| may call at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT, on Saturday from 9 until 11 AM, followed by her Funeral Service at 11 AM at the funeral home. Interment in Tyngsboro Memorial Cemetery in Tyngsboro. Those who wish may make donations in her name to St. Casimir Church, 268 Lakeview Ave., Lowell, MA 01850. For online condolences and directions visit dracutfuneralhome.com Barrett, Dorothy Pearl (Selig) and friends are kindly invited to attend a Memorial Mass in St. Columbkille Church, 321 Market St., Brighton, Friday, November 14 at 9 a.m. Retired Supervisor Verizon Phone Co. If desired, donations in memory of Dorothy to The Hazel K. Goddess Fund for Stroke Research in Women, 785 Park Ave., New York, NY 10021-3552, would be appreciated. For Guest book, please visit, Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617-782-1000 ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a memorial funeral service on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. at the Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. For directions and condolences, please visit our online Web site and guestbook at BEATON, Daniel F. Of Chestnut Hill, November 12. Beloved companion of Gladys Rabinovitz. Devoted brother of John Beaton of Weymouth and Ruth Messenheimer of Ft. Myers, FL. Dear uncle of Kathy & Bob Messenheimer, Karen, Jeff & Elizabeth Ward and Michael & Tina Beaton. Late Retired Accountant for the Mass Dept. of Higher Educaton & WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran. Remembrances in his name may be made to the Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02447. Services will be private.… Beaulieu, Charise P. (Beauchamp) Charise P. (Beauchamp) Beaulieu, 78, of Gardner died Tues., Nov 11. at the Hermitage Nursing Center in Worcester. She leaves a son, Marc P. Beaulieu of West Boylston; a sister, Annie Cragen of Leominster. A brother, George Beauchamp, predeceased her. She was born in Fitchburg, daughter of Alfred and Anita (Turigney) Beauchamp. Charise was an accountant for the State of Massachusetts, prior to retiring. The funeral service and burial are private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements in the care… James A. Belcher of Leominster, Korean War vet; 79 LEOMINSTER James A. Belcher, 79, of Leominster, died Friday, November 7, 2008, in Health Alliance Leominster Hospital. He was born on August 5, 1929 in Kansas City, Kansas. Mr. Belcher was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He worked for Georgia Pacific Co. of Leominster, as a shipping supervisor. He is survived by his son, James M. Belcher of Leominster; his former daughter-in-law, Heather Swaine of Leominster; three grandchildren, Alyssa… & friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4 thru 8. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. For directions, obit & guestbook, Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington BOYAGES, E. Peter 87, of Arlington formerly of Belmont, November 10, 2008. Husband of the late Helen (Eleftherion) Boyage. Devoted father of Garrie Reilly and her husband Paul and his late son James Boyages. Loving Grandfather of Alexandra and Christopher Reilly. Funeral from the Faggas Funeral Home, 551 Mt. Auburn St., WATERTOWN, MA on Sat. at 9:30am followed by Services in the Greek Orthodox Church Taxiarchae, 25 Bigelow Ave., Watertown at 10:30am. Visiting hours on Friday 4:30 to 7:30pm. Expressions of… Breitmaier, Elizabeth Ann (Maher) and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 5 - 8 PM. Donations in her memory may be made to the Leukemia Research Foundation, 3520 Lake Ave., Suite 202, Wilmette, IL 60091. Interment Westview Cemetery, Lexington. Douglass Funeral Home Lexington 781-862-1800 NEW BEDFORD —Raymond J. Brisson, 62, of New Bedford, died November 8, 2008, unexpectedly at home. Born in New Bedford, the son of the late Philias and Alice (Champigny) Brisson, he lived in New Bedford all of his life. He enjoyed attending Cape Way Adult Day Care, arts and crafts, bingo and music. Survivors include his sister, Irene Blier and her husband, Henry of Punta Gorda, FL; his twin brother, Robert Brisson and his wife, Jacqueline of Dartmouth; several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the… BROWNELL, Gordon L., PhD Died November 11, 2008 at his home in Salem. A Veteran of WW II, he served in the Navy Research Group to develop acoustic devices to detect deep sea mines. He was Professor Emeritus in Dept. of Nuclear Engineering at MIT and Honorary Physicist in the Dept. of Radiology at MGH. He is survived by his wife Anna-Liisa (Pranni) Brownell, 6 children: Wendy L. Silverman of Needham, Peter G. Brownell of Marlboro, David L. Brownell of Medway, James K. Brownell of Waltham. Piia J. DiMeco of… Frederick Buckley retired Lowell High School custodian; 72 LOWELL Frederick Buckley, of Lowell, died November 11, 2008, at the Lowell General Hospital. He was the husband of Marguerite "Margo" (Linehan) Buckley with whom he would have celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on June 25, 2009. Born in Lowell, MA, on May 6, 1936, the son of the late Frederick and Mary (Graham) Buckley He was a graduate of Lowell High School with the class of 1954. He served with the U.S. Navy Reserves in the late… BURCHILL, Richard O. 61 , of Sagamore Beach, died suddenly on November 9, 2008. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late William and Mary Burchill. He attended Westmar College in Lemar, IA & the New School in New York City. He taught school in Boston before moving to Cape Cod, where he was involved in Real Estate & small business ventures. He was an avid reader, and enjoyed good conversation. He is survived by his siblings: Mary Sheehan, Joan Connors, William Burchill, Samuel Burchill and Virginia… BUTERA, Santo A. Of Brighton, Nov. 11, 2008. Husband of Mary L. (Costanza). Father of Diane Nozawa of Hawaii, John of Norfolk, Joan of Medfield & Paul of Newton. Brother of Marie Butera of Newton,SaIly Lucente of Brighton & Celia O'Toole of Newton. Also survived by 6 grandchildren. Funeral from The McNamara Funeral Home, 460 Washington Street (At Lake St.) BRIGHTON, Saturday at 8 AM. Funeral Mass in Saint Columbkille's Church, 321 Market St., Brighton at 9 AM. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM.… CAREY, Mary B. (Berry) 95, of South Boston, Nov. 11, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Henry J. Carey. Loving mother of Gerard and his wife Evelyn Carey of Natick. Cherished grandmother of David and his wife Susan Carey of Acton, Michael and his wife Maria Carey of Natick and Sean and his wife Adriana Carey of Natick. Dear great-grandmother of Alanna, Siobhan, Gabriela and Sophia. Devoted sister of the late Margaret Berry. Funeral Mass in St. Augustine's Cemetery Chapel,181 Dorchester St., South Boston… Casinelli, Carolina (Venditti) CASINELLI, Carolina (Venditti) Of Plymouth, November 10, 2008. Beloved wife of Francesco Casinelli. Devoted mother of Fred Casinelli and his wife Patricia, and their children: David Casinelli and his wife Brittney, Lisa Marsh and her husband Steve, and Daniel Casinelli. Devoted mother of Arthur Casinelli and his wife Mary, and their children Paul, Jacleen, and Peter Casinelli. Dear sister of: Cleto Venditti, and his wife Immacolata, and Antoinette Torti and her husband Adriano. Great-Grandmother of Mia… CHIEPPO, Rose M. (Pinto) Of Somerville, formerly of Revere on November 11, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Chieppo. Devoted mother of Elizabeth Casazzo and her husband John, Marie Reid and her husband Allen. Cherished grandmother of Donna and Gerardo Grieco, John and Jeanne Casazzo, James and Joanne Sauro, Charles and Kay Sauro, Corinne Casazza and Keith and Tiffany Sauro. Also surived by her great-grandchildren; Carla Grieco, Gina Casazza, Andrew, Evan, Stephanie and Vincent Sauro. Funeral in the… Cibella, Patricia "Patsi" (Wolf) CIBELLA, Patricia "Patsi" (Wolf) Age 73, of Sarasota, FL and Needham, MA on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 with all her family by her side. Beloved wife of Ross M. Cibella. Loving mother of Roger Cibella & David Baron, Debra & Stanley Walker, Jill & Toshiro Shirai and Heidi Werther & Jay Lasky. Loving grandmother of Jeremy Werther, Adam Werther and Mimi Shirai. Patsi was a woman of dignity, class, grace and courage. She was creative, had an esthetic eye and set trends her entire life.