Massachusetts Obituaries 09/25/08

Adourian, Andre' N. Andre' N. Adourian, 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 surrounded by his loving family in Sterling Healthcare Center, Sterling. Andre' was born in Lyon, France in 1928 and served as a medic in the French Army. He resided in Worcester for 50 years before moving to Rutland in 2007. His wife Marie predeceased him in 2006. He is survived by his 3 children, Jean-Paul Adourian and his wife Sandra of Houston, TX, Christine Smith and her husband Douglas of Rutland, and Jean-Marc… Andrews, Kerri B. Keenan-Dorsey : A Liturgy of Christian Burial will take place Friday at 9 a.m. at St. Anthony's of Padua Church, North Adams, Ma. Burial will follow in Clarksburg Cemetery. Calling Hours are Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME for Funerals, CENTRAL CHAPELS, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, Ma. Memorial Donations are suggested for Kerri Andrews children's education fund through the funeral home., Apollonio, Anthony and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Interment Westview Cemetery, Lexington. Douglass Funeral Home Lexington 781-862-1800 Aponte, Maria A. Armour Sr., Jon ARMOUR, Jon, Sr. 66, of Port St. Lucie, FL, formerly of Maynard, on September 23, 2008, as the result of injuries from a hit & run motorcycle accident. Beloved husband of the late Adrienne (Ruggiero) Armour. Father of Jon Armour, Jr. & wife Helen of Maynard, & Vicki Chartrand & husband Donald of New Smyrna Beach, FL. Grandfather of Tyler & Derek Chartrand. Son of Ruth (Cutter) Armour of Clearwater, FL. Brother of Dana, Gary & Laurence Armour. Visiting Sunday, 1-3 & 6-8 PM at the… Bachofner, Edward F. and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. Retired Boston Firefighter for 34 years, Engine 30, Ladder 25. WW II Navy Veteran. Edward was an avid fisherman who enjoyed spending time at his summer home in Maine. He was a sport fan who loved watching the Boston Red Sox. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to The Boston Fireman's Relief Fund, 115 Southampton St. Roxbury, MA 02118 or to the Salvation Army, 147 Berkeley St.… Baker, William A. William A. Baker, 80, of 45 Guelphwood Rd., died Monday, Sept. 22nd, in his home after a brief illness. His wife, Wilma R. (Lindsey) Baker, died in 1993. He leaves two daughters: Sherry Bowren of Southbridge and Shelly Power and her husband Martin of Houston, TX; four grandchildren: Robert Bowren, Karen Cotton and her husband Scott, Tracy Pollone and her husband Richard and Rozlind Power; five grandchildren: Zachary Pollone, Nathan Pollone, Andrew Cotton, Cory Cotton and Dylan Cotton; and cousins. He was… Baldwin, Emanuel 'Popeye' Emanuel Baldwin of Fitchburg, Simonds Industries retiree; 64 FITCHBURG "Popeye" Emanuel Baldwin, 64, of Fitchburg, died Sunday, September 21, at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. "Popeye" was born in Columbus, GA, October 19, 1943, the son of Robert and Verse (Jones) Baldwin. He has lived in Fitchburg most of his life. He was employed at Simonds Industries for many years as a machine operator and fork lift operator and retired 4 months ago due to illness. He played semi… Barmakian, Edward C. HINGHAM Edward C. Barmakian, of Hingham, formerly of Watertown, September 22, 2008. Loving uncle of Jill and Luke Barmakian. Brother of the late Aram and Anahid Barmakian. A Memorial Service will be held at the Aram Bedrosian Funeral Home, 558 Mount Auburn St., Watertown, on Saturday, September 27 at 2 p.m. The family will gather at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00am-2pm prior to the prayer services to receive friends. Memorial gifts may be made to Martha's Vineyard Hospital, One Hospital Rd.,… Batakis, Adam V. CHICOPEE Adam V. Batakis, 84, of Chicopee, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. Born in Brockton, Dec. 17, 1923, he was a son of the late Alexander and Kazimera (Labutaite) Batakis. Adam retired as a master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force after 21 years of service. He retired from Providence Hospital in 1988 as director of food service. A member of St. Patrick's Church, Korean War Veteran's Association and the American Legion, he was looking forward to attending his 65th high school reunion with the… Bator, Antoinette : Services for Antoinette Bator will take place Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 at 9 a.m. from the TROTTIER PRINGLE FUNERAL HOME, 6 Summer St., in Adams. Followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church in Cheshire. Celebrated by the Rev. David Raymond, Pastor. Burial will follow in Bellevue Cemetery in Adams. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Donations in her memory can be made to St. Mary's Church through the funeral home., Begley, Jean BEGLEY, Jean (Folk) Age 74, of Sherborn, was called safely home after a brief illness Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 from her home. Wife of the late Arthur Patrick Begley Jr. who died in 1993. Born in Philadelphia, PA, daughter of the late Francis S. and Jean (Henderson) Folk. Mother of Linda B. Cooper of Shanghai, China, Arthur P. Begley III of Charlotte, NC and Jeffrey F. Begley and his wife Bernice of Palmer, MA. Grandmother of Timothy, Elizabeth, Abigail, Zachary, Rachel, Jacob, Hannah Begley, Christopher,… Bell, Karen A. and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral service in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central St.), HINGHAM, Saturday at 10:30 AM. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Cremation will follow. Donations in Karen's memory may be made to the, , 85 Astor Ave., Ste 2, Norwood, MA 02062. Call 1-800-Keohane or see, for directions & online condolences. Bennett, Grace Althea Grace Bennett BRAINTREE Grace Althea (Riley) Bennett, 87, of Braintree, passed away at the John Scott Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Braintree on Tuesday, September 23, 2008. She was born in Charlestown and had resided in Braintree for many years. Althea was a former secretary at The Braintree Town Hall and later was employed by the General Dynamics Corp. before becoming the personal secretary for Isadore Grossman at the Grossman Company office. She was his personal secretary for the last fifteen… Bernard, Marie Irene (LeBlanc) Marie Irene (LeBlanc) Bernard, 85, died Tuesday, September 23 at the Golden Living Center in Fitchburg. Mrs. Bernard was born in Fitchburg, April 6, 1923 a daughter of Honore' and Margaret (Arsenault) LeBlanc and had resided in Fitchburg for many years. Mrs. Bernard also lived in Winchendon and Ashburnham. Mrs. Bernard was the wife of the late Leo Paul Bernard for 52 years who died in 1995. Mrs. Bernard is survived by two sons and a daughter in law, Rene V. and Susan Bernard of Fitchburg, Alfred A.… Bevis, Marie A. BOURNE Marie A. (Akeke) Bevis, of Bourne, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital, Sept. 23, while surrounded by her family. She was age 77. Marie was born in Bridgewater and attended Bridgewater Academy. In her younger years, she worked at the Bridgewater Town Hall and Bridgewater Credit Union. Marie retired in 1990 from Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School after more than 20 years of employment as an administrative assistant. Marie enjoyed wintering in Jupiter,… Billings, Virginia A. HANSON Virginia Alice Billings, of Hanson, died Sept. 4. The family invites all to attend a memorial service to be held at the First Congregational Church, High Street, Hanson, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at 3 p.m. Please share with us your experiences as we remember our beloved Ginny. Bohdiewicz, Rosalie T. (Trzcinski) Rosalie T. (Trzcinski) Bohdiewicz, 84, of Worcester, died peacefully surrounded by her family Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at home after a short illness. She leaves her husband of 54 years, John J. Bohdiewicz, a retired Shrewsbury school principal; four children: John A. Bohdiewicz and his wife Susan of Oakham, Dr. Paul J. Bohdiewicz and his wife Ronda of Bloomfield, Michigan, Maryanne R. Sabat and her husband John of Merrimack, N.H. and Dr. Francis X.J. Bohdiewicz of Malden; four grandchildren: Sean and Andrea… Boodakian, Mrs. Leona BOODAKIAN, Leona (Topjian), and friends are kindly Invited to attend . Visiting hours at the Aram Bedrosian Funeral Home 558 Mount Auburn Street WATERTOWN on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the above named Church or the Winchester Community Music School, 407 Highland Ave.,Winchester, MA 01890-4050. Interment at Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester. Boucher, Normand D. Normand D. Boucher of Lowell Mr. Normand D. Boucher, 78, a longtime resident of the Pawtucketville section of Lowell, died September 21, 2008. Relatives and friends may call at the ROLAND W. MARTIN FUNERAL HOME 308 Pawtucket Street, Lowell on Thursday from 4 to 7 pm. ATTENDANT PARKING. Funeral Friday morning with a funeral mass to be con-celebrated at 10 o'clock in the Holy Family Parish (Ste Marie Church), Grafton St., Lowell. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. Please make memorial… Boulay, David J. and friends may call at the funeral home Friday 4-8PM. Interment Lindenwood Cemetery, Stoneham Memorial contributions may be made to the Sawtelle Family Hospice House, 320 Haverhill St. Reading, MA 01867. For obit/direc/guestbook,, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home Stoneham 781-438-0405 Breckenridge, John Robert BRECKENRIDGE, John Robert "Bob" Of Wayland and New Durham, NH died on Sept. 17, 2008 after an illness of several months. Survived by his wife of 28 years June (Harcourt) Breckenridge of Wayland. Also survived by his son John R. Breckenridge, Jr. and his wife Barbara Baskin of Oak Bluffs. Brother of Hugh Kenneth Breckenridge of Felton, DE and several nieces and nephews. Husband of the late Elizabeth (Parks) Breckenridge and brother of the late Alan James Breckenridge. Memorial Service will be held… Brennan, Norman P. Norman P. Brennan in Florida, sister in Leominster, Navy vet; 78 BONITA SPRINGS, Florida Norman Paul Brennan, Jr., 78, of Bonita Springs, Florida, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Formerly of Kettering, Ohio, Norman had been a Bonita resident since 2001. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War and graduated from Fitchburg State Teachers College in Massachusetts later receiving his Masters degree in Plastics Engineering from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. Norman became President and CEO of… Burkott, Lena Bussolari, Angelo and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Bussolari's memory to Hospice of the North Shore, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 or a charity of one's choice. For online guest book or additional information please call 978 744 0497 or visit Butler, Kenneth Kenneth Butler PLYMOUTH Kenneth Butler, age 69, died in Plymouth, at Jordan Hospital, following a long illness. He was the devoted husband of Dorothy (May) Butler of Plymouth. Born in Brockton, Sept. 23, 1939, Mr. Butler was a son of the late Wendell R. and Myrtle L. (Hood) Butler. He was educated in Whitman and was a graduate of Whitman High School, Class of 1958. He then entered the U.S. Air Force. Upon his honorable discharge, Mr. Butler worked as a milkman and sales manager for the Hood Company for over… Cain, Frank A. ARRANGEMENTS: A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 at 11 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church in Lawrence. Burial will follow in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in North Andover. Family and friends may call on Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the John Breen Memorial Funeral Home Inc., 122 Amesbury St., Lawrence. To send an online condolence or for more information, please go to Campbell, Joanne M. Joanne M. Campbell of Chelmsford Joanne M. (Larose) Campbell, 49, of Chelmsford and formerly of Lowell, died peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2008 surrounded by her family and friends. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday evening from 3 to 8 pm at the BLAKE FUNERAL HOME, 24 Worthen St., Chelmsford. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Mary's Church, Chelmsford. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Chelmsford. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the… Carey, Dale R. CAREY, Dale R. 77 of Bellingham, September 24, 2008. Husband of the late Hazel M. (Buzzell) Carey. Father of Michael & his wife Jackie of Milford, Barbara LaCroix of Bellingham, Jeanne Cimmino & her husband, Joe of Bowdoinham, ME & Brett & his wife Doreen of Fairlee, VT. Brother of Donald & his wife, Edith of Upton. Also survived by six grandchildren. Predeceased by five brothers. Funeral Saturday, September 27 at 11 a.m. in theGinley-CrowleyFuneral Home, 3 Barber St., MEDWAY. Interment… Carlson, Arthur J. Carroll, Sally A. and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 P.M. Interment New Calvary Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Boston Home, 2049 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester, MA 02124. Keaney Funeral Home 617-436-4458 Chase Sr., Thomas H. Collins, Gertrude G. COLLINS, Gertrude G. Of Melrose, formerly of Malden, September 22, 2008. Long time friend of Mary Mullen of Reading. At Gertrude's request, there will be no visiting hours. Funeral Mass in the Church of the Sacred Hearts, Main St., Malden, Friday at 10:00 a.m. All are invited to attend. Interment St. Patrick's Cemetery,Stoneham.Emmanuel College, Class of 1938. Reading teacher, Malden school system for 35 years. Arrangements Burns Funeral Home, MALDEN,781-322-0194 Coppola, Dolores G. Corsetti, Virginia and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4:30-8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to VNA Hospice, 100 Sylvan Road, Woburn, MA 01801. For online condolences visit Coughlin, Barbara M. Barbara M. Coughlin SCITUATE Barbara M. (Connolly) Coughlin left this earth surrounded by her loving husband and children at her home on September 22. Born in Boston, she grew up in So. Boston and lived in Mattapan for many years, prior to her move to Scituate 30 years ago. A devoted member of the Catholic Church, Mrs. Coughlin attended Northeastern University and was a former medical secretary at the Carney Hospital, Dorchester. She is survived by her beloved husband, of 55 years, Richard A. Coughlin of… Crowley, Paul J. WHITMAN Paul Jimmy Crowley, of Whitman, formerly of Boston, a 40 year private contractor in the Boston area, died on Saturday, September 19, 2008 at the Brigham & Womens Hospital in Boston He was 63 years of age. Born in Boston, he was raised and educated in the South End of Boston. He enjoyed golfing, boating and family gatherings. Beloved father of Paul J., Jr of So. Boston, Sean P. of Whitman, William J. of Abington and Beverly Ann Allison of Falmouth. Son of the late John and Rita Crowley. Loving… Curran, Leo F. Dannies, Nancy Harper DANNIES, Nancy Harper Of Madison, New Hampshire died on Tuesday, September 23rd at age 88. Nancy was born in Alameda, California, to Henry and Minnie Bell Crowe Harper, and was a sister to Marjorie Wilbur. Nancy was the loving wife, of 66 years, to Robert Bowen Dannies, and devoted mother to four children: Robert, Jr., Mary, John Frederick and Martha. Nancy graduated from Northfield Seminary for Girls, Northfield, Massachusetts and Moravian College, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; she was an active member of the… Desmond, Eleanor Marie DESMOND, Eleanor Marie (Murray) Of Burlington, Sept. 23. Beloved wife of the late David J. Loving mother of Kathleen Gilbo & her husband Gary of Limerick, ME, Maureen Desmond of Sanford, ME, Kerry Byrne of Billerica, and Patrice McGinness & her husband Daniel of Wilmington. Sister of Robert Murray of Tuftonboro NH, the late Evelyn Thompson and Thomas Murray. Grandmother of Patrick, Melissa, Christine, Stephanie, Stephen, Michael, Jennifer, and John. Great grandmother of Gage and Connor. Funeral from… DiGiantommaso, Barbara Jean and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours on Friday from 4-8 PM. Interment in Saint Francis Cemetery Walpole, MA. Memorial