AMBROGIO, Caroline (Zani) Of Natick, formerly of Wellesley, died peacefully in the comfort of her family, on December 9, 2008. Loving and devoted mother of Dorothy C. Ambrogio of Natick; Charles J. Ambrogio, Jr. of Newmarket, NH; Frank L. Ambrogio of Ashland and Edward P. Ambrogio of Watertown. Sister of Helen Merlino of Wellesley. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Wife of the late Charles J. Ambrogio. Visitations on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at the John C. Bryant Funeral Home, 56 Pemberton Rd (Off Route 30), Cochituate Village, WAYLAND. Family and friends may gather at the funeral home on Sat., Dec. 13, 2008 at 9:00 am followed by her Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 am at St. Zepherin Church, Route 27, Cochituate Village, Wayland. Interment to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Needham. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be sent to the Mary Ann Morse Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, attn: Activity Fund, 45 Union St., Natick, MA 01760. |
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Amie Nicole (Arnold) Martin, wife of William H. Martin, Jr, of Taunton died unexpectedly at the home of her mother on Sunday afternoon.  Born in Taunton on March 17, 1982, she was the daughter of Mary Espinoza, Dennis and Cathy Bartel  and step daughter of James Burch all of Taunton.  Amie was employed as an accounts receivable clerk by Keystone Automotive in Taunton and she also had been a waitress for Ruby Tuesday’s.  She attended St Andrew the Great Church. She enjoyed working out and visiting the gym.  Besides her husband William of Taunton and her parents she is survived by her children Caiden, Connor and Brynna.  She is the granddaughter of Mary Arnold, Peter and Shirley Lawrence, Joseph Batel, Sr all of Taunton and the late Sandra Bartel and the late Richard Arnold.   Amie is the sister of Rachael and Robert Espinoza, Heather, Leah and Kaytie Tokarz; Brooke Burch; Layne, Cullen and Cierra Bartel all of Taunton.  She is also survived by several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.  Amie is the daughter in law of Donna and David Roy of Waterford, VT and the sister in law of Crystal, Tasha and Joshua Martin.  Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in St Andrew the Great Church, (Tremont St. facility) on Saturday Dec. 13. 2008 at 10 AM.  Visiting hours on Friday from 5-8PM in the Crapo-Hathaway Funeral Home, 350 Somerset Ave. ( Route 138 South) Taunton. In lieu of flowers, donations to Amie’s children would be appreciated.  To light a candle, get directions or to access the memorial register go to www.hathawyfunerals.com   |
BAKER, Bernard W. Sr. Of West Somerville, formerly of the West End of Boston, Dec. 7. Beloved husband of the late Leona (Giannelli). Loving father of Stefanie Merrill & her husband Steven of Burlington, Pamela Chaves & her husband Danny of Somerville, Dean Baker & his wife Rita of Somerville, Bernard W. Baker, Jr. & his wife Lisa of Reading. Brother of James Baker & the late John Baker. Grandfather of Cailyn, Caleigh, Cameron, & Christopher Merrill, Jillian Chaves, Deano, Julia, Jessica & Haley Baker. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Clement Church, 70 Warner St., Medford, on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. Memorials in Bernie's name may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St., Building 9, Lawrence, MA 01843. Funeral under the direction of the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, BURLINGTON. For obituary & online guestbook see |
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and friends are invited to attend. Visitation Thursday morning beginning at 8:30am. Interment New Westwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Margaret's name to the Breast Cancer Fund, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244 Holden-Dunn-Lawler 781-326-0074 |
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ARRANGEMENTS: His funeral will be held on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008 at 11 a.m. in the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St., Peabody. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours are Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Lynn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his son's name, Ryan James Bates, c/o 3 Hillview Dr., Groveland, MA 01834. For directions, online obituary and guest book, visit |
hours will be Thursday, December 11 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the funeral home. A Dahngark service will be held during the visiting hours. Memorial donations may be made to the Armenian Church of Our Saviour, 87 Salisbury St., Worcester, MA 01609. For directions and online condolences please visit www.callahanfay.com |
GROTON Mary P. (Parkinson) (Shaw) (Curley) Bickford, 88, of Groton, died Dec. 7, in Emerson Hospital. Born in Boston, May 9, 1920, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Donnellan) Parkinson. She lived in the Boston area and worked for Schraft Candy, B.F. Goodrich and Digital Equipment Corporation. She was a hard worker who enjoyed bingo and traveling to Foxwoods. She was the widow of the late Arthur J. Bickford Jr., who died in 1996, and was predeceased by her sisters and brother. Survived by two daughters, Mary Pat Bunn, of Groton and Ruthanne Remillet of Haverhill; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a great great-granddaughter. Also several nieces and nephews. Visiting hour will be at the Badger Funeral Home, 45 School St., Groton, Thursday, from 9-10 a.m., followed by a funeral service. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her name to a charity of your choice. |
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and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday from 4:00-8:00 PM. Interment St. Patricks Cemetery, Watertown. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Belmont Council on Aging, 23 Oakley Road, Belmont, MA. 02478. On line guest book at |
KINGSTON Theresa M. Borsari, of Kingston died on December 9, 2008. She was 71 years old. Mrs. Borsari was raised and educated in Plymouth. She worked at the Jordan Hospital in Plymouth for 35 years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Beloved wife of the late Carl J. Borsari. Loving mother of Carla, Joseph, Paula, Daniel, and Susan. Daughter of the late Phyllis (Vincent) and Joseph Furtado. Cherished grandmother of Adam, Joshua, Christopher, Carl, Nicholas, Benjamin, Derek, Craig, Daniel, Nichole, Ivy, and Kara. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, December 12th from 5-8:00 p.m. at the Shepherd Funeral Home, 216 Main St (Rt. 106) Kingston. A funeral service will be held at the Shepherd Funeral Home in Kingston on Saturday, December 13th at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Plymouth. To offer condolences, or for directions please visit shepherdfuneralhome.com |
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and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 4-7pm. Interment at Lindenwood Cemetery, Stoneham. For obit/directions/guestbook, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home Stoneham 781-438-0405 |
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QUINCY Florence E. (Brundige) Cadogan- 75, of Quincy formerly of Weymouth passed away at the Marina Bay Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Quincy on Sunday, December 7, 2008. She was a former resident of Dorchester and Weymouth before moving to Quincy 9 years ago. She was a Communicant of St. Marys Church in West Quincy and a former Communicant of St. Albert the Great Parish in Weymouth. She was best known for her selflessness, unconditional love and dedication to her family. She was the wife of the late John M. Cadogan. She is survived by a daughter Brenda Martin of Buckingham, Virginia and a son Joseph Cadogan of Newport, New Hampshire. She is also survived by five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is survived by her brother Robert Brundige of Merrimack, New Hampshire and a sister Julia Whitford of Brockton. She was the sister of the late John, Arthur and Joseph Brundige and Theresa Ahern and Mary McDonald. There will be a gathering at the Mortimer N. Peck- Russell Peck Funeral Home, 870 Broad Street (opposite the US Post Office, Jackson square) EAST WEYMOUTH Thursday at 8:45am. There will be a procession to St. Marys Church, 95 Crescent Street QUINCY for a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Reverend Father Dominic Menna will be the celebrant. Relatives and Friends are invited. Visiting hours will be today (Wednesday) from 6-8 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Burial will be ad Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester Donations in memory of Florence may be sent to: The Center for Mindfulness Stress Reduction Program, c/o of the University of Mass Memorial Foundation, 333 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. |
CALL, Lillian A. Retired partner of BDO Seidman, died November 29 at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut. She was 90. Born in Salem, NH to Norman and Ada (Messiah) Call, she was an avid skier and basketball player throughout her school-aged years, and an active member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. During WWII, Ms. Call served at Portsmouth Navy Yard as a transportation officer. She graduated from Bentley School of Accounting and Finance (Bentley College) in 1960 and remained a generous supporter. Ms. Call rose in her profession to become one of the first women named partner of a Boston Big-Five accounting firm. In 1983, she retired from the public accounting profession to the home she shared with her sister Esther (deceased) in Bedford, NH. A personal mentor and professional coach, she will be remembered by her partners and clients for her self-sacrificing professionalism. Ms. Call is survived by her sister Elsie Grover, of Glastonbury, CT, with whom she lived since 2004, and by her sister-in-law Mrs. Frederick (Florence) Call, Topsham, ME. She was predeceased by her sister Esther and brothers Norman and Frederick. She will be fondly remembered by nieces and nephews for her tireless and unconditional support, her enchanting social graces, and for having been the model of a modern woman who burned the midnight oil above the glass ceiling. Memorial Service celebrating the life of Lillian A. Call will be held at Pleasant Street United Methodist Church, 8 Pleasant Street, Salem, NH on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be sent to the Memorial Fund of Pleasant Street United Methodist Church, Salem, NH. |
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CALLAHAN, Joan G. (Carter) Of Malden, Dec. 8th. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence G. Callahan. Devoted mother of the John J. P. Callahan of NH, Colin X.J. Callahan and wife Catherine of TN, Shavaun M.T. Callahan of Malden, and the late Michael C. Callahan. Cherished sister of Spencer George and wife Sandra. Devoted grandmother of Alexandra, Riley, Gabriel, and Eric. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Funeral from the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem St. MALDEN, on Friday, Dec 12, at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church, 770 Salem St., Malden, at 10AM. Interment to follow in Mt. Feake Cemetery, Waltham. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thurs, Dec 11th, from 4 - 8 PM. Contributions in Joan's memory may be made to: Bread of Life, 511 Main St., Malden MA 02148 For obituary and directions, |
CANAVAN, Alexander M. Peacefully joined the Lord surrounded by his family at Massachusetts General Hospital on December 6, 2008, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was 72. Alex of Pembroke, formerly of Hingham and Braintree, Potomac and Rockville, MD and Mount Lebanon, PA, was born in Weymouth to his late parents, John J. Canavan, Sr., and Doris Alexander Canavan. He is survived by his sisters, Marie and Louise Canavan of Braintree, and predeceased by his two brothers, John J. Canavan, Jr., and George T. Canavan, and sister Anne D. Canavan. For 45 years, he was the beloved husband to Maureen (Barents) Canavan of Pittsfield, MA, and devoted father of James Canavan, married to Kimberly (Bennett) Canavan of Barre, VT; David Canavan, married to Dona (Cannon) Canavan of Weymouth; and Christine (Canavan) Paupore, married to Brian Paupore of Chicago, IL. He was also the proud grandfather of Allison, David, Jonathan, Rebecca and Ryan Canavan. He was a beloved uncle, friend and colleague to many. A graduate of Archbishop Williams High School in 1955 and Providence College in 1959, Alex became proprietor of a successful temporary employment agency in Boston. Later he reinvented himself as general manager and sales manager of WEZE Radio, combining his skills in sales with his love for Christian ministry for 16 years. His zeal for Jesus Christ and desire for others to come to know the Lord as their Savior touched the hearts and souls of many. Dedicated to community outreach, Alex was President of the Jaycee's in Mount Lebanon, PA, in the 1970's and the International Director of Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship International for 25 years. He was also an avid Steelers fan while living in Pennsylvania and known by many of the players during the 1970's, and he became a loyal Patriots fan and a frequent game attendee. Visitation will be held Friday, December 12, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm, at the McDonald Funeral Home, on Route 18 in SOUTH WEYMOUTH. A celebration service will be held Saturday, December 13, at 3 pm, at South Shore Baptist Church, 578 Main Street in Hingham. A private burial will be held at the Village Cemetery in Weymouth. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in honor of Alex Canavan to The Yawkey 8 Infusion Unit of the MGH Cancer Center, 55 Fruit St., Yawkey 8E, Boston, MA 02114. |
BRAINTREE Mary Alice (Draghetti) Carlino, age 93, passed away peacefully on December 7 at the Royal Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Braintree. She was born in Springfield, MA and has lived in Braintree her entire life. She worked as a nurse's aide at the Braintree Manor for many years, as well as a banquet waitress for Basile Caterers. She was a member of the Ladies Lodge of the Sons of Italy in Braintree. Mary was the beloved wife of the late Rocco R. Carlino. Devoted mother of Rosemarie Bonani of Holbrook, Rocco and his wife Ania of Pembroke and John and his wife Judi of Brockton. Sister of Gene Draghetti of Louisiana. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Mary will be remembered for her wonderful giving spirit as well as her sense of humor. She enjoyed travel around this country as well as Italy. She was a wonderful cook and passed on her legacy to several grandchildren, especially her "homemade pasta and tortellini". Visiting hours are omitted and burial will be private Donations may be made in Mary's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the McMaster Funeral Home, 86 Franklin St., Braintree. |
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Marion E. (Lund) Charbonneau died quietly on November 26, 2008 at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Marion was born on March 30, 1921 in Worcester, MA, the daughter of Elizabeth and Fretiof Lund. In addition to her mother, she was raised by an extended family of aunts and uncles, Anne, Marion, David and William Brown and her grandmother, Jane Murray. Marion lived most of her life in Auburn, Massachusetts and retired from the former Paul Revere Insurance Company in 1983. She was an active member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Auburn, and after retiring, enjoyed spending time at the Auburn Senior Center, where she was a self-proclaimed Trivial Pursuit champion. She loved to read and later in life became an avid Red Sox fan. She also dearly loved her cats Mitzie and Chloe and enjoyed spoiling them. In 2002 she moved to Albuquerque, NM where she was lovingly cared for by her son Paul and his wife Elizabeth. She was the wife of the late Raoul Pepin who died in 1980 and Herve Charbonneau who died in 2002. Marion also leaves behind three daughters, Janice Strout of Auburn, MA, Joan Adcock and her husband Charles of Charlton, MA, and Elaine Ayer and her husband Fred of Portland, ME and a step-daughter, Ann Michaud and her husband Jim of Hallowell, ME. She was predeceased by her two brothers, Carl and Russell Lund. She is also survived by nine grandhcildren and seven great-grandhcildren. Following a private family gathering, interment will be at the Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton, MA in the Spring. |
Marjorie L. Charles RANDOLPH Marjorie L. (Gerard) Charles, 86 years of age, passed away at the home of her daughter, Lois Navarro, in Plymouth, Monday evening. She was born in Boston and had resided in Dorchester before moving to Randolph a number of years ago. More recently, she had been living with her daughter in Plymouth. She was a homemaker devoted to her family and was a member of the auxiliary of the American Legion in Dorchester. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed watching bowling on television. She was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church in Dorchester. She was the wife of the late Walter L. Charles; and the devoted mother of Wallace L. Charles married to Joanne Charles of Plymouth, Lois E. Navarro married to Andrew Navarro of Plymouth and Jan M. Comis married to David A. Comis of Raynham. She is also survived by four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was the grandmother of the late David C. Comis and sister of the late Carl Gerard, Hazel Larson and Arthur Gerard. A funeral service will be held at the Mortimer N. Peck-Russell Peck Funeral Home, 516 Washington St., Braintree, Friday, at 11 a.m. The Rev. Michael Goddarz, of All Saints Church, Dorchester, will officiate. Burial will be at Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Visiting hours will be Thursday, from 4-8 p.m., at the funeral home. |