… Edward M. Clough PLYMOUTH Edward M. Ted Clough, 67, lifelong resident of Plymouth, died early Tuesday, November 11, 2008 from complications following surgery. He was the husband of Elizabeth Betty Searles Clough, son of the late Charlotte E. and Edward M. Clough, Sr. Retired in August from a 45-year career with Verizon, Ted quickly became a devoted volunteer for Habitat for Humanity. Ever productive and filled with the need to help others, he also worked with the Coalition for the Homeless. He was a member… COHEN, Joseph H., Jr. 88, of Newton Highlands, passed peacefully on November 4, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Valeria N. Cohen. Devoted father of Dr. Joseph H. Cohen III and his wife Elizabeth of Holden. Loving grandfather of Kathleen and Joseph H. Cohen IV. Brother of Nan Sawyer of Portland, ME and the late Ira Cohen. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial reception at Boston Marriott Newton on Monday, Nov. 17 at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of… and friends are kindly invited. Member LAOH, Div. 14, Watertown. Memorial contributions may be made to Rosie's Place, 889 Harrison Ave., Boston,MA02118. For further information please visit MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald CONNER, Ulis 60 years old, of Framingham, MA formerly of New York on November 9. Loving father of Amy Brannigan and her partner Coco. Loving grandfather of Chula and Nayzaya. He is also survived by his companion of ten years, Carole Freeman and her children. He was an avid fisherman and worked as an auto detailer for many years in the Framingham area. His friends number in the 100s and will dearly miss him. A memorial service will be held at 12 o'clock Saturday, November 15 at John Everett Funeral Home,… and friends are invited to attend calling hours at the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.), SOMERVILLE, Thursday 4-8. Funeral Services Private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Angelo's memory to the , 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. U.S. Army Veteran. For more information, visit: Dorothy E. Coviello of Lowell; 87 LOWELL Dorothy E. (Fitzgerald) Coviello, 87, a former executive assistant at Tewksbury Hospital, died unexpectedly Tuesday evening, November 11, at Saints Medical Center in Lowell. She was the wife of the late Arthur W. Coviello, who died in 1982. She was born in South Boston, April 5, 1921, a daughter of the late Maurice and Ellen (Mahoney) Fitzgerald, but had lived in Lowell the greater part of her life. She was a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church. Prior to… Coviello, Dorothy E. (Fitzgerald) COVIELLO, Dorothy E. (Fitzgerald) Of Lowell, died Nov. 11, at age 87. Retired Executive Secretary to the Superintendent at Tewksbury Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Arthur W. Coviello, who died in 1982. Daughter of the late Maurice and Ellen (Mahoney) Fitzgerald. Loving mother of Jane E. and her husband Harry Persichetti of Lowell, and Arthur W. and his wife Catherine Coviello of Boston; devoted grandmother of Amy Cianciaruso of No. Andover, Jill Weeks of Amesbury, Arthur W, Coviello of Washington, D.C.,… Mrs. Cassie U. Cowan, in Pittsfield on Tuesday Nov. 11. Funeral services will be Saturday Nov. 15 at 1:00 PM at the South Congregational Church, Pittsfield, MA. Calling hours at Dwyer Funeral Home, 776 North St., Pittsfield, MA on Friday Nov. 14 from 3 to 7 PM. Donations to Hospice Care In The Bershires, care of the funeral home. Mrs. Cowan leaves a daughter, Greata A. Beischel (John) of Worcester. BROCKTON John E. "Jack" Crane Sr., 46 years, of Brockton, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at his home, after a period of failing health. Born in Milton and raised in Brockton, Jack was a son of Ann Myers and her husband John of Florida and the late Donald Crane. He had been a member of the Enterprise Club and enjoyed music and WWE wrestling. Jack will be remembered as being stubborn, living life the way he wanted and just "high on life". In addition, Jack is survived by his children, Shawn,… CREGG, Atty. Donald J., Sr. 87, of Andover, MA died November 11th at the Woodbriar of Wilmington. Beloved father of Atty. Alan M. of Andover, and Donald J., Jr. of Topsfield. Attorney Cregg leaves a brother and sister: Dr. Hugh A. Cregg and Natalie Ballard and grandchildren Samuel, Alexander, and Hannah. Friends may pay their respects on Friday from 4-7 P.M. at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, Inc., 233 Lawrence Street in METHUEN. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday morning at 10… Kenneth M. Cribben WHITMAN Kenneth M. Cribben, 51 years, of Whitman, formerly of Brockton, died unexpectedly, Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at Cape Cod Hospital. He was the loving husband of Linda J. (Jones) Cribben. Born in Weymouth and raised in Brockton, he was a son of Ralph M. Cribben of Plymouth and the late Ruth (Salpi) Cribben. Ken was a 1974 graduate of Southeastern Regional Vocational High School. He had been a service driver for Workplace Essentials for the past two years and previously worked at ICP,… WEYMOUTH Evelyn Beatrice Cunniff, 88 years of age passed away at the Queen Anne Nursing home in Hingham on Tuesday. She was born in Quincy and had been a longtime resident of Weymouth. She was the wife of the late James Joseph Cunniff and the devoted mother of James J. Cunniff of Weymouth, Richard Cunniff of Chatham, Katherine Morse of Weymouth and Rose Ann Fennessey of Pembroke. She is also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The services will be private. Memorial donations may be… DANIELS, Shirley (Cohen) Of Newton, formerly of Hull, Entered into rest November 12, 2008. Devoted mother of Karen (Galkin) Barnett, Susan Daniels & David Orcha and and the late Louis Rothschild. Loving sister of Louis Cole and the late David Cohen, Ceil Golub and Lillian Marcus. Cherished grandmother of 5 grandchildren, 1 late grandson and 9 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the Stanetsky Memorial Chapel, 1668 Beacon St, BROOKLINE on Friday, November 14th at 1 PM. Memorial week will be at… ARRANGEMENTS: Friends are invited to the funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. at Portland Street Baptist Church. Calling hours, at the church, Friday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements through Dole, Childs & Shaw Funeral Home, 148 Main St., Haverhill. Donations in his memory may be made to Portland Street Baptist Church, 29 Portland St., Haverhill, MA 01830. Online condolences may be sent to DeSALVO, Janie Belle (Curra) Of Lexington, November 11, 2008, age 62. Beloved mother of James P. DeSalvo of Lexington, Joseph A. DeSalvo of Lexington, Daniel E. DeSalvo of Lexington and Leanne Preston and her husband William of Dunbarton, NH. Loving Sister of Joseph E. Curra Jr. of Lexington. Compassionate grandmother of Hollie and Billy Preston of Dunbarton, NH, Salina and Joseph DeSalvo of Lexington MA and Emily DeSalvo of Lexington. Devoted great grandmother of Talan Heselton. Caring Aunt of Ruthanne… Robert Dempsey, 77, of Worcester, died peacefully November 5, 2008 in the UMass Memorial Hospital, 119 Belmont Street. He leaves his son, Robert Henderson of North Grafton and a nephew Leroy Dempsey of Alaska. A brother Leroy Dempsey predeceased him. Robert was born in South Carolina, to the son of Patrick and Rebecca (Truesdale) Dempsey. Mr. Dempsey worked in construction for most of his career. He was a spirited fun loving person who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Memorial calling… STOUGHTON