Theodora Adams, 89, of Holden, formerly of Worcester, died Friday, August 21 in Holy Trinity Nursing Center. Her husband of 51 years, Angelo C. Adams died in 1992. She leaves a daughter, Helen M. Quist of Holden with whom she lived most recently; a grandson, Jonathan C. Quist and his wife Kerri of Holden; two great-grandchildren, Bryna and Jack and several nieces and nephews. Two brothers, George Naoum and Gregory Naoum predeceased her. She was born in Albania, daughter of Michael and Thomaida (Lazar) Naoum and came to the United States at the age of 15 through Ellis Island. She then settled in Grovendale, MA. where she met her husband Angelo whom she married in June, 1941 and at which time she moved and resided in Worcester for most of her life. The Funeral Service will be held Monday, August 24 at 11AM in FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 1 West Boylston St., West Boylston. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery, Worcester. A visiting hour will be held Monday, August 24, from 10 to 11 AM at the funeral home. For directions and online condolence book please visit www.fay.com |
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Albert Griffin II 1914-2009 HOLYOKE - Albert "Buddy" Griffin II died peacefully in his sleep on August 20, 2009. He was born in Columbus, GA on May 20, 1914 to the late Ernest and Selina (King) Griffin. Educated in Columbus and Holyoke, MA schools, he was a graduate of Holyoke High School. He was a longtime employee of Westinghouse Corp., Worthington Corporation and was a security person for Mt. Holyoke College and UMASS Amherst. He was a member of the Masons and was an original member of the Monarchs, a pioneer African-American civic and social club in Western Massachusetts. He was predeceased by his first wife Katherine, his second wife Leona, his siblings, Ernestine Griffin, John Griffin, Frank Griffin and Alma Jennings. He is survived by his son Albert P. Griffin of Philadelphia, many nieces and nephews of the Griffin, Dudley and Jennings families of Holyoke, South Hadley, Chicopee and Springfield, the Turner family of New York and the Manly family of Connecticut. He also leaves behind many cousins and family members in the Columbus, GA area and many friends and acquaintances in the greater Springfield area. The funeral will be Tuesday at 11 am at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home. A calling hour will precede the funeral on Tuesday from 10 to 11 am. |
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Anita Hancock 1927 - 2009 PALMER - Anita (Paquette) Hancock, 81, of Park Street, died Wednesday, August 19 at home. Bon in Palmer, November 15, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Oscar and Emelda (Laviolette) Paquette. A lifelong resident, she was a communicant of St. Anne's Church. Prior to retiring, she worked as an operator for ATT in Springfield for 23 years. Her husband Austin preceded her in death in 1994. She will be missed by her 3 sons, James "Douglas" and his wife Betty of Ware, John "Duane" of Palmer, and Dale S. and his wife Suzanne of Monson, along with a sister Lorraine Authier of Three Rivers. Besides her parents and husband, a sister Claire Ramadon preceded her in death. She also leaves 3 grandchildren, Jennifer, Timothy and Michelle, and 4 great grandchildren. Private graveside services will be held at St. Anne's Cemetery. Beers & Story Palmer Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. For those wishing, donations may be made to Quabaog Valley Hospice, 42B Wright St., Palmer, 01069. For online guestbook, please visit: |
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Anne P. (McElaney) Cuddy of Dorchester, a homemaker, died Saturday at Marian Manor in South Boston. She was 93. Born and raised in Boston, Mrs. Cuddy was a longtime resident... |
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Barbara A. (Caplis) Flynn of Franklin, a retired bookkeeper, died Tuesday at Milford Regional Medical Center. She was 80. Born in Boston, Mrs. Flynn had lived in Newton... |
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NEW BEDFORD — John Barboza, 81, of New Bedford, died Wednesday, August 19, 2009, at St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in East Providence, the son of the late Aurelio and Elizabeth (DeLomba) Barboza, he lived in Pawtucket and New Bedford for many years. Mr. Barboza was formerly employed as chef in the merchant marine for Red Star and Exxon, and later worked for the Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket Steamship Authority. He was a member of National Maritime Union and many civic and social organizations in New Bedford and Rhode Island. Survivors include two children, Justine L. Medina and her husband, Karlo, and Duane J. Barboza, all of New Bedford; two brothers, David Barboza of South Carolina and Raymond Barboza of California; three grandchildren, Destin Barboza, Ariana Barboza, and Noah Medina; his loving caregivers, Elena Robinson and Brian Barboza; and nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Harry Barboza, George Barboza, Alfred Barboza, Dorothy DaSilva, Rose Pinto, Yvonne Gonsalves, and Virginia Barboza. His Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 8 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. Visiting hours will be on Monday from 4-8 PM prior to the service. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com. |
Victoria M. " Vicki" Ruperto Belcher 1924 - 2009 PITTSFIELD Victoria M. "Vicki" Ruperto Belcher, 84, of 57 Lillian St., passed away on Thursday, Aug. 20, at Berkshire Medical Center, surrounded by her family after a battle with a long illness. Born in Pittsfield on Dec. 22, 1924, daughter of Francesco Ruperto and Elizabeth Salvaggio Ruperto, she attended local schools and graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1942. Vicki owned and operated Vicki's Apparel from 1980 to 1992, a women's dress shop that offered fine fashions. Prior to her ownership, she worked as a store manager for Town and Country Women's Apparel, 1964 - 1980, and Yezzi's, 1956-1964. Vicki opened her own store in 1980 in the former Dunham Mall, her store was destroyed in an early morning block fire. Determined and a fighter, she reopened in 10 days in the Elglo Mall, the Friday after Thanksgiving, with all new merchandise and a few fire sale items. Her entire family rallied around her positive attitude, building a new store in such a short period of time. The business's last stop was the Berkshire Common, squeezed between Friendly's and James Jewelers. She loved her buying trips to the New York City Garment District often buying a "one of a kind" in this area for a few special customers. After her retirement she worked part time for Deidre's until the age of 81. She had a natural eye for fashion and always told the customer the truth even if it meant losing the sale. Someone once said "she could sell the Brooklyn Bridge twice". She spent over 35 years in the retail fashion industry and it came to define her. Prior to her years in fashion, she worked as a private secretary for the former Eaton Paper Company. Vicki was married to Robert "Bob" Belcher for almost 62 years. He predeceased her in May 2008. She leaves a daughter, and her husband, Christine and Donald Launt of Pittsfield; a son and his wife, John "Jack" Belcher and wife Christine, of Nashua, N.H.; two sisters, Mary "Dolly" D'Amore and Frances Fazio, and her husband, Fran, of Pittsfield; six grandchildren, Melissa, Mary and Melanie Launt of Pittsfield and Robbie, Jacob and Jason Belcher of Nashua, N.H.; and four great-grandchildren, Mason Launt, Brittany and Alexandria McKnight and Olivia Kathleen Murphy. FUNERAL NOTICE: Services will be Monday, Aug. 24, at 9 a.m. from the FLYNN & DAGNOLI-BENCIVENGA FUNERAL HOME, 5 Elm St., Pittsfield, MA, 01201. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with the Rev. James K. Joyce, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the family plot at St. Joseph's Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Sunday, Aug. 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital in care of the funeral home. |
