Of West Roxbury formerly of Dedham, August 18, Visiting hours Friday at the funeral home 4-8. Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church, West Roxbury Saturday Complete notice to follow. George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham781-326-0500 Of Malden August 17,2008. Devoted wife of the late Angelo Alfieri. Visiting hours Wed. Aug. 20th 4-8PM. Funeral Thurs. 9AM. Immaculate Conception Church. Complete notice to follow. Spadafora Funeral Home {M3}LOWELL Bassett, Margaret M. {M1}BASSETT, Margaret M. (Scanlon)Of Lowell, passed away August 17, 2008, beloved wife of the late Robert I. Bassett. Loving Mother of two sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Robert Bassett and Dr. Marilyn Ray of Hays, KS, and Dr. Thomas Bassett and Carol Spindel of Urbana, IL; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Martha and Tom Dufresne of Hollis, NH, Mary Bassett of Acton, MA and Ann and Richard Bienvenue of Lowell, MA. Daughter of the late Patrick and Ethel (Twoig) Scanlon. In… Middleboro William Robert Begley, age 58 years, of Middleboro, formerly of Lakeville, died unexpectedly, from natural causes, Aug. 13, 2008, in Middleboro. Born in Middleboro, July 4, 1950, he was a son of the late William F. Begley and Eleanor M. (Derosier) Begley of Middleboro. He was the husband of Holly (Parker) Begley of Middleboro. They had been married for 29 years. He grew up in Lakeville and graduated vice-president of his class, from Apponequet Regional High School, in 1968. He went on to serve in… Bill Stulla, at 97, TV’s ‘Engineer Bill’ LOS ANGELES - Bill Stulla, who as the star of local TV’s “Cartoon Express with Engineer... HOLLISTON Ann R. Bresnahan, 86, of Holliston, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, at St. Patricks Manor in Framingham. Arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston (www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com ). Dorothy M. (Toohy) Briel, 87, of Worcester, formerly of Millbury, died Friday, Aug. 15th at the UMASS Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. There will be a complete obituary in Friday's newspaper. Mulhane Home for Funerals in Millbury is assisting the family with the arrangements. (www.mulhane.com) Clara Bell Brightwell 1912-2008 EAST LONGMEADOW - Clara Bell Brightwell departed this life on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at Redstone. She was born on November 7, 1912 in Athens, GA, daughter of the late Georgia Mae (Smith) and Leroy Maddox She leaves to cherish her memory, her son, Roosevelt Goosby of Springfield, MA; two sisters, Ruth Self and Edna Thaxton both of Springfield, MA; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends who will miss… Of Dorchester, MA, passed on August 12, 2008. He was the loving husband of Mrs. Albany Brown Jr. Beloved father of Leslie Crosby, Benny Lee Brown (deceased), Juanita Brown-Perry, Darlene Brown, Mildred Brown, Marvis Brown, Milton Brown, David Brown, V. Sherri Lane, and Vera Young. Brother to eight sisters and three brothers. Seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren and a host of other loving relatives and friends survive him. The J.B. Johnson Funeral Home in BOSTON will direct his sunset service. The… Brockton John C. Buckley, 83 years, of Brockton, died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008, at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center, after a brief illness. He was the husband for 58 years of Ruth I. (Barron) Buckley. He had been a lifelong resident of Brockton, son of the late Thomas B. and Madeline (McGlincy) Buckley. He was a 1943 graduate of Brockton High School, where he played hockey, later becoming a Brockton High School Hockey Booster. He was also a graduate of Burdett College of Business. He was a veteran of… and friends respectfully invited to attend. Interment private. In lieu of flowers donations in Teresa's memory may be made to the St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD 57326 www.stjo.org Debra M. Cardin, 50, formerly of Millbury, died Monday, Aug. 18th in St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. She leaves her father and step-mother, Robert S. and Alice Cardin of South Carolina; three sisters, Nancy A. wife of Richard Braman of Ridgeway, SC, Donna V. wife of Kevin Banks of Holden and Pamela A. wife of Mark Babbitt of Elgin, SC; three brothers, Ernest Lambert and his wife, Cathy of Phoenix, Arizona, Russell Lambert and his wife, Audrey of Worcester and Peter Cardin of Millbury; nephews and nieces… The funeral home or family has elected not to place a death notice on Boston.com. A death notice has been placed in the print edition of The Boston Globe. and friends kindly invited. Visitation prior to Mass from 8:30-9:30 AM. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, West Roxbury. Late Korean War Veteran, U.S. Air Force. Member of George Wright Golf Course, Hyde Park. Online guestbook & directions at, . George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham781-326-0500 Of Newton, Aug. 16, 2008. Beloved Husband for 52 years of Jane (Knapik) Castriotta. Devoted Father of Dorene McGarty, James Castriotta II, Kenneth Castriotta and his wife Loretta, John Castriotta and his wife Lillian, Kristine Nardelli and her husband Daniel and the LATE Mary Jane MJ Castriotta. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Funeral from the Andrew J. Magni & Son F.H., 365 Watertown St, Rt. 16, NEWTON, Thursday at 9:30 AM. Followed by a Funeral Mass in Our Lady Help of… Of Duxbury, formerly of Carver, Norwell, Braintree and Chelsea, Aug 16. Wife of the late Mario G. Cayon. Mother of Martin R. Cayon of Plymouth, Ronald D. Cayon of Katy TX, Sharon M. Andrew of Duxbury and the late Stephen E. Cayon. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Sister of the late John McHatton, Dottie Lewis and Mary Zincuck. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 10 AM in Holy Family Church, 601 Tremont St., Rte 3A in Duxbury. Interment in Blue Hill Cemetery in… 74 in Huntington Beach, CA formerly of Newton and Brighton, died suddenly on August 9, 2008. He was a graduate of Brighton High School in 1952 & a Korean War Veteran. He earned a BS from Boston College in 1961 and earned his medical degree from St. Louis University, St Louis, MO in 1965. He specialized in psychiatry and completed his residency at the Institute for Living in Hartford, CT. During his career, Dr. Cicconi was employed at the College Mental Health Center, Boston, was a faculty member of… Paul R. Clifford, Sr., 72, of Paul Street in Auburn, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008, in Saint Vincent Hospital. Calling hours for Paul will be held Thursday, August 21, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. Charles Cote 1932-2008 WILBRAHAM - Charles "Bill" Cote, 75 of Wilbraham died Saturday August 16, 2008 in Mercy Medical Center, Springfield surr-ounded by his loving family. Bill was born in Springfield on December 30, 1932 the son of the late Alphonse S. and Antoinette M. (Boucher) Cote. He has resided in Wilbraham since 1966 and was a communicant of St. Cecilia's Church since 1955. Bill was the president of Northeastern Printing Co. before retiring in 2000. After his retirement Bill served as… Joseph A. Cusson, Jr., 55, of 9 Hillside Terrace, formerly of Webster, died Friday, August 15, in UMass/Memorial Healthcare, Worcester, after being