and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours are Thursday from 4pm to 8pm. Interment private. Memorial donations may be made to: The Boston Home, 2049 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester, MA 02124 |
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COLLIER, Abram T. Of Peterborough, NH, formerly of Wellesley, died on November 20, 2008, at the age of 95. Former President & CEO of New England Mutual Life Insurance Company. His wife, Judith Millican Collier, survives him. He is also survived by three daughters: Linda Kenerson of Wellesley, Debora Zug of Bryn Mawr, PA, Joyce Fearnside of Lexington, a son, Charles W. Collier, ten grandchildren and fourteen great-grand children. His wife Eleanor predeceased him. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 13, 2008, at 2:00 pm at the Unitarian Church in Peterborough. Memorial gifts may be given to the MacDowell Colony, 100 High St. Peterborough, NH 03458 or to the RiverMead Endowment Fund, 150 RiverMead Rd. Peterborough, NH 03458 |
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Lucy J. Conlon lifelong resident of Lowell; 55 Lowell Lucy J. Conlon, 55 years old, a lifelong resident of Lowell, died Tuesday evening, December 2nd, at the Lowell General Hospital. She was born in Lowell, on November 16, 1953, a daughter of the late Charles P. and Helen J. (Jarek) Conlon. She was educated in Middleboro. Lucy was devoted to family and friends and was an avid fan of soap operas, shopping and keeping in touch with friends and family. Her determination in spite of obstacles was well-known and she was admired by all for her independent spirit. Surviving her are a sister, Susan E. Smith, of Lowell; nieces and nephews, Melanie A. and her husband Gregory Moran, Robert W. Smith, Jr., David R. Smith, and Patrick R. Smith; great nieces, Rebecca Smith, Rebecca Moran and Olivia Moran; and great nephew, Gregory Moran; also several aunts, uncles, cousins and life-long friends Paula, Susan and Judy. She was the beloved niece of the late Sally Conlon, and Daniel and Rosetta O'Donnell; and sister-in-law of the late Robert W. Smith, as well as several other aunts, uncles and cousins. CONLON At her request there will be no calling hours. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass to be offered on Saturday, December 13th at 10am at ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH, Lowell. Private committal. Donations in Lucy's memory may be can be made to the charity of one's choice or to: KIDS in Disability Sports, 220 Pawtucket St, Lowell, MA 01854. Arrangements by Mahoney Funeral Home. www.mahoneyfuneralhome.com |
and friends kindly invited. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Visiting hours at the Funeral Home, Thurs., Dec. 11, 3-8 PM. Donations in memory of Anne may be made to St. Catherine Parish, 547 Washington St., Norwood, MA 02062. For remembrances and condolences visit www.mem.com Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood, 781-762-0174 |
and friends invited to attend. Funeral Home Visiting Hours Thursday 3-8. Burial is private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Frank's memory to the 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. Frank was a veteran of the Korean War US Army Corps of Engineers. For info, directions and register book visit |
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COPLAND, Raibeart Young 79, longtime resident of Wellesley MA, died Wednesday, November 26, 2008. Loving husband for 55 years of Sheila; Father and Father-in-law of Rick and his wife Karyn, Caryl and her husband Michael and Ian and his wife Ann-Marie. Granpa to Andrew, Samantha, Jeffrey, Lisa, Kylie and Thomas Raibeart. After a long illness Rai passed away peacefully leaving his family with memories of his wonderful smile and his happy life. A memorial service will be held in April to celebrate his eightieth birthday. |
Dorothy Cote of Gardner; 79 Gardner Dorothy Cote, 79, of Gardner, died Thursday morning, December 4, 2008, in Heywood Hospital Gardner after an illness. . Dorothy was born on September 20,1929 in Fitchburg the daughter of Edmund and Rose A. (Pichette) Cote and lived in Fitchburg. She also lived in Munson, Ma. for 32 years before moving to Gardner, Ma. in 2000. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Fitchburg. She leaves her brother Bernard Cote of Petersham, Ma; her sisters Rita F. Dunn of Baldwinville, Ma. and Claire Y. Johnson of Holden, Ma. She also leaves several nephews and nieces. COTE A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 11,2008 at 11:30am at the Pieta Chapel in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Fitchburg. There are no Calling hours. The Lavery Chartrand & Alario Funeral Home, 99 Summer St, Fitchburg, is directing the arrangements. |
and friends invited. Visiting Hours Friday 5-7. Parking at Pemberton Farms. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery, South Dennis, Saturday at 1 pm. Please visit |
Robert R. Courtemanche of Deerfield Beach, FL, formerly of Fitchburg Deerfield Beach, FL Robert R. Courtemanche, age 84, of Deerfield Beach, FL, died December 3, 2008. Born in Marlboro, Ma on December 6, 1923 to George Courtemanche and Lydia Ledoux, he was a former resident of Fitchburg and Leominster. A 38 year resdient, he was a World War II Veteran, and served in the Korean Conflict and the Air Force Reserves, before retiring from the Sears, Roebuck Co. Predeceased by his first wife of 50 years, Alice (St. Cyr) Courtemanche in 1998, he is survived by his children, David R. Courtemanche of Deerfield Beach, FL, Diane R. Ouellette and her husband Leo of Fitchburg, Dale A. Schepis and her husband Nick of Pompano Beach, FL, Della J. Patron of Weston, FL, and Daniel A. Courtemanche and his wife Genese of Live Oak, FL; grandchildren, Melissa (Ouellette) Rossi and her husband Scott of Fitchburg, Daniel and David Courtemanche of Live Oak, FL and Shannon Patron of Weston, FL; great-grandchildren, Deanna, Alicia and Megan Rossi of Fitchburg; niece, Nancy McGuinness of Port St. Lucie, FL. He is also survived by his current wife of nine years, Lorraine (Rheault) Prouix Courtemanche; five step-sons, Joey, Bobby, Russell, David and Troy; one step-daughter, Cindy. He is also predeceased by gradndaughter Melanie Ouellette, and brothers, George and Edgar Courtemanche, and sister Rose Morand. COURTEMANCHE Graveside Services will be at a later date. Arrangements are by the Kraeer/Becker Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Deerfield Beach, FL. |
CRAWLEY, Norman R. Jr. 78, originally of Wenham MA, passed away on December 3, 2008 at his home in Braintree, MA. He was the son of the late Norman R. Crawley & Beatrice Thurston Hamblin Crawley. Educated in Wenham MA public schools, where his mother was an English teacher, he graduated from Beverly High School and Northeastern University. He was a member of the military service, having served during the Korean conflict. For over a half century, he has been the owner and president of Crawley & Company Incorporated, an advertising, public relations and sales promotion company. Norman Crawley was an Eagle Scout and and active adult Scouter, having served on the executive boards of the Boston Council, Old Colony Council, and the Cape & Islands Council, Boy Scouts of America. Active in Rotary, he has been recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow. Active in boating, he was a member and officer of the Charles River Yacht Club in Cambridge, MA and the Bare Cove Power & Sail Squadron. He was a Shriner and member of the Old Colony Masonic Lodge, Hingham MA. Per Mr. Crawley's request, no services will be held. |
and friends invited. On Thurs., Dec. 11, the reception of Rev. Cronin into St. Catherine of Alexandria Church will be held at 3:00 PM. Rev. Cronin will lie in state in St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 107 No. Main Street, Westford, from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. C. Frank Linnehan & Son Haverhill and Bradford |
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CUOMO, Regina S. Of Orleans, November 30, 2008. Formerly of Sudbury, MA at age 69. Beloved wife of Ralph A. Cuomo. Mother of Christina A. Cuomo of Somerville and of Peter J. Cuomo of Brookline. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, December 5 at St. Joan of Arc, 61 Canal Rd., Orleans, MA at 11:00 AM. Interment will take place Friday afternoon at 2:30 PM at Massachusetts National Cemetery, off Connery Avenue, Bourne, MA. Out of respect for her wishes as well as those of the family, there will be no calling hours and flowers are to be omitted. Those wishing to make donations may direct them to Regina's beloved alma mater: Wilson College, 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201-2010 in memory of Regina (Shaputnic) Cuomo, Class of '61. |
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DANDURAND, Gloria C. (Demeo) Of Jamaica Plain, Dec. 8th. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements by the Mann & Rodgers Funeral Home, JAMAICA PLAIN, 617-522-2500 |
and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday evening from 4-8. Childrens' room available. In lieu of flowers, all donations in Jennie's memory can be made to Stratford Street United Church, 77 Stratford St., West Roxury, MA 02132. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery. For directions and guestbook visit:, Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home Hyde Park 617-361-3216 |
DeLUCA, Thomas D. Age 74, Dec. 8th, of Tewksbury formerly of Watertown, Korean War Navy Vet., Retired supervisor for the B.F. Goodrich Co. Beloved husband of 51 years to Ada (Alberico). Devoted father of Phyllis Gill and her husband Paul, Angela DeLuca Joyce and her husband Lance, and Maria Rappold all of Tewksbury. Doting grandfather of Matthew Gill, Steffanie and Sarah DeLuca-Gifford (and their father Russell Gifford), True and Jonah Rappold (and their father Bryan Rappold). Brother of Ralph DeLuca and his wife Doreen of Winchester, Michael DeLuca and his wife Licia of Tewksbury, John DeLuca and his partner Gene Pesce of Orlando, FL, Rose DeLuca and her husband Steve Cotter of North Andover and the late Anthony DeLuca. He also leaves many nieces and nephews. Calling hours Thursday, Dec. 11th, from 3-7 p.m., at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St., TEWKSBURY. Funeral Friday at 9 a.m. from the funeral home, followed by his Funeral Mass at 10 a.m., at St. William's Church, 1351 Main St., Rte. 38, Tewksbury. Interment at St. Mary Cemetery, Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Greater Lowell VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 1965, Lowell, MA 01852 are requested. For directions and obituarysee |
Thomas Domenic DeLuca of Tewksbury; 74 Tewksbury Thomas Domenic DeLuca, age 74, a Tewksbury resident for 36 years, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2008 at Saints Medical Center in Lowell. He was the devoted husband of Ada (Alberico) DeLuca, with whom he celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary on June 22nd. Born in Boston on May 5, 1934, he was the son of the late Ralph and Phyllis (Demetrio) DeLuca. Mr. DeLuca was raised in Watertown, attended Sacred Heart Parochial School and the Boston Trade School. In 1952, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War aboard the USS Ellyson. He was awarded several decorations for his military service including the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Navy Occupation Service Medal. He resided in Watertown until moving to Tewksbury in 1972. Mr. DeLuca was a communicant of Saint William's Parish of Tewksbury. Prior to his retirement in 1983, he was employed as a supervisor by the B.F. Goodrich Tire Company, where he worked for 27 years. Mr. DeLuca was a frequent visitor to the Tewksbury Senior Drop-In-Center and a member of the Tewksbury Golden Age Club. He enjoyed completing puzzles and the numerous trips taken with the Tewksbury Golden Age Club. In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived three daughters, Phyllis Gill and her husband Paul, Angela DeLuca Joyce and her husband Lance and Maria Rappold all of Tewksbury; five grandchildren, Matthew Gill, Steffanie and Sarah DeLuca-Gifford (and their father Russell Gifford), True and Jonah Rappold (and their father Bryan Rappold); three brothers, Ralph DeLuca and his wife Doreen of Winchester, Michael DeLuca and his wife Licia of Tewksbury and John DeLuca and his partner Gene Pesce of Orlando, FL; one sister, Rose DeLuca and her husband Steve Cotter of North Andover; also many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Anthony DeLuca. DeLUCA Thomas D. Calling hours Thursday, December 11th, from 3-7pm (G.A.C. service at 3:30pm) at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St, Tewksbury. Funeral Friday at 9am from the funeral home, followed by his Funeral Mass at 10am at St. William's Church, 1351 Main St, Rte. 38, Tewksbury. Interment at St. Mary Cemetery, Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Greater Lowell VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 1965, Lowell, MA 01852 are requested. www.farmeranddee.com |
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DEAN, Elizabeth (Wilson) In Laconia, NH, formerly of Newton, on Dec 9, 2008. Wife of the late Albert F. Dean. Loving mother of Keith Dean and his wife Karin of Hull, Susan Dean-Olson and her husband David of Wolfeboro NH and Dr. James Dean and his wife Craig of Hope, ME. Grandmother Jason and his wife Carrie and Adam and his wife Lauren and great-grandmother of Elizabeth, Mackenzie, Brooke and Jacob. Sister of Anne Muldoon, Susan Harrison and Martha Madden. Funeral services will be private. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. WW II Womens Royal Air Force Veteran. For obit or to send a note of condolence, Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home 617-244-2034 |
QUINCY Fileno DelMonte, a lifelong resident of Quincy, died Monday December 8, at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a brief illness. He was 89. Mr. DelMonte was the loving husband of the late Florence (Azzato) DelMonte. Born in Quincy on April 23, 1919, Mr. DelMonte was the son of the late Berardino and Rafailia (DiCenso) DelMonte. He attended Quincy schools and worked for 27 years for Grossmans, formerly of Quincy. Mr. DelMonte served in the US ARMY during WWII and was a Purple Heart recipient. He was also a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Mr. DelMonte is survived by his son Richard DelMonte and his wife Sheena of Weymouth. He is also survived by his granddaughter Laura. Mr. DelMonte was the brother of the late John DelMonte, Tillio DelMonte, Palmera Mascioli and Philomena Ricci. His funeral will be from the Bolea-Buonfiglio Funeral Home, 116 Franklin St., Quincy on Friday December 12 at 9 a.m. Followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Johns Church 44 School St., Quincy at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours are Thursday 4-8 p.m. Interment in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. |
DEMPSEY, Martha L. (Bowman) Of Hingham, formerly of Dedham. Died December 1, at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Welman H. Dempsey. Loving mother of Linda Dempsey of Weymouth, Leslie Brousseau & her husband Steve of Georgia, Laurie Hall and her husband Jim of Scituate, Scott Dempsey of South Carolina, Steve Dempsey and his wife Keri of Georgia and the late Susan D. Baer. Dear sister of Frederick Bowman of Jamaica Plain. Cherished grandmother of Megan, Lauren, Erin, Justin, Gregory, Drew, Grace, Lily, Ryan, Alexandra, Jack, Brianna, Katie and Julia. A memorial service will be held at Allin Congregational Church, 683 High St., Dedham on Saturday, December 20, at 10:00 a.m. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, Martha asked that donations be made to , 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, Texas 75244. Please visit our website for online guest book. Folsom Funeral Home |
and friends are kindly invited to attend. Calling hours prior to service 9:30-11AM. Donations in his memory may be made to the Animal Rescue League of Boston, PO Box 55764, Boston, MA 02205 or to the Museum of Stamps & Postal History, 235 Wellesley St. at Regis College, Weston, MA 02493. Interment private. Douglass Funeral Home Lexington 781-862-1800 |
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Jacqueline H. (Dirsa) Dickie, 74, of Worcester died Sunday December 7, 2008 in her home with her family. Her husband, Charles Dickie died in 1992. She leaves a daughter, Kim Flynn and her husband James, with whom she lived; two grandsons, David M. and James R. Dickie; a brother, James Dirsa, all of Worcester and nieces and nephews. She was born in Worcester, a daughter of James and Helen (Kingas) Dirsa. Mrs. Dickie was a printer for over 32 years at Paul Revere Life Insurance Company prior to retiring. She graduated from Commerce High School. Jacqueline was an excellent and creative cook. Besides her family, she also enjoyed reading, swimming and walking. The funeral will be held on Thursday, December 11, with a service at 7:45 p.m. in HENRY - DIRSA FUNERAL HOME, 33 Ward St. Calling hours in the funeral home will be Thursday, December 11, from 6:00 to 7:45 p.m. www.worcesterfuneral.com |
