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Frederick Weidhaas, 83, Easthampton native

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Gladys J. Stasinopoulos

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hannigan Sr., Charles R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Harold Fletcher, 94, true farmer at heart

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Harry V. Boccelli, 83

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Helen A. Melnik

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Jane Bauernfeind, teacher from Kentucky

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Linda G. Dunbar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Marie Casey, 83

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Marilyn R. O'Brien

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mary-Grace Ahearn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Nellie Foster, worked for poet MacLeish

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Pauline R. Johnson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Plutnicki, Irene G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Potocki, Fred S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rockwell, Janet Barnard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Tammy Dorgan, 39

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Weymouth, Lois N. "Ma" (Gillespie)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • William Rowe, 83

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Wood, Charles

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