stricken ill at home earlier in the day. He leaves a son, Joseph A. Cusson, III and a daughter, Elisha Cusson, both in Indiana; two grandsons, Marcel and Alexander; four sisters, Judith Gion, Joyce Light, Elizabeth Kabachenski and Marcine Byczko; many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard C. "Dickie" Cusson, in 2004. He was… Thomas F. Daly 1919-2008 SOUTH HADLEY - The funeral for Thomas F. Daly will be held Wednesday at 8:45 am from the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northamprton Street, Holyoke, followed by a Mass in Saint Patrick's Church, South Hadley at 10:00. Burial will follow in Saint Jerome Cemetery, Holyoke. Calling hours will be today from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Sylvia Dashoff 1915-2008 NEW YORK CITY, NY - Sylvia (Kaplan) Hoff Dashoff, 93, died Sunday in New York City. Born in Springfield, she lived in Philadelphia before marrying her first husband Julius Hoff and moving back to Springfield. In 1972, she moved back to Philadelphia, and then to New York City in 2003. She was a secretary at WNEC and for Mary Noll in Philadelphia. She was a former member of Beth El Temple. She was predeceased by her first husband Julius Hoff in 1966 and her second husband Samuel… Of Arlington, formerly of Woburn, suddenly, August 17th. Longtime companion of the late Albert Trites. Beloved mother of Diane R. Silva of Salem, Richard A. DeAngelis of Woburn, Lisa C. Bradley and her husband Wayne of Riverview, FL, and Adeline Morris and her husband Michael of Billerica. Dear sister of Antonio Mucci of Saugus, Louis Mucci of Alna, ME, Maria Childress of Wareham, and the late Paul Dockham. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral… Of Sandwich, formerly of Foxboro, died Saturday, August 16, 2008 at the age of 81. He was the loving husband of the late Abigail J. (Croteau) Deacon. A Navy veteran of World War II, he was employed as an engineer at the Foxboro Co., Stone & Webster in Boston and Charles T. Main in Boston. Survivors include his four children, Patrick Deacon of Brewster, Elizabeth Garber and husband, Alan of Boxford, Eileen Deacon of Sandwich, and Theresa Schmitt and husband, David of Stoneham; his sister, Claire Anderson… Age 86, of Henderson NV, formerly of Acton, died on August 14th, 2008. A native of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, he resided in Massachusetts for more than 70 years before moving to Nevada in 1999. He served in the United States Army during World War II, service for which he was awarded the Purple Heart. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Laurel (Rigney) Deveau, of Henderson, NV; son, David Deveau, of Quincy, MA; daughter, Elizabeth Deveau, of Henderson, NV; grandson, Nicholas Deveau, of Milton, MA;… Plymouth James Henry Donahue, of Plymouth, formerly of Taunton, died Aug. 16, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Marlene G. (Basler) Donahue; and loving father of Kevin J. Donahue of Plymouth. Born in Taunton, May 23, 1931, a son of the late Owen and Mary Donahue, he was a graduate of Taunton High School, Class of 1949. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He worked with the State Department for 25 years in Germany, Iran, Thailand, Vietnam and Africa. He later worked in Plymouth for Tech… In Milton August 18. Devoted husband of Mary (Ridge) Driscoll Loving father of Barbara A. Draffone of Plymouth, Kevin and his wife Jo-Ann of Norwell, Brian & his wife Barbara of Marblehead, Mary Ann and her husband Richard Noone of Quincy, Sheila and her husband Lonnie McCullough of Yardley, PA, and the late Barry Driscoll. Brother of Daniel and Patrick Driscoll both of Dorchester, Frank and Joseph Driscoll, Kathleen Hynes and Ann Moran all of Milton, Mary Greene of Braintree, Peggy Holland of Hanover,… Duguie, Madeline B. "Mal" (Zingarella) and friends invited visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4 pm to 8 pm. Lifelong Charlestown townie Mal worked at the family owned Sieberts Bakery on Medford Street, which she loved dearly. Interment will be Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, MA. may call at the FAY McCABE FUNERAL HOME, 105 MOORE STREET, LOWELL on TUESDAY from 4 until 8 P.M. Funeral WEDNESDAY morning at 8 A.M. from the Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 A.M. at ST. MARGARET'S CHURCH, STEVENS STREET, LOWELL. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Paul's memory may be made to the D'Youville Foundation, 981 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, MA 01854. ARRANGEMENTS BY FAY McCABE FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 978-459-9222. Of Wellesley and Duxbury, died on August 15, 2008 at the age of 85. Raised in Newton, she was the daughter of the late Charles Henry and Henrietta (Fredericks) Myers. She was a graduate of Dana Hall School in Wellesley, Class of 1941, received her Bachelors Degree from Smith College in 1945 and her Master's Degree from Boston University in 1946. Mrs. Emerson was a former president of the Friends of The Wellesley Free Libraries, member of the Duxbury Yacht Club, Smith College Club of Wellesley, Wellesley… Hingham Eileen (Meaney) Engdahl, a Hingham resident for over 50 years, died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008, at the Queen Anne Nursing Home in Hingham. She was 86. Mrs. Engdahl was born in Braintree and was a graduate of Braintree High School. During World War II, she served with the U.S. Coast Guard and was also a member of the Naval Auxiliary. Mrs. Engdahl was an active volunteer in Hingham Civic affairs and at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. Since coming to Hingham, she was a devoted communicant and… Casey A. Fennyery 1984 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Casey Alan Fennyery, 24, of Agawam; passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 16, 2008 at Baystate Medical Center. Born July 30, 1984 in Springfield; he was a son to Curtis L. and Cheryl A. (Hallbauer) Fennyery. Casey was a 2002 graduate of Agawam High School and a 2004 graduate of East Coast Aero Tech in Bedford, MA. He was an Eagle Boy Scout and was employed with Bombardier at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, CT. Casey will be sadly missed by his… Of South Natick formerly of Weston Aug. 18 beloved wife of Paul F. Flaherty. Compl notice to follow George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley781-235-4100 Flora M. (Jardullo) Simas, wife of the late Charles Simas, died at Morton Hospital on Aug. 15 following a short illness. She was 85. Born in Middleboro, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Concetta (Desimoes) Jardullo. A lifelong resident of Middleboro, she attended Middleboro schools and was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church. An employee of the former Lakeville Hospital, she worked there as a domestic aide for over 17 years before retiring in 1984. She enjoyed playing Bingo and visiting … and friends invited. Visiting hours Tuesday evening from 4-8PM. Please in lieu of flowers all donations in Beverly's memory can be made to the Dana Farber Institute, 10 Brookline Pl. West. 6th flr, Brookline, MA 02445. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery, Canton. Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 781-828-0811 may call at DRACUT FUNERAL HOME 2159 Lakeview Ave. DRACUT, on Tuesday from 4 until 7 P.M. Her Funeral will be held from the funeral home on Wednesday at 9 A.M. followed by her Funeral Service at 10 A.M. in the Church of the Nazarene in Lowell. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alma's favorite charity, the Pelham Animal Shelter or the charity of your choice. To send and online condolence or for directions please visit www.dracutfuneralhome.com and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Tues 4-8 PM. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery Needham. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Patricks Manor 863 Central St. Framingham, MA 01701. For directions, obit or to send a note of condolence, please visit:, Eaton Funeral Home 781-444-0201 Of Newton, Aug. 17, 2008. Beloved Wife for 58 years of Edward J. Gallagher. Devoted Mother of Michael Gallagher and his wife Serry of Pennsylvania, James Gallagher and his wife Patricia of Texas, Kathleen Gallagher of MA, Patricia Orsillo and her husband Richard of NH, Joan Gallagher and Elizabeth Gallagher, both of MA. Dear Sister of Jane Kilroy of MA, Anne Bassett of MA and the LATE Dorothy Devoe & Patricia Ricard. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Longtime secretary of… and friends are most kindly invited to attend the Funeral from the Frank A. Welsh & Son's Funeral Home 718 Broadway CHELSEA on Thursday August 21 at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Rose Church, 600 Broadway Chelsea at 9:00 A.M. Services will conclude with Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Visiting hours will be held at the Welsh Funeral Home on Wednesday from 6 - 8 P.M. Funeral Home fully handicap accessible, ample parking opposite Funeral Home. Should friends desire… The funeral home or family has elected not to place a death notice on Boston.com. A death notice has been placed in the print edition of The Boston Globe. and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Thursday at 10:15 a.m. from The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte.20), Waltham followed by Graveside Services at Mount Feake Cemetery, 203 Prospect Street Waltham at 11 a.m. Visiting hours are on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Partners Hospice, 281 Winter Street, Suite 200 Waltham, MA 02451. For complete obituary, guestbook, and directions please visit Justin E. Gingras NEW CASTLE, PA - Justin E. Gingras, 21, of Dushane St., New Castle, formerly of Springfield, MA, died Friday afternoon, August 15, 2008 at his residence in New Castle. A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 21, 2008 at the William F. & Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, New Castle, PA. On-line condolences at: williamrogerdecarbo.com, Of Peabody, formerly of Lynnfield, August 17, age 85. Husband of the late Olive C. (Frye) Gordon. Father of Darlene G. Baldwin, of No. Andover, E. Ray Gordon, Jr. and his wife Bonnie of Peabody, Scott D. Gordon of Lynnfield and Keith A. Gordon and his wife Lisa of Westford. Brother of Ethelyn Gordon of Everett and the late Windsor, Calvin, and Naomi Gordon and Rachel Cole. Father-in-law of the late C. George Baldwin. Grandfather of Gail Savory, Kristen Faucher, Jennifer Weidman, Jason, Lindsay, Erik,… Goscinak-Federowski, Jessie (Flis) and friends may call at the Funeral Home Wed. 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. For obit/directions/guestbook,, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home 781-438-0405 Edna F. Goulet 1927 2008 CHICOPEE Edna F. (Beaudreau) Goulet, 81, a longtime resident of Simonich Circle in the Aldenville section of Chicopee was Called Safely Home on Friday, August 15, 2008 surrounded by the care and comfort of her loving family. She was born in Springfield on March 3, 1927, a beloved daughter of the late Dewie and Ida (Catellier) Beaudreau. She was raised in the North End of Springfield and later moved to the East Springfield section of Springfield. She moved to Simonich Circle in the… and friends invited. Visiting hours Tuesday evening. from 6-8 p.m. Interment, Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com Paul M. Griffin 1964-2008 SAN DIEGO, CA - Paul M. Griffin, 43, of San Diego, CA, and formerly of Springfield, MA, entered into eternal rest on Monday August 11, 2008 at home. He was born in Springfield on October 28, 1964, a son of the late James and Margaret (Courtney) Griffin. Paul graduated from Cathedral High School in 1982, and received his Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice from A.I.C. in 1987, both in Springfield. He was a wholesale distributor for Crest Beverages, and a communicant of… Harrison P. Griffith, 63, of Flagler Drive, was stricken ill and died on Saturday, August 16, 2008 in UMass Memorial Healthcare, Worcester. He leaves his brother, Homer W. Griffith and his wife Joyce of Holden; a sister, Hope E. Kirby and her husband Robert of Freedom, NH; a nephew, Daniel F. Griffith of Worcester; and several nephews and a niece. He was born in Worcester, son of Homer F. and Tekla (Halunen) Griffith, and lived most of his life in Holden. Mr. Griffith was a mechanic for Reed Rico… Janicki, Hattie M. (Kenny), 79, formerly of Parkview Ave., passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Alexander J. Janicki Sr. Loving mother of Sandra Davidson of N. Kingstown, R.I., Alexander J. Janicki Jr. of Pinellas Park, Fl, Michael J. Janicki of Raynham, MA and Kevin K. Janicki of Warwick, R.I. Funeral Thursday, August 21, 2008, from the Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home, 342 High St., Central Falls, R.I. at 9 a.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Leo… Phillip G. Hayden of Lowell; 23 Lowell Phillip G. Hayden, 23, of Lowell, died unexpectedly, Thursday, August 14, 2008. He was a son of Deborah Hayden of Lowell and Thomas Martin of Lowell. Born October 16, 1984, in Winchester, he grew up in the Lowell area, and as a child, played in the Pop Warner Leagues. He graduated from Lowell High School, Class of 2003, and enjoyed riding motorcycles and four wheelers. He owned Hayden's Automotive and Towing, and loved to spend time with his kids and his fiancee,… Leonard C. Houghton lifelong resident of Billerica; 52 Billerica Leonard C. Houghton, age 52, died Sunday, August 17, 2008 at his home in Billerica after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Debra M. (Higgins) Houghton. Born in Stoneham, June 6, 1956, he was the son of the late William and Viola Houghton. He was an automotive mechanic prior to working for the Town of Billerica as a heavy equipment operator. Mr. Houghton, a life long resident of Billerica, was an active member of the Billerica… Formerly of Norwell, age 71, August 13, 2008 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Born in Oakland, CA, the beloved daughter Elsa & Alexander Simon of Summit, NJ. Carol was the devoted wife and constant loving companion of Robert J. Howard for 43 years. Carol leaves two daughters, Susan G. Howard of Seattle, WA and Lisa A. Howard of Scituate and her sister, Judith Vreeland of Basking Ridge, NJ. Carol was formerly the owner of Designer Lamps and Shades of Hanover, MA, where her fine… Jacob Landau, 74, noted journalist WASHINGTON - Jacob “Jack” Landau, a reporter who dubbed himself a “First Amendment... Jim ‘Hoss’ Brock, Cotton Bowl exec, 74 DALLAS - Jim “Hoss” Brock, a longtime executive director of the Cotton Bowl Athletic Association,... Johnny Moore, 70, got Grammy nod with Skatalites KINGSTON, Jamaica — Johnny Moore, a trumpeter and founding member of the pioneering Jamaican ska and... Jose F. Simoes, husband of Maria (Silva) Simoes, died at Morton Hospital on Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, following a short illness. He was 75. Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the late Julio F. and Cecilia P. (Jeniper) Simoes. A self-employed fish vender while living in the Azores, he moved to this area in 1979. He later worked for Cumberland Farms for over 20 years, retiring many years ago. A communicant of St. Anthony Church, he enjoyed gardening in his spare time. Besides his wife, he leaves four… and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 pm. Burial in Holyhood Cemetery in Brookline. Late VietNam War Air Force Veteran. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimer's Assoc. 311 Arsenal St. Watertown MA 02472. Online condolences Neil J. Kennedy 1920 - 2008 SUFFIELD, CT - A Funeral Home Service will be held for Neil J. Kennedy on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 8:30 am in the Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home, 985 Main St., Agawam, MA 01001. Burial will follow at 10:00 am in Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery with military honors. Family and friends are invited to the calling hours TODAY, Tuesday, August 19, 2008 from 4-7 pm at the funeral home. forastierefuneralhome.com, Melissa A. Kindberg 1990 - 2008 PALMER - Melissa A. Kindberg, 18, of St. John St., died Sunday, August 17th at Brigham & Women's Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Ware, July 15, 1990 she was the daughter of Carl and Deborah (Skomro) Kindberg with whom she lived. A lifelong resident of Palmer, she was an honor roll student and 2008 graduate of Palmer High School. Besides her parents, she will be deeply missed by her brother Jeremy, her maternal grandparents Dolores and Frank Skomro of… Albert E. LaChance, 60, of Shrewsbury died Saturday, August 16th , in Saint Vincent Hospital. He leaves his wife and best friend of 34 years, Elisa M. (Chiarelli) LaChance; two daughters, Amy E. Tessier, wife of Stephen of Simpsonville, S.C. and Melissa A. Bircks, wife of Cliff of Haddonfield, N.J.; two brothers, Paul E. LaChance husband of Mary of Dudley and Norman L. LaChance of Coconut Creek, FL.; a sister, Anne Devine, wife of Jerry of North Kingston, R.I.; also survived by two adored granddaughters,… & friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Friday at 10AM. Visiting hours in the John Everett & Sons Funeral Home, 4 Park St., (at Natick Common) NATICK, Thursday 4 to 8PM. Interment St. Patrick Cemetery, Natick. Member of the U.S. Army 1956 to 1958. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Peter's name to the Natick Visiting Nurse Assoc., 209 West Central St., Natick 01760 or the Natick Service Council Food Pantry, 39 East Central St. Natick 01760. For directions,… Most adored husband of Vicki, passed away from our lives peacefully on August 15th. Dear father of Kathy Botti (Richard) of Salem, NH and the late Paul Jr.; cherished grandfather of Merissa, and great grandfather of Jon and Jacob; fond brother of the late Anne Weldon. Proud Navy Veteran of WWII. To all who knew him, be comforted and not surprised that he passed as he lived: on his terms and the time of his choosing, with no suffering, in my arms and never alone. He will live in our hearts and memories for… Of Boston, formerly of Jamaica Plain & Framingham, August 18, 2008. Retired Pastor St. George's Church (Saxonville) Framingham. Complete notice on Wednesday., Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home 617-323-5600 may call from 4 to 8 PM on Wednesday, August 20th, at the MAHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 187 Nesmith Street, (Rte, 38), Lowell. Her funeral service to be held on Thursday, August 21st, at 10 AM at the funeral home, followed by burial in the Lowell Cemetery. Arrangements by Mahoney Funeral Home. www.mahoneyfuneralhome.com . Of Dedham and California, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family August 16, 2008, age 101. She was the wife of the late Daniel Ledegang. Mother of Virgina Mucciaccio of Dedham and Carolyn Romaker of Thousand Oaks, CA. She is survived by her grandchildren, Nancy (Mucciaccio) and Peter True of Westwood, Daniel Mucciaccio of Dedham, Richard Mucciaccio of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Laurie Brennan of Medford, Stephen Romaker of Simi Valley, CA, Julie (Romaker) and Sam Palazzola of Apple Valley, CA, and… Arthur E. "Butch" Lemieux GRAVESIDE SERVICES ADAMS Graveside Services for Arthur E. "Butch" Lemieux of 178 Columbia St. , Adams, who died February 15, 2008 will take place Thursday at 1 p.m. at Southview Cemetery, North Adams. The FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS are in charge of arrangements., Michael A. Levenseller, 43, of West Boylston, died Thursday August 14, 2008. He was born in Worcester, the son of Chester A. and Dorothy (Leventhal) Levenseller. His father passed away on June 6, 2004. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy of Worcester, sister Cheryl A. and her husband Edward F. Keddie, Jr. of Florida and his brother Douglas J. Bryant of Florida, a step-father Edmond J. Arpin Sr. and his family of Worcester. Two Aunts, Barbara A. Booth and Joan E. and her husband Frank J. Kinney, both from… and friends invited. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St. Francis Bread Line, 135 W. 31 St., NY, NY 10001. Online guestbook at savilleandgrannan.com. hours at the funeral home will be Tuesday from 5 - 8 PM. Following cremation, burial will be in the family lot in Dell Park Cemetery, Natick. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Oxfam America, 226 Causeway St., 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02114. Rhea Lindstedt 1949 - 2008 FLORENCE - Rhea Lindstedt, 59, of Florence, MA, best mother in the world, passed away Friday, August 15, 2008 at Baystate Medical Center. She left peacefully with her daughter, son-in-law and friends at her side following a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Milford, CT on July 28, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Muriel D. (Dimond) Ott and the late John Frederick Lindstedt. She spent her childhood years in Northampton and Ashfield. She graduated from… and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours in the Eaton Funeral Home, 1351 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM on Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment Needham Cemetery. Donations in her name may be made to Rosie's Place, 889 Harrison Ave. Boston, MA 02118. For directions, obit or to send a note of condolence, Eaton Funeral Home 781-444-0201 Col. Mary Edna Mahar, 87 of Plantation St. Worcester, formerly of Auburn, died unexpectedly in her home on Sunday. She is survived by her sister, Dorothy Mae Clarke, of Worcester; a brother, Robert F. Mahar, of Brandon, FL; a niece, Linda Wood, of Mansfield Center, CT, Greg and Robert Mahar of FL, and Darlene Boutwell, of Worcester, and Keith J. Boutwell of AZ. She was born in Worcester. She was the daughter of the late Percy and Aurora (Demers) Mahar. She was educated in Worcester schools, later graduating… Of Everett August 17, Beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Bloomer) Brother of the late Rev. Thomas D. Manning O M I. Funeral Mass will be held on Wed., at 11 AM from the Immaculate Conception Church. Visiting one hour prior to Funeral Mass at Murphy-O'Hara Funeral Home, 519 Broadway EVERETT Murphy-O'Hara Funeral Home Everett 617-387-0506 Mascetta, Josephine M. (Vinci) and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may visit with the family on Wednesday, August 20, from 8:30 to 10 AM at the Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 29 Governors Avenue, Medford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:30 AM in the Immaculate Conception Church, 600 Pleasant Street, Malden. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. In lieu of flowers, donations in Josephine's memory may be made to Glen Ridge Nursing Care Center, Patient Activities, 120 Murray… Junious Benjamin Mathis 1939-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Junious Benjamin Mathis, age 68 died at the Jewish Nursing Home on Sunday, August 17, 2008, following a courageous battle with neurodegenerative disease. He was born December 16, 1939, in Magnolia, North Carolina, to the late William Floyd Mathis and Clara Pearl Mathis. He was class president and graduated as Salutatorian of the Class of 1958 from E. E. Smith High School. Ben served his country in the United States Air Force from 1959-1963 .Dr. Mathis… Anthony A. Maurello, 91, of Shrewsbury, died Sunday, August 17th in his home. Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury is assisting the Maurello family with arrangements. A calling hour will be held on Thursday, August 21st from 11:00-12 NOON at the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass at 12:30 at St. Mary's Church, 640 Main St. Shrewsbury. His full obituary will appear in Wednesday's paper. www.brittonfuneralhomes.com Edith Louise Maxant August 12, 1944 - July 24, 2008 Ayer On August 12th 1944, a daughter, Edith Louise Maxant was born to Capt. Richard C. Maxant and Harriett (Henn) Maxant. After taking her to several specialists, they followed the best advice, "Just take her home and love her." So, Edith Maxant became one of the few Down Syndrome babies to grow up at home and one of the even fewer children that became part of the community. Her Mom, Harriett, also became an advocate for children with… McDonald, Patricia A. (O'Connell) Formerly of Milton & Salem, of Belchertown, Aug. 18. Beloved wife of Richard J. Devoted mother of Richard J. of Salem & Joseph M. McDonald of Feeding Hills. Sister of Rita Broadbent, Carol & Edward, all of FL, James of Plympton & William O'Connell of Dedham. Also survived by 7 loving grandchildren. Funeral Mass at St. Agatha Church, Milton, Thurs. 10:30 AM. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON, Wed. 4 to 8 PM. Former manager of Vincent's… and friends invited. Visiting Hours Wednesday 4-8PM. Interment will be private. US Navy Vietnam Veteran. Cecile I. (LaPlante) Mercure passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2008 surrounded by her loving family at the Lydia Taft House in Uxbridge. Known to everyone as Dori, she was the mother of Mary V. Towle of Sutton, Cheryl A. Marengo of Upton with whom she lived for 35 years, Richard A. Mercure of Pascoag, RI, and Dennis J. Mercure of Douglas, and was sister to Irene Casey of Tucson, Arizona. Dori also leaves 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Her late husband Albert J. Mercure passed away… Merriman, Daniel C. (Featured Guest Book) Of Chestnut Hill and Kennebunk, ME, August 15, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late George and Annie Mogavero. Funeral Mass in St. Theresas Church, West Roxbury, Saturday, Aug. 23, at 11:30 AM. Visiting hours prior to Mass 9:15-11:15 AM. Complete notice to follow. Online guestbook, obituary and directions at, P.E. Murray-George F. Doherty & Sons West Roxbury617-325-2000 75, of Harrison, ME, died August 16, 2008 at the Bridgton Hospital. He was born in Maynard, MA on June 21, 1933 the son of Michael J. & Margaret (Lydon) Molloy and was educated in Maynard schools. He was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War, was a member of the American Legion Post # 235 of Maynard and was the past Exalted Ruler of Maynard Lodge B.P.O.E. and had served as secretary of the lodge for several years. For the past 19 years he and his family owned the Caswell House Restaurant. He is… Teresa S. Monteiro 1915-2008 LUDLOW - Teresa S. Monteiro, 93, of Ludlow, died peacefully Sunday August 17, 2008, with her loving family at her side. A lifelong resident of Ludlow, she worked for over 30 years at the Ludlow Textile Mills. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Fatima Church, a member of their Sacred Heart of Jesus Society, as well as belonging to the Gremio Lusitano Women's Auxiliary. Teresa was the widow of Antonio Monteiro, who died in 1966, and was predeceased by her siblings, Joao… Maureen Mooney 1942-2008 WESTFIELD - Maureen (O'Neil) Mooney, 65, of Westfield, passed away Sunday August 17th at home surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Northampton to the late Daniel M. and Mary F. (Doyle) O'Neil, she was a lifelong area resident. Raised in Springfield, Maureen was a graduate of the former Sacred Heart High School and of the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing. She received her Bachelors in Nursing from the Elms College and worked at Noble Hospital for 20 years as a… Joseph Henry Morrissette of Lowell; 95 Lowell Joseph Henry Morrissette, beloved husband of Flore (Perras) Morrissette for 63 years, and a resident of the Centralville section of Lowell, died Sunday August 17, 2008 at a local nursing home following a brief illness. He was 95. Born in Lowell on December 13, 1912, he was a son of the late Arsene and Malvina (Rheault) Morrissette. Henry was a veteran of WWII and Korea having served in the US Marine Corps. retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant. Upon… Jean M. Murphy 1920 - 2008 BAREFOOT BAY, FL - Jean M. Murphy, 87 died Aug. 1, 2008. Private services at later date. Arrangements by Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory, Sebastian, FL., Of South Boston, August 3, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Stephen J. & Marie (Murphy) Henchey. Dear wife of the late Cyril Parrett & the late Donald Myers. Also lovingly survived by many cherished friends. All are invited to attend Visiting Hours at the Casper Funeral Home, 187 Dorchester Street, SOUTH BOSTON, Wednesday, August 20, from 4-8 PM. Marie's Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, August 21, in St. Brigid's Church at 10 AM. Interment, Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Retired… In East Boston, August 17th at 95 years. Daughter of the late Thomas M. & Mary Esther (O'Keeffe) Norton. Visiting hours are Wednesday, 4-7 PM in the Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, August 21 at 10 AM in the Church Of The Sacred Heart, East Boston. Complete funeral arrangements will be announced in Wednesday's edition by the Vertuccio Home for Funerals of Revere.