HOLBROOK Paul F. Donovan, died December 8, 2008 at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton after a long illness. He was 81. Paul was born in Boston and grew up and was educated in Cambridge. He was a resident of Holbrook for 51 years. Paul was a draftsman for many years retiring in 1992. He was a member of the Amvet's Post #51 in Randolph and enjoyed going to Foxwood's. The beloved husband of Dorothy E. (MeNeilly) Donovan. Father of Marcia Clark of Mashpee, Gregg Donovan of Holbrook, Todd Donovan of Quincy, Shawn Donovan of Somerville, Cindy Tino and Scott Donovan both Easton, Kerry Moran of Holbrook and the late Paul Donovan. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held in the Hurley Funeral Home 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt.37) Holbrook, Friday at 10:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. Interment Mass National Cemetery, Bourne. Late US Army WWII Veteran. |
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HARWICH Marjorie Betty (Kent) Dowd, 81, of Harwich, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away peacefully, at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center, Brockton, Dec. 7. Born in Acton, Betty graduated from Bridgewater High School, Class of 1945. She married her childhood friend, Bill, whom she was married to for over 39 years. Betty enjoyed gardening, painting and playing the piano. She was a die hard Red Sox fan and a former member of the Cape Chordaires. Betty was the loving wife of the late William C. Dowd; loving and devoted mother of Ann C. Dowd of Harwich, John W. Dowd of Bridgewater, William C. Dowd Jr. of Lake Dillon, Colo., Patrick M. Dowd of Brewster and the late Lance Corporal Lawrence K. Dowd; proud grandmother of Lauren K.D. Foster of East Bridgewater, John W. Dowd Jr. of Las Vegas, Daniel J. Dowd of East Taunton, James A. Perry of Shrewsbury, Elizabeth A. Perry of New York City, Lawrence D. Perry of Los Angeles and Julia A. Dowd of Harwich; great-grandmother of John William Dowd III and Addison Dowd of Las Vegas and soon-to-be Abigail Katherine Foster of East Bridgewater. Late sister of Dorothy Barney. Funeral from the Prophett-Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St., Bridgewater, Friday, Dec. 12, at 8 a.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Bridgewater, at 9 a.m. Interment in St. Thom-as Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Betty requested that you send a Christmas care package to any soldier serving his or her country overseas, please call your local veteran's agent for help. Bettys family would like to thank the nursing staff and physicians at Braemoor Nursing Home and Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center for their support and for making the final days of their mother as comfortable as possible. |
and friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 3-7 P.M. Interment Belmont Cemetery. Late member Court St. Elizabeth C.D.A. # 446 and member Haggerty Seniors Group, Cambridge. Contributions in her memory to the Catholic Daughters of America, 62 Cushing St. Medford, MA 02155 or to Maristhill Nursing Home, 66 Newton St. Waltham, MA 02453 would be appreciated. Stanton Funeral Service, Inc. |
SOUTH BOSTON Ann A. Elledge, of South Boston, December 7, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Benard Elledge. Daughter of the late Michael and Hannah(Burke) Clougherty. Loving mother of Carl Elledge of Scituate, Jean Coppolino of Braintree and Barbara Connors of Raynham. Loving sister of Barbara Doherty of South Boston, Catherine Galewski of South Boston and the late Mary Duggan, Margaret ONeil and John Clougherty. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral from The OBrien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester Street, South Boston, Thursday at 9:00AM. Funeral Mass in St. Augustines Cemetery Chapel at 10:00AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8PM. Interment VA National Cemetery, Bourne Thursday at 12:45PM. |
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Carolyn L. Erickson HINGHAM Carolyn L. (Barker) Erickson of Hingham formerly of Braintree died Sunday December 7, 2008 at her home in Linden Ponds, Hingham. She was 82 years of age. Beloved wife of 60 years of Richard L. Erickson. Devoted mother of Gary D. Erickson of Avon and Karen L. Gabriel of Braintree. Sister of Harry O. Barker Jr. of Milford, NJ. Loving grandmother of Lisa Ouellette of Melrose and Kristin and Shawn Gabriel of Braintree. A Memorial Service will be celebrated in the Seasons Catering Room at Linden Ponds, Rte 53, Hingham on Friday December 12, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Relatives and friends invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Carolyns memory to the Hospice of the South Shore, 100 Bay State Dr., Braintree, MA. 02185. mcdonald-funeralhomes.com |
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John E. Faron, 79, of Worcester died on Tuesday, December 9, at his home after an illness. Mr. Faron is survived by three daughters, Sharon Zapasnik and Donna Bouffard both of Worcester, and Judith Dupont of Missouri; and two sisters, Mary Houston and Dorothy Dunnebier both of Florida. He was born in Framingham, son of the late Joseph and Helen (White) Faron, and is predeceased by two sons, John and Thomas Faron, and a brother Joseph Faron. John worked as a laborer in the construction industry for many years before his retirement. He is also a veteran of the United States Navy and served during WWII and the Korean Conflict. Mr. Faron enjoyed talking day trips to the casino and dog racing. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, December 11th from 5 to 7 PM in the Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Hammond Street. Burial will be at a later date in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to the VA Boston Health Care System Attn: Volunteer Services West Roxbury Campus, 1400 VFW Pkwy, West Roxbury, MA 02132. For directions and an online guestbook please visit www.Royfuneral.com |
Maureen C. (McCarthy) Fitman, 71, of Worcester, died Monday, December 8th in her home. Her husband of 43 years, Donald T. Fitman, died in 2004. She leaves four sons: Kevin M. Fitman and his wife Lisa of Spencer, Neil J. Fitman and his wife Ann of Whitinsville, Donald P. Fitman and his wife Donna of Worcester and Thomas J. Fitman and his wife Julie of Sutton; her daughter, Kathleen A. Sherman and her husband Craig of Worcester; three brothers: Michael J. McCarthy and his wife Mary of Auburn, Roger J. McCarthy and his wife Marilyn of Worcester and Sean F. McCarthy of Henderson, NV; two sisters: Ann F. Burkhardt and her husband John of Boylston and Eileen M. Gosselin and her husband John of Northbridge; eleven grandchildren: Tyler, Austin, Michael, Joseph, Nicholas, Andrew, Devin, Madison, Delaney, Isabella and Erin; many nephews and nieces. She was born in Twickenham, England, the daughter of Roger and Anne (Stokes) McCarthy. Mrs. Fitman was a 1955 graduate of South High School. She was employed by several local companies as a payroll clerk and had most recently worked in the retail business. Mrs. Fitman was a member of St. Peter's Church. She enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren and attending their different activities. Mrs. Fitman was very proud of her heritage. She was an avid Boston sports fan and enjoyed the theatre. The funeral is Friday, December 12th from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with a Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Peter's Church, 931 Main Street. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday, December 11th from 3:00 until 7:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association of Massachusetts, 460 Totten Pond Road, Suite 400, Waltham, MA 02451. oconnorbrothers.com |
may call at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Ave, DRACUT, on Thursday from 4 until 8pm. Her funeral will be held from the funeral home on Friday at 7:45am, followed by her Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 9am at St. Francis Church in Dracut. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery in Lowell. Those who wish may make donations in her name to either the Saints Medical Cancer Center, 1 Hospital Dr, Lowell, MA 01852, or to St. Francis Church, 115 Wheeler Rd, Dracut, MA 01826. For online condolences and directions visit dracutfuneralhome.com. |
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BRAINTREE Constance F. (Califano) Foti, 87, a lifelong resident of Braintree, died December 8, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. Beloved wife of 66 years of Vincent "Jim" J. Foti, Sr. Loving mother of Vincent J. Foti, Jr. and his wife Anne of Braintree and Cindy Daniels and her husband Jack of Canton. Grandmother of Julie, John, Jimmy and Jillian. Great-grandmother of Christopher, Colin and Dillon. Funeral arrangements are private and under the direction of the McMaster Funeral Home, 86 Franklin St., (Rte. 37) Braintree. |
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and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Interment Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Emma & Louis Galante Memorial Fund, PO Box 157, Readville, MA 02137-0157. Online guestbook and directions at, . George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham 781-326-0500 |
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and friends invited. Visiting hours Weds. 4-8. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, W. Roxbury. Donations may be made in his memory to the Home for Little Wanderers, Development Office, 161 So. Huntington St. Boston, MA.02130 |
GEBRE-MEDHIN, Jordan Of Cambridge, died December 8, 2008, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in Adi Quansi, Eritrea, he was the beloved husband of Priscilla Alice (Hill) Gebre-Medhin and the devoted father of Ben Hidru Gebre-Medhin of Berkeley, CA. Brother of Segereda, Gideon and the late Isaac Gebre-Medhin. Uncle to Leelai, Farousse, Yemsarach and Yeshi Negga, Feven, Thomas and Mekal Isaac, Sarah Levine and Emily Foley. He was a devoted teacher of countless students at Northeastern, an insightful scholar and author, and a good man. A Funeral Service will be held Sunday, December 14 at noon in Story Chapel, Mt. Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge. Anderson-Bryant Funeral Home 781-438-0135 |
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GIBSON, F. Warren Age 73, of Shrewsbury passed away Sunday, December 7, 2008 in the University of Massachusetts Hospital surrounded by family after being stricken ill earlier. Warren's wife of 41 years M. Patricia (McWhirter) Gibson passed away March 18th. Warren is survived by his two devoted children, Kathryn Gibson-Torres and her husband Luis of Shrewsbury. Paul A. Gibson and his wife Lisa of North Dartmouth; five cherished grandchildren, Alysa, Mayia, Andres, Ella and Will. Two brothers, Edwin Gibson and his wife Jane; William H. Gibson and his wife Jane all of Paris, Maine; a sister, Joan G. Wheeler and her husband Glen of McKenny, Texas; many nieces and nephews. Warren was born in Portland, Maine a son of Leslie and Annette (Stearns) Gibson. He graduated from West Paris High School, and earned his Bachelors degree from Bowdoin College in 1960, and served in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1962. He then graduated from Williams College school of Banking. Warren and Patricia lived and raised their family in Milton, MA most of their life before moving to Shrewsbury seven years ago. Warren worked inn the banking industry all his life. He was a banker for several banking firms in Maine and Massachusetts before retiring from Boston 5 cent savings bank. Warren was a simple man who enjoyed the company of his family especially his grandchildren. They were his joy. The funeral will be held Friday, December 12th from the Mercandante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation St., WORCESTER, with a Mass at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary of the Hills Church, 630 Cross St. Burial in Mt View Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family Thursday, December 11th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the , Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. |
HYANNIS —Mary A. Grace, 90, of Hyannis, born in New Bedford, died December 1st, 2008, at Cape Regency Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Domingos M. Grace. She was the beloved mother of Beverly Kitrell of Hyannis, MA; grandmother of Maria Petrov; and she was the sister of Joseph Cruz. She is survived by her sisters, Gloria Corchado of Dartmouth, Antonia Moore of Boston; and brother, Peter Cruz of Fairhaven. She was also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Doane Beal and Ames Funeral Home, 160 W. Main St., Hyannis, MA from 4-7 pm on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008. Burial will be at the National Cemetery on Friday Dec. 12, 2008 at 10:30 am. |
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HAPENNEY, John "Jack" 77 of North Bridgton, Maine, husband of Sally Schantz Hapenney, died Dec. 7, 2008. Memorial services at Bridgton Academy, North Bridgton, Maine Sunday Dec. 28th at 2pm. Memorials to Jack Hapenney Scholarship Fund, Bridgton Academy, North Bridgton, Maine 04009; The Kidney Foundation of Maine, P.O. Box 1134, Portland, Maine o4104 or Hospice House, 2236 Stetson Road, Auburn, Maine 04210. Online condolences may be left at |
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Louise B. Hendry WEYMOUTH Louise B. Luigi (Brunelle) Hendry, of Weymouth, a homemaker, died on Sunday, December 7, 2008, at the Harbor House Nursing Center in Hingham. She was 87 years of age. Born and raised in Woodsville, NH, she was a graduate of Haverhill Academy and Concord Business College. In earlier years she worked as an office manager at both Pratt & Whitney in Hartford and Aetna Insurance Co. She had lived in Weymouth since 1953 and was a longtime member of the Braintree Golf Club and a member of the Catholic Womens Club. She was also active in the PTA and volunteered as an election time poll worker in Weymouth for many years. Beloved wife of 60 years to William J. Hendry. Devoted mother of Dr. William J. Hendry married to Isabel of Wichita, KS and Dr. R. Michael Hendry of Atlanta, GA. Proud grandmother of Graham and Gina Hendry. Loving sister of the late: Wilfred Pete, Roger, Robert and Richard Brunelle and the late Dorothy Carter. Funeral from the McDonald Funeral Home, SOUTH WEYMOUTH, at 809 Main St. (Rte. 18 opp. South Shore Hospital), Friday at 9:00 a.m. Funeral Mass to follow in the Immaculate Conception Church at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday evening 3:00-8:00 p.m. Interment Veterans National Cemetery, Bourne. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com |
and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday evening 3:00-8:00 PM. Interment Veterans' National Cemetery, Bourne. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. |
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HORN, Alfred Jr. Age 83 of Pembroke formerly of Hanover, died Friday, December 5, 2008 at the Life Care Center in Scituate after a short illness. The son of the late Alfred and Anne (Best) Horn Sr., he was born in Quincy on August 23, 1925. Mr. Horn was raised and educated in Quincy and was a graduate of Boston State College and received a Masters Degree from Bridgewater State College. He served in the Navy during WWII on the USS Lionfish. He was employed as a School Teacher at Silver Lake Regional High School for 34 years. He was a member of the MA Teachers Association and a former member of the Hanover Lions Club. Mr. Horn is survived by his wife, Laura Jean (Keegan) Horn, 3 sons, Kenneth Horn of Pembroke, Brett Horn and Dana Horn both of Hanover , 1 daughter, Lori Hayes of Pembroke, 2 sisters, Irene Walker of Braintree and Mary Jones of CA and 5 grandchildren. He was the father of the late Susie Flanagan and brother of the late Buddy Horn, Mildred Flynn and Olive Crozier. Funeral Service on Saturday at 10 AM in First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 515 Hanover St., Rte 139 in Hanover. Interment in Mt. Wollaston Cemetery in Quincy. Visiting hours in the Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St., Rte 53 in HANOVER on Friday from 4-8 PM. For directions and an online guest book, visit, 781-878-0920 Family Owned & Operated Since 1897 |
and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Friday at 8:30 AM. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at 10 AM. Visitation prior to Mass. Burial in Milton Cemetery,Milton.Call 1-800-Keohaneorsee, for directions &onlinecondolences. |
HUGHES, Walter L. 93 of Peabody, MA and formerly of Bellport, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, November 30, 2008. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Lee Berger-Hughes of Arlington, VA and Judith Hughes of Boston and Gloucester, MA, two granddaughters and great granddaughter. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 12 at 3:00 p.m. at the MIT Chapel, 44 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to MIT for the Walter L. Hughes (1937) Memorial Fund. Checks should be mailed to: Attention: Bonny Kellermann, Director of the MIT Office of Memorial Gifts, 600, Memorial Dr. Room W98-500, Cambridge MA 02139. |