donations may be made to: Joseph DiGiantommaso Heart Research Fund, c/o Mark A. Creager, MD 75 Francis St. Boston, MA 02114. Dik, Gordon H. Gordon H. Dik of Fitchburg, active at Highland Church; 79 FITCHBURG Gordon H. Dik "God called him home" Gordon Dik, 79, graduated from this life to go on to be with His Lord on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008. He loved his family and his church family. He was born August 11, 1929, in Fitchburg, son of Newton and Muriel (Lynch) Dik. He was a lifelong active member of Highland Baptist Church where he held many offices and filled many roles; his favorites being playing the organ and singing. He was a… Dirazonian Sr., Karop "Kaydo" Donovan, Gerard C. ARRANGEMENTS: Graveside services will be Saturday, Sept. 27, at the North Parish Cemetery in Atkinson, N.H., at 11 a.m. A memorial Mass will be offered at St. James Church in Haverhill at 4 p.m. Burial in Maplewood-North Parish Cemetery, Plaistow, N.H. Donations may be made in his name to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West; Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-9924 or the Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215. Funeral arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home,… Fabiaschi, Michael Anthony FABIASCHI, Michael Anthony Of Rye Beach, NH, 53, passed away unexpectedly September 23, 2008. He was happily married to his high school sweetheart, Debra (Miller) Fabiaschi for 31 years. As president and CEO of Enterasys Networks, he was known for his charisma and commitment to positive change. In addition to his wife, Debra, he is survived by his daughters, Sarah and Abagail, their husbands, Matthew Byrnes and Kevin Wittnebert, his granddaughter, Page Wittnebert, his father, Anthony "Gino"… Fay-Hiltz, Blanche K. Blanche K. Fay-Hiltz, 85, of Worcester passed away peacefully, Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 in the University of Massachusetts surrounded by family. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. is honored to assist the family with arrangements. Ferracane, Judith A. FERRACANE, Judith A. (Anderson) Of Wakefield, Sept. 23, 2008, at age 51. Beloved wife of Mark Ferracane. Loving mother of Shawn Bedell of Reading and Michael Bedell of Wakefield. Devoted daughter of the late Alvan Anderson and Anna (Matyka) Anderson. Dear Sister of Nancy Anderson of Stoneham and Joyce Morales of Tuscon. Cherished grandmother of Aiden Michael Kenney. A Funeral Service celebrating Judith's life will be held on Friday at 12 PM in the Barile Family Funeral Home, 482 Main St., (Rte. 28)… Fiorini, Magda B. SO. WEYMOUTH Magda B. (Borgatti) Fiorini, age 92 of So. Weymouth, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away at the South Shore Hospital in So. Weymouth on Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Magda was born in Sagamore, raised and educated in Bridgewater and a resident of So. Weymouth for the past 56 years. Retired in 1985 from the Weymouth Schools as a teacher at both the Johnson and Wessagussett Schools for 33 years, prior to Weymouth 12 years in the Wellsley Jr. High School, 1 year in the Walpole Jr. High School and… Flaherty, Mary T. and friends invited visiting hours Friday 4-7. Interment Highland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in her memory to the Norwood Meals on Wheels, 135 Ellis Ave., Norwood, Mass 02062. Ginley Funeral Home, Walpole Fortini, Paul S. DUXBURY Paul Schuergens Fortini, of Duxbury, a sophomore at New York University, died Friday, Sept. 19, in a pedestrian accident in New York City. The lifelong Duxbury resident was born Aug. 2, 1989, and graduated from Duxbury High School in June of 2007. He enrolled at NYU in September of 2007 and was majoring in East Asian Studies. Paul was a beloved son of Kathleen and Kenneth Fortini; and the cherished brother of Lisa Fortini of Somerville and Kristina Fortini of London. While at Duxbury High School,… Fortini, Paul Schuergens DUXBURY Paul Schuergens Fortini of Duxbury, a sophomore at New York University, died in a pedestrian accident in New York City on Friday night, September 19. The life-long Duxbury resident was born on August 2, 1989 and graduated from Duxbury High School in June of 2007. He enrolled at NYU in September of 2007 and was majoring in East Asian Studies. Paul is the beloved son of Kathleen and Kenneth Fortini and the cherished brother of Lisa Fortini of Somerville, MA and Kristina Fortini of London, UK. While at… Fotiadis, James FOTIADIS, James Of Boston, September 24, 2008. Devoted father of Stephen & his wife Sophia and George & his wife Christina. Loving Grandfather of Vasilis, Dimitri, Persefoni and Nikos. Also survived by his sisters, Maria and Vaso. Funeral from the Faggas Funeral Home, 551 Mt. Auburn St.,WATERTOWN, MA on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at 9 am followed by Services in the Greek Orthodox Church Taxiarchae, 25 Bigelow Ave., Watertown, MA at 10am. Visiting hours on Friday 5 to 8pm at the Funeral Home.… Geary, M. Charlene PLYMOUTH M. Charlene (Dawson) Geary, of Plymouth, formerly of Rockland, died Sept. 24. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph T. Geary III; loving mother of Donna Geary Morton of Davie, Fla., Joseph T. Geary IV of Plymouth, Charles F. Geary and his wife Anoinette of Plymouth, Paula K. Kernen of Plymouth and Laura Halpin Deckel and her husband Tim of Plymouth; sister of Joseph C. Dawson of Texas; grandmother of Casey L. Morton, Dillan A. Halpin, Rebecca L. Geary, Haylee M.G. Morton, Shanlea N. Kernen,… Gentile, Rose Rose Gentile of Leominster, St. Anna member; 84 LEOMINSTER Rose (Orecchia) Gentile, 84 years old, of Leominster, died Monday, September 22, 2008, at the Golden Living Center in Fitchburg after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her son, Paul Gentile of Leominster; her sister, Beatrice Walton of Leominster; and several nieces and nephews. Her husband Americo Gentile died in 1986, and her sister Carmela Grillo died in 2001. Mrs. Gentile was born June 12, 1924 in Worcester, daughter of Nicademo and Mary… Giella, Pellegrino Grant, Lisa GRANT, Lisa Age 50 of 11 Waterman Lane, died Tuesday, September 23, in her home, after an illness. She was born March 12, 1958, in Cambridge, daughter of Eliza (Correia) and the late Fernando Medeiros. She was raised in Somerville. Mrs. Grant earned her Undergraduate and Graduate degrees from Fitchburg State College. She was a Special Education teacher at Fitchburg High School for 15 years before her illness. She was very involved with the Interact Rotary program, the Special Olympics, was a Class Advisor,… Haake, Diane D. Diane D. Haake lifelong Fitchburg resident; 52 FITCHBURG Diane D. Haake, 52, of Fitchburg, died Tuesday, September 23, at Health Alliance Leominster Hospital. Diane is survived by her mother, Dorothy (Beaulac) Ellis of Leominster; her son, Keith M. Haake of Southbridge; her brother, Scott A. Ellis of Townsend; her sisters, Kathleen D. Bygrave of Leominster, Virginia R. Ellis of Richmond, VA, and Gail M. Ellis of Leominster. Many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Her father, Maurice C. "Moe" Ellis… Harvanek, Justine L. (Skorvanek) Justine L. (Skorvanek) Harvanek, age 91, formerly of 21 Brandon Rd. died Wed. Sept. 24 at Webster Manor. She was the wife of the late John M. Harvanek Jr. who died in 2005. She leaves a son, John M. Harvanek III of North Chelmsford, MA and a daughter, Barbara A. Weiss of Thompson, CT. She had a brother and a sister who predeceased her, Michael Skorvanek Jr. of Dudley and Anne Dandurand of Webster. She also leaves 2 grandchildren and 3 great grand and 1 great great granddaughter. She was the daughter of the… Hasenstein Jr., Herman Karl Herman Karl Hasenstein, Jr., dynamic community volunteer and sportsman, of Leominster, Massachusetts died peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 31. He was 78 years old. Born in Leominster, he was the son of the late Herman Karl Hasenstein, of Hanover, Germany and Catherine (Moran) Hasenstein of Clinton, Massachusetts. Herman attended St. Leo School in Leominster and May A. Gallagher Junior High School where he met his