Grace J. (Maguire) DiFabio, 88, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, at her home, after a long period of failing health. She was the wife of the late Ugo DiFabio. Born and raised in Brighton, she was a graduate of St. Col-umbkilles High School. She was a resident of Stoughton since 1949. Mrs. DiFabio worked as a secretary for Cumberland Farms in Canton for many years, retiring at age 72. She was a communicant of Immaculate Conception Church and a member of the Stoughton Senior Center. In her free time, she… DiFABIO, Grace J. (Maguire) Of Stoughton, age 88, November 9. Wife of the late Ugo. Mother of Paul G. of Stoughton & Joan M. Shannahan & her husband Edward of Easton. Grandmother of Pamela Carew & her husband Charles of W. Bridgewater. Also survived by 3 great-granddaughters, 1 great-great granddaughter, several nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by 6 siblings. Private family services were held. Donations in her memory may be made to Hospice of Greater Brockton, 500 Belmont St., Brockton,… DONELAN, Charles Born July 8, 1931 in Dedham, MA, died Nov. 12, 2008. Son of Charles A. and Mary Gallagher Donelan of Dedham. Devoted husband of Ann Hanley Donelan (deceased) and loving father of Charles Donelan, James Donelan, Ann Donelan Goulart, and Mark Donelan, and grandfather of Kaitlin Goulart, Jed Donelan, Sara Goulart, and Emily Donelan, of complications related to Parkinson's disease. Charles Donelan had a long career as a distinguished attorney and a member of the Massachusetts Bar and the… and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Interment with full Military Honors in the Mass National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:30 PM. Retired Boston Police Detective,Headquarters.Late NavyVeteran ofW.W. II.Awarded Naval Commendation for service aboardtheU.S.S.Callaway. Wm. F. Spencer Funeral Service 617-268-0855 South Boston Joan Dyer longtime resident of Westford; 75 WESTFORD Joan (Keating) Dyer, 75, longtime resident of Westford, died November 10th, 2008, in Lowell. She was born April 29th, 1933, a daughter of John F. Keating and Mary (Keating). Prior to her retirement, she was employed as an Insurance Agent with Prudential. Joan enjoyed cooking, Arts & Crafts, and reading to her granddaughter. She is survived by three daughters, Kathy Abbott and her husband, John of North Chelmsford, Julie Mainville of Goffstown, N.H.,… and friends kindly invited. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 p.m. Retired cafeteria worker Watertown Public Schools. Contributions may be made in her memory to the Fisher House Foundation, 1401 Rockville Pike, Suite 600, Rockville, MD 20852. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald Gloria L. (Cavanugh) Ells, a life long resident of Charlton, passed away surrounded by her loving family after a long illness. Gloria was born in Southbridge daughter of Claire (Brown) Cavanugh of Charlton and the late Michael Cavanugh and has lived in Charlton all her life. She leaves her son, David Ells and his wife Melanie; her daughter, Mary and her husband Kevin Despres; and her grandchildren, Virginia, Jordan, Melissa, Erik, and Courtney, and a great grandson, Logan. She also leaves behind her devoted… Fadden, Catherine V. "Kay" (Brennan) and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visitation Friday morning before the Funeral from 8:30 until 9:30 AM at the Murphy Funeral Home, 85 Federal St., (cor of Rte 114, exit 25A from Rte. 128), SALEM, MA. Interment will be in Waterside Cemetery, Marblehead. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of the North Shore, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 or to the Salvation Army, 93 North St., Salem, MA 01970. For additional information or online guest:book please call 978… FAHEY, Deborah (Berkman) Of Lake Mary, FL, formerly of Newton, on Sunday, November 9, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Stephen Fahey. Devoted mother of Shanah, Leah and Jennah, all of High Point University, High Point, NC. Sister of Dr. Samuel Berkman and his wife Michele and their daughters Lauren and Jackie, all of Santa Monica, CA and Robert Levangue also of CA. Memorial Service at Levine Chapels, 470 Harvard St., BROOKLINE on Friday, November 14 at 1 PM. Following Services,… PEMBROKE Kathleen Farese, of Pembroke, died on November 10, 2008 at Silver Lake Nursing Home in Kingston. She was 87 years old. Mrs. Farese served in The United States Coast Guard SPAR program from 1943-1945 as a yeoman second-class. She was first married to Louis Williams Ashforth, Bill, who died in Korea while serving in the U.S. Army. Mrs. Farese is a 1972 graduate of Northeastern University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She went on to Boston State College where she graduated in… FEEHELEY, Thomas G. Of Woburn, suddenly, November 11, 2008. Loving father of Shannon Feeheley of N.Y., Michael Feeheley of CA, and Kelly Feeheley of CT. Beloved son of Thomas and Gloria (Johnson) Feeheley of N.C. Brother of Timothy Feeheley of N.C. and Karen Kebrdle of N.J. Also survived by his loving fiance' Michele Cataldo of Woburn. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services and Interment at the request of the family will be private. Arrangements under the direction of the Lane Funeral… and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 p.m. Late member of Irish Social Club, West Roxbury. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery. Joan M. Fraser of Wilmington Joan M. (Watson) Fraser, age 72, of Wilmington, died peacefully at the Winchester Hospital, on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, surrounded by her family. Joan was the beloved wife of the late Hugh D. Fraser; devoted mother of Brad Fraser & his wife, Lynn, and Greg Fraser & his wife, Gina, all of Wilmington; dear & loving grandmother of Brad, Jr., Jaclyn, Justin, & David Fraser. Her Funeral Service will be held at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave.… SARASOTA, FL —Eleanor M. Gartland, 70, formerly of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family in Sarasota, FL, on Sunday, November 9, 2008, after a long and valiant battle with breast cancer. She is survived by son Thomas and his wife Katie; daughter Keri; daughter Gail LeBar and her husband Greg; beloved grand children Michael Hoyt and Rachel and Jacob LeBar; and by the countless number of devoted friends who meant so very much to her. Memorial service will be held at 11 AM on… Gengarelli Jr., John J. "Jack" Giannantonio, Marie R. (Coppola) and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8 PM. Interment will be in St. Michael's Cemetery. Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno Giarratana, Frances J. (Cammarata) and friends are invited to visit in The DeVito Funeral Home, 761 Mt. Auburn St., WATERTOWN on Friday 3:00 to 7:00pm and to a Funeral Home Service Saturday morning at 11:00. Interment to follow Mt. Auburn Cemetery. GINSBERG, William Of Delray Beach, FL, formerly of Winthrop, MA, Entered Into Rest November 9, 2008. Beloved husband of Irma (Winerip) Ginsberg. Devoted father of Sally Davis & her husband John and Charles Ginsberg. Loving brother of Abraham Ginsberg, Irene Brother of FL, Selma Chankin of CA, Gertrude Eisenberg of FL, their spouses, and the late Benjamin Ginsberg. Cherished grandfather of Eric Davis, Jessica Page and Peter Davis & his wife Jessica . Loving great grandfather of Emily Jayne Davis and… Gloria J. (Pacheco) Westgate, wife of Mervyn Westgate, died at Marian Manor on Sunday, Nov. 9th at the age of 76. Born in Taunton, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Maria (Carvalho) Pacheco. Educated in Taunton schools, she graduated from Taunton High School in 1951. An engraver and office worker for the former Princess House, she retired in 1990. She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Church, the St. Nicholas Women’s Guild, the Weir Seniors and the Happy Hearts. Besides her husband, she… and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours on Friday, 4-8. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Needham. For directions and guestbook, visit:, . George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781-444-0687 HIGGINS, Kevin Patrick Of Cambridge, November 11. Beloved husband of Mary (Kelly) Higgins. Devoted father of Christine, Kimberly and Erin Higgins. Loving grandfather of Alex, Arihana and Haylee. Brother of Richard, William, Eleanor Fernandes, Stephen, Brian, Mary Lou McMann, Shawn and Adele Moreira. Brother-in-law of Sandra Darling, Eleanor & Tommy McGlashing, Emily Antonitus, Debbie Bokuniewicz, Donna and Eileen Kelly, Nancy and Rita Higgins and Manny Moreira. Also survived by many nieces, nephews,… ABINGTON Paul F. Higgins of Abington, November 10, age 88. Loving husband of Edna (Steward) Higgins; loving father of Marie Masaitis of Dorchester and Fred Higgins of East Bridgewater; loving grandfather of Kendra Parks, Ashley Higgins, and Paul Joseph Masaitis. Paul served as a Second Lieutenant and pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. In addition to being a pilot, his duties included training other airmen to fly combat aircraft. Paul was a letter carrier, clerk, and assistant post master at the… James W. Hill of Fitchburg; 75 FITCHBURG James W. Hill, 75, of Fitchburg, died Thursday, November 6, at Health Alliance Leominster Hospital. James was born in Marlborough, NH, on May 25, 1933, the son of the late George and Dorothea (Patterson) Hill. James worked in the family business working as a lumberjack and farmer retiring in 1970. James leaves his sons, James W. Hill, Jr. and his wife, Laura of Hubbardston, Michael F. Hill and his wife, Cathleen of Las Vegas, NV; his daughters, Lori Jones and her… GILMAN, VT Samuel Everett Hosford, 14, went on to be with His Lord and Savior Thursday, October 30, 2008, at his home, in his parents' arms, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Sammy was born in Quincy, MA, November 10, 1993 to his parents, Ron and Noelle Hosford of Gilman, VT, formerly of Plymouth, MA. He attended Lunenberg, VT, Elementary School and Gilman, VT, Middle School. He planned to start his high school career at Lyndon Institute this fall. He was a Boy Scout with Troop 219 of… HUNT, Constance Y. Of Boston, formerly of Roxbury, November 11, 2008 at age 86. Beloved mother of Linda and Alexander Hunt. Predeceased by her loving sisters, Doris Asbury, Edith Rollins, Alice Wade and Helen Johnson. Cherished aunt of Shirley Asbury Downs, Bryant Rollins, Judith Rollins, Henry Johnson and Alyce Johnson. She retired from the Boston Office of Immigration and Naturalization Service where she was a Contact Representative. A memorial gathering for friends and family will be held on Dec. 14,… James E. Gilson, Jr, 89 years old, died in Morton Hospital on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008. Born in Dighton, son of the late James E. and Edna (Bolster) Gilson, Sr. Educated in Taunton Schools , Jim was a active member of the West Congregational Church, assisting with the Clambakes. He retired in 1981 after many years as an airplane mechanic with American Airlines at Logan Airport in Boston. During WW II he volunteered to join the Army Transport Command serving in Africa as a airplane mechanic assisting the… BOLGER, James F. “Frank”, 86, of Coral Springs, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Saturday, November 8, 2008. Mr. Bolger was born on October 23, 1922 in Dighton, MA, son of John & Rose E. (Carter) Bolger. He graduated from Dighton High School, class of 1941. He enlisted in the US Army Air Force in 1942 and flew 31 B-17 missions over Europe in World War II. Mr. Bolger began his career with New England Telephone Co. in 1945, and… & friends are invited to attend funeral services Monday at 8 am at Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St., DEDHAM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 O'clock at St. Ann's Church, 82 West Milton St., Hyde Park. Burial at Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. Visiting hours Sunday 2-6 PM. In lieu of flowers donations to Spina Bifida Assoc., 733 Turnpike St. Suite 282, No. Andover, MA. 01845 or to Athena's Hope, c/o Rockland Trust, 40 Pine St., Carver, MA. 02330. Please see website for… and friends are respectfully invited to attend memorial visitation Sunday from 2:00-3:00 PM with a Memorial Service at 3 PM in the Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 No. Main Street, (Rte 28) RANDOLPH. Burial in the VA National Cemetery, Bourne, Monday at 1:00 PM. Rodger was born in Bangor, Maine. He was a WWII and Korean Conflict Veteran who served from 1944 to 1953 with the US Navy. He was the recipient of the Navy Occupation American Defense Medal with Asiatic Clasp, Korean Service Medal and China Service… JONES, Theresa M. (Giurleo) Of Concord, formerly of Sudbury, Nov. 9. Beloved wife of the late Vern L. Jones. Sister of Eleanor L. DiCamillo of Needham, Mary Schroder of Creede, CO and John J. Giurleo of Bedford. Also survived by 11 nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Saturday, November 15th with a procession forming at 12:30 PM at Dee Funeral Home, 27 Bedford St., CONCORD CENTER followed by a Graveside Service in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, Concord at 1 PM. A Memorial Service will also be held on Saturday,… KAFALAS, Leyana L. (Liaudansky) Of Wayland, November 9, 2008. Beloved wife of James A. Kafalas. Devoted mother of John Kafalas and Maria Kafalas. Also survived by relatives and friends. Arrangements by Faggas Funeral Home, 551 Mt. Auburn St., WATERTOWN, MA. For online guestbook go to, . Faggas Funeral Home 800-222-2586 and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Church of St. John the Evangelist, 320 Winthrop St., Winthrop on Saturday at 10 AM. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Late Army Air Corps Veteran, W.W. II. Arrangements by the O'Maley Funeral Home, WINTHROP. KELNHOFER, Lt. Col. Joseph T. (Retired) Of Bedford, Nov. 11. Husband of Agnes (Talacko) Kelnhofer. Father of Joseph R. of Bedford, Robert J. and his wife Elinor of Aurora, IN,, Cecilia Feeley and her husband Michael S. of Wayne, NJ and Philip J. and his wife Melissa Alexander of Clinton. Brother of Thomas P. of Greenfield, WI, Mark S. of Cudahy,WI and Karen A. Heim of Madison, WI. Grandfather of Laurel, Jeremy and Elizabeth Kelnhofer and Alexander and Rebecca Feeley. Funeral from the Bedford Funeral Home,… William A. R. Klebart Jr., age 65 of 4 Williams Street, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008, at UMASS Memorial Health Care - University Campus. He leaves a brother, Thomas T. Klebart and his wife Rena, of New Hartford, CT; a sister, Beth Caplette and her husband Robert, of Webster; and a sister-in-law, Joan Klebart of Webster. He was predeceased by a brother, John C. Klebart of Webster. He was born in Worcester, son of the late William A. R. Sr. and Helen D. (Trull) Klebart and lived in Webster all his life. He… Kornhauser, Ann "Anya" (Kagan) KORNHAUSER, Ann "Anya" (Kagan) Of Everett and formerly of Peabody and Delray Beach, FL on Nov. 12, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Jack Kornhauser. Devoted mother of Leon Kornhauser & his wife Bettina and Mark Kornhauser & his wife Sue. Loving daughter of Jacob & Pearl Kagan who perished in the Holocaust in 1942. Loving sister of the late Lazar, Mendel, and Kayla. Loving grandmother of Rachel, Michelle, Laura, & Adam and loving great grandmother of Jack L. Dellilis. Services at the… Josephine E. Kroon of Lowell, St. John member; 88 LOWELL Josephine E. (West) Kroon, 88, a resident of the Centralville section of Lowell, died peacefully on Tuesday morning, November 11, 2008 with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Hendrik "Dutch" Kroon. Born in Lowell on August 1, 1920, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Edith (Thomas) West, originally from England. Mrs. Kroon was married to her husband Hendrik, a Navy man who survived the attack on Pearl… and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday, 4-8 PM. Late U.S. Air Force MSGT. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Parking in Church parking lot opposite Funeral Home. For directions and guestbook, please go to:, . Kenney Funeral Home 617-361-2450 Kwasniewski, Joseph J. "Lefty" LAYFIELD, Carol (Kennedy) Of Beverly, Tues. afternoon, November 11, 2008, age 73. Wife of William Layfield. Mrs. Layfield was co-founder and executive director of Liberty House in Danvers. Mother of Kevin Layfield and his wife Beth of Beverly. She was also the mother of the late Kimberly Layfield. Funeral services will be held privately at the request of the family. Arrangements by the Campbell-Lee, Moody, Russell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot St., BEVERLY. Contributions may be made in her memory to the VNA Care… NEW BEDFORD —Maria B. (Dias) Maciel, age 79, died on Monday, November 3, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital. She was the wife of the late Leonardo Dias of New Bedford. Mrs. Maciel was the mother of Jose Alberto AKA "P.J.," husband of Violet Maciel and Luis H., husband of Eva Maciel, all of New Bedford. She was the sister of Manuel Paiva of Brockton, Ma. and Armando Paiva of Canada. Mrs. Maciel was the grandmother of Melissa, Jessica and Ryan Maciel; great-grandmother of Dale Scott and Dean Scott… and friends are kindly invited. Interment Holyhood Cemetery. Retired Athletic Director Framingham State College. Ann was an avid sports fan who enjoyed watching all of the Boston sports teams. Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home 617-277-7652 Philip W. Mahoney of Fitchburg; 40 FITCHBURG Philip W. Mahoney, 40, of Fitchburg, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Route 101 in Milford, N.H. He leaves his wife of 8 years, Nicole T. (L'Ecuyer) Mahoney and their two daughters, Mary E. and Elizabeth J. Mahoney; his mother and father, Philip J., and Winifred (Hopkins) Mahoney Jr., all of Fitchburg; two brothers, Timothy J. and David J. Mahoney, both of Somerville, MA; his father-in-law, George D. L'Ecuyer of… MASCIA, Joseph Charles Sr. Age 87, died Monday, October 20, 2008. He was born in Newton MA, son of the late Alfonso and Madeline Magazino Mascia. He was predeceased in death by his wife Louise Bonano Mascia and his son Joseph C. Mascia Jr. Mr. Mascia was a Veteran of WWII serving in the Marine Corps in the Pacific Theatre. He was retired from Allstate Insurance Co., an avid golfer and cook. He is survived by his wife Carol H. Mascia of Rocky Mount, NC, 2 daughters; Louise Mullen of Westwood, MA and Janet… WEYMOUTH Gail B. (Rice) Mastrorilli, of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, 73 years old, died suddenly Monday, November 10, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. Beloved mother of Denise Mastrorilli of Weymouth, Linda Shuman of East Bridgewater, and Steven G. Mastrorilli and his wife Gail of East Bridgewater. Loving grandmother of James, Courtney, Nicole, Michael, Melissa, Derek, Ashley, and Jake. Devoted sister of Dolores Rice of Dorchester, Ronald Rice of Pembroke, and Karen Spada of Texas. Funeral… Matilde A. (de Freitas) de Barros Matilde A. (de Freitas) de Barros, wife of the late Vasco H. de Barros, died at her home on Friday, Nov. 7th at the age of 84. Born on Madeira Island, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Joao and Maria Afra (deSousa) Rodriques de Freitas. She moved to the area in 1969. A communicant of St. Anthony Church, she worked as a folder for the former Rennie Curtain Factory for over 18 years, retiring many years ago. She leaves 7 sons, Fernando, Antonio, Vasco, John, Zack, and Joseph de Barros all of… McCarthy, Martha H. (Navedonsky) QUINCY William H. "Bill" McGowan, of Quincy passed away at Quincy Medical Center on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at age 80. Born in Boston where he was raised and educated, he graduated from Boston Trade High School and moved to Quincy in 1947. A foreman for the Quincy Water Dept for 20 years, Bill retired in 1990 and was a member of the Quincy Yacht Club and Harvey's Saltwater Fishing Club. The beloved husband of Rita C. (Lyons) McGowan, he is the beloved father of Anne Dalton and her husband… and friends are invited to attend the Funeral at 11 a.m. Saturday 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 12 noon. Burial will be in Saint Patrick's Cemetery, Watertown. Visiting hours Friday 4 - 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in honor of John J. McHugh to the Alzheimer's Association of Massachusetts (Research Only), 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA. 02472 or to the Wounded Warrior… & friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-7PM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the , 20 Speen St., Framingham 01701. WWII Navy Veteran. For obituary, directions, to sign guest book or order flowers please visit, Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949 Linda Meehan CHICOPEE Linda M. Meehan died peacefully on Monday, November 10 at Hospice of the Fisher Home of Amherst, with her family by her side. Born in South Weymouth, MA on February 25, 1956, she was the daughter of John and the late Jane (Raymond) Clough of Harwich, MA. She grew up in Rockland and lived in Marshfield and Quincy before relocating to Chicopee in 1987. She was a graduate of Bridgewater State College in 1978. She was a communicant of St. Marys Church in the Willamansett section of… and friends are respectfully invited to attend to a memorial visitation period at her daughters home, 3 Moores Ave., Randolph, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008, from 3-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 10605. Arrangements are under the direction of the Cartwright Funeral Home, of Randolph. For additional information or to leave a sympathy mess- age, visit our Web site at www.cartwrightfuneral.com. MULLEN, Thomas J. Of Reading, November 11, 2008, at age 85.Beloved husband for 53 years of Mary (Gallagher) Mullen.Devotedfatherof Thomas A. Mullen and his wife Susan of Wakefield and Mary K. Yackley and her husband Charles of VT. Cherished grandfather of Anthony and Christopher Mullen. Dear brother of the late Louise Mullen. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. US Army Veteran, W.W. II. Funeral from the Doherty-Barile Family Funeral Home, 11 Linden St., READING, Friday at 9 AM followed by a Funeral… and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Aram Bedrosian Funeral Home, 558 Mount Auburn Street, WATERTOWN on Friday evening from 6-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the above named church. Interment at Mount Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge and friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 6-8 P.M. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery. Late member of the Belaires of Belmont as well as singing at the Watertown Senior Center. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory to the Belmont Council on Aging, 23 Oakley Rd. Belmont, MA 02478 would be appreciated. Stanton Funeral Service, Inc. William Neilson Neil WEST YARMOUTH William Neilson Neil, of West Yarmouth, formerly of Quincy and Weymouth, a prominent Engineer, and founding member of 1000 Southern Artery, who broke new ground for senior citizen housing in this country, died peacefully in his home, surrounded by the love and care of his devoted family on Sunday, November 9, 2008. He was 85 years old, and the loving husband of more than 62 years to Jean M. (Greenhalgh) Neil, his high school sweetheart. Born in Port Glasgow, Scotland on… O'CONNOR, Margaret W. 99, died Oct. 30 at the Royal Megansett Nursing Home. Born in Watertown, raised and educated there. Margaret was a W.W. II Veteran of the U.S. Navy Corps. She served in Paris Island, Chelsea, MA. and Portsmouth, VA. at the Naval Hospitals. Discharged as a Lt., she was a graduate of Carney Hospital School of Nursing. Margaret worked at Carney Hosptital and a Physician's office until retirement in 1973. She lived in Watertown until moving to Centerville in 1977. Member of the… Bernadette Ojega Ossai, 66, of Yaba-Lagos, Nigeria, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 in Worcester surrounded by her family. Her husband, Raphael Olisa Ossai, predeceased her. She leaves five children, Zon Emeka Egwuatu, Raphael Olisa Ossai, Jr and Patricia Ossai Davidson all of Worcester, Charles Ben Ossai of Los Angeles and Bernadette Nanu Ossai of Yaba-Lagos, Nigeria. Funeral services and burial will be in Lagos, Nigeria. The Athy Memorial Home in Worcester is directing local arrangements. and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 pm. Burial at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Arlington. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Resident Activity Fund, Marist Hill Nursing and Rehab Center, 66 Newton Street, Waltham, MA 02154. For online condolences visit WEYMOUTH Primiano J. Palmieri, a lifelong resident of Weymouth, died on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. He was 95 years of age. Mr. Palmieri was a retired carpenter and had worked for the Lester Fulton Co. for 38 years. He was a member of the Sons of Italy, a Red Sox fan and bowled in both the East Weymouth and the Senior Citizens Bowling Leagues. Beloved husband of the late Norma M. (St. Peter) Palmieri. Devoted father of Biaggio Billy J. Palmieri of Hanson, Mary M. Pawlick of Plymouth, Cindy A. Gahn of… and friends are kindly invited to gather on Saturday at 9 AM from the funeral home followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 AM in St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Peabody. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Salem. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472. Please visit, for online obit & sign guestbook. James P. "Jimmy" Pedone, Jr., WPD (Ret), 77 of Shrewsbury, died Monday, November 10th, 2008 at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center (formerly University Commons) in Worcester, after a long illness. He leaves his wife of 48 years, Ann "Shirley" (Carter) Pedone, of Shrewsbury; a daughter, Lisa Marie Pedone of Cambridge; a son, John Joseph Pedone of Falmouth (formerly of Milton); three grandsons: Christos James Pedone, Loukas John Pedone, Evangelos Nicholas Pedone, all of… PERCH, Samuel P. 84, of Worcester, Nov. 11, 2008 in his home, surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Carol A. (Perch) Perch; beloved father of son, Kenneth P. Perch and his wife Sandra of Shrewsbury; a daughter Lori A. Perch of Worcester; grandfather of, Andrew P. Perch and Katherine A. Perch; brother of Anne Kochakian of Peabody. The funeral for Samuel will be held Friday, November 14, from Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation Street, WORCESTER with a service at 10 a.m. in Saint… ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends may call on Friday, Nov. 14, 2008 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. Funeral services will begin at the funeral home at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 with a Mass of Christian burial at 9 a.m. at St. Lucy's Church, 254 Merrimack St., Methuen. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Methuen. For directions and condolences please visit our website and online guestbook at, . Contributions may be made to Methuen Youth Hockey… ARRANGEMENTS: Friends are invited to the funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. at Portland Street Baptist Church. Calling hours, at the church, Friday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements through Dole, Childs & Shaw Funeral Home, 148 Main St., Haverhill. Donations in her memory may be made to Portland Street Baptist Church, 29 Portland St., Haverhill, MA 01830. Online condolences may be sent to Pineault, Anita B. (Grudzinski) Patricia A. Pollard of Westford Mrs. Patricia A. Pollard, 58, of Westford, died November 9, 2008. Visiting hours Thursday 3 to 7 p.m. Funeral Friday at 9 a.m. from the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 106 MIDDLESEX ST. CHELMSFORD, with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Michael Church in Lowell. Burial in St. Catherine Cemetery, Westford. Memorials may be made in her name to the Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02115 www.joslin.org (800) 577-5461 or to St. Michael's Parish, 543 Bridge St., Lowell, MA… FAIRHAVEN —Thomas Stephen Quinn, Jr., 74, of Fairhaven, passed away on Sunday November 9, 2008, peacefully with dignity surrounded by his family at home after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born in Newport, R.I., on April 25, 1934, he was the son of the late Thomas Stephen Quinn and Alice (Vaughn) Quinn. He was the brother of three sisters, all deceased. Thomas graduated from De La Salle Academy with highest honors. He then joined the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in St. John's,… MARSHFIELD Florence N. (Beaton) of Marshfield, died November ll, 2008 at the age of 87. Wife of the late Edmund Reeves, Marshfield Fire Department. Daughter of the late John and Catherine (Gillis) Beaton. Florence was predeceased by 5 sisters and 2 brothers. She is survived by many nephews and nieces. Born in Quincy she graduated from Q.H.S., class of l940. Florence was a retired manager in the personnel department of Stop & Shop. She was a veteran of U.S. Navy during WWII. Florence was a member of The… REKANT, Dr. Marjorie Age 61. Passed away at her home in Cambridge on November 11 surrounded by her family and close friends. Diagnosed with a rare cancer of unknown primary origin in April 2006 Dr. Rekant continued to live her life fully and with great passion. Despite rigorous and aggressive treatments she practiced psychotherapy as she had for the last 35 years, socialized and traveled with family and friends, and participated in community afffairs. Margie especially enjoyed classical music. She and her… and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday from 4-8 PM. Interment Belle Isle Section of Winthrop Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Don Orione Home (Building Fund), 111 Orient Ave., East Boston MA 02128. For directions or to sign Nick's online guestbook go to, . Late Army Veteran and late Lifemember, Trustee and Chaplain Winthrop Lodge of Elks #1078. Caggiano Funeral Home Winthrop 617 846 8700 Richards, Kathleen S. (Hedkte) Kathleen S. (Hedkte) Richards, 50, of New Boston Rd., passed away in her home on Tuesday, Nov. 11th, after an illness. She leaves her husband of 27 years, Neal H. Richards; her parents, Frederick and Sue (Kirschner) Hedkte of Preston, CT; two daughters, Kim M. Newsham and her husband, Paul of Paxton and Lisa A. Hartigan and her husband Tim of Worcester; a sister, Phyllis Harmon of Preston, CT; four grandchildren, Jacob Newsham, Zachary Newsham, Mathew Lucier and Brianna Lucier and a nephew, Eric Harmon of… Robert A. Wing, husband of Rosemary L. (Ames) Wing, died on Nov. 9th at Tufts - N. E. Medical Center, at the age of 61. Born in Fall River, he was the son of Alice (Cudworth) Wing of NC, and the late Frank R. Wing, Jr. A graduate of Apponequet High School in Lakeville, he later served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was employed by Iron Mountain of Northboro as a record center coordinator. Besides his wife and mother, he leaves a son, Kyle Wing of Taunton; a brother, Frank Wing of NC and… Cruz M. Rodriguez of Lowell; 81 LOWELL Cruz M. Rodriguez, age 81, of Lowell, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Lowell General Hospital, after a long illness. For 59 years, he was the loving husband of Carmen L. (Zayas) Rodriguez. He was born in Puerto Rico on May 3, 1927, the son of the late Juan Bautista and Fermina (Moralez) Rodriguez. Cruz was a resident of Lowell for the past 15 years, and was formerly from The Bronx, New York for many years. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a waiter with the… ROSSI, Barbara A. (Cronin) Died November 11, 2008 in Exeter, NH, 78, formerly of North Chatham, MA and Milford, NH. Born in Manchester, NH, a daughter of the late John & Catherine (O'Neil) Cronin. Loving wife of the late, Ernest F. Rossi. Loving mother of Bonnie-Jo Rossi and her husband, Joseph Cuetara of Boston, MA, Heather & Frank Smith of Portland, ME, Robin & Terry Gibbs of Marion, MA and the late Colleen A. Desjardins. Loving grandmother of Oriana Smith of Portland, ME; loving sister of… Sylvia Sangiolo former town assessor in Groton and Carlisle GROTON Sylvia (Elka) Sangiolo, of Groton, MA, formerly of Carlisle, MA, wife of Thomas Sangiolo, died November 11th, 2008, in Boston. A daughter of the late Casper Elka and Irene Elka, she graduated cum laude from the College of Business Administration at Northeastern University in Boston, and attended Columbia University's MBA program in New York. Sylvia was a dedicated mother, wife, and grandmother. She was an extremely involved community… SANGIOLO, Sylvia (Elka) Of Groton, MA, formerly of Carlisle, MA. Wife of Thomas Louis Sangiolo. Mother of Irene Pippin and Valerie Carpenter Noey. Died November 11th, 2008 in Boston. She graduated cum laude from the College of Business Administration at Northeastern University in Boston and attended Columbia University's MBA program in New York. Sylvia was a dedicated mother, wife, and grandmother. She was an extremely involved community member, serving in both Carlisle, MA and Groton, MA as a Town… HANOVER Joseph P., of Hanover, formerly of Rockland and Brighton, November 8, beloved husband of Charlene (Hall). Devoted father of Kim Arouca, husband Jack, of Marshfield, Debra McGeohegan, husband Charlie, of Rockland, and Paul Santosuosso, wife Michelle, of Ashland. Loving grandfather of Jennifer, Christopher, Jonathan, Nicolas, Kevin, Ryan and great-granddaughter Bella. Brother of Jeanne Ridolfi, brother-in-law Roberto of Marlboro. Devoted friend to sister-in-law and brother-in-law Janet and Robert… & friends are invited to attend. Visitation will be held from 10:00am-12:30pm prior to the service. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. For directions & guestbook see, Spadafora Funeral Home 781-324-8680 SCANZILLO Mary F. (Russo) Of NH, formerly of Peabody and East Boston, November 12. Beloved wife of Joseph "Joe Scanz" Scanzillo with whom she shared 46 years of marriage. Loving mother of Marc ScanziIlo and his wife Lynne of N. Andover, Janine Banks and her husband John of NH and Juliette Colavita and her husband Jeffrey of Westford. Dear sister of Amelia Macone and Antonetta Senese both of Peabody and Anthony Russo of East Boston. Cherished grandmother of Jessica and Johnny Banks and Michael,… SCARTH, Sidney J. Of Methuen, MA, State Trooper Retired, 84, died November 11th at Caritas Holy Family Hospital. Beloved husband of Mary A. (Lever) and father of Susan J. Ginchereau and Sheila J. Anzaldi, and grandfather to Jennifer and Jonathan Anzaldi and Christopher and Gregory Ginchereau, Jr. A Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock in Saint Lucy's Church in Methuen and burial to follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 4-8 P.M. at the Kenneth H.… Barbara M. Schindler SCITUATE Barbara M. (Horne) Schindler, age 74, of Scituate, formerly of Dorchester and Weymouth, died November 11, 2008. Beloved wife of Gerald "Fred" Schindler. Loving and devoted mother of Gerald "Jerry" and his wife Maureen of Norwell, Donald of Scituate, Jeanne Marie Sullivan and her husband Kevin of Scituate, John and his wife AnnMarie of So. Weymouth and Paul and his wife Charrette of Norwell. Sister of the late Edward Horne and the late Janet Roberts. Loving… SCHINDLER, Barbara M. (Horne) Age 74, of Scituate, formerly of Dorchester and Weymouth, November 11, 2008. Beloved wife of Gerald "Fred" Schindler. Loving and devoted mother of Gerald "Jerry" and his wife Maureen of Norwell, Donald of Scituate, Jeanne Marie Sullivan and her husband Kevin of Scituate, John and his wife AnnMarie of So. Weymouth and Paul and his wife Charrette of Norwell. Sister of the late Edward Horne and the late Janet Roberts. Loving grandmother of Jillian Sullivan,… Florence (Gifford) Schneider, 89, of Woffard Heights, CA passed away peacefully on November 10, 2008 in a California nursing home. Flo leaves her partner and best friend, William Hicks; two daughters, Judy Benoit and husband Ron Benoit of Bodfish, CA and Carol Carr and husband Richard Carr of Ware, MA. She also leaves four brothers and two sisters, eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. One brother and three sisters predeceased her. Our mother had a very full and good life. She loved her golf and… Seidenberg, Charlotte (Sherman) Charlotte (Sherman) Seidenberg of 911 Pleasant St., Worcester passed away on November 11th, 2008 at UMass Memorial. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Dr. Daniel Seidenberg. She is survived by her sons, David of Worcester and Frederick Seidenberg and his wife Alice of Simsbury, CT; her beloved granddaughter, Lily; and by many cousins, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews, all of whom she considered her extended family. Mrs. Seidenberg was born in Whitney Pier, Sydney, Nova Scotia,… SISTER MARY L. SHEA, CSJ (Sister Raphael) a beloved member of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston for 69 years, died Wednesday, November 12, 2008. Daughter of the late Patrick Joseph and Julia Ann (Mahoney) Shea. Sister of the late John F. Shea. Formerly missioned as a high school teacher at Sacred Heart, W. Lynn; Our Lady Help of Christians, Newton; Mt. St. Joseph Academy, Brighton; Gate of Heaven, South Boston; Cathedral, Boston; as a Guidance Councilor and Principal at St. Clement High School,… FALL RIVER —Maxine S. Sinderoff, 75, of the Fall River Jewish Home, died Monday at the Home. Born in New Bedford, a daughter of the late Harold and Ida (Fox) Clasky, she had lived in Fall River for 54 years. Maxine was a real estate agent for 20 years, retiring in 2001. Previously, she was an advertising salesperson for WHALE radio station for 18 years. She was a member of the J.W.V. Auxiliary and a former member of Temple Beth El. Devoted mother of Steven W. Sinderoff of Coral Springs, FL and Ilene… SODANO, Luigi Of Winthrop, on November 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Maria (Capodanno) Sodano. Loving father of Carmine Sodano of Winthrop. Dear brother of Barbara D'Alessio, Eleanor Girardi, Eva Ruggiero, all of Italy, and the late Angelo Sodano; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from The Kirby-Rapino Memorial Home, 917 Bennington St. (Orient Heights) EAST BOSTON on Saturday at 10am followed by a Funeral Mass to be celebrated in St. John the Evangelist Church, Winthrop St., Winthrop at… will be Saturday morning only 8-9:15 AM at Rock Funeral Home, followed by her Funeral Mass at St. Joseph-St. Therese Church at 9:45 AM. Interment St. John Cemetery. ABINGTON Domenica G. (Fano) Spada, of Abington, formerly of Quincy and Dorchester, November 10, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Charles Spada. Daughter of the late Arturo and Antonina Fano. Loving sister of the late Paul and Salvatore Fano. Devoted aunt of Grace Quirk, Toni Larkin and Mary Pricone all of FL, Susan Walsh of Methuen, Arthur Fano of Walpole, Joseph Fano of Wakefield and the late Paul Fano. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral… & friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours at the funeral home on Friday from 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the Malden Catholic High School, Sullivan Family Scholarship Fund, 99 Crystal St., Malden, MA 02148 or the Jenks Senior Ctr, 109 Skillings Rd., Winchester, MA 01890. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Late veteran US Army, Korean Conflict. Lane Funeral Homes Winchester-Burlington 781-729-2580 WEYMOUTH Lawrence J. Sullivan died November 11, 2008 at his Weymouth home at the age of 71. Born in Boston, he was raised and educated in Jamaica Plain and had lived in Weymouth the past 45 years. He was a graduate of Northeastern University. Lawrence retired in 1997 after 42 years as a Vice-president of the former Shawmut Bank. Beloved husband of 50 years of Anne E. (Dunne) Sullivan. Father of Carol A. and her husband Robert J. Sidabras of Medford, Leonard J. and his fiance' Vanessa R. Greenier of… Eileen M. (Costello) Tefft, 78, of Worcester, passed away peacefully Monday, November 10th 2008 in her home surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. Eileen's husband of 51 years, Robert E. Tefft, Sr. passed away in July of 2005. She is survived by her devoted children: Robert E. Tefft, Jr. and his wife Cynthia of Oakham, Susan E. Stevens and her husband David of Worcester, Scott D. Tefft, and his wife Tina of Northboro, Holly A. Wilder and her partner Matt Kelley with whom she lived; a… Christopher Tikonoff ATTLEBORO Christopher Tikonoff, 37, passed suddenly, Friday, Nov. 7, 2008. Chris was the loving husband to Carine Tikonoff. A devoted son to Ed and Linda Tikonoff, he was born Aug. 27, 1971, in Cambridge. Chris graduated from Middleboro High School in 1989. Chris grew up in Middleboro and called Attleboro his home with Carine. Chris was an honest and caring soul, who touched many lives during his life. Chris was an employee of Shawmut Corporation for over 16 years, working in quality… TIKONOFF, Christopher 37, passed suddenly on Friday, November 7, 2008. Chris was the loving husband to Carine Tikonoff and the devoted son to Ed and Linda Tikonoff. Born on August 27, 1971, in Cambridge, MA, Chris grew up in Middleboro and called Attleboro his home with his wife Carine. Chris leaves behind a loving family including his wife Carine, his mother and father Ed and Linda Tikonoff, mother-in-law Renee of Brockton, brother Alex Tikonoff and his wife Kristen. Visiting hours will be on Friday,… may call at DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT, on Thursday from 4 until 8 PM. His Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home on Friday at 11 AM. Cremation to follow. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to either the Keith B. Titus Memorial Fund c/o TD Bank North, Attn: Brian Beaton, 1255 Bridge St., Dracut, MA 01826 or to Dana Farber Cancer Center 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02115. To send an online condolence or for directions please visit… Rose C. Toomey BRAINTREE Rose C. (Kearney) Toomey, age 97, of East Braintree passed away November 10, 2008. She was a life-long resident of Elliot Street in East Braintree. Beloved wife of the late James T. Toomey, Sr. Devoted mother of Margaret A. Toomey of Monument Beach, John "Jack" Toomey, Sr. of Braintree and Naples, FL, Karen J. Toomey of Braintree, the late James T. Toomey, Jr., and the late Virginia Mae Toomey. Loving Grandmother of John Toomey, Jr. of Norton, JoAnn M. Pizzi of Abington,… Mary L. Valinsky, 91, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008 in Mary Lane Hospital. She is predeceased by her husband Edward B. Valinsky. She leaves a son, Matthew B. Valinsky of Lancaster, Ohio; a sister, Rose Marchessault of North Brookfield; 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was born in North Brookfield the daughter of Anthony & Rose (Stone) Cogliano and has lived most of her life in Barre. She was a communicant of St. Thomas A Becket Church. The funeral Mass for Mary will be held on Friday,… ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. from the H.L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Home, 106 Summer St., Haverhill, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. in the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Apostles, Winter St., Haverhill. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Greek Orthodox Church Of The Holy Apostles, 154-156 Winter… VECCHIA, Eugene F. Of Revere, on November 11. Beloved husband of fifty-seven years to Marie (Del Vecchio) Vecchia. Loving father of Eugene, Jr. and his wife Tracy. Devoted grandfather of Nicholas and Derek. Dear brother of Frank of Revere and Edward of East Boston. Born and raised in Beachmont, he graduated from Revere High School in 1943. He was a Veteran of W.W. II and Korea. After returning from the war, he went on to graduate from Wentworth Institute of Technology in 1949, with a degree in Electrical… and friends invited to attend visiting hours in the MacKinnon Funeral Home, 760 Washington St., Whitman, Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian burial Saturday in Holy Ghost Church, School Street, Whitman, at 10 a.m. Interment will be private. For directions or to sign the guest book, visit www.mackinnonfuneral.com. and friends are invited to attend her funeral service in the Short, Williamson & Diamond Funeral Home, 52 Trapelo Road, BELMONT, Sat., Nov. 15 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Belmont Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory to Smith College, C/O The Smith Fund, PO Box 340029, Boston, MA 02241-0429, would be sincerely appreciated. Short Williamson & Diamond Belmont617-484-6900 QUINCY Anne Wallen passed away peacefully after a long life and short illness, on November 5, 2008, at Quincy Hospital. Anne was born in Connecticut. She worked in NYC before coming to Massachusetts to become the wife of the late Tore Wallin of Randolph. She is survived by her daughter, Christine and son-in-law Leonard Hetz. Anne and Tore were fifty year residents of Squantum and members of the Quincy Point Congregational Church. Anne believed in saving the lives of all unwanted dogs and cats. She wished to… WEBBER, William H. "Billy" 53, of Southborough and formerly of Milford passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 11, 2008, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 18 month battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen (Carmody) Webber of the past 9 years. Born in Worcester he is the son of Harry and Claire (O'Brien) Webber of Milford. Chief Webber was raised in Milford and was a 1973 graduate of the former St. Mary's Central Catholic High School in… William H. "Billy" Webber, 53, of Southborough and formerly Milford passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 11, 2008, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 18 month battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen (Carmody) Webber of the past 9 years. Born in Worcester he is the son of Harry and Claire (O'Brien) Webber of Milford. Chief Webber was raised in Milford and was a 1973 graduate of the former St. Mary's Central Catholic High School in Milford.… Horace 'Joe' Wells of Fitchburg, formerly of Billerica; 82 FITCHBURG Horace "Joe" Wells, 82, of Fitchburg, formerly of 19 Parker St., Billerica, died Wednesday, November 12, 2008, in Health Alliance Leominster Hospital, after an illness. He was born August 23, 1926, in East Bridgewater, son of the late Russell and Janet (Gould) Wells. He worked many years for Precision Metal products in Peabody before his retirement. Mr. Wells was a member of the Billerica Lodge of Elks #2071 and served as… and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours will be Friday from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Massachusetts General Hospital, c/o Dr. Francis Hornicek, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114 or AllCare Network and Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608. Directions and guestbook: YURKUS, James M. Of Malden, formerly of Goodyear, Arizona and Manchester, NH, unexpectedly, November 10th. Devoted husband of Sandra Lynn (Osborn). Beloved father of Joshua Hawkins of West Newbury, Jefferson Yurkus of Malden and Brian Yurkus of Romania. Also survived his twin sister, 3 brothers and 2 grandchildren. Family & friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours in the Carroll Funeral Home, 721 Salem St. (Maplewood Square) MALDEN on Saturday, Nov. 15th from 1-4 PM. Committal Services will… |
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Massachusetts Obituaries 11/13/08
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