Marjorie C. Hunter of Laconia, formerly of Lowell & Chelmsford Laconia Marjorie C. Hunter passed away peacefully at Lakes Region General Hospital on December 7th surrounded by her family. Marjorie was born in Lowell, on October 11, 1931, the daughter of John J. & Helen (Hayward) Carr and was raised in Chelmsford. She graduated from Vermont Junior College in 1951. She was predeceased by her husband, J. Russell Hunter, in 1973 and her daughter, Ann H. Scott, in 1994. Marjorie is survived by her son, David R. Hunter, daughter-in-law, Kay Lea; granddaughters, Samantha and Jaime, of Meredith, NH. She is also survived by another son, James S. Hunter, daughter-in-law, Caroline; granddaughters, Courtney of Laguna Hills, Calif. and Cassie and a grandson, J. Russell, both of Gilford, NH; Marjorie's son-in-law, Jon R. Scott, his wife, Sarah, of Limerick, ME; granddaughters, Sara and Jeni Scott of Los Angeles, CA; Lee Burt, Marjorie's sister, has lived in Gilford for over 52 years; and many extended family members throughout the country. HUNTER A celebration of her life will be held at the Gilford Community Church, 19 Potter Hill Rd, Gilford, NH on December 12 at 10am. Burial will follow at 2:30pm at the family plot at Lake Grove Cemetery, Highland St, Holliston, Ma. Donations can be made in her memory to the Lakes Region General Hospital Hematology and Oncology dept., 80 Highland Street, Laconia, NH 03246. Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant St, Laconia, NH is in charge of the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com. |
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  JOAN E. A. VANDERLAAN, 75 of Topsham, died December 4, 2008 at Westrom House in Topsham.  She was born in Providence, Rhode Island March 26, 1933, daughter of Abilio and Elizabeth (Delaborre) Aguas.  She lived in the Bath area for the past 20 years having moved to Maine from Massachusetts.   Joan was “Mama Joan” to all she knew.  She made her career as a florist and was well known for spreading the word of her God, Jehovah.  Joan loved all of nature’s beauty, especially bird watching.  She will be missed dearly by all who knew her, especially her loving children.    Joan is survived by her sons, Steven Gildersleeve, Jeffrey Gildersleeve, Peter Gildersleeve, Todd Gildersleeve and Wodan Vanderlaan; daughters, Sue Ann Connors and Alexandora Gildersleeve; sister Antonia Leverone; 16 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.   Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 13th at Brunswick Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses with Overseer Bruce Crooker officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brunswick Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 22 Water Street, Brunswick, ME 04011.  Arrangements are under the care of Direct Cremation of Maine, 182 Waldo Avenue, Belfast.   |
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Stanley E. Kaliszewski, 91, of 28 Goddard St., died Monday, December 8 in Hubbard Regional Hospital after being stricken ill at home. He leaves his wife of 66 years, Irene T. (Zablocki) Kaliszewski; three sons, Carl Kaliszewski of Charlton, Mark Kaliszewski and his wife Linda of Webster and John Kaliszewski and his wife Donna of Dudley; four grandchildren, Matt, Aaron, Shelley and Samantha. Predeceased by a daughter Rita Kaliszewski in 1991. He was born in Dudley, the son of the late Anthony Kaliszewski and the late Eleanor (Fersz). He graduated from Bartlett High School. He served in the Army with the 379th Infantry from 6/27/1942 to 2/1/1946 seeing action in central Europe and at the battle of the Bulge. Stan was a member of the Iron Men of METZ. He worked as a Machinist Helper 27 years at the Morgan Construction Co. retiring in 1979. Mr. Kaliszewski was a member of St. Joseph Basilica. A member of P.A.V. , TSKK and American Legion Post 184. "Stan the Man" was an accomplished candlepin bowler and the T&Gchampion in 1947, 57 and runner up in 1961. His funeral will be FRIDAY DEC. 12 from Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Ave., Dudley with a Mass at 11:30 AM in St. Joseph Basilica, 53 Whitcomb St., Webster burial with military honors provided by the Webster Dudley Veterans Council will follow in St. Joseph Garden Of Peace Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are THURSDAY Dec. 11 from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Josephs Basilica or to a charity of ones choice. www.bartelfuneralhome.com |
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Veronica T. (Slack) Kimball, 85, died Sat., Dec. 6 at Oakdale Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. She was raised in Boylston, daughter of Thomas Slack and Gertrude Devaney. After high school Veronica began a career in the abrasives division of Norton Company where she worked for more than 40 years. She was an active member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church where she served as Eucharistic Minister and was a member of the Women's Club. She was also a volunteer at the Calvary Retreat Center in Shrewsbury. Veronica was predeceased by her husband Stephen; her sisters, Marie Angell and Marguerite Lemanski and four brothers, Peter, Bernard, Edward and Thomas Slack, Jr. She is survived by 28 nephews and nieces and numerous grand and great-grand nephews and nieces. The funeral will be held Fri., Dec. 12 from FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 1 West Boylston St. with a Mass at 11:00 AM in Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 111 Worcester St., West Boylston. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery in Boylston. A visiting hour will be held from 9:00-10:30 AM the morning of the funeral in the funeral home. In gratitude for the kind and compassionate care Veronica received over the past four years, the family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Oakdale Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Home as a special Christmas fund for her caregivers. To place an online condolence please visit www.faybrothers.com |
and friends are kindly invited. A Funeral Service will be held in the Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 14 Magazine St., Cambridge, Thursday at 10 a.m. Those attending the Funeral please go directly to church. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Just-A-Start Corp., 1035 Cambridge St. #12, Cambridge, MA 02141 in her memory. |
and friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours omitted. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to West Acres Nursing Home, Resident Activity Fund, 804 Pleasant St., Brockton, 02301. www.alfreddthomas.com. Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton, 617-696-4200 |
and friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours omitted. Interment private. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to West Acres Nursing Home, Resident Activity Fund, 804 Pleasant St., Brockton 02301., . Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton (617) 696-4200 |
QUINCY Mildred F. (Tobin) Kusser, life long resident of Quincy December 9, 2008. Beloved Mother of Geraldine Kelley and her husband James G. of Killeen, TX, Edward Kusser and his wife Susan of Kingston, Donald R. Kusser of Quincy, Janet L. Kusser of San Diego, CA. Sister of Donald Tobin and his wife Margie of E. Bridgewater and the late Rita Malono. Also lovingly survived by 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Mildred was a life long resident of Quincy and a 1941 Graduate of Quincy High School. Mildred worked for the City of Quincy for 60 years starting out at the Quincy City Hospital as a switchboard operator and later working at Quincy City Hall before retiring in 2002. Mildred was the Secretary for Catholic Daughters and Merry Shores for many years. She was an avid New England Patriots Fan. She loved spending time with her family and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Friday at 10:15 a.m. Funeral Mass in Holy Trinity Parish, Most Blessed Sacrament Church at 11:00 a.m. Visiting hours Thursday 4- 8 p.m. Burial in Saint Mary's Cemetery - Quincy, Quincy. Call 1-800-Keohane or see |
Sylvia G. (Prizio) Lechner, of 248 Main St. passed away December 7, 2008 at home surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her husband Robert Lechner. She leaves a brother, Gerald A. Prizio and a sister, Claire M. Prizio both of East Brookfield; many nieces and nephews. Sylvia was born in Brookfield the daughter of the late Charles and Alice (Varone) Prizio. She lived in Washington, DC and Florida before moving here. Sylvia worked as a secretary for the United States Veteran Administration for many years. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 10:00 AM in Pillsbury Funeral Home, Rte 9/Old West Brookfield Rd., Brookfield. Burial will follow in Mary, Queen of the Rosary Cemetery in Spencer. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608-1280. |
Anna M. Leclair longtime resident of Lowell; 91 Lowell Mrs. Anna M. (Gagnon) Leclair, age 91, a longtime resident of Lowell died unexpectedly Tuesday morning, December 9, 2008 at Saints Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Armand A. Leclair who died in 1993. Born in St. Cantin, Canada on September 18, 1917 she was a daughter of the late Xavier and Malvina (Lemieux) Gagnon. She was a parishioner of the former Ste Jeanne d'Arc Church and more recently a communicant of the Parish of Saint Rita. Prior to her retirement she was employed as a stitcher for over twenty years for the former Ideal Dress Company. Mrs. Leclair had a passion for sewing and had much enjoyment for spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Surviving her are two sons and a daughter in law, Alfred A. Leclair and his wife Marilyn of East Chelmsford, and Raymond P. Leclair of Washington, DC; a daughter and son in law, Priscilla M. McDonough and her husband Terrence of Tyngsboro; three grandchildren and four great grandchildren; a sister, Rose Lemire of NH; a sister in law, Alice B. Gagnon of Lowell; also many nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late Marie Anne Morin, Leontine Levesque, Ernestine Noonan and Albertine Rolfe. LECLAIR Mrs. Anna M. (Gagnon) Leclair. Relatives and friends may call at the ROLAND W. MARTIN FUNERAL HOME, 308 Pawtucket St, Lowell, on THURSDAY MORNING from 9 until 10:30 o'clock. Her funeral will follow with a funeral mass to be celebrated at 11 o'clock in the Parish of Saint Rita Church, 158 Mammoth Rd, Lowell. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. Funeral Directors Roland W. Martin and Daniel R. Martin. 978-454-5214. |
LOPEZ, Thelma D. (Corner) Of Townsend, former longtime Arlington resident, Dec. 8. Beloved wife of the late William P. Lopez, Sr. Loving mother of William, Jr. and his wife Cathe of Chelmsford, Allen of Louisville, KY, Lolita Lopez of Townsend, Juanita and her husband Joseph Jaillet of Londonderry, NH. Grandmother of Matthew, Brandon, Samuel, Sean and Mark. Great Grandmother of Samantha and Kayla. Sister of Herbert Corner of NH and the late Robert, Millie Oquist and Frederick Corner. Sister in law of Marjorie Steele of Arlington. Dear aunt of Joe Steele, Ruth Elmes, Karen Corner, Arvid Oquist and Melody Fellows and survived by her many great nieces and nephew. Services at the DeVito-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON HEIGHTS with visitation on Thursday 4-8 p.m. Funeral Friday at 9 am. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: DAV Memorial Program, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 |
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LOVETT, Joseph M. Of Milton, Dec.8. Beloved husband of Elaine (Murphy). Devoted father of Elaine F. of Milwaukee, WI & William J. Lovett of No. Andover, Virginia M. Andry of Melrose & Joanne M. Folan of Braintree. Son of the Late William J. & Catherine Lovett. Brother of Katherine Shute of Milton, & the late Mary Corcoran, Charles J., William, John J., Robert W., Thomas P., Daniel V., & Paul S. Lovett. Also survived by 10 loving grandchildren. Funeral Mass at St. Elizabeth Church, Milton Fri. morning at 10. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON Thurs 4 - 8PM. Ret. Boston School Teacher. Korean War Army veteran. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to Road to Recovery, , 1115 West Chestnut St., Brockton 02301., Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton (617) 696-4200 |
Carl A. Luck, II of Fitchburg, WWII Veteran; 87 Fitchburg Carl A. Luck, II, 87 years old, formerly of Leominster and Ft. Lauderdale, FL, died Friday, December 5, 2008 in HealthAlliance-Leominster Hospital. Mr. Luck was born on February 14, 1921 in the Bronx, New York, son of Karl A. Luck, born in Eisenach, Germany, and Catherine (Moylan) Luck, born in Portumna, Ireland, and had lived in Leominster, then moved to Ft. Lauderdale in 1967, before returning to this area a few years ago. He was a Veteran of World War II, having served in the 18th Infantry U.S. Army Air Force 1st Division, and 513th sqdn. 406 Fighter Bomber Group, of the United States Army. He served from July 1940 to October 1945. Carl was co-owner of the former Beacon Furniture Store in Leominster for several years. In Fort Lauderdale FL, he was a travel agent with his wife Sally for Travel Partners. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by his daughter, Sally Ann Tonole Luck of Lunenburg; his son, Carl A. Luck III and his wife Phyllis of Lunenburg; his sister, Eileen Patterson of Reno, Nevada; five grandchildren, John R. Tonole of Hull, Pamela Tonole Johnston of Grafton, Richard David Tonole, Alexandra C. Luck and Phillip A. Luck all of Lunenburg; seven great-grandchildren, Melissa J., Alex N, Samuel R, Jessica J. and Lillian B. Tonole and Olivia G. and Trevor C. Johnston. He was predeceased by his wife Selma "Sally" M. (David) Luck on November 11, 1991. LUCK Funeral services and burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Leominster will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, New England Chapter, 20 Walnut St, Suite 318, Wellesley, MA 02481. The Silas F. Richardson & Son Funeral Home, 106 West St, Leominster is assisting the family with arrangements. www.richardsonfuneralhome.net |
John F. "Jackie" Maddalena, 52, of Mill Street in Worcester, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2008. He was born in Worcester, the son of John J. and Kathleen T. (Leary) Maddalena, and graduated from both Worcester Industrial Technical Institute and Worcester Junior College. Jackie served his nation proudly in The United States Navy. He worked for many years as a surveyor around the Worcester area, and for a short time in Las Vegas. He is survived by an uncle, Raymond Paradis; cousins, Kathleen Linde, Jean Boucher, Nancy Brunelle, Carol Sullivan, Thomas Paradis, Donna Ostrowski, and Chistina Devanney. A Memorial Mass will be held Sat. Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. in Saint Stephen's Church, 357 Grafton Street, Worcester. He will be interred with his parents at St. John's Cemetery, Worcester. There are no calling hours. MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL. |
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Maria (Soares) Cunha, 87, died Monday, December 8, at the Marian Manor in Taunton after a period of failing health.  She was the wife of the late Pedro Morais and Antonio Cunha.  Born in Santa Maria, Azores, Portugal, she was raised on Santa Maria.  Mrs. Cunha moved to the United States in 1968 and settled in Stoughton.  She lived in Stoughton for 16 years before moving to Taunton, where she has resided for over 24 years.  She worked as a stitcher at Corcoran Shoe in Stoughton for several years, retiring many years ago.  In her free time, she enjoyed quilting, knitting, crocheting and spending time with her family.   She is survived by her six children: Joseph R. Cunha of Canada, John R. Cunha of RI, Antonio R. Cunha of Assonet, Maria R. Cabral, Georgina R. Moura and Irene C. Coffill all of Taunton.  She was the sister of John Tavares Rego of Brazil and Adelina Soares Mendonca of Portugal.  She was predeceased by 11 brothers and sisters.  She was the grandmother of 16 and the great grandmother of 16. Funeral will be held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rt. 27) Stoughton on Thursday at 9:30 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, Stoughton, at 10:30 AM.  Visiting Hours Wednesday from 4-8 PM.  Directions and obituary at www.farleyfh.com.   |
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Mary G. (Voci) Williams, 91 years of Taunton, formerly of Brockton, died peacefully December 7, 2008 at home with her family by her side.  She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur A. Williams for 47 years and the daughter of the late Nicola and Emmanuela (Celia) Voci. Born in Philadelphia, Mary moved to Brockton at the age of four; was a graduate of Brockton High School and longtime communicant of St. Margaret Church.   She was the loving mother of Joyce Hayes and her husband Richard of Brockton, Maureen Brillo and her husband Frank of Quincy, Cathy Jackson and her husband James of Bridgewater, Joanne Ferrari and her husband Joseph of Mansfield, Janice Scinta and her husband Louis of West Hartford, Connecticut, and Jeanne Pestana and her husband Thomas of Taunton.  She was the devoted grandmother of Dianne (Hayes) Masel, and Brendan Hayes, Timothy, Jonathan and Caitlin Brillo, Kelly, Kevin and Keith Jackson, Daniel Ferrari, Jenna and Louis Scinta, Jr. and the late Deidre (Hayes) Baril.  She was also the great-grandmother of Austin Masel, Meaghan, Delaney and Maxine Baril, Ryan and Kevin Hayes and Avery and Julia Brillo and sister of Terry Dolan of New Canaan, CT and the late George Voci, Catherine Madan and Nicholas Voci. She recently retired after more than 30 years as Site Manager for Old Colony Elderly Services Meals on Wheels, Manning Towers.  She was also a talented seamstress and taught sewing at the Brockton Evening Adult Enrichment classes at Gilmore School.  She enjoyed painting, embroidery, Bunka and traveling.  Mary had a great sense of humor, and most of all, loved spending time with her family.  She was also a loving and caring mother and grandmother who always put her family first.  She was loved by all and will be dearly missed. Funeral from the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street (Rte 123) Brockton, Friday at 10am.  Funeral Mass in St. Edith Stein Parish/St. Edward Church at 11am.  Burial in Calvary Cemetery.  Visiting Hours Thursday 4-8pm.  Donations in Mary’s name may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care, 502 Bedford Street, Fall River, MA 02720.  For directions and condolences  HYPERLINK "http://www.conleyfuneralhome.com" www.conleyfuneralhome.com   |