Bernard W. Lynch 1923-2009 WILBRAHAM - Bernard (Bernie) W. Lynch, 86 of Wilbra-ham, beloved husband of Barbara (Rinaldi) Lynch, passed away Wednesday August 19, 2009. He was born May 14, 1923 in Springfield, MA and was the son of the late John J. and Nellie B. (Cizek) Lynch. He was a WWII veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He fought for our country in Okinawa and was in the landing party at the Saipan and Tinian invasions. He was a hard working man with various careers. In his younger days he loved golf and taught his sons the game. He was an avid Red Sox and Celtics fan. His house was always open to his children's friends and family. In his later years, his memories of horseback riding and roller skating always brought a smile to his face and his audience. He loved to sing at the convalescent home and talk with all his caregivers. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Besides his wife Barbara of 62 years, Bernard is survived by his sons, Bernard, Jr. and his fiancé Carol of Farmington, CT; Thomas of Tucson, AZ; Daniel and his wife Mary Anne of Springfield and Raymond and his wife Maria of Ludlow. He was predeceased by his only daughter, Christine. In addition, he leaves eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and his sister, Mary Yarger. He was predeceased by his two brothers, Edward and John Lynch and by two sisters, Anna Szostek and Patricia Kennedy. Family and friends are asked to gather for Bernard's funeral on Monday August 24th at 9:45AM at the Hafey Springfield Chapels, 494 Belmont Ave., followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 11AM at St. Cecilia's Church, Wilbraham. A committal service will follow at 1PM in the Chapel at the Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Agawam. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 4-7 PM at the funeral home. For directions and online condolences, please visit, HAFEY FUNERAL HOME 413-734-4508 |
Suzanne Bilotta 1947 - 2009 PITTSFIELD Suzanne Bilotta, 62, of 142 Cheshire Road, died Friday, Aug. 21, at Berkshire Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pittsfield, April 1, 1947, daughter of the late Antonio and Dorothy Peaslee Saldo, she was a 1965 graduate of Pittsfield High School, and attended the Nursing Program at McCann Technical Vocational School in North Adams. At the time of her death, Mrs. Bilotta was employed in the Medical Records Department at Berkshire Medical Center where she had worked for 40 years. She was a member of Christian Assembly Church. She enjoyed cooking and traveling, and spending time with her family. Mrs. Bilotta leaves her husband, Louis Bilotta, whom she married April 3, 1971, at Pilgrim Memorial Church. Besides her husband, she also leaves two sons, Leone Bilotta and his wife, Lisa, of Philadelphia, and Antonio Bilotta, also of Philadelphia; a daughter, Juliana Bilotta of Pittsfield; a brother, Pittsfield Police Officer Richard A. Saldo and his wife, Susan, of Pittsfield; and two grandchildren, Samuel Leone Bilotta and Andrew David Bilotta. Mrs. Bilotta was pre-deceased by her sister, Joan Bertoldi, and her brother-in-law, Livio Bertoldi. FUNERAL NOTICE: Services for Suzanne Bilotta, who died Friday, Aug. 21, will be Monday, Aug. 24, at 10:15 a.m., from DERY FUNERAL HOME, followed by services at 11 a.m., at Christian Assembly Church. Burial will follow in Pittsfield Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mrs. Bilotta may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in care of the Funeral Home, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield. |
ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends may call on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen. Funeral Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2009 at St. Patrick's Church, Lawrence. The family request that those wishing to attend the funeral Mass to please go directly to the church on Monday. Burial will follow in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Methuen. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dennis R. Bistany Scholarship Fund, c/o TD BankNorth, 547 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844 or at any TD BankNorth location. For directions and condolences please visit our online Web site at |
Converse H. Blanchard MADISON, WI Converse Herrick (Connie) Blanchard, Emeritus Professor of Physics, UW Madison, died unexpectedly on August 13, 2009 in Chilmark, Massachusetts. He was a much loved teacher, colleague, husband, father, grandfather, friend, community volunteer, and an appreciative and enthusiastic University Heights resident for 47 years. He was born to Miriam Eliza Herrick and Lindall Converse Blanchard of Abington, Massachusetts, in September 1923. He earned the AB from Harvard College and served in the USNR, 1943-6. In 1946 he was married to Margaret Alice (Mardie) Wheatley who took devoted and loving care of her husband and four children in a happy marriage of 35 years. Blanchard took the PhD in nuclear theory at UW Madison, and joined the faculty at Penn State University where he taught and did neutron physics and nuclear theory, 1953-1961. He returned to UW Madison as a faculty member with particular responsibility for teaching and advising the graduate teaching assistants. Mardie Blanchard died in 1981, and in 1984 he was married to June Miller Weisberger, now Emerita Professor of Law at UW Madison, with whom he had a happy later life for over 25 years. He taught at UW Madison from 1961 to 1991. Seven students completed PhD research with him. In 1987, he received a campus wide distinguished teaching award in recognition of his exceptional ability to reach and inspire students both before full lecture halls and in one-on-one conversations. He was a Fellow of the American Physical Society and a past president of the Wisconsin Association of Physics Teachers. Blanchard was also a strong advocate for peace and other political and social justice causes, including being a founding member and initial chair of the Madison group of Amnesty International. In retirement he visited more than 1600 third-grade classrooms with a box of experiments and delighted in this work. He was an inquisitive, gentle man of good humor who was eager to add to his knowledge of science and other disciplines and was dedicated to the education of students of all ages. He is survived by his beloved wife June; his sister Mary Blanchard Hanabury of Kingston, Massachusetts; his children Elizabeth (Beth) Blanchard Schaffer (Steve) of Washington D.C., Margaret (Margy) Blanchard (Bob Lewis) of Middleton, Jean Patt (Tom) of Oshkosh, and Brian Blanchard (Mary) of Madison; and his grandchildren, Michael and Carolyn Patt, and Will, Ben, and Allison Blanchard, as well as Junes children, Jon Weisberger (Deborah) of Cottontown, Tennessee, Lise Weisberger (Malcolm Rich) of Skokie, Illinois, and Beth Weisberger (Timothy Fishbaugh) of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, and Junes grandchildren, Abigail, Miriam, and Rebecca Rich, Leo Weisberger and Sidney Lucas, and Leah Fishbaugh. Friends are invited to join the celebration of Connies life at the Sigma Phi fraternity house at 106 N. Prospect Avenue in Madison on Sunday, October 11 from 1:30 - 3:30 P.M. with informal remarks at 2:30 P.M. Those who would like to share a memory of Connie to be compiled into a book of remembrances are encouraged to email it, and their name as they wish it to appear, to Connies daughter Beth at bethbsdc@aol.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Connies name to support Madison public schools through the Foundation for Madisons Public Schools, 455 Science Dr., Madison, WI 53711, or to provide need-based scholarships at UW Madison through The Faculty Staff Great People Scholarship Initiative at the UW Foundation, 1848 University Avenue, Madison 53726. The UW Foundations website is UWFoundation.wisc.edu. |
Blanche D. Bolduc of Fitchburg Blanche D. (Morin) Bolduc, 95, of Fitchburg, died Friday, August 21, 2009, at the Keystone Center, Leominster, after an illness. A complete obituary will be in the Fitchburg Sentinel at a later date. Lavery-Chartrand & Alario Funeral Home, 99 Summer St., of Fitchburg is in charge of arrangements with the family. |
MILTON James J. Brady, Sr., age 93, of Milton, passed away peacefully, with his wife at his side, at Milton Hospital on Thursday, Aug. 20. Born, raised and educated in Brooklyn, NY, he had lived in Jamaica Plain before his move to Milton 29 years ago. A retired Diesel Mechanic of the Metropolitan District Commission at Deer Island, Mr. Brady was also a retired Navy Veteran of WW II and the Korean War. Among other assignments during his 20 years of Naval service, he served aboard the U.S.S. Aucilla & the U.S.S. Hyman. The beloved husband of Virginia F. (Gannon) Brady of Milton, he was the devoted father of James J. Brady, Jr. & his wife Maria of Hingham, the loving grandfather of James T. & Kevin G. Brady, and the brother of Helen McMahon of FL & Lorraine Fortunato of NY, and the late Beatrice Parks & Ann Sweeney. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary of the Hills Church, Milton, Mon. at 10 AM. Visiting hours will be held at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., Milton, Sunday 2 to 6 PM. Interment National Cemetery, Bourne, Monday at 1:30 PM. |
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C. Thomas O'Donnell of Methuen, a light installer and truck driver, died Saturday at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. He was 53. Born and raised in Stoneham,... |