future wife of 55 years, Joan Barbara (King) Hasenstein. He graduated from Leominster… Healey, Elizabeth A. "Betty" (Bousley) Elizabeth A. "Betty" (Bousley) Healy, 58, of Athol and formerly of Fitchburg and Orange, died Saturday morning 9/13/08, in Heywood Hospital Gardner, MA, after an illness. The Lavery Chartrand & Alario Funeral Home, 99 Summer St, Fitchburg, MA is directing the arrangements. Heckett, Margaret P. Heron, Mereen R. Hirtle, Chad HIRTLE, Chad Stephen, Loving and devoted Father, Husband, Brother, and Son of East Bridgewater, died suddenly on Sept. 23. He was age 35. Chad was born in Boston and attended East Bridgewater Schools. He graduated from New England Tech of RI with a degree in HVAC. Chad had worked for Pierce Refrigeration of West Bridgewater for over 16 years. Chad had a passion for fishing and was a member of the Standish Sportsman's Club. Chad is survived by his loving wife Barbara "Reba" (Edwards) Hirtle of… Hirtle, Chad S. Chad S. Hirtle EAST BRIDGEWATER Chad Stephen Hirtle, loving and devoted father, husband, brother and son, of East Bridgewater, died suddenly, Sept. 23. He was age 35. Chad was born in Boston and attended East Bridgewater schools. He graduated from New England Tech of Rhode Island with a degree in HVAC. Chad had worked for Pierce Refrigeration of West Bridgewater for over 16 years. Chad had a passion for fishing and was a member of the Standish Sportsman's Club. Chad is survived by his loving wife,… Honeychurch-Hood, Perry Perry Honeychurch-Hood of Lowell; 48 LOWELL Perry Honeychurch-Hood, 48, formerly Kenneth Hazzard James, died Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at his home, after a decades-long struggle with severe depression. He was the beloved husband of Tom Hood. Perry grew up in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. Travel and sailing were his passions. He moved to New England to attend college in Boston where he developed many lasting friendships. He travelled widely with Midway Airlines. Later, he worked for Harvard University… Hurley, Jean M. & friends are kindly invited to attend a Funeral Service in theLynch-CantillonFuneral Home, 263 Main St., WOBURN, on Sat, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. Calling hours Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment is private. Donations may be made in Mrs. Hurley's memory to the American Heart Assoc, 20 Speen St., Framingham,MA01701.(Obituary, directions&guestbookat, ) Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home (781) 933-0400 Hyde, Beatrice S. HYDE, Beatrice S. of Malden. Entered Eternal Rest September 24, 2008. Loving daughter of the late Abraham & Jennie Hyde. Devoted sister of Marian "Vicki" & William Kaplan and the late Morris Hyde. Beloved aunt of Deena & Paul David and Stanley & Wanda Kaplan. Adored grandaunt of Jenny, Avi, and Jonah David. Dear friend of Andra, Karl, Kassondra, and Kaitlyn Toppi. Services at the Goldman Funeral Chapel, 174 Ferry St. MALDEN, on Friday, September 26 at 1:00PM. Interment in W.… Isokungas, Tuure Olavi "Ollie" Tuure Olavi "Ollie" Isokungas, 55 of Fitchburg, died at Health Alliance Leominster Hospital. "Ollie" was born in Kannus, Finland June 20, 1953 the son of Tuure T. and Kirsti (Peitso) Isokungas and came to the United States and Fitchburg in 1963. He was employed as a carpenter by Seppala and Aho Construction Co. in New Ipswich, N.H. until his retirement in 1993 due to illness. "Ollie" loved sports, hunting, fishing and all the professional Boston teams. He loved woodworking and… Jackson, Kerry A. Kerry A. Jackson, 34, of Elaine Street, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at Hubbard Regional Hospital after being stricken ill at home. She is survived by her fiancé, Eric S. Bagdis of Webster; three children: Kylie A. Jackson, Tyler C. Bagdis, and Chloe A. Bagdis, all of Webster; her mother, Kathryn M. (Yursza) Jackson of Webster; her father, Thomas A. Jackson of Lowell; her brother, Thomas A. Jackson Jr. of Warren; three nieces, and several aunts and uncles. She was born in Worcester,… James Aranjo James Aranjo, son of the late Mary (Brouillette) Aranjo, died unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 22, at Morton Hospital. He was 70. Born in Taunton, he attended Taunton schools, and later worked as a buffer for Reed & Barton Silversmiths for over 41 years, before retiring in 2000. A life member of the B.P.O. Elks, Lodge 150, he enjoyed spending time in New Hampshire, snowmobiling and four-wheeling with his family and friends. He leaves 4 daughters, Deborah Bussiere of ME, Donna Ryan and her wife Tammy of… Joaquin 'Jack' Teixeira Joaquin ‘Jack’ Teixeira, husband of Kathleen (Rose) Teixeira, died on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd at Morton Hos pital. He was 63. Born in Terceira, Azores, he was the son of Anelce and Delfina (Soares) Teixeira. Educated in the Azores, he moved to this area in 1960 and worked as a solderer for various silver companies in the Taunton area for all of his adult life, before retiring in 2005. A communicant of St. Anthony Church, he enjoyed raising show rabbits. Besides his wife and parents, all of Taunton, he… Jules, Wolf A. and friends most kindly invited. Interment Cambridge Cemetery A. J. Spears Funeral Home Cambridge, MA 617-876-4047 Kaynor, Kenneth W. Kearns, Rosemary QUINCY Rosemary Kearns, September 23, 2008. Former wife of the late Robert F. Nolan Sr. Loving mother of Sheila Nolan of Falmouth, Siobhan Nolan of Wollaston, Rory Nolan-Reid and her husband Stephen of Wollaston, Erin Newcomb and her husband Richard of Weymouth and the late Robert F. Nolan Jr. Sister of Catherine Kearns of Cohasset, Elaine Russo of Wayland, William Kearns of Milton and the late Grace Hanley and Frances Muller. Proud Grandy of Olivia, Nolan, and Grace Geary of Falmouth, Katherine, Kristinia… Keating Jr., Paul L. "Buster" and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte.20), WALTHAM followed by a Funeral Mass in Saint Jude Church, 147 Main Street Waltham at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Waltham. Visiting hours Friday from 3-7 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Joslin Place, Boston MA 02215 For complete obituary, guestbook, and directions please visit www.joycefuneralhome Kennedy, Alistair M. Nurses, 191 Pakachoag Street, Auburn, MA 01501. For directions and an online guestbook please visit www.Royfuneral.com Kenney, Anna L. and friends may call at the Funeral Home Friday 4-8 p.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Anna's memory to the, , 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701; or American Lung Assoc. of Middlesex County, 5 Mountain Road, Burlington, MA 01803., Cota-Struzziero-McKenna 617-625-6150 Kierstead, John R. John R. Kierstead of Clinton John Robert Kierstead, age 27, of Clinton, died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, September 23, 2008. All are invited to a funeral service on Fri., Sept. 26th at 11:00 a.m. in Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 472 Mass Ave. (Rte. 111), Acton, with parking adjacent to the church at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Mass Ave. (Rte. 111), Acton. Burial will follow in Reservoir Pines Cemetery, West Boylston Street, Clinton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the… Kierstead, John Robert John Robert Kierstead, age 27, of Clinton, died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Monday, September 23, 2008. All are invited to a funeral service on Friday, September 26th at 11:00 a.m in Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 472 Mass Ave (Rte 111) Acton, with parking adjacent to the church at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Mass Ave (Rte 111) Acton. Burial will follow in Reservoir Pines Cemetery, West Boylston Street, Clinton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the Mt. Calvary… Kincaid, Carol A. Kingsbury, Elizabeth KINGSBURY, Elizabeth "Betty" 87, of Surry, NH, died Sunday. Born in Medford, MA, December 16, 1920, the daughter of Charles W. and Sarah H. (Wallingford) Alexander. She graduated from High School on the South Shore in 1938, and the