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In Plymouth, December 7, 2008  Mary M. Tanes died after a brief illness at the age of 78 in Jordan Hospital.  Mary was the daughter of the late Pandy & Helidona (Plakas) Tanes.  Mary was born and educated in Taunton before working for the State Department in Washington, D.C. During her employment Mary traveled numerous times with ambassadors to other countries.  After her retirement in 1987, Mary volunteered at the library in Boynton Beach, FL. where she resided.  She also belonged to the Federal Retirement Group and enjoyed playing bingo.  Recently she moved to MA. when her health had declined.  Mary is predeased by her siblings Violet McGlynn and Ellen Gauthier. She is also survived by several neices & nephews and grand neices & nephews. Mary also leaves several friends from around the country. A funeral service will be held on Friday, Dec. 12th at 11am. in the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St. in Taunton. Visiting hours will be one hour prior to the service from 10-11am. Interment in the family lot in Mayflower Hill Cemetery in Taunton. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, MA. Division, Inc. 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA. 01701.  Visit our website  HYPERLINK "http://www.okeefewade.com" www.okeefewade.com to sign the online guestbook, obituaries & directions.   |
MASTERS, Sybil (Cherwin) Of Chestnut Hill, formerly of Cherry Hill, NJ on December 8, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Edwin Masters. Devoted mother of Howard Masters and his significant other Renee of IL, Ruth Masters and her husband Loren of IL, Ellen Masters of FL and Michelle Brooks and her husband Jonathan of Belmont. Dear grandmother of Emily, Maya, Caleb, Ethan, and Leila. Loving sister of Joel Cherwin of NY and Arlene Cherwin of Seattle,WA. Services at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton on Wednesday, December 10, at 1:00 pm. Following the interment in Peabody, memorial observance will be at her residence on Wednesday thru 9pm, Thursday 1-4 and 6-9pm, Friday 1-4pm. Remembrances may be made to Hadassah, c/o Edwin Masters Memorial Fund at Hadassah Hospital, 50 West 58th St., NY, NY. 10019 or Lupus Foundation, 40 Speen St, Suite 205, Framingham MA 01701. Former National Board member of Hadassah. Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Directors, 617-969-0800 |
McBRIDE, Jeanne Cox Passed away on December 1, 2008 in the Lawrence Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her son, John C. McBride, his wife Nancy and their three children, John Jr., Devin and Katelyn all of Marblehead. Jeanne was a life long resident of Chelsea, but spent her last years at the Arlington Nursing Home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Church, Nichols Street, Everett at 9:00 am on Saturday, December 13, 2008. The burial service was private. |
McIntyre, Theodora G. Of Cambridge, Massachusetts, died on December 6 at age 91 in Washington D.C. Beloved mother of William E. McIntyre of Medford MA, Bernice K. McIntyre of Washington DC and Dean S. McIntyre of Accokeek MD. Wife of the late Rev. William J. McIntyre. She is survived by loving family and friends. Viewing will be held at 10 AM followed by funeral service at 11 AM on Saturday, December 13 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 1 Holton St., Medford, MA 02155. Interment, Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Plain, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Theodora to Shiloh Baptist Church. Arrangements by Davis Funeral Home of Roxbury and Mattapan. To send a sympathy message to the family visit |
NEW BEDFORD —Mary Louise (Alves) Medeiros, 94, died Monday, December 8, 2008, at Sacred Heart Home after a long illness. She was the wife of the late Manuel Medeiros Jr. She was born in New Bedford to Manuel and Mary (Sylvia) Alves. She was a communicant of St. Julie Billiart Church, Dartmouth. She was formerly employed at Cameo Curtains as an inspector until her retirement. Mrs. Medeiros was the financial secretary of the Southend Golden Ages. Survivors include one brother, Joseph Alves of Fairhaven. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours Wednesday 5 to 7 PM at the Cabral Baylies Square-Lamoureux Funeral Home, 512 No. Front St., New Bedford. Funeral Thursday at 9 AM at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Julie Billiart, Slocum Rd., North Dartmouth. Interment at St. Anthony Cemetery, in Mattapoisett. Handicapped accessible and lighted parking area entrance rear of funeral home. |
and friends kindly invited. Army Air Force Veteran WWII. Member Piave Fiume Lodge, OSIA, Watertown and American Legion Hill Post, Waltham. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The JBB Project, P.O. Box 1366, Westford, MA 01886. JBB is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit that was developed in memory of his late grandson, Joseph Messina. For further information, please visit, and MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald |
ARRANGEMENTS: Funeral services will be Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Fellowship Bible Church, Methuen. Burial will be in the NH State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen, N.H. Calling hours are Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, N.H. Memorial contributions to Fellowship Bible Church, 1 Fellowship Way, Methuen, MA 01844; or to Cape Ann Bible Church, 8 Thompson St., W. Gloucester, MA 01930. To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at |
Vilho V. Minkkinen enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing; 87 Westminster Vilho V. Minkkinen, 87, passed away, Monday, December 8, 2008 surrounded by his loving family at the Heywood Hospital in Gardner. He was born on December 24, 2008, in Hankalasmi, Finland a son of the late Ville and Ida (Hyvonen) Minkkinen. He was a graduate of Gardner High School, the class of 1940. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a Machinists Mate 1st Class. Vilho and Lillian were married in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Thanksgiving Day in 1953 and just celebrated their 55 Wedding Anniversary. Vilho worked as a machinist/metal urgist for the former Nuclear Metals Co, in W. Concord, for many years. Vilho built his own house in his spare time where his wife continues to live. He was a hard working, extremely talented, and always found time for his family and friends. He also was an outdoorsman who in his younger days enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing, he was a great dancer who frequented all the Finnish Dance Hall in the area. He was a member of the Douglas E. Hicks V.F.W. Post, and the William S. Miller American Legion both in Westminster. Vilho will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather, who will be missed by his family and all who knew him. He leaves his wife of 55 years, Lillian (Lutz) Minkkinen, one daughter, Linda (Minkkinen) Mulligan and her husband Michael, one grandson Eric Mulligan, one granddaughter Colleen Mulligan, one brother Erkki O. Minkkinen all of Westminster. He is predeceased by a sister Vieno (Minkkinen) Rice who died in 2001. MINKKINEN A Memorial Service will be held at a late date to be announced. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Douglas E. Hicks V.F.W. Post, 3 Eaton Street, Westminster, MA 01473. |
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Ang Ronald Montuori worked 40 years at Simonds Industries; 64 Fitchburg Ang Ronald "Ronnie" Montuori, 64, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at home after a long illness. Ronnie was born in Fitchburg November 26, 1944, the son of the late Angelo R. and Lillian M. (Schaffner) Montuori. He graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1963. He retired in 2006 after 40 years with Simonds Industries in Fitchburg. Ronnie leaves his wife Laura M. (Kaulback) Montuori; a daughter, Rebecca A. Montuori of Fitchburg; a son, Christopher A. Montuori and his fiance Stephanie DeVivo of Tampa, Fl; two grandaughters, Jillian M. Smith and Katelin A. Smith of Fitchburg; a sister, Lillian Gerecke of Fitchburg; two brothers, Lawrence Montuori and his wife Elisabeth of Lunenburg and Wayne Montuori of Pelham, NH; a sister-in-law, Betty Jane Montuori of Lunenburg; his step-father, Alfred Hirsch of Lunenburg; his former son-in-law Kenneth Smith of Fitchburg. He was predeceased by his brother Ralph Montuori in 2001. MONTUORI Calling hours are Saturday December 13, from 9 to 11am in the Bosk Funeral Home, 85 Blossom St, Fitchburg. The scattering of his ashes will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to DVNA Hospice program, 25 Tucker Dr, Leominster, Ma. 01453. |
Ang Ronald "Ronnie" Montuori, 64, passed away Tuesday December 2, at home after a long illness. Ronnie was born in Fitchburg November 26, 1944, the son of the late Angelo R. and Lillian M. (Schaffner) Montuori. He graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1963. He retired in 2006 after 40 years with Simonds Industries in Fitchburg. Ronnie leaves his wife, Laura M. (Kaulback) Montuori; a daughter, Rebecca A. Montuori of Fitchburg; a son, Christopher A. Montuori and his fiance Stephanie DeVivo of Tampa, Fl; two grandaughters, Jillian M. Smith and Katelin A. Smith of Fitchburg; a sister, Lillian Gerecke of Fitchburg; two brothers, Lawrence Montuori and his wife Elisabeth of Lunenburg and Wayne Montuori of Pelham, N.H; a sister-in-law, Betty Jane Montuori of Lunenburg; his step-father, Alfred Hirsch of Lunenburg; and his former son-in-law, Kenneth Smith of Fitchburg. He was predeceased by his brother, Ralph Montuori in 2001. Calling hours are Saturday December 13, from 9 to 11 A.M. in the Bosk Funeral Home, 85 Blossom St., Fitchburg. The scattering of his ashes will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to DVNA Hospice Program, 25 Tucker Drive, Leominster, Ma. 01453. |
MOORE, Joanne M. (Maloy) Passed away after a long illness on Saturday, December 6, 2008 surrounded by her children, her grandchildren, and her husband. She is survived by her husband, Francis Eugene Moore, Jr.; a sister Molly Maloy Griffin and her husband, Edward Griffin, of Morton Grove, IL; a brother: Richard Maloy and his wife, Bernice Maloy, of Bethesda, Maryland; her children: Patricia Moore of Marblehead; Mary C. Moore of Providence, RI; Michael F. Moore of New York City; Thomas J. Moore of Evergreen, CO; Helen M. Moore of Rockville, MD; Francis E. Moore, III of Newburyport; Therese J. Moore of Greenwich, CT and Sean D. Moore of Newburyport. Her children's spouses: Wayne Sheridan of Marblehead, David Potter of Providence, Vicki Wimberly of Colorado, Katherine Moore of Newburyport, William von Oehsen of Washington, DC, Paul Dye of Greenwich, and Jessica Moore of Newburyport. Joanne's grandchildren include: Rebecca, Pam and Matthew Sheridan, Zachary and Sarah Kahn, Martha and Joseph Nowlan, Sam, Madeleine and Anne Moore, Rachel and Emily Dye, and James Moore. Visitation on Thursday, December 11, 2008 from 7-9 PM, in the "Memorial Chapel" of the Dyer- Lake Funeral Home - the national historic Colonel Obed Robinson Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, (exit 5 off I-95 N or S, go right at end of ramp, ¾ mile on left), Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro. A concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial Celebrating Her Life and Faith will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008, at 10:00 AM at St. John the Evangelist Church, 133 North Main Street - Route 152, Attleboro. There will be no funeral cortege organizing at the funeral home prior to the celebration of Mass. Burial will follow at North Purchase Cemetery, Attleboro. Collation to follow cemetery services. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the Massachusetts Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arsenault Street, Watertown, MA 02472. She was the director of Congressman Barney Frank's constituent office from 1982 until her retirement in 1992 and a community leader active in the areas of social service, women's education, politics and the Catholic Church, all while raising a family of eight children. Dyer-Lake Funeral Home North Attleboro, MA (508) 695-0200 |
NEW BEDFORD Arthur Walter "Butch" Mott Jr., 67, of New Bedford, died Dec. 7, 2008, in Saint Luke's Hospital, New Bedford, following a period of declining health. He was born March 25, 1941, in Weymouth, a son of the late Arthur W. and Dorothy (Southworth) Mott Sr., and attended Weymouth public schools. A former boy scout, he was a member of Troop 8, Weymouth. Later, he served in the Massachusetts National Guard. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Mott worked at J.F. Price Quarries as a heavy equipment operator. He drove stock cars in Norwood and treasured the time he spent riding his Harley. A resident of New Bedford, Mr. Mott was a former resident of Weymouth and Pembroke. Mr. Mott was predeceased by his parents and three brothers, Robert, Charles and Curtis Mott. Surviving family members include one son, Arthur Walter Mott III of Pembroke; three sisters, Dorothy Ripley of Plymouth, Martha Earle of Weymouth and Carol A. Nesman of New Bedford; two brothers, Edwin Mott of New Hampshire and David Mott of Weymouth; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are by the O'Neill Funeral Home, Inc., 59 Peirce St., Middleboro, 508-947-0911. |
may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET ST. at Fletcher from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm Thursday. His Funeral will take place from the Funeral Home Friday morning at 10:30 o'clock followed by a Funeral Mass at the PARISH of ST. RITA in Lowell at 11:30 0'clock. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery. Those wishing, may make contributions in his memory to VNA Hospice of Greater Lowell, P.O. Box 1965, Lowell, MA 01853-1965. E-condolence/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Directors John W. Crane and James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978 or 866) 458-8768. |
PLYMOUTH Monique Murphy, of Plymouth, passed away Dec. 7, 2008, at Jordan Hospital, after a courageous battle with breast cancer, at the age of 37. Monique is survived by her husband, Charlie Murphy of Plymouth; her children, Leah Elizabeth Murphy, Nicholas Charles Murphy, Brendan Dennis Murphy and Payton Joseph Murphy, all of Ply- mouth; daughter of Dennis Cote of Plymouth and Kerry McKusica of Wareham. She is also survived by her sisters, Michelle Cote of Plymouth and Melissa Cote of Rochester; and nine nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, from 4-8 p.m., at Shepherd Funeral Home, 216 Main St. (Rte. 106), Kingston. There will be a memorial service held Friday, Dec. 12, 2008, at the Vineyard Church, 8 Hill Top Ave., Kingston, at 7 p.m. Donations can be made to the Monique Murphy Memorial Fund, c/o Eastern Bank, 3003 Cranberry Highway, East Wareham, MA 02538. For online condolences, please go to www.shepherdfuneralhome.com. |
NARODITSKAYA, Vera A. Of Brighton, December 9, 2008. Beloved wife of Andrey Lebedev. Devoted mother of Lyuba Lebedeva and Peter Lebedev. Loving daughter of Sheva Tverskaya of Brighton. Funeral Service in the Lehman & Reen Funeral Home, 63 Chestnut Hill Ave. (nr. Brighton Courthouse), BRIGHTON, Thursday at 11 am. Interment Independant Pride of Boston Cemetery. Late employee Commonwealth of MA. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For Guest Book and Directions please visit www., . Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617-782-1000 |
Howard L. Naumann Isles of Vero, Vero Beach Florida Howard L. Naumann, 82 years of age, passed away on December 8 from complications of ALS (Lou Gehrigs disease). He was born and raised in Massachusetts. He was retired from the military after serving 21 years. He was a long-standing member of the International Elevator Union Constructors. He moved to Florida in the mid-80s. He is survived by his second wife, Jean, and two children R. Jeffrey Naumann and his wife Ellen Naumann of Agoura Hills, CA, Debra Newman and her partner Jay McGonnell of Hopedale, MA and a granddaughter, Rachel Newman of Wallingford, CT. He was husband of the late Sandra Naumann. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Association Florida Chapter, 3242 Parkside Center Circle Tampa, FL 33619. |
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NEW BEDFORD —Helena (Melo) Nogueira, 70, of New Bedford, died December 8, 2008, at home after a long courageous battle with cancer surrounded by family and loved ones. She was the wife of Carlos Nogueira. Born in Vila Do Porto, Santa Maria, Açores, the daughter of the late Manuel Tavares Melo and Maria Das Dores (Raposo) Melo, she has lived in New Bedford since 1970. Mrs. Nogueira was a communicant of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church. She was formerly employed by Colonial Textile and Grinell Pajamas for many years until retirement. Mrs. Nogueira enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband; 6 children, Norberto Melo and his wife, Linda, Margarida Melo, Armando Melo, Rui DeMelo and his wife, June, Shelly Nogueira and Jeffrey Nogueira; 4 brothers, Jose Melo, João Melo, Antonio Tavares and Jaime Melo; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 9 AM in Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery. Visiting hours Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com. |