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Judith A. Cahalan Notice DALTON Judith A. Cahalan, who died Tuesday, Aug. 18, also leaves her two loving grandchildren, Lauren Williamson and Matt Williamson. |
MARSHFIELD Richard L. Campbell of Marshfield, August 19, at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Carol A. (Yasevicz) Campbell. Father of Christopher Campbell and his wife Maria of Taunton, Karen Crumlish of Marshfield and the late Debra Ann Campbell. Grandfather of Alexander and Samantha Crumlish. Brother of Shirley Barkan of Taunton and the late Allen Campbell. Brother-in-law of John Yasevicz of Marshfield. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Richard was born and raised in Taunton and has lived in Marshfield for the past 49 years. He retired in 2005 as a Production Manager for Copley Controls in Canton where he worked for 12 years. Richard was also employed by Teledyne in Dedham for 30 years. Since his retirement Richard and his wife Carol would travel the US for 8 months out of each year. A Funeral Service will be held at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean St., (Rte 139) Marshfield, on Tuesday, August 25, at 11:00 am. Visiting hours Monday from 4 to 8 pm. Interment will be in the Couch Cemetery, Marshfield. For online guestbook and directions please visit us at macdonaldfuneralhome.com |
REDMOND, WA Sara "Sally" A. Campbell of Redmond, WA , formerly of Quincy, August 07, 2009. Beloved mother of Tina Kelleher and her husband Bill of Duvall, WA . Sister of Raymond Campbell of Quincy and the late Herbert and George Campbell. Devoted grandmother of Kieran Kelleher of Duvall, WA. Sally was a former employee of Doran & Horrigan Insurance Company in Quincy for several years. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her grandson. She will be missed by her family and all who know her. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours Monday 3-7PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock Street, QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:15AM on Tuesday prior to the Funeral Mass in Saint Ann's Church, Wollaston at 10 AM. Burial in New Calvary Cemetery, See |
Frances I. Cappi 1908 - 2009 HOUSATONIC Frances I. Cappi, 101, died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009 at the home of her daughter in South Egremont, Mass. Born in Krubia, Poland on July 6, 1908, daughter of Alexander and Marianna Mroz Siok. The family moved to the U.S.A. when she was very young and settled in Detriot, Mich. The family moved to Housatonic in 1915, and in 1918 purchased their house on Park Street. Mrs. Cappi lived in that house for 90 years before moving in with her daughters, who shared her care, in 2008. She was educated in Housatonic schools and worked in the former Monument Mills as a Weaver for over thirty tears. She also worked for the former Great Barrington Manufacturing, and at the former David Hats in Housatonic. In 1950, she and her mother became American Citizens in Great Barrington. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, and visiting with her friends. She was a member of the Senior Center in Great Barrington, enjoyed their bus trips, and loved to shop. She married Joseph B. Cappi on Oct. 21, 1939, at All Saint's Church in Housatonic. Mr. Cappi died on Nov. 18, 1973. Frances Cappi leaves her two daughters; Maryann Decker and her husband Paul, of South Egremont, and Diane Tatro and her husband Joseph, also of South Egremont; five grand children, Richard Zamberletti and his wife Susan, Michelle Gulotta & her husband Anthony, Paul Tatro and his wife Evelyn, Christopher Tatro and Beth White, and Lee Watroba and her husband Robert; nine great-grandchildren, Mathew and Adam Zamberletti, Marianna Gulotta, Sarah Humes and her husband Mathew, Alexander, Alyssa, and Alanna Tatro, and Sean and Valerie Watroba; and one great-great-grandchild, Madison Humes. She is predeacesed by her two brothers; Peter Siok, and William Paul Siok; and by a grand daughter Theresa Decker. FUNERAL NOTICE: The Family will receive friends on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009 at the BIRCHES-ROY FUNERAL HOME from four until 7 p.m. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be said in Monday, Aug. 24, at 10 a.m., at Corpus Christi Church of the Blessed Theresa of Calcutta Parish in Housatonic, with the Rev. William Murphy, pastor, as celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Bridget's Cemetery In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to Hospice Care in the Berkshires or to Elder Services, in care of the Birches-Roy Funeral Home, 33 South Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230 which is in charge of arrangements. |
Carmella Bedore 1915 - 2009 SPRINGFIELD - Carmella Bedore, 94, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2009 in Wingate of East Longmeadow. Born February 1, 1915 in Springfield, she was a daughter to the late Savino and Marie (Rossi) DeLevo. She was a retired seamstress for Carter's and a communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, both in Springfield. Carmella leaves several nieces. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Robert; son Robert Jr. and brothers John, Christopher, Alexander and Andrew DeLevo. Graveside services for Carmella will be held at 1:15PM on Monday, August 24, 2009 in St. Michael's Cemetery, Springfield. Forastiere Funeral Home, Springfield is serving the family. |
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Darrell R. Vaden June 18, 1955 August 4, 2009 He was a loving husband & father. Wife, Dorothy Douglas of 27 years; children, Dominique, DesMarie, Demetri, Deanne, Darius, Destiney, Danisha, Devee-Ana, Diamond; lifelong friends, Stanley Bohannon, Butch Treadwell, Egar Holman; brothers & sisters, Anthony, Benny, Steve, Keith, Toni, Stephanie, Jackie, Tayna, Necki. VADEN A Funeral Service will be Monday, August 24th at 10 a.m., at Our Lady of the Lake, 1400 Main St., Leominster, MA 01453. Arrangements by Curley-Marchand Funeral Home, 89 West St., Leominster. He will be missed by all. |
ARRANGEMENTS: Memorial service will be held at the West Gloucester Trinitarian Congregational Church, 488 Essex Ave., Gloucester on Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations in his memory to: S.E. Guide Dogs, 4210 77th St. E., Palmetto, FL 34221; Tidewell Hospice 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238; W.G.T.C. Church 488 Essex Ave., Gloucester, MA 01930., |
John Francis Desmond QUINCY John Francis Desmond, died on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at his home in Quincy surrounded by his loved ones after a short and courageous battle at the age of 51. Son of the late Joseph L. and Eleanor (Connolly) Desmond. Loving and devoted father of Kellie and Kristen Desmond both of Quincy. Brother of Daniel Desmond of Chatham, Kathleen Halpin of Quincy, Richard Desmond of Braintree, Maureen Cronin of Manchester, NH, Nancy Eastman of Marshfield, Paul Desmond of Quincy and the late Patricia Hennessy. John is the former husband of Cathy Desmond Greene of Quincy. John is also survived by his loving companion Tracie Donahue and his best buddy Ruby and many nieces and nephews. John was born on June 22, 1958 and attended St. Ann's School, he graduated from North Quincy High School Class of 1976. John completed the Quincy College Surgical Technician Program and was employed as a Surgical Technician at Caritas Carney Hospital in Dorchester for the past 17 years. He was part of the coaching staff at Quincy Youth Football as a defense coordinator for the North Quincy Apaches. He also held the title as a New England Golden Glove Champion and most recently was inducted into the North Quincy High School Football Hall of Fame. John was a devoted Boston sports fan, he enjoyed football, boxing and the Red Sox. He was very proud of his Irish heritage. He will be remembered as a devoted father, a cherished brother, great friend and fun loving man who was full of life who stayed courageous to the very end. He will be deeply missed by all those who were blessed to have known him. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours Sunday, August 23, 2009 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock Street, Wollaston. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:15 a.m. on Monday, August 24, 2009 prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, Monday at 10:00 a.m.. Burial in Saint Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of John may be made to North Quincy Apaches, Desmond Family Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Bank of American or to the Caritas Good Samaritan Hospice 310 Allston St. Brighton, MA 02135. . See |