{M1} Philip O'Brien Jr., Esq. 1924 - 2008 HOLYOKE - Philip O'Brien Jr., Esq., 83, passed away on Wednes-day, August 13, 2008 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born in Holyoke on September 30, 1924, to the late Judge Philip O'Brien and Helen (MacGregor) O'Brien. In addition to his home in Holyoke, Philip spent many summers at the home of his grandparents on Block Island, Rhode Island. Philip attended Holyoke High School, Deerfield Academy, Yale University and Harvard Law School. At Deerfield… Of North Reading, age 69, August 18, 2008. Dick is survived b his wife Marsha (Patch) Oest, children Pamela Oest Morin and her husband Stephen of Lynnfield, Marianne Oest of San Francisco, CA, and John and his wife Denise Oest of Forest Hills, NY, grandchildren Allison and Amy Morin, Samantha and Jake Oest, a brother James Oest of Brentwood CA, and four nieces and nephews. For those desiring, memorials may be made to the, or The Cape Cod National Seashore, 99 Marconi Site Rd., Wellfleet, MA 02667. Retired… and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held in the Funeral Home on Wednesday from 3-8 p.m. Interment Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington. Donations may be made in Adeline's memory to: CMARC-147 New Boston St., Woburn, MA 01801; or COOP Elder Services, 37 Broadway St., Arlington MA 02474. Lane Funeral Homes Winchester-Burlington 781-729-2580 and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral from the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Thursday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, N. Quincy at 10 AM. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Call 1-800-Keohane or see, for directions & online condolences. Pervis Jackson, original member of The Spinners dies in Detroit DETROIT - Pervis Jackson, one of the original members of the R&B group The Spinners, has died at a Detroit hospital. Claudreen... Doris H. Plante 1932 2008 SPRINGFIELD Doris H. (Blouin) Plante, 76, of the Forest Park section of Springfield was Called Safely Home on Friday, August 15, 2008 surrounded by the care and comfort of her loving family. She was born in Saint Vallier, Province of Quebec, Canada on March 22, 1932, a beloved daughter of the late Charles Henri Blouin and Alice (Cote) Blouin. She was raised in the Brightwood section of Springfield, graduated from the former Saint Thomas Aquinas Elementary School and Cathedral High… Dolores C. Plourde 1916-2008 PORT ORANGE, FL - Dolores C. (L'Heureux) Plourde, 91, of Port Orange, FL, formerly of Indian Orchard, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2008. Born in Woonsocket, RI, she was the daughter of the late Phillippe and Olivine (Morin) L'Heureux. Dolores was a resident of Indian Orchard for many years before moving to Florida (14) years ago. She was an office clerk for several years having been employed by Adley Express, Monarch Insurance and Mongeau's Pharmacy of Indian… Gloria R. Poulsen 1929-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Gloria R. "Gigi" (Giannini) Poulsen, 78, died Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Baystate Medical Center. She was born in Springfield on December 14, 1929 to Natale and Mary (Lapponese) Giannini. Gloria owned Gigi's Beauty Salon in the South End of Springfield for 35 years, retiring in 1985. She had a love for bingo and playing cards. Gloria could be found playing bingo on Tuesday nights at St. Anthony's and pitch on Wednesdays at the Hampden Senior… Formerly of Dorchester, August 18, beloved wife of the late Edward T. Powers. Loving mother of Thomas J., James M. Powers, Jeanne M. Malonson, Patricia Gill and Kathleen Murnaghan all of Plymouth. Sister of Paul Campbell of N. Carolina, Patricia Lee of VA., Jeanne McDonald of Quincy, Mary Sullivan of Plymouth and Carolyn Joyce of Quincy. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral from the Cartmell Funeral Home, 150 Court St. Plymouth on Thursday at 10:00 am followed by a Funeral… and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wed., 4 thru 8. Services will conclude with burial at Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. It has been requested that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Joseph's memory to the American Heart Assoc. 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. For directions/obit/guestbook mclaughlindellorusso.com Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781 933-0083 Woburn - Medford - Wilmington Age 83, of Watertown, formerly of Cambridge and a native of Texas, August 14, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Robert Preusser. Mother of Eric 0. Preusser of Watertown and the late Alison Preusser-Peroni of Billerica. Grandmother of Erica Alison Preusser, Rebecca Ellen Preusser and Sara Peroni. Memorial Service Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008 at 1 PM in the Story Chapel in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Nardone Funeral Home 617-924-1113 Austin, Texas Anna F. Reed, daughter of the late Alden and Pearl (Costellow) Reed, passed away July 5, 2008, in Austin, after a brief illness. Miss Reed was a 1939 graduate of Whitman High School and received her advanced education at the Chandler School in Boston. Throughout her executive assistant career with the Exxon Corp., Miss Reed lived in Houston, Los Angeles and Dallas. Miss Reed is survived by her nephews, G.H. Crawford of Bass River, Mass., Phillip Reed Crawford and family of Exeter, N.H.; and a… Richard A. Leahy, Brookline native, lawyer, at 83 In Boston, August 16, 2008, Richard F. Whalley, husband of Robin A. (Prince) Whalley, died suddenly at New England Medical Center in Boston at the age of 44. Born and educated in Taunton, Richard is the son of Marilyn (Walczak) Gagnon. Richard was employed at Swank Co. in the shipping department, before that he worked for Towle Silver Co. and Reed & Barton Silver Co., both in Taunton. Richard loved spending time with his family, fishing and mowing lawns for his friends. He was the father of Justin,… Annie Richmond 1914 - 2008 SOUTH DEERFIELD-Annie (Rup) Richmond, 93, formerly of Virginia St. Springfield, and most recently the Arbors in Amherst, died Saturday in the Cooley Dickinson Hospital. Born in North Hadley, August 31, 1914, she was the daughter of the Late Andrew and Catherine (Pekala) Rup. She attended Hadley schools and at an early age moved to Springfield. She had worked at Gilbert & Baker in Springfield during World War II. She had been the sole proprietor of the Adore Beauty Shop on… Riganati, M. Jennie (Santella) M. Jennie (Santella) Riganati, 83, died Thurs., Aug. 14 in UMASS Memorial Hospital. Her husband of 47 years Ralph Riganati died in 1994. She leaves three daughters, Rita M. Miller of Gonzales, LA, Deborah Paluch of Scottsdale, AZ and Jean M. Riganati of Douglas; four grandchildren, Melissa J. Capozzo of Worcester, Matthew R. Capozzo of Sorrento, LA, Jason R. and Bethany M. Paluch, both of Scottsdale, AZ, and several nephews and nieces. Jennie was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. She was born in… Riley, Paul T. (Br. Valentine) Age 93, of Danvers, formerly of Lawrence. Husband of the late Lillian (Keaney) (Harnish) Riley. Besides his brothers in religion, he is survived by a sister, Ruth McMahon, a step-daughter, Gayle Keaney of RI; a step-son, George Keaney of OH; a niece, Susan Riley-Ade of VA; and his dear friends, Jim and Pat McNeilly and their family. Visiting hours will be on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 from 2:00 to 3:45 p.m. at the St. Johns Preparatory School Chapel (Administration Building). A Mass of Christian Burial will… In Rotonda West, FL, August 7, 2008 81, formerly of Weymouth and Taunton. Beloved wife of 62 years of Leonard, Mother of Leonard Jr. and his wife