and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8pm. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. Member Ladies 121 Club. If desired contributions in memory of Ellie to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place, West 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 would be appreciated. Funeral Home handicapped accessible. For Directions and Guest Book please visit, . Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton 617-782-1000 |
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 American Legion Post #2099 in Watertown for over 50 years. She is predeceased by siblings Catherine Vahey, Anna O'Connor, John O'Connor, Helen Trapp, Agnes Woods and Louise Kirwin. Aunt of Patricia and her husband Robert Morley of Pocasset, J. Robert and his wife Ann O'Connor of Wareham, Patrick Woods of Pocasset, William and his wife Fran Woods of Peabody. Also survived by many Grand Nieces and Grand Nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. John's Church, Pocasset, MA, on Tues., Nov. 4 at 10 am. Burial in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Watertown. Visiting hours in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home 3778 Falmouth Rd. (Rt. 28) MARSTONS MILLS on Mon. 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Honey Fund Bourne Animal Rescue. Contact the Bourne Natural Resources, Bourne, MA. |
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Rosemary P. OConnor BROCKTON Rosemary P. (Buckley) (Jones) OConnor, a lifelong resident of Brockton, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2008, at home, under the care of her family and hospice, at the age of 90. She was the wife of the late William A. OConnor and Lt. Wallace R. Jones, U.S. Navy. Born in Brockton, May 21, 1918, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Josephine (Flannery) Buckley. Rosemary was a graduate of St. Patrick High School, Class of 1937. In her youth, Rosemary was very active in St. Margarets Parish Theater, in which she had many leading roles in the musical and drama productions. She was also a member of the Junior Twentieth Century Catholic Club and a communicant of St. Patricks Parish. In 1943, she married her high school sweetheart, Navy pilot Lt. Wallace Jones. As a Navy wife, she lived in Oscalusa, Iowa, Coronado, Calif., and Pennsicola, Fla. Upon her husbands untimely death, she returned home to Brockton, where she raised her three young sons. Rosemary was a devoted wife to her husband, the late William A. OConnor, for 39 years, with whom she had their daughter, Nancy. A communicant of St. Edith Stein Parish (formerly St. Edwards), for more than 60 years, she was a member of the Ladies Sodality and the St. Edwards School PTA. She was also a member of Ireland's Own Irish social club of Brockton. Rosemary devoted her life to her family and friends. She was always there to help with taking care of her children, nieces, nephews and grandchildren. She had resided for the past 17 years with her daughter, son-in-law and their children, where she enjoyed listening to and sharing a story or song or two with all their friends. She was known to all as Nana. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Richard and Elizabeth Jones, Robert and Pamela Jones, Donald and Susan Jones and Nancy (OConnor) and Alexander Oriola; loving grandmother of Nicole (Jones) Krisiukenas and her husband Jerome, Courtney and Ashley Jones, Shannon and Shawn Oriola; and great-grandmother of Emily and Mark Krisiukenas. She was also step-grandmother to Scott and his wife Krissy, Hailee, Annmarie and Mikaela Oriola; sister-in-law of John and Patricia (OConnor) McGillis, Paul and Teresa OConnor and Eleanor Flynn. In addition to her children, she lovingly leaves many cousins, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, dear friends and her beloved companions and pets, Maggie, Tigger and Jackie. She was the sister of the late John Russell Buckley and sister-in-law of the late Robert and Mary (OConnor) Waldron, Herbert and Mary O Connor, Margaret (Jones) Burke and Edward and Francis Jones. Funeral from the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, Saturday, at 8 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Edith Stein Parish/St. Edward Church, at 9 a.m. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours Friday, 3-8 p.m. Donations in Rosemarys name may be made to Old Col-ony Hospice, One Credit Union Way, Randolph, MA 02368, or St. Edith Stein Renovation Fund, 71 East Main St., Brockton, MA 02301. For directions and condolences, www.conleyfunerahome.com. |
OLIVA, Girard F. "Gerry" Of Rochester, Dec. 6, 2008, beloved husband of 58 years to Elizabeth Jane (Brown), loving father of Michael of Utah, Deborah Moriarty of Lakeville, Jeri Lynne Gilling of Westford, Frank of Yarmouth, ME, & Tony of Fairhaven, devoted brother of Nicholina Eosco, Eleanor DiStefano, & Dorothy Maimone, all of Dedham, Mary Balliro of Middleboro, Virginia Petisce of Falmouth, Nicholas of FL, and the late Carmella Preston and Anne Laquidara. He was the cherished Papa of 14 grandchildren & 3 great-grandchildren. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10 AM at St. Anthony's Church, Mattapoisett. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, MATTAPOISETT. Interment Mass. National Cemetery, Bourne. In honor of his love of education, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following scholarship fund: Old Rochester Professional Educators Association (ORPEA), P.O. Box 386, Rochester, MA 02770, Attn.: Ruth Jefferson. For online obituary, directions, & guestbook, visit |
George "Pagie" Page QUINCY George "Pagie" Page, of Quincy passed away at home on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at age 87. Born in Quincy, where he was raised and educated, he lived here all his life. At Quincy High he was a basketball star, inducted into the Hall of Fame. He went on to play with the Granite Chips and remained an avid basketball and baseball fan. A WWII Vet, US Marine Corps, George was a general foreman for the Quincy Park Dept. Married for 44 years to his beloved wife Barbara H. (Sullivan) Page, he is the beloved father of Jill Page of Hull and her life partner Patricia Cormier. He was the brother of Alice Mason of TN and the late Violet Twyman, Robert "Beau" Page, David Page, James "Buddy" Page and John Page. He is also survived by his niece Linda Tempesta of Pembroke and several other nieces and nephews. His funeral will be from the Dennis Sweeney Funeral Home, 74 Elm St. Quincy Center on Thursday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. A Funeral Service will be conducted at Quincy Point Congregational Church, 444 Washington St. at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends are invited. Visiting hours are on Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Burial with Military Honors is at Blue Hill Cemetery. Donations in George's name may be made to the Norwell VNA, 91 Longwater Cir., Norwell, MA 02061. For directions and online guest book, please visit dennissweeney funeralhome.com 617-773-2728 |
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Mr. Frank D. Parsons, 90, of Peabody, formerly of Lynn, died Wednesday in North Shore Medical Center, after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Laurel M. (Cleveland) Parsons, who passed away November 15, 2008 after 67 years of marriage. Frank was Laurel's Rock during her illness, offering her strength and unconditional love. Her passing left a void in his life that nothing could fill. Although our hearts ache, we are consoled by knowing that Frank and Laurel are together, never again to be apart. Born in Newfoundland, Canada, son of the late Herbert and Irene (Page) Parsons, he was a graduate of Lynn Classical High School, Class of 1936. He attended Northeastern University and Wentworth Institute. He resided in Peabody for six years, previously residing in Lynn, East Dennis, MA, and Worcester. He was a Veteran of WWII, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corp. as a 2nd Lt. in the 2109th Air Base Unit. He was employed at the General Electric Co., River Works as a Government Property Administrator for over 43 years until his retirement in 1979. He was an avid photographer and was a former member of the Odd Fellows. Frank leaves his devoted daughter, Dawn Spear and her husband Bradford of Amesbury; a sister, Dorothy Tankard of Peabody; two loving grandchildren, Bradford Parsons of Grafton, and Erin Toohil, of Sutton; two great grandchildren, James Toohil, and Shannon Toohil; 4 nieces and a nephew. He was brother of the late Gerald and Gordon Parsons. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend a Memorial Service in St. Stephen's Memorial Episcopal Church Friday at 11 AM, followed by burial in Pine Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple St., Lynn. Donations in Frank's memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 1 Franklin St., Lynn, MA 01901. |
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On December 7, 2008, Ruth (Bjorkland) Penttinen, age 92, passed away at the Voorhees Center. Born in Worcester, MA, Ruth had moved to Norwich, CT in 1956 where she resided until moving to New Jersey in 1996. She had worked at the Norwich Medical Center and she enjoyed doing needlework. Ruth was predeceased by her beloved husband, Oliver J. Penttinen. She is lovingly survived by her children, Jane (Joseph) Sidebotham of Mantua, Ilona (James) Schrader of Sterling, CT and Edwin Penttinen of Mantua; 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held privately at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Phila., PA 19106. You may contact her daughter, Jane Sidebotham at 51 West Elm Avenue, Mantua, NJ 08051. Arrangements HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Cherry Hill, NJ. |
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PUMA, John Joseph Of Belmont, age 82, died peacefully on December 6, at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Born in East Boston, Mr. Puma was the beloved husband for 54 years of Mary (Totino) Puma formerly of Cambridge, proud father of Mary Puma and her husband Eivind Lange III of Boxford, John Puma, Jr. and his wife Debra of Belmont, and Martha Corcoran and her husband Michael of Scituate, and loving grandfather of Eivind IV, Christopher and Kyle Lange, John III and Marisa Puma and Michael Corcoran, Jr. Son of the late Paolo and Mattia (Cammarata) Puma of Lexington. Brother of Louise Politano of Winchester, Andrew Puma and his wife Rose of Woburn, Paul and his wife Rose of Leominster, Angie LePore of Medford and the late Salvatore, Angelina and Josephina Puma. Funeral from The DeVito-O'Donnell Funeral Home 1145 Mass Avenue ARLINGTON, Wed-nesday morning at 9:30. Funeral Mass at 10:30 in St. Camillus Church, Arlington. Interment Cambridge Cemetery. Visiting at The DeVito Funeral Home on Tuesday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 PM. If desired expressions of sympathy may be made in John's memory to Don Orione Home, 111 Orient Ave., East Boston, MA 02128. |
PURINGTON, Ruth M. (McGowan) Of Stoneham, December 7, 2008 at age 80. Beloved wife of the late Newell W. Purington and Alfred H. Shepherd. Devoted mother of Kenneth Purington and his wife Kristina of Reading, Allan Purington and his wife Kathleen of Stoneham, Anne Bardelli and her husband David of Bradford and the late Mary and Robert Purington. Cherished grandmother of Jeremy, Jessica, Alyssa, Andrew, Krissta and Tessa. Loving great grandmother of Halie and Joseph. Dear sister of Donald McGowan, Frances Altavesta, Barbara McManus, all of Woburn, Isabelle Nix of FL. Daughter of the late Francis and Mary (MacPherson) McGowan. Sister in law of Robert Purington of Woburn. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Barile Family Funeral Home, 482 Main St. (RT.28) STONEHAM Thursday at 9 am followed by a Funeral Mass celebrating Ruth's life in St. Patrick Church, 71 Central St. Stoneham at 10am. Family and friends are cordially invited to gather and share remembrances with the family on Wednesday from 4-8pm. Interment Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester. For directions or to send a memorial condolence, Barile Family Funeral Homes Stoneham - Reading 781.438.2280 |
SISTER NORA QUINN S.N.D. In Worcester, Dec. 6 at age 93. With the Sisters of Notre Dame for 75 years. Born in South Boston, daughter of Timothy and Hannah (Coleman) Quinn. Graduate of Sts. Peter & Paul H.S. in South Boston and Emmanuel College. Known for many years in religious life as Sister Ann Josepha. Teacher for more than 40 years at Notre Dame schools in Eastern Mass. including St. Gregory's School in Dorchester, The Academy of Notre Dame in Tyngsboro and St. Charles School in Woburn. From 1980 to 1991, she was a librarian and fund raiser at St. Anthony's School in Somerville. Her brothers James, Timothy, John and William Quinn, and her sister, Ann O'Brien, predeceased her. She leaves many nephews and nieces, and her sisters in religion, the Sisters of Notre Dame. Calling hours Friday, Dec. 12 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the Notre Dame du Lac Chapel, 555 Plantation St., Worcester. Funeral Mass to follow at 6 p.m. in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Sisters of Notre Dame Retirement Fund, 55 Jeffrey's NeckRoad, Ipswich 01938. |
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Wallace J. Renton Jr. BRIDGEWATER Wallace J. "Wally" "Jim" Renton Jr., 79, went to be with the Lord with family at his side, Dec. 7, 2008. Wally was born, rais-ed and educated in Brockton. He was a son of the late Sarah (Murdock) and Wallace J. Renton Sr. He lived in Bridgewater since moving from Brockton in 1973. Wally was a graduate of Fitchburg State College and was an electro mechanical engineer. He was employed by Compu Graphic in Wilmington. He was a World War II U.S. Air Force veteran, a member of the American Legion, Baalis Sanford Lodge AF& AM in Brockton, Puritan Lodge AF & AM in Bridgewater, Shedad Grotto, Brockton Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, Scotland Links Golf Course Commission and Central Square Congregational Church in Bridgewater. Wally is survived by a loving wife, Elizabeth A. (Folger) Renton; daughters, Kathleen B. Belville of Lakeville, Paula A. Burge of Orleans, Millicent D. Stevens of Harwich; brother, Arthur B. Renton of Oregon; sister, Marilyn Garcia of California; and brother, W. Leslie Renton of Rhode Island. He is also survived by five grandchildren; one predeceased granddaughter; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours Friday, 2-4 and 6-9 p.m., and funeral service Saturday, at 11 a.m., will be held at Prophett-Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St. (Rte. 18), Bridgewater, followed by the interment at Purchade Cemetery in Middleboro. Prophett-Chapman Cole & Gleason 508-697-4332 |
RHILINGER, Edward A. 81, of Bridgewater formerly of Dorchester, died Saturday evening at Brockton Hospital, after a short illness. He was the beloved and devoted husband of the late Vonda (Hersch) Rhilinger. He was the son of the late Joseph and Ethel (Thomas) Rhilinger. Loving father to Patti Spacone and her husband Kenny of Bridgewater, Kathleen (Pinkie) Demasi, of Athol, Edward A Rhilinger, Jr. of Bridgewater, Barbara Deacon of Weymouth and the late Rita Stiles. Grandpa to Kenny Jr.,and Rita Ann of Bridgewater and the late Dawn Spacone. Great Grandpa to Jessica, Joshua Pagels and Cruz Anthony. Proud grandfather and great grandfather to many. Brother of Richard of Florence AZ, and Sister Anne Francis SND of Worcester, and the late Joseph, Robert, John, Charles and James (Ted) Rhilinger. A funeral service will be held on Fri. Dec. 12 at 11:00 am at the Prophett-Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St. , BRIDGEWATER. Visitation Thurs. from 4-8. Burial private. BC High Class of 44', wonderful singer, family man, and cook. Prophett-Chapman Cole & Gleason 508-697-4332 |
BRIDGEWATER Edward A. Rhilinger Sr., 81, a resident of Bridgewater for the past seven years, died Saturday evening, at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital, after a short illness. He was the beloved and devoted husband of the late Vonda (Hersch) Rhilinger. Born Feb. 8, 1927, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ethel (Thomas) Rhilinger. He was raised in Dorchester and graduated from Boston College High School, in 1944. He worked for Gillette Razor Company when he was young. He had an interior decorating company with his brother-in-law, the late Joe Maycock. He and his wife, Vonda, managed a multi-unit condo in Boston for years. He loved to cook and his passion was singing. He sang at Jordan Hall in Boston when he was a young man. You could find him singing at the Ritz of Boston many nights. Since moving to Bridgewater, Ed could be found each day at Tony's Cantina, sitting in his favorite seat. He was a loving father to Patti Spacone and her husband Kenny of Bridgewater, Kath-leen (Pinkie) Demasi of Athol, Edward A Rhilinger Jr. of Bridgewater, Barbara Deacon of Weymouth and the late Rita Stiles; Grandpa to Kenny Jr. and Rita Ann of Bridgewater and the late Dawn Spacone; great-Grandpa to Jessica, Joshua Pagels and Cruz Anthony. He was also the grandfather and great-grandfather to many more. He was the brother of Richard of Florence, Ariz., and his youngest sibling, Sr. Anne Francis SND of Worcester, and the late Joseph, Robert, John, Charles and James (Ted) and Gerard Rhilinger. A funeral service will be held Friday, Dec. 12, at 11 a.m., at the Prophett-Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St., Bridgewater. Visitation Thursday, from 4-8. Burial is private. Prophett-Chapman Cole & Gleason 508-697-4332 |