WEYMOUTH Stephen L. Dhooge of Weymouth formerly of Dorchester died unexpectedly Thursday August 20, 2009 at his home in Weymouth. He was 55 years of age and was raised and educated in Dorchester. He moved to Weymouth 22 years ago. He retired in 2005 from the U.S. Post Office where he was a mail handler. He was also an author of a book Wicked Howl. He also served in U.S. Army. Beloved husband of Paula (Renehan) Dhooge. Devoted father of Stephen L. Dhooge Jr. of Quincy, Matthew J. Dhooge of South Weymouth and Mark C. Dhooge of Quincy. Loving grandfather of Taylor, Nathan and James Dhooge. Brother of Gerard Dhooge of Milton, Eugene Dhooge of Pembroke and Maureen Klaben of AL. He is also survived by his aunt Mary Kelly of Dorchester. Son of the late Eugene and Eleanor Dhooge. A Memorial Mass will take place on Monday August 24th at 10:00 oclock in St. Francis Xavier Church, South Weymouth. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours are omitted. In lieu of flowers, the Dhooge family prefers donations be made in Stephens memory to the Make a Wish Foundation, One Bulfinch, Suite 202, Boston, MA. 02114-2915. Arrangements by McDonald Funeral Homes, Weymouth. mcdonald-funeralhomes.com |
Dr. Rose T. Doherty BROCKTON Dr. Rose T. Doherty, 81, of Brockton, formerly of Randolph, died Aug. 20, 2009. A daughter of the late John F. and Mary (Hegarty) Doherty, she was born in Dorchester and raised in Roslindale and Dorchester. Rose earned a nursing degree from St. Margarets School of Nursing, both a bachelor and master's degree from Boston College, a master's degree from Fordham University and a Doctorate in Psychology from the University of Ottawa. She retired after 23 years as a psychologist at Royal Ottawa Hospital in Ottawa, Canada. A devout Catholic, she was a former communicant of St. Mary Church in Randolph. Rose was a member of both the American Psychologist Association and Canadian Psychologist Association. A Godmother to many children, she volunteered in Canada for Youville. Rose enjoyed reading and loved animals. She played the harmonica, accordion, banjo and guitar by ear. Rose was the beloved sister of Theresa Mason of Brockton and the late Patrick Doherty, John Doherty, Mary OBrien and Beatrice Amrhein; and a loving aunt of many nieces and nephews of several generations. All are welcome to calling hours Sunday 2-7 p.m. in Waitt Funeral Home, 850 North Main St., Brockton, funeral from Waitt Funeral Home at Monday at 8 a.m., funeral Mass at 9 a.m. in St. Edith Stein Parish and burial at New Calvary Cemetery, Boston. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. Joseph Manor, 215 Thatcher St., Brockton, MA 02302. Call 508-583-7272 or visit www.waittfuneralhome.com. |
VENUTI, Dominic S. Of West Roxbury, August 20, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Theresa L. (Imbrogna) Venuti. Devoted father of Dominic S. Jr. and his wife Meg of Quincy, Stephen and his partner Gary of Plymouth, Donna Jensen and her husband George of Marlboro, Chris and his wife Elaine of Burlington, Philip and his wife Andrea of Dedham and David and his wife Amy of Abington. Brother of Dolly Pugliese of Canton and the late Mary Lewis, Jennie Ashburn, Antoinette Forte and Matthew Venuti. Also survived by 14 loving grandchildren. Funeral from the P.E. Murray-George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 2000 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, Monday at 10 AM. Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church, West Roxbury, at 11 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 PM. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, West Roxbury. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Dominic's memory to the Italian Home for Children, 1125 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. Online guestbook and directions at |
BENNETT, Donald F. Of Stoneham, August 20. Husband of Mildred R. (Cotreau). Father of Linda M. Salonen, Steven D. & James B. Bennett all of NH and Elaine D. Dreyfus of CA. Brother of George, Richard & Robert Bennett & Margaret McQuarrie and the late Nelson, Thomas, Edith, Helen, Mae, Bernice, Tina & Irene. Also survived by 10 grandchildren & 6 great grandchildren. Funeral from the McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home, 322 Main St., STONEHAM Thursday at 9AM, followed by a funeral mass in St. Patrick Church 71 Central St., Stoneham at 10:00. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment, St. Patrick Cemetery. For obit/directions/guestbook, |
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MASONE, Doris L. "Bucky" Life long resident of So. Boston, passed away at her home unexpectedly August 20, 2009 at the age of 80. Daughter of the late John and Jennie (Savini) Masone. Beloved sister of Anna "Mary" Cammarata of Randolph, John Masone and his wife Doris of Westwood and the late Ernestine "Billie" Masone. Dear aunt of Richard Cammarata of Randolph, Ann Marie Bruno and husband James of Clearwater, FL, and Michael Masone of New York City, NY. She will be remembered fondly as "Auntie Bucky" by her many "nieces " and "nephews" and extended family. Doris was born in So. Boston where she grew up and was a graduate of So. Boston High. She was a retired AT&T and New England Telephone employee for many years. She also was an usher in Boston's theater district for over 50 years. She had worked mainly at the Wilbur and old Plymouth Theaters as well as the Colonial and Shubert Theaters. "Bucky" loved to travel and has been to Europe many times, once flying there from NY on the Concorde. She also had a life long passion for the Stock Market as well as Politics and assisted on many campaigns of Boston's political elite. Reposing at the Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 No. Main St. (Rte. 28), RANDOLPH until 9:00 AM Monday followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Bernadette Church, Randolph. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to MSPCA-Angell, Attn: Donations, 350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130 or online at |
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Dorothy M. Nielsen 1926 - 2009 LUDLOW - Dorothy M. (Guerra) Nielsen, 82, formerly of Ludlow passed away August 21, 2009. She was born in Wallingford, CT a longtime Ludlow resident and owner and operator of the former D & N Fashions of Indian Orchard, MA with her late husband Robert R. Nielsen, retiring in 1984. She is survived by a daughter, Lynn Nielsen; a grandson, Adam Perron both of Hampden, MA; a brother, Ocacio Guerra of South Carolina; a sister, Brasalena Correia of Durham, CT. There are no visiting hours, family and friends are invited to attend a Liturgy of Christian Burial on Monday, August, 24, 2009 at 11 AM at Holy Trinity Church, 68 North Colony St., Wallingford, CT. The burial and Rite of Committal will follow in St. John's Cemetery, 400 Christian St., Wallingford, CT. Sampson Family Chapels, Springfield has been entrusted with the arrangements. |
CARTER, Dr. Mary K. Passed away on Wednesday, August 19th at the North Hill Hearth Center in Needham, MA. Born October 19, 1915, in Boston, she was the beloved daughter of the late James F. and Mary (Brennan) Carter. Dr. Carter was a graduate of Arlington High School. She received a B.S. in Education from Salem State College, a Masters and Doctorate in Education from Boston University. Dr. Carter was an educator for 50 years. During the course of her teaching career she taught in a one room school in W. Fairlee, VT, North Reading, Arlington, and Brookline, MA. Her last 26 years of teaching were spent at Framingham State College, where she received The Distinguished Service Award for Outstanding Contributions to the college. Dr. Carter was active in many organizations. She belonged to the Association of University Professors, Mass Teachers Association, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Mass Association of School Committees, League of Women Voters, Arlington Catholic Women's Club, Salem State College Alumni Association, and Friends of the Library. She served nine years on the Arlington School Committee, three years as chairperson. Dr. Carter was very involved in the St. James Church in Arlington. She loved music and enjoyed playing the piano. She also traveled extensively throughout the United States and abroad. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers James E., Francis J. and Paul V. Carter. Dr. Carter is survived by her sister Louise (Carter) Tatko of Middle Granville, NY, many nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and grand nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, August 24th at St. Agnes Church in Arlington at 11 a.m. Visiting hour will be held on Monday 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Chestnut St., ARLINGTON. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Dr. Carter's memory in the name of Neil and Tyler Buckley to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, 8085 Saltburg Road, Suite 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. For obituary, directions, or to send a condolencevisit |