Laura of Bridgewater, Mark of Martha's Vineyard, Sheila Hammond of San Diego, CA, Christine and her husband Peter Wadsworth of Framingham, grandmother of Christa, Russell, Dewey, Gregory, Leah, Cara and great-grandmother of Sara. Sister of Joseph Murray and his wife Emma of Stoughton and James Murray of Plainville. Also mother of the late Michael Roaen of Cape… Robert F. Harvey of Weymouth, 28, an ironworker Rockwell, Mary Anastasia (Carney) 85, of 238 Spencer Dr., Amherst, formerly of Gloucester, MA, died Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Sunbridge of Hadley. She was born in Montague, MA, Dec. 4, 1922, daughter of the late Bartholomew J. and Anastasia (O'Connell) Carney. Mary was a graduate of Orange High School, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 1945, where she received her BS in History and Psychology. She was President of Pi Beta Phi. Mary also chaired the 50th reunion of her class and was recipient of UMass'… : Funeral services for Alfred J. Rolland, who died Sunday, August 17, will be Thursday, August 21, at 9:15 a.m. from DERY-CHESHIRE FUNERAL HOME, with A Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, celebrated by Rev. David R. Raymond, pastor. Burial will follow in Bellevue Cemetery, Adams. Calling hours will be Wednesday, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mr. Rolland may be made to the Cheshire Volunteer Fire Department in… and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8pm. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Needham. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Henry's memory to the Sisters of Charity, 125 Oakland Street, Wellesley, MA 02481. Late retired owner of R.H. Rose Inc., Siding Company of Wellesley. WWII Army Veteran. For directions and guestbook visit, . George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home Wellesley 781-235-4100 Henry R. Salem of Gilbert St., died Sunday, August 17, 2008 at his home. He leaves his wife of 62 years, Catherine M. (Kelly) Salem; four sons, Richard Salem and his wife Janet of Leicester, John Salem of Warren, David Salem of West Brookfield and Robert Salem and his wife Jennifer of Gloucester; three daughters, Nancy Salem and her husband Alan Drake, Martha Leasca and her husband George and Heather Salem all of West Brookfield; two brothers, Ernest Salem of West Brookfield and Robert Salem of North… Of Brooklyn and Shelter Island, August 17. Beloved wife of the late Richard E. Savidge. Mother of John Slade and his wife Rejane of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, and of Clinton Savidge and his wife Elise of Wayland, MA. Sister of the late Robert Anderson. Loving Grandmother of Kimberly, Andrea, Anderson, Erica and Mark. Great-grandmother of Shane and Samantha. Attended Packer Collegiate Institute, Smith College, and the Sorbonne. As a younger woman, performed with The Schubert production of "The Student… 40, on August 15 at her home in Jamaica Plain. Psychotherapist, mother, sister, and friend to many. Survived by husband Eric Rosenthal, children Oliver Lee Schlesinger Rosenthal, 8, and Esli Laura Bratko Silver Schlesinger Rosenthal, 4. Also survived by parents James and Laura Schlesinger, sisters Rebekah Schlesinger, Sarah Schlesinger, and Jessica Grille, a large and loving extended family, and many friends and colleagues. Open house will be held on Wednesday from 1 to 6 PM and Thursday from 1 to 9 PM at… Carver Walter S. Schlieff, of Carver, formerly of Abington, age 88, died Aug. 18, 2008. He was the loving husband of 62 years to Rita G. (Champagne) Schlieff of Carver; loving son of the late Carl and Jessie (Scott) Schlieff; loving father of Nancy Williams and husband Jay of East Bridgewater, Scott Schlieff and wife Elsie of Abington, Karle Schlieff and wife Carla of Woburn, Vaughn Schlieff and wife Ruth of Middleboro and Claude Schlieff of Fall River; loving brother of Elizabeth Skoulas of New Jersey and… The funeral home or family has elected not to place a death notice on Boston.com. A death notice has been placed in the print edition of The Boston Globe. Deloris Smith 1952-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Deloris (Daniels) Smith, 56, of 34 Collins Street, departed this life on Saturday, August 16, 2008, at her home. She was born in Ozark, AL, and moved to Springfield 50 years ago where she became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She is survived by her husband Isaac J. K. Smith of Springfield; two sons, Tyrone Jordan of Pittsfield, MA and Steven Smith of Springfield; two daughters, Sharon Jordan Wright and Michelle Jordan both of Springfield;… Age 72, of Carlisle, August 17. Beloved husband of Ellen T. (Logue) Sparks. Father of James T. "Jay" and his wife Augusta of Arlington, Patrick R. and his wife Sheri of West Hartford, CT and Maura L. Sparks and her husband Michael Soojian of Wilton, CT. Brother of John of Los Angeles, CA and H. William "Bill" of El Paso, TX. Also survived by 9 grandchildren. Funeral Friday, August 22nd from the Dee Funeral Home, 27 Bedford Street, CONCORD CENTER at 9 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass in St.… {M1} Professor Emeritus Robert M. Spector of Framingham, Massachusetts died at the age of 82 at his home with his loving wife of 52 years, Charlotte Werlin and his two sons Richard and Kenneth at his side. He died of renal cell carcinoma. Dr. Spector was educated in the Boston school system and subsequently earned five degrees, including both a Bachelor of Arts and Master Of Arts degree in literature and history at Boston University. This was followed by a Second Master of Arts degree in education.… Jerald T. St. Laurent, 45, of Westboro, formerly of Worcester passed away Saturday, August 16th in the Kent Hospital, in Warwick, R.I. after being stricken ill earlier. Jerry is survived by his wife Lori I. (DiProfio) St. Laurent; his two children, Brian and Nicole St. Laurent both of Worcester; two stepchildren, Ryan and Shauna Sweeney both of Westboro; his father Joseph E. St. Laurent of Worcester; five brothers, James St. Laurent of Oakham, Jeffrey, John and Sean St. Laurent, and Craig Benoit all of… and friends kindly invited to attend. Donations in his memory may be made to the above named Church. Burial in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, MA. Keefe Funeral Home 781-648-5544 Joseph H. Stebbins 1930-2008 LUDLOW - Joseph H. Stebbins, 78, died Sunday, August 17, 2008, after a long illness at Harborside Health Care in Westfield. Born in Springfield, the son of Robbie and Loretta (Duquette) Stebbins, Joseph was a longtime Springfield resident before moving to Ludlow 8 years ago. He was the co-owner of Tedro's Variety and Carm's Luncheonette both in East Springfield. He also worked with his son at Co-Op Roofing. Joseph leaves his wife, Carmella (Arena) Stebbins, to whom he… Age 75, of Marstons Mills, formerly of Concord. Aug. 16. Beloved husband of the late Maureen A. (Corcoran). Father of Mary Anne Cahill of Randolph, VT, William T. of Fort Lauderdale, FL, James P. of Cuttingsville, VT, Christine of Boston, Ellen of Burlington, VT and Matthew J. of Stewartsville, NJ. Also survived by 7 grandchildren. Visiting hours Wednesday, Aug. 20th from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 PM. in the Dee Funeral Home, 27 Bedford Street, CONCORD CENTER. Funeral from the Dee Funeral Home, Thursday, Aug. 21st… 73 of Ocean Pines MD, formerly of Revere, August 16. Beloved husband of Doris (Bailey) Talios of MD with whom he shared 49 years of marriage. Loving father of William E. Talios and his wife Brenda of CA, Joseph A. Talios of PA, Loretta A. Magee and her husband Brian of Brighton, MA, Diane L. Doyle and her husband Kurt of Franklin MA. Dear brother of Robert W. Talios and his wife Sparky of FL. Cherished grandfather of Michael, Joseph, JR and Madeline Talios, Jared, Emily and Meghan Magee and John and Katie… Age 32 yrs. of Methuen, formerly of Charlestown suddenly August, 17, 2008. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Funeral Mass Friday at 10 AM. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements by: Frank H. Carr Funeral Home Charlestown (617)242-1509 Steven E. Tatro, 47, of Auburn, died Monday August 18th in Saint Vincent Hospital, after an illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 Central St., Auburn is assisting the family with the arrangements. For directions or to leave a message of sympathy for the family, please visit www.brittonfuneralhomes.com who wish may make Memorial Contributions in her name to Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc., 360 Merrimack St. #5, Lawrence, MA 01843. Interment in Pine Ridge Cemetery. Funeral Director Walter F. Bayliss, Jr. www.morsebaylissfuneralhome.com service will be celebrated on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 11 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church, 34 Felton St., Hudson. Burial will follow in Forestvale Cemetery, Hudson. Family and friends may attend calling hours on Tuesday, Aug. 19, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc. (www.tighehamilton.com ), 50 Central St., Hudson. Donations in memory of Mrs. Tedstone may be made to the Harvard Brain Tissue Resource Center, 115 Mill Street, Belmont, MA 02478. 67, of Hudson, Saturday, Aug. 16. Former wife of the late Lewis W. Tedstone Jr., Beloved mother of Lewis P. Tedstone of Hudson, James Scott Tedstone of Chelmsford, Ronald D. Tedstone of Winchendon, Richard M. Tedstone & Paul D. Tedstone, both of Hudson; brother of, Paul Sampson of Nashua, NH; sister of, Janet Palladino of Lexington; also survived by her stepmother, Stella Sampson of Waltham; her great aunt, Madeline Bangs of Concord; 12 grandchildren & many nieces & nephews. Former secretary for… Edmund H. "Butch" Therrien, 59, of 90 W. Hartford Ave, died Monday, Aug 18 after an illness. He is survived by his wife, Janet E. (Chabot) Therrien; 2 sons, Creig A. Therrien of W. Virginia and Curt A. Therrien of Dudley; 4 grandchildren, CJ, Ashley, Cameron, and Brayden; his mother, Margaret R. (Beauregard) Therrien of Uxbridge; 2 brothers, Kenneth P. Therrien of Millville and Brian D. Therrien of Mendon; 2 sisters, Mona Poulin of Maine and Robin A. Marshall of Woonsocket, RI and several nephews… Twomey, Marie Louise (Spinazola) and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday from 4-7PM. Interment Winthrop Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to the Jimmy Fund, 375 Longwood Ave., Boston MA 02115 or the Chelsea Soldier's Home, 91 Crest Ave., Chelsea MA 02150. For directions or to sign the online guestbook, please visit:, . Caggiano Funeral Home Winthrop 617-846-8700 Helen Mae Vermette 1922 -2008 INDIAN ORCHARD - Helen Mae (Tracy) Vermette, 86, a resident here and longtime resident of the Hungry Hill Section of Springfield passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008 at Wingate of Springfield. Helen was born in Westfield, June 29, 1922 a daughter of the late William and Anne (Baker) Tracy and educated in Westfield Schools. Helen was a cook and housekeeper for many years and worked for several area parishes in the Springfield Diocese. Prior to that, Helen enjoyed her time in… Adelaide E. Wall 1908 - 2008 WESTFIELD - Adelaide (Addie) E. Wall, 100, of Westfield died Sunday at Governor's Center nursing home surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Westfield on July 24,1908, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Ann (Holcomb) Wall, and was a lifelong resident and a member of the United Church of Christ Second Congregational. She was a 1929 graduate of the former Westfield Normal School, and was employed at Boston Mutual Life Insurance Co. for twenty-five years… Brockton Patricia M. (Hanna) Wasil, 58 years, of Brockton, died Friday, Aug. 15, 2008, at the Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital. She was born and raised in Dorchester, a daughter of the late Ralph and Dorothy (Hannon) Hanna. Patricia was a graduate of St. Patrick High School in Boston, and moved to Brockton 37 years ago. She had been employed by Shaws on the south side of Brockton as a cashier for the past 12 years. Mrs. Wasil will be remembered by those who knew and loved her as a kind hearted,… In Dorchester, formerly of NJ, August 17th. Member of the staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School, Mission Hill. Funeral services & interment will be held at the Sisters of St. Francis Mother House in Allegany NY. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in Mission Church at a later date. Arrangements by Murphy Funeral Home, DORCHESTER. William E. “Pops” Griffin, 84 years old, died in Hyannis on June 18, 2008, following a period of failing health. A longtime resident of Cape Cod, he was a recent resident of the Mary McCarthy Hospice House in Sandwich. Born in Winthrop, MA, son of the late Richard and Hazel (Norton) Griffin. He was a 1940 graduate of Winthrop High School and also attended Norwich University and Wentworth Institute. He served in WW II with the United States Marine Corps, rising to the rank of Technical… Of Somerville, suddenly, August 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Helen J. (Phelan). Complete notice to follow. Calling hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Arrangements by the Doherty Funeral Home, Somerville 617-625-4320. Fred Barnicoat Windover II, of Williamstown, a well known longtime resident of Northern Berkshire and Southwestern Vermont, died Friday in Pownal by suicide as a result of bipolar disorder. He was 47. Born July 13, 1961 in Durham, North Carolina, the son of Fred A. and M. Joan McLelland Windover, he came with his family to Williamstown at the age of seven. He was educated in local schools there, and graduated from Mount Greylock Regional High School. He obtained his bachelor's degree from Anna Maria… : Burial took place at Southview Cemetery on August 18 at 2 p.m. with a graveside service., , , , , Hanson Loretta Ann (Pircio) Young, 60, of Hanson, died Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, at the home of her sister in North Easton, under the care of her family and Care Alternatives Hospice. She was the wife of the late David P. Young (Brockton police officer) and her late longtime companion, Steven J. Kozik. Born April 13, 1948, in Brockton, she was a daughter of Joseph J. Pircio and Vivian M. (Ethier) Pircio of Brockton. Raised in Brockton, she graduated from Cardinal Spellman High School in 1966. Loretta was a… and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday, 4-8 P.M. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, West Quincy. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Zaks memory may be made to the Hospice of the South Shore, 100 Bay State Drive, Braintree, MA 02184. |
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