and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday from 4:00- 9:00 pm. Interment Mt. Benedict Cemetery. Client Relations Manager for New York Life, Former Client Relations Manager for Fidelity Investments. Thirty year Member and active volunteer for the Boston Crusaders. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Joe's Name to The Boston Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps ,P.O. Box 51391, Boston, MA 02205-1391. www., Lawler and Crosby Funeral home 617-323-5600 |
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Eunice R. Richards formerly of Chelmsford, Billerica & Burlington Burlington Eunice R. Richards, age 69, who dedicated her life to the disabled, her church, and family, passed away suddenly on Saturday night, December 6, 2008. Eunice was born in Kingston, Jamaica, the daughter of the late Albert and Sybil Richards. She grew up and was educated in Kingston. She worked at the U.S. Embassy and owned her own business in Jamaica. In May of 1979, she left everything in Jamaica to start a new life in the United States. She made her home in Arlington, Burlington, Billerica, and Chelmsford. Eunice had a passion for working with disabled children and adults. She worked for 28 years for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at the Walter E. Fernald State School. Over the years she held a number of positions, and at her retirement, she was the Assistant Division Director. She also worked with TCS (Temporary Care Services) Family Support in Cambridge, a family support program serving children with developmental disabilities who live at home with their families. She was still assisting at TCS when she died. Her work was far more than a job, it was a vocation. Her clients were like her family and were often welcomed at her family's celebrations and holidays. She truly made a difference in her client's' lives. Eunice had a strong faith and knew the importance of family. She was an active parishioner at Saint Malachy's Church, Saint Margaret's Church, and Saint Mary's Church. She especially enjoyed being part of the church's music ministries. She was blessed to have a warm and loving family. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. Eunice was the beloved mother of Peta-Gaye Prinn & her husband Michael of Boston. She was the loving grandmother of Jackson Prinn. She was the devoted sister of Marie Lewis & her husband Harry of New Jersey, Joseph Richards & his wife Beverly of Canada, Michael Richards & his wife Jean of Randolph, Claire Richards of Chelmsford, and the late Theresa Morales. She was the aunt of Deanne & Richard Benevento of Beverly, Paul & Carol Morales of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, Cathy-Ann Morales and her partner Dr. Nakela Cook of Washington D. C., Janice & Court C. Rideau of Chelmsford, Simone & Jim Tigges of Burlington, Warren & Christine Richards of Duxbury, Roderick & Norma Lewis of New Jersey, and Donna Lewis of New York. She is also survived by countless other relatives and friends. RICHARDS A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Mary's Church, 25 North Rd (Rt. 4), Chelmsford, on Friday, December 12 at 11am. Visiting hours will be held at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Thursday from 4-8pm. Interment in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, BURLINGTON. In lieu of floweres, mermorials in Eunice's name may be made to the Temporary Care Services Family Support, 5 Sacramento St, Cambridge, MA 02138. For directions, obituary & online guestbook see www.sullivanfuneralhome.net & www.saint-mary.org |
RILEY, Elaine M. (Barone) Dec. 8, of Melrose, formerly of Everett. Beloved wife of the late Francis X. Riley and loving mother of Susan and her late husband David Manning of Everett, Janis and her husband Walter Figelski of Weymouth, Karen and her husband James Langone of Everett and Francis X. Riley Jr. and his wife Margaret of Billerica. Grandmother of Karen, Timothy, and Brian and his wife Nicole Manning, James Langone and Zachary Riley. Funeral from the Murphy O'Hara Funeral Home, 519 Broadway, EVERETT, on Thursday at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church at 10 am. Visiting hours on Wednesday "today" from 4 to 8pm. Interment Puritan Lawn Cemetery, Peabody. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Elaine's memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 845945, Boston, MA 02284. Murphy-O'Hara Funeral Home Everett 617-387-0506 |
ROY, Joseph A. Of North Reading, formerly of Cambridge, December 7, 2008, age 84. Beloved husband of the late Lorraine J. (Perry) Roy. Loving uncle of Robert J. Perry of Albuquerque, NM; Michael Lynch of FL; Timothy Lynch of Pascoag, RI; Jackie and Catherine Lynch of Winthrop and James Patrick Lynch of Malden. Also survived by a close friend Helen Parow of North Andover and formerly of North Reading. Calling hours will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., NORTH READING on Friday, December 12, from 9 to 10:30 AM, followed by a 11 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa's Church, 63 Winter St. (Rt.62), North Reading. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Retired foreman for the Cambridge Water Dept. and a US Navy Veteran of WWII and the Korean Conflict. Crosswell Funeral Home North Reading (978) 664-3031 |
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RUTHERFORD, Thomas J. Services for Thomas J. Rutherford, 56, of Willoughby, Ohio, formally of Burlington, MA, will be 11 AM Saturday, December 13, at Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, 4154 Clark Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio. Mr. Rutherford passed away Sunday, December 7, at his home. Born October 20, 1952 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he has lived in Lake County, Ohio for the past 21 years. Mr. Rutherford retired after 32-years of service at Rockwell Automation in December 2007. He was a co-founder of NOREC, LLC in 2008. Survivors are his wife of 30 years, Marjorie (Leppanen) Rutherford; sons, Steven (Linda Hollis) Rutherford, Ph.D., of Princeton, New Jersey; Daniel (Katie Sullivan) Rutherford, a Specialist in the US Army, stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky; David Rutherford of Willoughby, Ohio and Ricky Stansbury, also of Willoughby, Ohio; granddaughter, Mya Rutherford; mother, Louise Rutherford and sister, Karen Rutherford, both of Waltham, Massachusetts and brothers, Patrick (Ellen) Rutherford of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Michael (Kris) Rutherford of North Reading, Massachusetts. He also leaves many nieces and nephews and their families. His father, Thomas J. Rutherford, Sr. passed away in 1994. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Friday at the funeral home. The Rev. Michael Currier of the Body of Christ Community will officiate at the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, Inc., 5786 Heisley Rd., Mentor, OH 44060-1830 or online at |
RYAN, James A. Of Lincoln, formerly of Newton, December 8, 2008. Beloved husband of Marjorie (Kearney) Hines Ryan. Devoted father of Linda Ryan Maxwell of Mashpee, Jane Kuronen and her husband Michael of Newton, Sandra Conner and her husband William of Natick, Robert Ryan and his wife Lisa of La Quinta, CA, Mary Uberti and her husband William of Newton, Thomas Ryan and his wife Jill of Newton. Step father of David Hines and his wife Kathleen of West Roxbury and Patricia Hines of Swampscott. Son of the late William and Georgiana Ryan of Newton. Brother of the late William Ryan, Katherine Phelan, Rita Lebeau, Georgiana Garry, Anne Conners and Jane Donovan. Grandfather of David Ryan Maxwell, Matthew and Stephen Kuronen, Ryan, Elena and Rebecca Cheney, Kerrick Ryan, William, Daniel and Michael Uberti, Thomas and Brendan Ryan. Step Grandfather of David, Patrick, Erin and Sgt. Justin Hines. Great grandfather of Jayda Ryan Maxwell. Funeral from the Blackington, Conroy & Hayes Funeral Home, 1479 Washington St. (Rte. 16), WEST NEWTON, Friday, December 12 at 9:30 A.M., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Bernard's Church, West Newton at 10:30 A.M. Visiting hours Thursday from 3:00-7:00 P.M. Interment in Newton Cemetery. Founder of the James A. Ryan Insurance Agency in West Newton. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the Flynn Fund Scholar Athlete Program, Conte Forum Athletic Dept., 140 Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. Blackington, Conroy & Hayes F.H. 1-800-585-6939 |
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SALVAGE, James E. Of Stoneham, Nov. 18. Father of Jean E. Drapeau and the late James E. Salvage, Jr. Son of the late Harold & Catherine (Barrett) Salvage. Brother of Annamae Arsenault, Rosemary Yasi, Charles, Kevin and John Salvage and the late Harold, Peter, Paul, Roger, Leo and Richard Salvage and Regina Andreason. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, many nieces, nephews & cousins. A Memorial Mass celebrated on Sun. Dec. 21, 10:30 AM in St. Patrick Church, 71 Central St., Stoneham. Forobit/directions/ guestbook, McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home Stoneham 781-438-0405 |
Catherine L. Sampson MILTON Catherine L. (Fitzgerald) Sampson passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 7. Born in Boston, she grew up and resided in Neponset until her move to Milton 36 years ago. Mrs. Sampson was an Insurance Broker, a late employee of the Feenan Financial Group, Quincy and a longtime volunteer of St. Angela Church, Mattapan and St. Ann Church, Neponset. The beloved wife of Roy L. Sampson of Milton, she is survived by her devoted children; Maureen & Michael L. Wolinsky of Sharon, Richard L. & Kathleen M. of Milton and Karen A. Sampson of Plymouth, her loving grandchildren; Jason, Allyson, Lauren, David & Daniel Wolinsky, Patrick & Kevin Sampson, Jennifer, Nicole & Christos Polychronopoulos, her great grandson, Joshua, and her sisters & brothers; Mary P. Kelly, Marguerite Garbett, both of Norwood, Edward of Plymouth & John Fitzgerald of Quincy. She was the sister of the late Richard, Thomas & Robert Fitzgerald and Anna Murphy. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Agatha Church, Milton, Thursday at 10:30 AM. Visiting hours will be held at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., Milton, Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment Milton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis, 1659 Branham Lane, Suite F 27, San Jose, CA 95118 |
SAMPSON, Catherine L. (Fitzgerald) Of Milton, suddenly, Dec. 7. Beloved wife of Roy L. Devoted mother of Maureen & Michael L. Wolinsky of Sharon, Richard L. & Kathleen M. of Milton and Karen A. Sampson of Plymouth. Loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren. Sister of Mary P. Kelly, Marguerite Garbett, both of Norwood, Edward of Plymouth, John of Quincy and the late Richard, Thomas & Robert Fitzgerald and Anna Murphy. Funeral Mass at St. Agatha Church, Milton, Thurs. at 10:30 AM. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON, Wed. 4 to 8 PM. Late employee of the Feenan Financial Group, Quincy. Longtime volunteer of St. Angela Church, Mattapan and St. Ann Church, Neponset. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis, 1659 Branham Lane, Suite F, 27, San Jose, CA 95118., . Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton (617) 696-4200 |
and friends are invited to a Memorial Service Friday, December 12, 2008 at 7 pm in Second Congregational Church, 50 Park Street, Attleboro, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations to Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA, 02703 in memory of Mr. Sampson would be appreciated. For more information, visit us at, . Arrangements by Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home, Pawtucket, RI. |
SAMUELS, Barbara (Berkson) Of Stoughton and Boynton Beach, FL, on Saturday, December 6, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Morton B. Samuels. Loving mother of Debra & Tony Deligianis and Robert & Alyssa Samuels all of Sharon. Cherished grandmother of Adam, Amanda and Rena. Dear sister of Selma & Marvin Roberts of Delray Beach, FL, Elaine & Jason Timmons of Needham and lifelong friend of Selma Ratzkoff of Brookline. Devoted aunt to her nieces and nephews. Services at the Levine Chapel, 470 Harvard St., BROOKLINE on Friday, December 12 at 11:00AM. Interment to follow at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, Centre St., West Roxbury. Memorial observance at the home of Debra & Tony Deligianis Friday until Sundown, continuing Saturday evening and Sunday 1PM-4PM. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to New England Sinai Hospital, 150 York St., Stoughton, MA 02072. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300 |
and friends are kindly invited to attend his Funeral Mass on Friday, December 12th at Noon in St. Michael's Church, North Andover. Interment with Military Honors will follow at the Ridgewood Cemetery, North Andover. Calling Hours will be held on Thursday from 4 to 7 at the Conte Funeral Home, 17 Third Street, NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845. For those who wish, Donald may be remembered through donations to the Maryland School for the Blind, 3501 Taylor Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21236 or to a charity of one's choice. For funeral home directions or to sign the family guest book, please visit |
Michael J. Scully MIDDLEBORO Michael J. Scully, 22 years, of Middleboro, died Sunday, from injuries sustained in a car accident. He was born in Stoughton, a son of Sheila (Kight) Scully of South Easton and the late Wayne A. Scully. He was raised and educated in Brockton and attended Brockton High School, where he was a member of the Brockton High School track team. For the past three years, Michael was a warehouse receiver for W.B. Mason. In his free time, he enjoyed PS3 Call of Duty and paintballing with his brother Cody. Michael was a very dedicated father to his two year old son, Anthony, who was his world. He was extremely devoted to his family and cherished the time spent with his fiancee, son, mother and siblings. He will be remembered for having a smile on his face and a laugh in his heart. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his fiancee, Jessica M. Mohan; his son, Anthony; his sisters and brother, Jamie, Lynsey, Brittany and Cody Scully; his grandparents, Ralph and Gail Duvall of Holiday, Fla., and Gordon and Beverly Scully of Bridgewater, Bill Kight and Kathy Evans of Halifax; his great-grandparents, Will and Ruth Kight of St. Petersburg, Fla.; a niece, Kaylee Sena; and a nephew, Michael Hammond. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral service in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, Friday, at 12 p.m. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Visiting hours Thursday, 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Michael to Anthony Scully. For condolences and directions, www.conleyfuneralhome.com. |
hours will be held Friday, December 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be held from the funeral home on Saturday, December 13 with a Mass as Noon in Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 25 Fales St., Worcester. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Worcester. |
& friends respectfully invited. Burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. There are no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Warren's name to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 9 Erie Dr., Suite 101, Natick, MA 01760. Army WW II Veteran. For directions obituary & to sign guest book visit, Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949 |
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SIA, Julia (Farquhar) Age 79 of Medway, December 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Angelo Sia. Mother of Charles A. of Boston, Vincent F. of Medway, James A. of Sudbury, Edna R. Clifford of Newport, RI, Helen E. Sia of San Juan, Puerto Rico & Mary Anne Maginot of Palmetto, FL. Also survived by eleven grandchildren & four great-grandchildren. Funeral services Saturday, December 13 at 11 a.m. in the Community Church of West Medway, 193 Main St., W. Medway. Burial Evergreen Cemetery, W. Medway. Calling hours Friday 2 - 4 & 6 - 8 p.m. in the Ginley-Crowley Funeral Home, 3 Barber St., MEDWAY. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Public Broadcasting Station (WGBH-Boston):, . Ginley-Crowley Funeral Home ( |
Concord, NH Joyce L. Simmons, at the age of 65, died Thursday, November 27 in the Concord Hospital. She was born in Brockton, MA, daughter of the late Robert and Mildred (Blanchard) Fisher. She was a graduate of Stoughton High School Class of 1961, and also Norwood Secretarial School in Norwood, MA. Joyce was the head teller for the Rockland Credit Union in Rockland, MA and Lake Sunapee Savings Bank. Joyce was generous with her time volunteering whenever she could, she was known for her skills at the bingo table, she enjoyed camping, and animals. Her greatest love was her family especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband; former Fire Chief Edgar Simmons, three daughters; Pamela J. Millett and her husband Eric of Boscawen, Bonnie G. Simmons of Concord, Donna D. Pizzutillo and her husband Frank of Manchester, one son; Richard E. Simmons and his wife Tomoko of Tilton, nine grandchildren; Nicholas, Douglas and Sarah Millett, Christopher Simmons, Anthony, Mackenzie, and Tristan Pizzutillo, Lilly and Oliver Simmons, one brother; Robert Fisher, Jr. of Brockton, MA, one sister; Evelyn Norvish of Whitman, MA. Memorial visiting hours will be held on Saturday, December 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean St., Rt. 139, Marshfield, MA 02050. For online guestbook and directions please visit us at our website, macdonaldfuneralhome.com. |