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Earle H. Harris, Jr. 1925-2009 HAMPDEN - Earle Howard Harris, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday August 20th at his home. Born in Worcester, MA to the late Earle H. Sr. and Hazel (Staples) Harris, he was a lifelong resident of Hampden. He was predeceased by his wife, Virginia (Patric) Harris, in 2002. Earle was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving on the U.S.S. Indiana BB58 in the Pacific during WWII and received the WWII Victory Medal, Asiatic Pacific-ten battle stars, the good conduct medal and Philippine Liberation-one star. Earle was the founder of Springfield Steel Erectors in 1962. Throughout his career, his company erected a multitude of buildings, bridges and schools throughout New England, retiring in 2000. He was a member of the VFW Post 9397 and a 50 years member of the Masons of the Grand Lodge in West Springfield. He enjoyed raising Polled Herefords at Breezy Acres Stock Farm in Hampden and New York. He was very active in both the Springfield and Hampden Communities as well as with numerous fundraisers. He is survived by his five children, Linda Lehman of Hampden, Elaine O'Donnell and her husband Bernie of Wilbraham, Jody Robinson of Wilbraham, Brenda Harris and her husband Ernie Pasquini of Monson and Earle H. Harris, III and his wife Nancy of Wilbraham; by his three brothers, Roger, Edward and Richard Harris; by his sister, Nancy Andrews, ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and by multiple nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, Virginia, he was predeceased by his sister, Lorna Cox and his son-in-law, Rowland R. Lehman. Family and friends are invited to meet for Earle's funeral service on Monday August 24th at 10:30AM at the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 1858 Allen St., Springfield followed by burial in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Hampden. Calling hours will be held Sunday August 23rd from 3-7PM in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in Earle's memory to the Baystate Visiting Nurse Assoc. and Hospice, c/o Baystate Health Foundation, 280 Chestnut St., Springfield, MA 01104. |
WATTS-RUSSELL, Edith M. (Walsh) Formerly of Everett, most recently of New Port Ritchey, FL, August 21, 2009. Wife of the late John Watts & the late Peter Russell. Loving mother of Carolee (Watts) Reddington & her husband Donald of Plymouth, Bill Watts & his wife Peggy of FL, Bonnie (Watts) Luongo of Melrose & Pam (Watts) Siracuse & her husband Michael of Lynn. Sister of the late Sidney Walsh, Lorraine Marshall & Barbara Bridges. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren & her late grandson Daniel Reddington. Also survived by her former son-in-law Steven Luongo of Everett, her friend Bill Kish of New Port Richey, FL, her devoted nieces Barbara Sanborn of Merrimac & Linda Marshall of Haverhill along with many nieces & nephews. A Funeral Service will be held at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St., MELROSE, on Monday, August 24th at 10AM. Relatives & friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 4:00-7:00PM. Interment in Glenwood Cemetery in Everett. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Beacon Unit @ Lighthouse Nursing Care Center, 204 Proctor Ave., Revere, MA 02151. For obituary, directions, to order flowers or sign guest book please visit |
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Edward S. Pira 1922-2009 HADLEY - Edward S. Pira, 86, of Rocky Hill Rd, Hadley, Professor Emeritus, University of Massachusetts died Thursday in the Cooley Dickinson Hospital. Born in Suffield, CT., December 5, 1922, he was the son of the Stanley and Aniela (Kofenal) Pira. He was the widow of Eva S. (Piotrowski) Pira, who passed away in 2001. He leaves his son David Pira and his wife Evelyn of Hillsborough, NJ., his daughter Lynn Rule and her husband Martin of Leeds, MA. His grandchildren Scott and Andrew Rule, and Ashley and Ryan Pira and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Tuesday 9:15 am from the Drozdal Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in Most Holy Redeemer Church, Burial with Military Honors will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday from 5-8 pm. |
WHITMAN, Edwin F. Of Ft. Myers, FL, formerly of Burlington, August 19, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Agnes L. (Marqus). Loving father of Christopher of Brazil, Camille Whitman-Pattie of Natick, Carol Malatesta of Burlington, Loretta Whitman-Hamilton of Chelmsford, Edwin, Jr. of Boston, John of Ft. Myers, FL, Andrew of Manchester, NH, and the late Mary Ground. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. He is the grandfather of the late Kara Malatesta. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (exit 34 off RT. 128, Woburn side) on Monday, August 24 at 9 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret's Church, 111 Winn St., Burlington at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Sunday from 4-8 p.m. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Natick. Memorials in Edwin's name may be made to the Monastery of the Poor Clare Nuns, 6029 Estero Bvld., Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931. For Obituary & Directions see |
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Elizabeth L. "Betty" (Lyons) O'Brien of Stoneham, a retired accountant, died Monday at Aberjona Nursing Center of Winchester. She was 94. Born and raised... |
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McKILLOP, Ethel Mae (Marshall) Formerly of Charlestown and Hyde Park, died Aug. 19 at Life Care Center in Scituate. She was 94. Wife of the late John McKillop. Loving mother of James McKillop of Halifax, John McKillop of Weymouth, and Cynthia Harris of Falmouth. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren. Visiting hours at The Shepherd Funeral Home, 7 Mattakeesett St., Rt. 14, PEMBROKE CENTER on Sun., Aug. 23from 2-6PM, with a Funeral Service following at the Funeral Home at 6:00PM. For online condolenceslogon |
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MILTON John H. Ford passed away in Milton, on Aug. 14, 2009. Born in Avon, Ma on June 11, 1935. He was the son of Willard Ford and Lousie C. Littlefield of Avon. A member of the Chicago carpenters union for more than 25 years, he worked the interior finishwork of many of the most prominent skyscraper office buildings in Chicago. He wintered in Key West, Florida for many years before moving permanently to Key West in the mid-1990's. He leaves behind a sister, Grace, of Normal, Ill., and Patricia, of Lakeville; six children, Bill Ford of Nashville, Tenn., John Ford of Sylmar, Calif., Charles Ford of Plymouth, Kathleen Cittel of Oceanside, Calif., Maureen Ford of Santa Cruz, Calif. and Steven Ford of Santa Cruz; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. During his life, wherever he lived, he and a small group of close friends consistently made sure that the local tavern owner had a lively crowd and never a worry of a slow business week. His family will spread his ashes over the waves of the Southern Florida Keys. A family memorial dinner was held in lieu of services. |
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Frances J. (Akerson) Hanna, a resident of Taunton for many years born February 25, 1922 in Monson, ME; died in Raynham, MA on August 17, 2009.  Wife of the late James E. Hanna and mother of the late Alice Szczepkowski of Taunton.  She leaves her sister Noreen Cole of ME; brother Sherman Akerson, of CT; granddaughter Kristy Ohler of Taunton; great-grandchildren Branden and Hannah-Marie Ohler of Taunton; and her caretaker & friend Carol Fahey of Taunton.  She leaves many nephews and nieces, including William Kenney of MS; John Hizny of NM; Janice MacDonald of MA; David Cole of ME; Daniel Cole & Donald Cole of SC; Peggy & Pamela Akerson of ME.  She was the sister of the late Alda Kenney of NY; Ruth Hizny of NY & Kenneth Akerson of ME.  Informal graveside remembrance to be held on Wednesday, August 26, at 12 noon at Nemasket Cemetery, Middleboro, MA.   |