nursing program at NE Baptist Hospital. She joined the U S Army Nurses Corps, 67th General Hospital of Portland, ME. During WWII she was shipped overseas to England to care for the injured from the front lines of France. She returned the Boston area hospitals after her… Kontos, Peter M. KONTOS, Peter M."Shotgun" 49, of 38 Champagne Avenue, Belmont, NH died September 22, 2008. He was born November 2, 1958 in Boston, Massachusetts, the son of Michael and Josephine (Prato) Kontos. Peter was a resident of Arlington, MA before moving to Belmont, NH eleven years ago. He was the devoted husband of Holly (Nelson) Kontos, of Belmont; the proud father of two sons, Peter Michael Kontos, Jr. of Billerica, Mass. and Jacob Scott of Concord, NH; the loving son of Josephine Kontos, of Arlington,… Kuemper, Carol SIOUX FALLS, S.D. —Carol Kuemper, 62 of Sioux Falls, died Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at the Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls, SD. Carol was born April 24, 1946, in Fall River, Massachusetts, the daughter of Harold and Isabella (Bishop) Burns. She was raised in Westport, MA., and was a 1964 graduate of Westport High School. She moved to Sioux Falls and married Charlie Kuemper on August 24, 1974, in Sioux Falls, where they have lived and raised their family. She enjoyed making crafts and watching… Kulbacki, Krzysztof Krzysztof Kulbacki, 45, of Worcester died Wednesday, September 17 in his home. He leaves his wife of ten years, Bogumila (Zagroba) Kulbacka; three sisters, Teresa Kopiczko, Elzbieta Zawistowska and Dorota Kicka, his mother, Bronislawa (Domoracka) Kulbacka and nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his father, Jozef Kulbacki. Krzysztof was born in Elk, Poland and lived in Worcester since 2002. Mr. Kulbacki was a machinist for Lewcot Corp. in Millbury. He was a member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. The… Kus', Edwin J. Lahage, Doris A.C. LAHAGE, Doris A.C. 77, of Jupiter, FL, formerly of Cohasset, died Wednesday, September 24, after a long illness. Wife of Edmund P. Lahage and daughter of the late Clement B. and Mary A. Cosgrove. Mrs. Lahage, a Cohasset High School teacher, was active in the community and in her church. Graduated first in her class from BU and received her Masters from Boston State. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Lahage is survived by 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Jean Lahage Cohen and Reuben Cohen of Manhasset, NY, Miriam… Lahage, Doris A. C. JUPITER, FL Doris A. C. Lahage, 77, of Jupiter, FL, formerly of Cohasset, died Wednesday, September 24, after a long illness. Wife of Edmund P. Lahage and daughter of the late Clement B. and Mary A. Cosgrove. Mrs. Lahage, a Cohasset High School teacher, was active in the community and in her church. Graduated first in her class from BU and received her Masters from Boston State. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Lahage is survived by 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Jean Lahage Cohen and Reuben Cohen of… Langlois, Irene A. ARRANGEMENTS: A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Conte Funeral Home, 17 Third St., North Andover. Burial will follow in Ridgewood Cemetery in North Andover. Family and friends may call on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. For directions to the funeral home or to leave the family on line condolences please visit Lawrence, Bruce D. Bruce D. Lawrence, 53, of 800 Pacific Avenue, Leominster died Friday September 12 after a period of declining health. He was employed as an Administrative Executive for Leominster businessman and philanthropist Ronald M. Ansin. For over 20 years Bruce acted as a distinguished community activist in service to countless community nonprofofit organizations in North Central Massachusetts. His latest honor was being asked to join the board of Spectrum Health Systems in Worcester. At his request, there were be no… Leonard, Linda Jean Talarico Linda Jean Talarico Leonard MEMORIAL SERVICE: Friends and relatives of Linda Jean Talarico Leonard of Oak Ridge, Tenn., formerly of Williamstown, are invited to a Memorial Service on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Southworth Street, Williamstown. Following the service, all are invited to a gathering at Sheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road, Route 7. Linda passed at home on Aug. 16, 2008. The funeral was Aug. 19 in Oak Ridge with interment on Aug. 20, at the Christianburg… Lewis, Sadie H. ABINGTON Sadie H. (Ranta) Lewis, of Abington, died Sept. 23, at age 86. She was the loving wife of Thomas J. Lewis of Abington; loving mother of Carol Hunt of Whitman and Thomas W. Lewis of Hingham; loving grandmother of Donna Pavlin of Bolton, Karen Garvey of Hanson, Sandra Salvatore of East Bridgewater and Christopher Lewis of Hingham. Also survived by six great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Quealy and Son Funeral Home, 116 Adams St., Abington, Monday, Sept. 29, at 8 a.m.,… Lolos, George N. Lorusso, Evelyn M. BRAINTREE Evelyn M. (Morse) Lorusso, 80, of Braintree, died September 23, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. Born in Braintree, she had been a lifelong resident of the town and was a member of the Ladies Lodge Braintree Sons of Italy. Beloved wife of the late Michael A. Lorusso. Loving mother of Michael A. of Wrentham, Albert of Hanover, Steven of Pembroke and the late Richard Lorusso. Sister of Albert Morse of California and Edith Thistle of Alaska. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 1… MacAlister, Jacqueline M. Jacqueline M. MacAlister, 32, of Main Street, died Monday, September 22, in her home. She leaves two sons, Michael and Giovanni; her mother, Kathleen Bolduc of Charlton; a brother, Justin MacAlister of Southbridge; her grandfather, Russell Daniels of Sturbridge; an aunt, Diane McClintock, and two cousins, Wayne and Kalie McClintock. A private graveside service will be held in Mooreland Cemetery, Paxton. The Belanger-Bullard Funeral Home is directing arrangements. An online guestbook for Jacqueline is… Madi, Gyula and friends respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn. 311 Arsenal St. Watertown, MA 02472. Mr. Madi retired from the US Army as a MSGT after 22 years of service including the Korean and Vietnam wars. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery, Wakefield. Maille, Estelle "Snookie" may call at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT, on Friday from 5 until 8 PM. Her funeral will be held from the funeral home on Saturday at 9 A.M., followed by her Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10 AM at Holy Family Parish (formerly St. Marie Parish), 122 Grafton St., in Lowell. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Trustees of Boston University School of Medicine, Pulmonary Center, Rm 304, 715 Albany St., Boston, MA 02118. For online… Maliff, Janice M. (Senior) hours will be Friday, September 26 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 1 W. Boylston St., W. Boylston. The full obituary will appear in Friday's paper. Malvey, Wilfred C. and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday, 3-7 PM. Donations in his memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445. Interment Westview Cemetery, Lexington. Douglass Funeral Home Lexington 781-862-1800 Manley, Diana C. WEYMOUTH Diana C. (Ricci) Manley, of Weymouth, formerly of Marshfield and Scituate, September 22, at the age of 63. Dear mother of Paula Manley of Marshfield, Patricia Matthews of St. Louis, MO, and Christine Manley of Lincoln, ME. Loving grandmother of Jay Matthews. Diana was born in Quincy, graduated from Quincy High School and Quincy Jr. College. She was a Paralegal for Boston Legal Services. Diana enjoyed long walks on the beach. A Family service will be held at a later time. Contributions in Dianas… Mary Enos Mary (Lopes) Enos, a resident of Taunton for most of her life and also of Norton, died suddenly on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Morton Hospital and Medical Center. She was 91 years of age. She was the wife of the late James Enos. She was born in E. Norton, daughter of the late Bartholomew and Escolastica (Baptista) Lopes. Mrs. Enos was a long time resident of E. Water Street, Taunton. She worked for the Bellavance Co. in Attleboro for 25 years; also for the Copper Craft Co. and Taunton Mills. Mary also… Masci, Jeanne E. McAndrew, Katherine R. BRAINTREE Katherine R. (McGovern) McAndrew, 90 years old, of Braintree, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 in Braintree after a brief illness. Beloved wife of the late Richard T. McAndrew. Devoted mother of Thomas J. McAndrew and his wife Joan of West Bridgewater, Joseph G. McAndrew of Braintree, William A. McAndrew and his wife Maureen of Methuen, Ann M. Lindley and her husband Woody of Nantucket, David P. McAndrew of CT, Catherine E. Fornasaro and her husband John of Marstons Mills, the late Richard T.