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and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours in the Brown & Hickey Funeral Home, 36 Trapelo Rd., BELMONT Wednesday, 4-8 pm. Brown & Hickey Funeral Home Belmont,MA 617-484-2534 617-547-1500. |
and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8. lnterment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Timothy's name to the Light House Care Center, 204 Proctor Ave., Revere, MA 02151. For directions, obituary and guestbook, Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-398-9200 Medford - Woburn - Wilmington |
SONNABEND, Roger P. Of Key Biscayne, FL and Boston, on Sunday, December 7, 2008. Beloved husband of Joan (Snider). Devoted father of Andrea Sonnabend, Stephanie Sonnabend & her husband Gregory, Jacqueline Sonnabend & her husband Joe, Alan Sonnabend and Paige Sonnabend. Loving grandfather of Antonia, Nicholas, Paul, Jonathan, Nicole, Alex, Emilee, Matthew and Jenna. Fond brother of Paul and Stephen Sonnabend. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston, (Parking available on the Riverway) on Wednesday, December 10 at 11:30am. Interment at Temple Israel Cemetery, Wakefield. Memorial observance following the interment at Stephanie and Gregory's home until 8:00pm and continuing Thursday 5-8pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances would be appreciated to Institute of Contemporary Art, 100 Northern Ave, Boston, MA 022l0. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300 |
SPENCER, Ms. Anna M. Of Malden, December 7th. Devoted daughter of the late Philip J. and Annie T. (O'Leary) Spencer. Beloved sister of the late Sister M. Philberta, C.S.J. and Catherine J. Spencer. Lovingly survived by many cousins. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend a Funeral from the Carroll Funeral Home, 721 Salem Street (Maplewood Square) MALDEN on Thursday morning, December 11th at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Joseph's Church, 770 Salem Street, Malden at 10 o'clock. Visiting Hours in the Carroll Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-8 PM. Services will conclude with interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Carroll Funeral Home 781-322-6322 |
and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday from 4-8 PM. Interment Winthrop Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to the , 25 Stuart St., Boston MA 02116. For directions or to sign Lillian's online guestbook go to, . Caggiano Funeral Home 617 846 8700 Winthrop |
and friends are respectfully invited. Visitation period from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday morning in St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Arrangements by the Solimine, Landergan & Richardson Funeral Home, 67 Ocean St, LYNN. In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations be made to Biotheropeutic Research for the Advancement of Gene & Immunotherapy, c/o Development Office, Roger Williams Hospital, 825 Chulkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908. Directions and guestbook at |
SWEENEY, Edward J., Jr. Died unexpectedly, age 62, in Huntersville, N.C., Dec. 2. Beloved husband of Ellen T. (Finn) for 41 years. Devoted father of Shannon Sweeney of Huntersville, NC and Sean Sweeney and his wife Julie of Highlands Ranch, CO., and loving "Poppy" to 3 grandchildren. Son of Edward J. Sr. and the late Mary (Fitzgerald) Sweeney of Roslindale. Brother of Anne Marie Scannell, Michael Sweeney, Beth Knapp and the late Maureen Dugan. Ed was a retired Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army and Vietnam War Hero. He served a tour in Vietnam, as a helicopter pilot and was awarded medals for meritorious leadership and gallantry in action including the Silver Star, Bronze Star and an Air Medal (45th. award with "V" device) for Heroism. He retired in 1987 from Ft. McPherson, GA. He was Director of Maintenance for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg and Union County Schools. He was a graduate of Christopher Columbus High School and University of Tampa. A Funeral Mass will be Friday Dec. 12th at St. Anthony's Church, 167 E. Falmouth Hwy., E. Falmouth at 11am. Interment with Military Honors at the MA. National Cemetery, Bourne, MA. In lieu of flowers donations in Ed's name may be made to "UCPS Employee's Assoc. Fund" 2O1 Venus Street, Monroe, N.C., 28112. Attn. Ray Barnes. A tribute and guestbook for Ed can be found at, William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617 323 8600 |
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BROCKTON Nicholas Tasho, 85 years, of Brockton, died Dec. 8, 2008. He was the husband of the late Mildred V. (Kolunie) Tasho; father of Diane Prince, Peter Tasho and David Tasho. Complete funeral arrangements to be announced by the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St., Brockton. Phone 508-586-0254, or www.-RussellFuneralHome.com. |
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Raymond J. Trombly of Dracut; 72 Dracut Raymond J. Trombly, a Dracut resident, beloved husband of Constance V. (Monty) Trombly died Sunday December 7, 2008 at the Saints Medical Center, following an extended Illness. He was 72. He was born in Lowell on October 25, 1936 a son of the late Raymond Trombly and the late Helen (Vigneault) Saunders. Ray was a member of the American Legion Post 212 in Chelmsford. He owned and operated the former Champagne Diner in Lowell for four years, and then he owned and operated the former Trombly House Restaurant on Woburn Street in Lowell for ten years until illness forced his retirement. Ray enjoyed playing cards and get togethers with family and friends. Survivng him besides his wife are a sister and brother in-law, Claire and Stephen Beach of Clermont, FL; Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Carmen and Leonard Cossette of Springfield, Gilbert and Charlotte Monty of Pelham, NH, Ronald Monty of Baltimore, MD, Conrad Monty and his partner Helen Smith of Lowell; and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Lucille Taylor. TROMBLY Relatives and friends may call at the MCKENNA-OUELLETTE FUNERAL HOME, 327 Hildreth St, from 3 until 7pm on Thursday. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 9am in the Immaculate Conception Church. Burial will be private. For directions and condolences, please visit www.mckennaouellette.com |
WESTMINSTER — Vilho V. Minkkinen, 87, of 37 Colony Road, passed away, Monday, December 8, 2008 surrounded by his loving family at the Heywood Hospital in Gardner. He leaves his wife of 55 years, Lillian (Lutz) Minkkinen; one daughter, Linda (Minkkinen) Mulligan and her husband Michael; one grandson, Eric Mulligan; one granddaughter, Colleen Mulligan and one brother, Erkki O. Sign In To Read Full Story |
Mario Valenti, of Rochdale, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 9, 2008, eighty-two years to the day of his birth after suffering a series of strokes. Mario was born December 9th 1935 in Worcester, a son of Loreto and Adelaida (DeAngelis) Valenti. He attended Worcester Public Schools, served in the South Pacific with the U.S. Navy during World War II and has lived here most of his life. Mario is survived by three brothers: Armand Valenti in Florida, John Valenti of Milford and James Valenti of South Yarmouth. Many nieces and nephews. Three sisters: Sally Valenti, Helen Hastings, and Mary DiVerdi and two brothers: Louis and Frank Valenti all predeceased him. Mario worked as a carpenter in the Worcester Area for many years before retiring. Funeral services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Mario's name may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. is honored to assist the family with arrangements. |
VISOCCHI, Domenica (Palmieri) Of Watertown Dec. 7, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Orazio. Mother of Domenic Visocchi of Watertown, Robert Visocchi and his wife Julia of Waltham. Sister of Lavinia Orsini of Italy, Anna Rea of Canada, Ida DiSoto and Italo Palmieri of Italy. Grandmother of Davio and Alessio. Funeral from the Nardone Funeral Home, 373 Main St., WATERTOWN on Friday at 8:00 AM followed by a 9:00 AM Funeral Mass in St. Patrick Church. Burial in Newton Cemetery. Visiting hours Thursday 4 to 8 PM. Member of the Watertown Sons of Italy Cornelia Dei Gracchi Lodge #1583. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to; National Brain Tumor Society, 124 Watertown St. Suite 2D, Watertown, MA 02472, . Nardone Funeral Home 617-924-1113 |
and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00pm. Interment New Westwood Cemetery. U. S. Navy Veteran, Korea. Retired Mechanical Engineer for the FAA. In lieu of Flowers donations may be made in Frank's name to the National Pancreas Research Foundation, 364 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116 Holden - Dunn - Lawler 781-326-0074 |
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and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours at the Eaton Funeral Home 1351 Highland Ave. NEEDHAM on Wed. from 4-7 PM. Interment at Needham Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc. Mass Affiliate, Inc., 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. Late U. S. Air Force Korean war veteran. For directions, obit/guestbook, Eaton Funeral Home 781-444-0201 |
Robert John Wilkinson VERNON, CONN Robert J. Wilkinson, 84, of Vernon, beloved husband of the late Elisabeth Wilkinson, separated himself from his physical body and entered the spiritual world peacefully on December 3, 2008, surrounded by his family. Robert Bob, born July 3, 1924 in Milton, MA, was the second son of Thomas and Teresa Wilkinson of Quincy, MA. Robert grew up in North Quincy and attended North Quincy High School. During World War II, Robert served in the Navy Air Corps in the South Pacific as a radioman aboard B-17 and PBY aircraft. He received several commendations including the Navy Air Medal for anti-submarine patrols and reconnaissance missions in the summer of 1945, Squadron 142. A 1950 graduate of Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA, Bob was employed with Maryland Casualty Co. in Boston, before joining Allstate as an adjuster in 1955. In his 35 years with Allstate, Bob held several positions in the claims department before retiring as the managing attorney for the New England region. Bob was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed golf, basketball, baseball and fishing. However, football was his passion and he was a loyal Patriots fan from the onset. Bob was also an avid reader, history buff, and music lover; in his later years, he enjoyed woodworking projects. Robert and Elisabeth enjoyed travel to Bermuda, Barbados, and Nova Scotia as well as attending concerts at Hart School of Music and U Conn. Robert is predeceased by his two brothers Richard (Dick) and John (Jack) who also served in WWII. He is survived by his daughter Karen and her husband Vic of Hopewell Junction, NY; his son Thomas and his children Jon and Benjamin of Suffield. He is also survived by his sister Carol Bangs of Carver, MA; a sister-in-law Gloria Wilkinson of Plymouth; and, a brother-in-law Cal Parker of Milton, MA as well as many dear nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the entire staff at The Suffield House for the care and kindness shown to Robert. The family will receive friends and guests at the Nicholson & Carmon Funeral Home, 443 East St. North, (Rt.159) Suffield for 1 hour, 11 a.m.-12 noon on Saturday (December 13, 2008). A short service at the same location will commence at 12 Noon. Afterwards, family and friends will gather at the Suffield Country Club. Memorial contributions in Roberts memory can be made to The Salvation Army, his favorite charity. The Salvation Army National Headquarters P.O. Box 269 Alexandria, VA 22313; or online at |
Mary G. Williams TAUNTON Mary G. (Voci) Williams, 91 years, of Taunton, formerly of Brockton, died peacefully, Dec. 7, 2008, at home, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur A. Williams for 47 years. Daughter of the late Nicola and Emmanuela (Celia) Voci, born in Philadelphia, Mary moved to Brockton at the age of four. She was a graduate of Brockton High School and longtime communicant of St. Margaret Church. She was the loving mother of Joyce Hayes and her husband Richard of Brockton, Maureen Brillo and her husband Frank of Quincy, Cathy Jackson and her husband James of Bridgewater, Joanne Ferrari and her husband Joseph of Mansfield, Janice Scinta and her husband Louis of West Hartford, Conn., and Jeanne Pestana and her husband Thomas of Taunton. She was the devoted grandmother of Dianne (Hayes) Masel and Brendan Hayes, Timothy, Jonathan and Caitlin Brillo, Kelly, Kevin and Keith Jackson, Daniel Ferrari, Jenna and Louis Scinta Jr. and the late Deidre (Hayes) Baril. She was also the great-grandmother of Austin Masel, Meaghan, Delaney and Maxine Baril, Ryan and Kevin Hayes and Avery and Julia Brillo; and sister of Terry Dolan of New Canaan, Conn., and the late George Voci, Catherine Madan and Nicholas Voci. She recently retired after more than 30 years as Site Manager for Old Colony Elderly Services Meals on Wheels, Manning Towers. She was also a talented seamstress and taught sewing at the Brockton Evening Adult Enrichment classes at Gilmore School. She enjoyed painting, embroidery, Bunka and traveling. Mary had a great sense of humor, and most of all, loved spending time with her family. She was also a loving and caring mother and grandmother who always put her family first. She was loved by all and will be dearly missed. Funeral from the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, Friday, at 10 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Edith Stein Parish/St. Edward Church, at 11 a.m. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. Donations in Marys name may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care, 502 Bedford St., Fall River, MA 02720. For directions and condolences, www.conleyfuneralhome.com. |
Frances (Daucunas) Zenevich, 96, of 49 Pleasant Valley Dr., died December 9, 2008 in UMASS Memorial Medical Center, 119 Belmont St. Her husband, Albert P. Zenevich died in 1983. She leaves a sister-in-law, Locadia R. Daucunas of Worcester and several nephews and nieces. Frances was born in Worcester, a daughter of John and Ann (Stramila) Daucunas and lived here all of her life. Mrs. Zenevich was a nationally certified linotype operator and worked many years for the Heffernan Press Co. She also did linotype work for "Amerikos Lietuvis" a Lithuanian newspaper that was printed in Worcester. Frances was a member of St. Casimir Church and was a graduate of Commerce High School. The funeral will be held on Friday, December 12, from DIRSA-MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 298 Grafton St., with a Mass at 10:00 a.m in St. Casimir Church, 41 Providence St. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery. A calling hour will be held from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m, Friday, December 12 in the funeral home. www.worcesterfuneral.com |
Cheryl G. (Gould) Zollo, 64, of Shrewsbury, died unexpectedly Monday, December 8, 2008 in the UMASS Medical Center after becoming ill at home. Cheryl is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Louis P. Zollo; her devoted children: a son, Shannon Zollo and his wife Joni of Franklin MA; a daughter, Karin Anderson and her husband Von of Worcester; nine grandchildren: Alexandria, Zachary, Connor, Kara, Jacob, Kati, Kayana, Kinzi and Kaci. Cheryl is also survived by her father, George Gould of California; a brother, Robert Farland and his wife Pat of Maryland; a half brother, Steven Gould, and a half sister, Susan Loop, both of Portland Oregon; three brothers in-law: William Zollo, Paul Zollo, and Richard Girard, and sisters in-law: Anita Lucas Zollo, and Lisa Zollo. Cheryl also leaves an aunt, Marceligh Pratt Craner, and five nephews and nieces: Alison, Michael, and Renee Zollo, and Francis Harrahy, and Nicholas Zollo, and several great nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. A sister, Joyce Farland, and a half brother, Steven Gould predeceased her. Cheryl was born in Manchester, CT, daughter of the late Beryl (Nelson) Gould and came to Worcester at an early age. She was a graduate of North High School, and Quinsigamond Community College, and has lived in Shrewsbury for 13 years. Cheryl was a professional organizer and was the founder and owner of the Organi Genesis Company for many years and was still active up to her passing. Cheryl was the heart of her family and enjoyed being with her friends and relatives. She was an intimate and trustworthy friend to all who knew her, and will be missed dearly by her family and friends. Cheryl loved to read, and was a fantastic baker and enthusiastic cook. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Worcester, and was an active member of the North High Alumni Association where she helped coordinate many class reunions. Cheryl's funeral will be held Friday, December 12, at 12 noon in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 67 Chester St. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 5-8PM in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. Another period of visitation will be held in the church Friday morning from 11AM to Noon. Interment will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. In lieu of flowers, the family ask's donations be made to a charity of your choice for childrens needs. |
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