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Gerard L. Deschenes 1936-2009 HOLYOKE - Gerard L. Deschenes,age 73, of Holyoke, was a man of very broad interests. Well read and accomplished in many disciplines. He was born in Chicopee, son of the late Leo H. and Bertha A. (Kirouac) Deschenes, and was schooled at Assump-tion Grade School and Chicopee Public Schools. He was a graduate of Adolph Leuzinger High School in Lawndale CA, with two years of Junior College at El Camino in Torrance CA. Happily wed to Mary (McCool) Deschenes for 37 years. He also leaves one son, Ronald J. Deschenes, married to Julianne (Pawlik) Deschenes. Jerry was predeceased by a sister Theresa, and brothers Andre and Arthur. His father remarried in 1945, and started a second family. His brother Arthur and Sister Jeanette live in Maryland. Life has been littered with many surprises. Jerry writes "I have few regrets and even less apology for anything I may have done. It's been a good life and a great marriage; Mary was the best of the best in my life. I would only ask my family and friends to make donations to the Shriners Hospital. They do wonderful work with children." Besides his wife and son, Jerry is survived by an aunt, Loretta Driscoll, many nieces, nephews and cousins. Jerry said "at the close of each day I echo my Mom who always said: Never say good-bye, say so long." The funeral will be held Monday morning at 9:30 from the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton Street, followed by a Mass in Blessed Sacrament Church at 10:00. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held Monday morning from 8:00 a.m to 9:30 a.m. only. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital, 516 Carew Street, Springfield MA 01104. |
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ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends may call on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Conte Funeral Home, 17 Third St., North Andover. A funeral service will be on Monday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home followed by cremation. To leave on-line condolences or for directions to the funeral home, please visit |
BRAINTREE George D. Griffin, age 38, on August 14. Beloved son of George F. Griffin of Braintree and the late Carol (Houghton) Griffin. Fianc of Marie Costa of Saugus. Beloved brother of the late Joseph and the late Jackie Griffin. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Mass in St. Francis of Assisi Church 856 Washington St. Braintree on Thursday, August 27 at 10:30 am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Arrangements by the Clancy-Lucid Funeral Home, Weymouth Landing |
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HANOVER Lillian T. (Soracco) Hayward, in Hanover, formerly of Dorchester and South Boston, August 20th. Beloved wife of Edward J. Loving mother of Edward J. and his wife Paulette P. Hayward of Salem, NH, Janet M. and her husband Buddy R. Prideaux of Braintree, and the late Margaret L. Proctor. Mother-in-law of Frederick R. "Dick" Proctor of Dorchester. Survived by 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Visiting hours in the Murphy Funeral Home, 1020 Dorchester Ave., DORCHESTER, Monday 5-9 p.m. Funeral Mass in St. Monica Church, South Boston, Tuesday morning, August 25, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends invited. Late supporter of St. Kevin's Drum & Bugle Corps; Emerald Knights, Emerald Gems, and Emerald Chips. Donations in her memory may be made to Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy (St. Kevin's Grammar School), 790 Columbia Rd., Dorchester, MA 02125. Interment in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. For directions and guestbook visit, |
Peter Henry Horstmann, 76, died in Worcester, August 19, 2009 after a brief illness. His family was at his bedside when he quietly slipped away. He lived in Warren, VT and was a longtime resident of the Worcester area, heavily involved in its business and civic life. Above all, Pete was devoted to his family. Pete is survived by the love of his life, his wife of nearly 55 years, Barbara Van Loon Horstmann of Warren, VT and Sterling, his three daughters, Peggo Horstmann Hodes of Concord, NH, Patricia Jean Horstmann McCarthy of Chesapeake, VA, Heidi Horstmann Koester of Ann Arbor, MI as well as his adoring grandchildren to whom he was a hero, Max and Ariana Hodes, Barbara and Philip McCarthy, and Eva and Margaret Koester. Pete was born in Brooklyn, NY, and grew up in Syracuse, NY, where he graduated from Nottingham High School in 1951. He received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with distinction from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in 1955, and a Masters of Business Administration from Western New England College in 1964. While at WPI, Pete played varsity football, as well as basketball and lacrosse. He was co-captain of the WPI 1954 undefeated and untied football team. He maintained close relations with WPI and provided extraordinary service to the school throughout his life. His activities were, in his words, "a good variety, all fun and worthwhile." This characteristically modest description includes service as a Trustee from 1984-2007, President of the Alumni Association and Chair of the Alumni Fund Board. He received the Herbert F. Taylor Award for Distinguished Alumni Service to WPI and was also inducted into the WPI Athletic Hall of Fame. He began his professional career as a mechanical engineer with Hamilton Standard. From 1958 to 1964 he held engineering positions with Kaman Aircraft Corporation, developing and testing military helicopters. Pete served as a Captain in the United States Army Corps of Engineers and received an honorable discharge in 1969. In 1964 he returned to Worcester as engineering manager of Coppus Engineering, a firm specializing in industrial turbo machinery, later becoming Vice President of Engineering. He left Coppus in 1987 to become CEO and President of Cutler Associates Energy Management, Inc., also in Worcester, and later served as President and General Manager of Webstone, Inc., a valve manufacturing and distribution company. He completed his professional career as Director of Human Resources for the Worcester Telegram and Gazette. Pete was a meticulous and organized person, befitting his chosen career as an engineer. He loved making lists and crossing off the completed tasks. His passion for machines extended to his love of flying. Pete had his private pilot's license for many years and took great joy in flying across the country to visit friends and family, with Barbara in the co-pilot's seat beside him. For those who were tentative about going up in a small single-engine plane, including some in his family, Pete's rigorous attention to maintenance and pre-flight routine had a soothing effect. A great sportsman, he played tennis with competitive spirit, enjoying frequent games at Tatnuck Country Club, Worcester Tennis Club, and Greendale YMCA. He was certified as a ski instructor, putting many so-called experts to shame with his effortless, speedy fall-line dashes. Whether skiing Wachusett or his beloved Sugarbush Mountain in Vermont, Pete made every double diamond trail look like a beginner's route. He was a referee for both college and high school football games for 50 years with the Central Massachusetts Conference of Football Officials, only giving up officiating two years ago to spend time with his beloved wife, traveling to visit their family. His family willingly held Thanksgiving dinner until Pete finished his traditional Thanksgiving Day game. Pete served his community in countless ways. He served on the School Committee in Holden, the Sterling School Board building committee in Sterling as well as the Wachusett Regional School District Committee. He was a member of the Worcester Rotary Club, director of the Worcester Children's Friend Society and a trustee of the Worcester Science Center (now the EcoTarium) and Consumers Savings Bank. After his retirement, he was active in the First Church of Sterling, serving on a number of committees. In his spare time, Pete began a welding business, Wicked Welding, Ltd and spent many happy hours wielding a blowtorch, carving huge hunks of heated metal and creating art from everyday objects like lawnmower blades. He loved to travel. When not visiting their grandchildren, he and Barbara traveled to the Cayman Islands, Africa, Alaska, Hawaii and France, among other destinations, often with beloved longstanding friends from the Worcester area. Pete made hundreds of friends during his lifetime who prized his love and loyalty. He leaves a legacy as a great American patriot who defended his country and his political views proudly. He was a true gentleman, whose life embodied trust, loyalty, respect, and love. Pete Horstmann made a difference in the world and left it a better place for his having been here. A memorial service will be held at noon on October 10, at the WPI Campus Center, with a reception to follow. Contributions in lieu of flowers and in Pete's memory may be made to the endowment he created, the Peter H. Horstmann and Barbara V.L. Horstmann Scholarship Fund at WPI, to help benefit students in financial need. Contributions and inquiries may be addressed to: Office of Development and Alumni Relations, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Rd., Worcester MA, 01609. Miles-Sterling Funeral Home, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling is directing arrangements. www.milesfuneralhome.com |