… McCarthy, A. William McCARTHY, A. William "Bill" 48, of Englewood FL, formerly of Braintree and Marblehead MA died suddenly September 22, 2008. Survivors include his loving wife, Virginia, parents, Arthur and Peggy McCarthy of Venice FL, brother Brian Dorgan McCarthy and wife Madeline of Hingham MA, brother Brennan and wife Paige of Sarasota FL. Bill was employed by Ameri-Life/Interstate First Financial of Venice. Donations may be made in Bill's name to American Heart Assoc., P.O.Box 840692 Dallas TX 75284. McCarthy, J. Leo and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday from 4:00 - 7:00pm. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sherrill House (, donate.php). Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home 617-323-5600 McPhee-Nelson, Maureen MCPHEE-NELSON, Maureen Ann Age 54, passed away at her home in Los Osos, CA. Moe was born September 26, 1953 in Massachusetts and moved from Malden to Lake Tahoe in 1982 where she met her late husband, Boyd Nelson. Moe and Boyd moved to Los Osos in 1992 after being married and rebuilding their dream home. Moe was a Registered Nurse since graduating from Boston University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Moe enjoyed skiing, sailing, cooking, and planting her flowers. She also enjoyed… Mello, Martha L. Martha L. Mello LAKE VILLAGE, AR Martha L. (Maynard) of Lake Village, AR formerly of Norwell, September 21, 2008. Beloved wife of Augustine L. Mello of Lake Village, AR formerly of Norwell. Loving mother of Janet (Mello) Conte and her husband Thomas of Lake Village, AR and Walter M. Mello and his wife Felicia of Medfield. Devoted grandmother of Abigail (Conte) Shattuck and her husband Adam of Birmingham, AL, Christopher Conte and his wife Emily of Mobile, AL, Walter M. Mello, Jr. and his wife Susan of New… Meloon, Sean M. and friends invited. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Buddy Dog Humane Society, P.O. Box 296, Sudbury, MA 01776. Online condolences at Miranda, Everett WAREHAM Everett Miranda, 81, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the Forestview Nursing Home in Wareham. He was the husband of Ann B. (Gilmore) Miranda. Born in East Providence, R.I., a son of the late Manuel and Mary (Rezendes) Miranda, Mr. Miranda lived in Brockton for many years. He moved to Onset in 1988. Mr. Miranda was service manager for Brockton Ice and Coal for many years and then was general manager for Quincy Oil Co. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Lions Club and the Wareham Lodge of Elks… Mitchell, Richard H. and friends are kindly invited to attend calling hours on Saturday, September 27, from 11 AM to1 PM at the Sharon Evangelical Baptist Church, 152 South Main St. in Sharon. A funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours. Interment to follow at Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton. To light a candle in his memory please visit the funeralhomewebsiteat www.robertsandsonsfuneral. com. For additional information please call the Roberts & Sons Funeral Home in Foxborough at 508-543-5471.… Modigliani, Serena MODIGLIANI, Serena (Calabi) Of Cambridge, formerly of Belmont on Wednesday, September 24, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Franco. Devoted mother of Andre Modigliani of Ann Arbor, MI and Sergio Modigliani of Brookline. Loving grandmother of Leah, Julia, David and Amelia and great grandmother of Micaela, Sophia, Serena and Chiara. Dear aunt of Enrico Modigliani and Paola Fano of Rome. Family and friends will be welcome at her late residence on Friday 7-9pm. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday at her… Moskow, Kenneth A. MOSKOW, Kenneth A. Age 48 years of Concord, died unexpectedly at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on Friday, September 19, 2008. Beloved husband of Shelagh (Lafferty) Moskow. Loving father of Samantha, Michaela and Jack. Cherished son of Michael & Donna (Melnick) Moskow of Newton. His siblings include his twin brother, Keith Moskow of Cohasset, Cliff Moskow of Concord and Carla Moskow of Malindi, Kenya. Funeral services at the Memorial Church at Harvard University, One Harvard Yard, Cambridge on Friday,… Murphy, Richard F. "Dick" Richard 'Dick' F. Murphy Westminster businessman; 71 WESTMINSTER Richard "Dick" F. Murphy, 71, died Monday, September 22, 2008, at Leominster Hospital, after a brief illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Jeannine (Nault) Murphy. He is also survived by his family: three sons, Michael F. and his wife, Lynn of Westminster, Sean and his wife, Michelle, Richard J. Murphy; and a daughter, Kathleen (Murphy) Hawkins, all of Leominster; his grandchildren, Loriann Hawkins, Jasmine… Nguyen, V. Tue and friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours Thursday & Friday 5 - 8:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Interment St. Michael's Cemetery, Roslindale. Online Guestbook, condolences and directions are available. O'Donnell & Mulry Funeral Home 617-436-4261 Nutter, Paul W. Paul W. Nutter of Lowell Paul W. Nutter, age 45, of Lowell. Relatives and friends may call at the McKENNA-OUELLETTE FUNERAL HOME, 327 Hildreth Street, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM on Thursday. Relatives and friends will gather at the Funeral Home on Friday morning at 9:30 AM followed by committal prayers at 11 AM in St. Mary Cemetery, Tewksbury. For directions or condolences, please visit www.mckennaouellette.com O'Hea, Marie T. and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10 A.M in St. John the Baptist Church, Quincy. Visiting hours Friday from 6-8 pm in the Lydon Chapel For Funerals, 644 Hancock St., QUINCY. Interment Mt. Benedict Cemetery, Boston. For directions please visit O'Loughlin, Joanne R. (Rooney) O'LOUGHLIN, Joanne R. (Rooney) Of Lincoln, suddenly Sept. 24. Beloved wife of John M. O'Loughlin, MD. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8PM. Complete notice to follow. George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley - 781-235-4100 Para, Ferdinand Pendleton, Edward N. EDINBURG, Texas Edward N. Pendleton, of Edinburg, Texas, formerly of Waltham, died Aug. 4, 2008. Complete notice to follow on Friday. The Brasco & Sons Memorial Chapels, Waltham, will be assisting the family with arrangements. Percuoco, Cosmo T. service will be celebrated on Friday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. at the Grace Baptist Church, 353 River Road, Hudson. Burial will follow in the Forestvale Cemetery, Hudson. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc. www.tighehamilton.com, 50 Central St., Hudson. Donations in memory of Mr. Percuoco may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Hudson, 21 Church St., Hudson, MA 01749. Perry, Agatha (Gouthro) Pigeon, Robert J. will be Friday evening only 4:30 to 7:30 PM at Rock Funeral Home. His funeral will be Saturday 8 AM from the funeral home followed by his Funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Church at 9 AM. In accordance with his wishes, cremation will follow. Porter, Robert Prinsen, Ruth M. Ruth M. Prinsen 60-year Sterling Resident; 91 STERLING Ruth M. (Barrett) Prinsen, 91, of Redstone Place, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008, in Sterling Healthcare, after an illness. Her husband, Eugene L. Prinsen, died in 1963. She leaves four sons, Robert Prinsen of Fitchburg, Ralph Prinsen of Leominster, Wayne Prinsen of Spencer, and Allen Prinsen of Worcester; two daughters, Joyce Shepardson of Sterling, and Cindi Johnson of Greenfield; 16 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.… Prinsen, Ruth M. (Barrett) Ruth M. (Barrett) Prinsen, 91, of Redstone Place, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 in Sterling Healthcare after an illness. Her husband, Eugene L. Prinsen, died in 1963. She leaves four sons, Robert Prinsen of Fitchburg, Ralph Prinsen of Leominster, Wayne Prinsen of Spencer and Allen Prinsen of Worcester; two daughters, Joyce Shepardson of Sterling and Cindi Johnson of Greenfield; 16 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her son, Lester Prinsen, and two… Rampino, Donna F. and friends are cordially invited to attend her Funeral on Saturday at 10 AM in the Bethany Congregational Church, 18 Spear St., Quincy. Visiting hours Friday from 4-7 PM at the Hamel, Wickens & Troupe Funeral Home, 26 Adams St., QUINCY CENTER. Interment private. Donations in her memory may be made to Bethany Congregational Church Memorial Fund, 18 Spear St., Quincy, MA 02169. Rego, Armando C. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 27, at 9 a.m., in Saint Michaels Church, 21 Manning St., Hudson. Burial will follow in Saint Michaels Cemetery, Hudson. Calling hours will be held on Friday, Sept. 26, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc., 50 Central St., Hudson (www.tighehamilton.com). Reis, Raul REIS, Raul Born in Santos, Brazil, formerly of Cambridge & Arlington, a resident of Waltham for the past 45 years, died Sept. 23, 2008 at his home. He leaves his wife of 50 years, Maria (Rivas); a son Frank & his wife Joan of Acton, & their two daughters Charron & Christina. Also survived by 4 sisters, & many nephews & nieces. Visiting hours & a Funeral Mass are planned & will be announced. Please call Acton Funeral Home for updated information at 978-263-5333. In lieu of… Rizzo, Marianna A. and friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. For directions, obituary and guestbook:, . Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781 396 9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington Rose L. Constantine In Taunton, September 7, 2008 Rose L. (Lesniak) Constantine died after a brief illness at the age of 99. Rose was the wife of the late Joseph Constantine. She was born in Taunton to her late parents William & Apolonia (Sypek) Lesniak. Rose was educated in Taunton schools and has lived most of her life in Taunton. She was employed at the former Lucey Shoe Co. in Bridgewater. Rose enjoyed sewing, knitting and being with her family. Rose was the mother of the late Ronald Lesniak. She is survived by her… Rotstein, Jack ROTSTEIN, Jack Formerly of Revere and Malden. Entered Eternal Rest on September 23, 2008. Mr. Rotstein and his late wife Tillie (Unglick) were Holocaust survivors. Beloved father of Menachem & his wife Nechama Rotstein and Koby Rotstein & his wife Tina Aronson. Cherished grandfather of Miya, Netta, Nogah, Mirit, Elliot, and Naomi. Services at Beth Israel Cemetery Main St.-Route 28 North Reading on Thursday September 25 at 11:00 AM. Due to the Rosh Hashanah holiday, Shiva will be observed at the… Ruane, Stephen M. and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 5-8 p.m. Interment with Military Honors will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Waltham. Expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the Shiners Burns Institute, 51 Blossom St. Boston, MA 02114. Information available at, . Parking attendants on duty. Brasco and Sons Memorial Waltham 781-893-6260 Sawyer, Dorothy Mary and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday from 5:00 - 8:00 P.M. Interment, Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Scaperotti, Annette Marie and friends are respectfully invited to attend a funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Broadway, Everett, Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Friday from 4-8 p.m. Interment Private. Please omit flowers. Late Inspector of Weights and Measures, City of Everett and member of the Madonna Del Soccorso Society of the North End. Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home Everett 617-387-3120 Schacter, Dr. Bernice Zeldin SCHACTER, Dr. Bernice Zeldin Formerly of Boston and Cambridge, died at home on September 21, 2008 after an extended illness. Born in 1943, Bernice, the daughter of Dr. Aaron and Mrs. Jenny Zeldin, earned her AB from Bryn Mawr College and a PhD in Biology from Brandeis University. After postdoctoral work at the Lawrence Radiation Lab in California and the University of Miami, she held faculty positions at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Wesleyan University, The University of Delaware and the… Schreiner, John and Margarete Seitz, Robert D. Robert D. Seitz HINGHAM Robert D. Seitz, of Hingham, formerly of Quincy, 92 years old, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Radius Specialty Hospital in the Quincy Medical Center after a brief illness. Mr. Seitz was born in Worcester, and he was raised and educated in New Jersey schools. He graduated from North Quincy High School, Class of 1934. He was a member of the first graduating class. He lived in Quincy for most of his life before moving to Hingham. He was employed as a Supervisor for the Otis… Shack, Lucille (Gentile) Lucille G. (Gentile) Shack, 85, died at the Jewish Healthcare Center on Sunday, September 21st after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. She was the devoted wife of 43 years of Albert Shack who died in 1997. She leaves her daughter Janet, wife of Norman Sussman of Southborough; a sister, Janet Turturo of Alpharetta, GA, formerly of Shrewsbury and her grandchildren, Jordanna and Drew Sussman. She was born in Worcester and was a daughter of Carlo and Constance Gentile. She was an avid golfer and card… Shaw Jr., William J. & friends invited. Visiting hours, Friday 3-8 PM. Memorial Contributions may be made in William's name to, , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 or Charity of One's Choice. Interment, Fox Hill Cemetery. Sheperd, Ronald E. Ronald E. Sheperd, 64, of Warrenton, MO, formerly of Charlton, died Thursday, September 18, 2008 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO, following a courageous battle with heart disease. He leaves his wife, Sharon Sheperd of Warrenton, MO and his beloved dog, Tigger; three sons, Scott Sheperd and his wife Beth of Arlington, TX, Ronald Sheperd of Charlton and Timothy Sheperd and his wife Angela of Wheelwright; a daughter, Laurie (Sheperd) Nowosadko and her husband Mark of Dudley, and the mother of his… Sister Grace Martin Sister Grace Martin, for merly Sister Paul Dolores, a resident of Country Gardens Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation Center in Swansea, MA died there on September 23 at the age of seventy-five after a long illness. The daughter of the late Thomas and Juliana (Nadeau) Martin, she was born in Taunton, MA. In addition to her Holy Union Sisters, she is survived by her brothers Thomas and William. Her sister, Dorothy Martin Sherry preceded her in death. Sister Grace graduated from Immaculate Conception School and… Smith, Dorothy D. MARION —Dorothy D. (Dexter) Smith, 91, of Marion, died Thursday, September 18, 2008, at Sippican Healthcare Center in Marion. She was the wife of the late Robert E. Smith and daughter of the late Charles and Julia (Baker) Dexter. Mrs. Smith was born, raised and a lifelong resident of Marion. She was a graduate of Wareham High School. Mrs. Smith had been employed at Sippican School in Marion as Cafeteria Manager retiring in 1979 after 30 years of employment. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles,… Smith IV, Thomas J. BRIDGEWATER Thomas J. Smith IV, of Bridgewater, died peacefully, at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center, Sept. 23. He was age 57. He was the loving companion of Penny C. Witcher of Bridgewater; loving father of Brian T. Smith of Bridgewater; brother of Candace Gagnon and Steven Smith, both of Florida, Dennis Smith of Leominster, Mark Smith of Weymouth, Lisa Stevens of Whitman, Kelly Herbert of New Bedford, Diane Vilk of Cape Cod and the late Martin Smith; son of Thomas J. Smith III and Doris (Johnson)… Smuk, John I. Sokolowski, Anna T. Anna T. Sokolowski 67 year Dracut resident; 91 DRACUT Anna T. (Kulakowski) Sokolowski, 91, a resident of Dracut for more than 67 years, died peacefully Monday September 22, 2008, at a local nursing home. She was the wife of the late Michael Sokolowski, who died in 2002, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage. She was born in Lowell on February 25, 1917, a daughter of the late Michael and Antonia (Novick) Kulakowski, and attended local schools. Mrs. Sokolowski was employed for 30 years at the former… Sowuleski, Laura Louise Sparrow, M. Rita M. Rita Sparrow PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA Mary Rita Sparrow, 93 passed away on September 20, 2008 in Port St. Lucie, Florida, surrounded by her loving family. Prior to moving to Florida, Rita was a longtime resident of Hingham, MA. She was predeceased by her husband William Wayne Sparrow and son Richard Sparrow. Both were Boston Fire Fighters. She is survived by six daughters, Rita McDonald of Port St. Lucie, FL, Nancy Driscoll of Jensen Beach, FL and Saco, ME, Judith Sparrow of Westford, MA, Dorothea Sparrow… Sperounis, Nicholas S. Nicholas S. Sperounis One of the original "Ironmen" DRACUT Nicholas S. "Nick" Sperounis, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Lowell General Hospital, after a brief illness, aged 92 years. A resident of Dracut. Beloved husband of Mary (Angelus) Sperounis for over 66 years. He was born in Lowell, June 23, 1916, the son of the late Kostas and Ioanna (Anninos) Sperounis. He resided most of his life in Dracut were he received his early education, graduating from Dracut High School with the Class… Staples, Martha L. and friends respectfully invited. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery. For directions and messages of condolence, Sullivan Jr., Wilmerth P. "Sully" invited. Interment Tyngsboro Memorial Cemetery. Funeral Director Walter F. Bayliss, Jr., www.morsebaylissfuneralhome.com Symmes, Esther Dorothy SYMMES, Esther Dorothy (Hedberg) Age 86, of Medfield, formerly of Framingham,September24, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Donald F. Symmes and Thomas Shine. Loving mother of Marilyn S. Fontecchio and husband Kenneth of Medfield, Robert A. Symmes of Framingham, Ronald D. Symmes and wife Francesca of Manhattan Beach, CA, and Nancy C. Bourassa and husband David of Laconia,NH.Dearsisterof Robert Hedberg and wife Jeanne of Holliston, Florence Anderson and husband Theodore of Colorado, Ernest Hedberg of Florida,… Tall, Ella TALL, Ella On September 24, 2008 at the age of 62. Wife of Geoffrey Gallant. Sister of Sylvia Mattson of Stockholm, ME; Carolyn Drugge of Chesterville, ME; Marion Buss of Big Rapids, MI and Alice Noyes of Avon, CT. Stepmother of Danielle Guimaraes of Canaan, NH. Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Residence: Foxboro. Visitation on Friday from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue (exit 5 off I-95 N or S, go right at end of ramp, ¾ mile on left), NORTH ATTLEBORO. Funeral Service… Thayer, Gladys M. THAYER, Gladys M. (Hatch) 92 years of age of Hingham formerly of Scituate and Braintree September 22, 2008. Wife of the last Howard Saville Thayer to whom she had been married to for 68 years. Mother of Carol Thayer Cantrell of Fort Worth, Texas, Sister of Robert Hatch of CA. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Private Funeral Service at the Mortimer N. Peck - Russell Peck Funeral Home 516 Washington Street BRAINTREE on Friday at 11:00 am. If desired memorial donations may be sent to the… Tierney, Doris and friends invited. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, Salem. Visiting hours Friday from 4 to 7 P.M. On line guestbook at, Expressions of sympathy may be made in Doris' memory to the Michael A. Tierney Scholarship Fund, C/O Salem High School, 77 Wilson St., Salem, MA. 01970. O'Donnell Funeral Service Salem & Danvers 978-744-2350 Tousignant, Patricia A. Tousignant, Patricia A. (Brunell) Patricia A. (Brunell) Tousignant, 58, of 524 Old West Warren Rd. passed away on Tuesday at her home. She leaves her husband of 36 years, Richard Tousignant. She was predeceased by a brother Ronald. She was born in Ware daughter of Emmett and Rita (Elie) Brunell and was a lifelong Warren resident. She was a graduate of Warren High School and STCC. She worked as a communications technician for Verizon Business. She was a communicant of St. Thomas Aquinas Church. An avid Patriots fan she attended several home… Untitled ALBANY, N.Y. - Ned Harkness, who coached NCAA hockey and lacrosse championship teams, died Friday. He was 89. ... Verrill, Loa VERRILL, Loa (Gayhart) OfBrockton,formerlyofEast Boston, September 22. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence Verrill. Loving mother of Joseph Poirier and his wife Louise, Joyce Vaccaro and husband Vincent all of East Boston, Raymond Poirier and hiswifePatriciaofNatick, Lawrence Verrill and his wife Karen of Revere and the late John Poirier, Mother in law of Mary Poirier of Holbrook. Cherished grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of… WALTER H. SHAFFER EXETER, N.H. — Walter H. Shaffer, 88, died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the Exeter Hospital. He was born on October 18, 1919 in East Templeton, Mass., the son of the late Alva T. Shaffer and Henrietta S. Sign In To Read Full Story Wilfert, Eleanor WILFERT, Eleanor (Miller) Of Lincoln, Sept. 23, beloved wife of 54 years of the late Fred J. Wilfert. Mother of John "Bud" Wilfert and his wife Judith Beatteay Wilfert of Boxborough, Richard "Rick" Wilfert and his wife Janet Brooks Wilfert of Sanpoint, ID and Karen Ann Coye and her husband David Coye of Naples, ME. Grandmother of Kristofer and Jessica Wilfert and Buster and Emily Coye. Also survived by her close cousins Evelyn and Florrie and many other family members. Funeral service… Woekel, Loretta ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends may call on Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 9 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Loretta's memory to the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veteran's Hospital, 200 Springs St., Alzheimer's Unit 62A, Bedford, MA 01730 or the M.S.P.C.A., 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844. Please visit our… Wolf, Barbara Frances WEYMOUTH Barbara Frances (Byrne) Wolf a lifelong resident of Weymouth died Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. She was 73 years of age. Among her interests, she had a passion for antiquing. Beloved wife of the late Robert I. Wolf. Former of wife of the late Robert K. Connolly. Devoted mother of R. Edward Connolly and his wife Dorene of Seaford, VA. and the late Sheilah A. Connolly. Loving grandmother of Kira Bertrand and Alisa Connolly. Great-grandmother of Summer Bertrand.… Woodis Jr., Roger S. NEW PORTLAND, Maine —Roger Steven Woodis, Jr., 30, passed away suddenly, July 6, 2008, in Maine. He was the husband of Bobbie Dickson of Maine for 10 years. Born July 11, 1977, in New Bedford, MA, he was the son of Roger S. Woodis, Sr. and Lea Charpentier. A 1995 graduate of New Bedford High School, he joined the Army in 1997, where he proudly served his country for five years. Roger, an outdoorsman, loved his wife and family, his Country and Maine. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by… Worthy Sr., Edwin WORTHY, Edwin Sr. Passed away on Sept. 22, 2008, after being in declining health. Born on June 10, 1923, to the late Pete Worthy & Frances (Green) Worthy. He worked as a Settlement Data Processor for Shawmut Bank of Boston & continued working when it became Fleet Bank until he retired in 2000. He was a WW II Vet. of the US Navy, discharged in 1945. Edwin Worthy Sr. leaves to cherish his memory a loving & devoted family: wife: Christina Worthy, Sons: Edwin Worthy Jr. (Jacqueline), and Jeffrey…

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