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Ilona Tary of Hudson, MA, son in Leominster; 79 HUDSON, MA Ilona Tary, 79, of Hudson, died Monday, Aug. 17th, at her residence with her loving family at her side. She was the wife of the late Imre Tary for 28 years who died in 1978. Born in Hungary, Ilona resided in Sudbury prior to moving to Hudson where she has resided the past 37 years. She was employed as a bookkeeper by the former Digital Equipment Co. until her retirement in 1990. She is survived by her children, Ildiko Tary of Topsfield, Imre Tary of Leominster, and Anna Tary of Hudson. She also leaves several nieces and nephews in Worcester. TARY A graveside service was held with family and friends in attendance at Saint Michael's Cemetery, Hudson. Funeral arrangements where under the direction of: Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc. 50 Central St. Hudson, MA 01749. (www.tighehamilton.com). |
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BRADY, James J., Sr. Age 93, of Milton, Aug. 20. Beloved husband of Virginia F. (Gannon). Devoted father of James J. Brady, Jr. & his wife Maria of Hingham. Loving grandfather of James T. & Kevin G. Brady. Brother of Helen McMahon of FL, Lorraine Fortunato of NY and the late Beatrice Parks & Ann Sweeney. Funeral Mass at St. Mary of the Hills Church, Milton, Mon. morning at 10. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., Milton, Sunday 2 to 6 PM. Retired employee of the Metropolitan District Commission, Deer Island. Retired Navy veteran of WW II and Korean War. Interment National Cemetery, Bourne, Monday at 1:30 PM. |
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James M. Tardanico, 48, died Monday, August 17, 2009, in North Conway, NH, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.  He was the son of Barbara L. (Norton) Tardanico of Stoughton and West Dennis and the late Guy A. Tardanico, D.Ed.  Born in Milton, he was raised in Stoughton and was a graduate of Stoughton Schools.  Mr. Tardanico was a resident of East Taunton since 1991.  He was the owner of JMT Excavation and Paving in Taunton for many years.  He also worked as a subcontractor Aggregate Industries in Stoughton.  He was a member of Teamsters Local 4.  Mr. Tardanico was an championship Motocross Rider and also was a breeder of championship American Staffordshire Terriers.  An excellent cook, in his free time, he enjoyed motorcycle riding and powerlifting. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his siblings:  Stephen T. Tardanico of Carver, Debora DiBiasie of Saugus, Jeffrey P. Tardanico of Stoughton, Helene M. Doherty of N. Easton, Paula A. Tully of E. Taunton, Christine M. Cicero of NY, Marie E. Kjelgaard of W. Bridgewater and Neil J. Tardanico of Middleboro.  He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral will be held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rt.27) Stoughton on Monday at 9:30 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, Stoughton at 10:30 AM.  Visiting Hours Sunday 2-6 PM.  Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery.  Donations in his name may be made to the MSPCA, 1300 West Elm St Ext., Brockton, MA 02302.  Directions and obituary at  HYPERLINK "http://www.farleyfh.com" www.farleyfh.com.     |
Jean Chappell 1944 - 2009 CHICOPEE - Jean L. (Pajak) Chappell, 65, a lifelong resident of Chicopee died at home on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009. Jean was born in Chicopee on Feb. 16, 1944. Jean worked as a C.N.A at many Chicopee area nursing homes. She is survived by her daughters, Debra Cormier and her husband Raymond, and Lisa Wood both of Chicopee, a brother Robert Pajak, a sister,Jane Krupa both of Chicopee, seven grandchildren, Scott, Katie, Shawn, Christopher, Megan, Johnathan and Amber, as well as two grandchildren, Andrew and Arianna. Jean also leaves her very dear friend Andrea Fair also of Chicopee and Joyce Wilk. Calling Hours for Jean will be on Wednesday from 4-8pm in the Ryder Funeral Home, 33 Lamb St., South Hadley. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Holyoke V.N.A. and Hospice, 113 Hampden St., Holyoke, MA, 01040-5105. Ryder Funeral Home 533-1735 |
John Worthington Fuller SUN CITY CENTER, FL - John Worthington Fuller, 95, of Freedom Plaza, Sun City Center, FL, passed away on Saturday , August 15. He is survived by his five sons Donald of Middlefield , CT, John of Murrieta, CA, William "Navjiwan" of Leverett, MA, Charles of Merrimack, NH, and James of Atlanta, GA, nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and his brother Percy Fuller of Westhampton, MA. He was preceded in death by his first wife Lillian "Ruth" Reeves Fuller, his second wife Katherine Garvey Fuller, and his sisters Helen Fuller, Jane Fuller Krug, and Hazel Fuller Lyman. He is also survived by one step daughter, Katherine Garvey Boitnott of Half Moon Bay, CA , five step grandchildren. He served in the U.S Army during WWII from June 1944 to June 1946. A memorial service to be announced will be held in Granby, MA. Donation in his memory can be made to the, and LifePath Hospice of Temple Terrace FL. Zipperer's Funeral Home |
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Joseph C. Marinucci of Medford, a retired construction worker, died Monday at his home. He was 78. Born in Sulmona, Italy, Mr. Marinucci came to the United States at... |
RAPPA, Josephine L. (Talarico) Of Stoughton Aug 20. Beloved wife of the late Philip J. Rappa and devoted mother of Vincent M. Rappa and Maria C. Connors both of Stoughton and the late John P. Rappa. Sister of the late Catherine Spiniello, Anthony Olivadessa and Antonette Talarico. Loving grandmother of Philip, Kyle, James, Michael, Timothy and Brian. Funeral Monday Aug 24 at 9 AM from the Joseph Russo Funeral Home, 814 American Legion Hwy (nr Cummins Hwy) ROSLINDALE. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Roslindale at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours Sunday 2-6 PM. Interment at St. Michael Cemetery, Roslindale. In lieu of flowers, Mrs. Rappa may be remembered through the Charity of your Choice. Directions and GuestBookat |
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Lorraine Kilburn MILFORD Lorraine B. (Griswold) Kilburn, 61, of Middleton St. died Wed. Aug. 19, 2009 in Beth Israel Hospital, Boston. She was the wife of the late George Everett Kilburn III who died in 1990. Mrs. Kilburn was employed as an English Teacher for Bellingham High School for 35 years before retiring in 2006. In her retirement, she was a tutor for MCAS and ESL (English Second Language). Mrs. Kilburn was born April 24, 1948 in Framingham the daughter of the late Lloyd S. and Evelyn (Moore) Griswold. She was a lifelong resident of Milford and a graduate of Milford High School, Class of 1967. Mrs. Kilburn was also a graduate of Worcester State College, Class of 1971. She was Past President of the Massachusetts Teachers Association for several years. Mrs. Kilburn was the Chairman of the English Department at the Bellingham High School for over 20 years. Mrs. Kilburn was a volunteer at the Milford Public Library and enjoyed writing in her retirement. Mrs. Kilburn is survived by one son; Ross F. Kilburn of Milford, one brother; Ron and his wife Donna M. Griswold of Milford, several nieces and nephews, and her good friend Janice Spencer-Travers of Upton. Graveside services will be held on Monday, Aug. 24, 2009 at 2 PM in the Pine Grove Cemetery, corner of Dilla and Cedar Sts. (Rt. 85), Milford, MA. 01757. Visiting hours will be Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009 from 4-7 PM in the BUMA-SARGEANT FUNERAL HOME, 42 Congress St., Milford. ( |
BROCKTON Frances (Raditch) Klane of Brockton entered into rest on August 20, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Klane. Dear daughter of the late Jacob and Katie (Cohen) Raditch. Adored mother of Judith Klane of Brockton and Kenneth Klane of N. Easton; loving sister of the late Joseph Raditch, Mary Segal, Lillian Alpert and Arthur Raditch; dear grandmother of Jennifer, Robert and future grandson Isaac; loving aunti of Carole (Raditch) Greene; and many other nieces and nephews. Services at Schlossberg-Solomon Memorial Chapel, 824 Washington Street, Canton, on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 11 a.m. Memorial observance at the home of Kenneth Klane following the interment through 8:30 p.m., and Monday through Wednesday 4-8:30 p.m. Remembrances in her memory may be made to Massachusetts General Hospital, Heart Center, 165 Cambridge St., Suite 600, Boston, MA 02114. Schlossberg -Solomon Chapel www.SchlossbergChapel.com |
ACUSHNET — Rita Yvonne (Clark) Lessa, 61, of Acushnet, died at home after a long illness on August 20, 2009. She was the wife of William Lessa. Mrs. Lessa was born in Columbus, GA, daughter of Vergie Lee (Griffith) Clark of Georgia and the late Quincy Clark, and resided in Acushnet most of her life. She was a member of the New Seasons Worship Center, E. Freetown. She was employed as an accountant by Panagakos Development of New Bedford and was the owner/operator of Professional Tax and Bookkeeping Service, Acushnet. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially watching her grandchildren play sports. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by a daughter: Teresa J. Lessa of CT; 2 sons: Alan E. Lessa of New Bedford and William P. "Billy" Lessa of Fairhaven; a sister: Linda Lynn of AL; 2 brothers: Eugene and Jerry Clark, both of GA; 9 grandchildren: Daniel, William, Timothy, Kara, Sarah and Jacob Lessa and Bethany, Jason and Jordan Rivera; a great-grandson: Timothy Mandeville; and several nieces. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours today, 6-7:30 P.M. followed immediately by funeral services at 7:30 P.M. at the Kirby Funeral Home, 61 Tarkiln Hill Road, New Bedford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hudner Oncololgy Center, 795 Middle St., Fall River, MA 02724. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.potterfuneralservice.com. |
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Linda E. (Szymanski) Richardson of Medway, a retired teacher, died Wednesday at her home. She was 67. Born in Medway, Mrs. Richardson was a lifelong resident. She... |
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Lorraine C. Lavallee 1923-2009 WARE - Lorraine Cecile (Provost) Lavallee, 86, of 6 King St.,passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends, after a long illness on August 20th. She was the wife of the late Jean Marc Lavallee. She leaves her children; Kenneth and his wife Nancy of Saugerties NY, Raymond and his wife Debra of Sanford FL, Rose Marie Furgal and her husband Richard of Naples FL, Susan Aliengena and her husband Gary of Park City UT, Michelle Lavallee of Ware and Theresa Ryan and her husband Alan of Hopedale, and Jeanne Lavallee of Ware, 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She also leaves 2 brothers Leo Provost of Three Rivers and Rene Provost of Lewes DE, and a sister, Laurette Rourke of Palmer. She was born in Ware daughter of Arthur and Rose Celina Provost and was a lifelong resident. She was a communicant of All Saints Church and of the former Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Anne, and of the Marine Corps League Auxiliary. Calling hours will be held on Sunday Aug. 23rd from 3 to 5 pm. with a wake service at 3:30 pm in Charbonneau Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Baystate VNA and Hospice, 50 Maple St. Springfield MA. The family wishes to express a special thank you to Baystate Hospice, especially to Mamie and Rose for their wonderful care and compassion. |
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CIANO, Lucy R. (Paolillo) Of Arlington August 19. Beloved wife of the late John F. Ciano. Mother of Frank J. Ciano of Arlington and Linda Mirabella and husband Sal of Lexington. Grandmother of Lucinda Ciano, Sal Jr., Peter, Lisa and John Mirabella. Great Grandmother of Dante Salvatore Mirabella. Sister of Tony Paolillo of Belmont and the late Mary D'Onofrio, Nick, Vincent "Jim", and Ralph Paolillo. Funeral from The DeVito-O'Donnell Funeral Home 1145 Massachusetts Avenue ARLINGTON Monday morning at 9:00am. Funeral Mass at 10:00am in St. Agnes Church. Interment Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visiting at the DeVito Funeral Home on Sunday 4:00 to 8:00 pm. |
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DAVENPORT, Marilyn Anne Of Saugus, formerly of Lincoln, RI. August 19. Survived by many nieces & nephews, great & great great nieces & nephews. Preceeded in death by her 3 sisters, Gertrude Davenport, Elizabeth C. Moran and Ruth Smith and 3 brothers James, Donald and Robert Davenport. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 173 Albion St.,Wakefield, on Monday at 11:30 AM. Relatives and friends may call at the McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave., WAKEFIELD, on Monday prior to the Mass from 9:30 to 11:00am. Interment, Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. For obit/ directions/guestbook, |
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SO. BOSTON Life long resident of So. Boston, passed away at her home unexpectedly August 20, 2009 at the age of 80. Daughter of the late John and Jennie (Savini) Masone. Beloved sister of Anna Mary Cammarata of Randolph, John Masone and his wife Doris of Westwood and the late Ernestine Billie Masone. Dear Aunt of Richard Cammarata of Randolph, Ann Marie Bruno and husband James of Clearwater, FL, and Michael Masone of New York City, NY. She will be remembered fondly as Auntie Bucky by her many nieces and nephews and extended family. Doris was born in So. Boston where she grew up and was a graduate of So. Boston High. She was a retired AT&T and New England Telephone employee for many years. She also was an usher in Boston's theater district for over 50 years. She had worked mainly at the Wilbur and old Plymouth Theaters, as well as the Colonial and Shubert Theaters. Bucky loved to travel and has been to Europe many times, once flying there from NY on the Concorde. She also had a life long passion for the Stock Market as well as Politics and assisted on many campaigns of Bostons political elite. Reposing at the Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 No. Main St. (Rte. 28), Randolph until 9:00 a.m. Monday, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Bernadette's Church, Randolph. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to MSPCA-Angell, ATTN: Donations, 350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130 or online at |
Joseph Francis McDonald WEYMOUTH Joseph Francis McDonald of Weymouth, formerly of Abington and Quincy died on Thursday, August 20, 2009. The beloved husband of the late Emily (Pascarelli) McDonald. Devoted father of Judith L. O'Connor and her husband Michael of Quincy. Doreen Dillon and her husband Sean of Abington. Cherished grandfather of Joseph & John O'Connor and Rowan & Liam Dillon. Loving brother of Ann Lamie of Quincy, Phyllis Sanda of Randolph and Leo McDonald of Fall River. Joe is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Joseph served in the United States Army during the Korean War. A past member of the Old Dorchester Post. Joe enjoyed golfing, baseball, football and bowling. He loved to travel and enjoyed trips to Florida with his late wife Emily and his golf trips to Myrtle Beach and Santo Domingo. He enjoyed dancing and listening to country music. He was a devoted husband, cherished father and loving grandfather to his family. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours Tuesday 4 -8 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock Street, QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday at 9:15am prior to the Funeral Mass in Saint Mary's Church, Quincy, Wednesday at 10 AM. Burial in Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. Donations in memory of Joseph may be made to Hospice of the South Shore, 100 Baystate Road, Braintree, MA 02184. See |
LYNCHBURG, Va. George McNeil, of Lynchburg, formerly of Randolph, Mass., passed away Aug. 14, 2009, after a long illness. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He completed two tours of duty and was a Purple Heart recipient. George was employed at Shaws Warehouse for 27 years. He was a son of the late Jim and Ruth McNeil; and brother of the late Ralph McNeil. He is survived by three sisters, Mary of Randolph, Jean of Hull, Mass., and Cathy of Lynchburg; nieces, Dawn and Suzanne; and a nephew, Mason from Lynchburg. Services were private. |
LYNCHBURG, VA George L. McNeil of Lynchburg, VA, formerly of Randolph, MA, August 14th, 2009, after a long illness. George was a Vietnam War Veteran, having completed 2 tours of duty and was a Purple Heart Recipient. He was employed at the Shaws Warehouse for 27 years. George was the son of the late Jim and Ruth McNeil and brother of the late Ralph McNeil. He is survived by 3 sisters: Mary of Randolph, Jean of Hull and Cathy of Lynchburg, VA; 2 nieces Dawn and Suzanne and a nephew Mason, all of Lynchburg, VA. Private Services were held. |
Buzzards Bay June L. (Hollertz) Moore, age 80 years, died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009 at Cape Cod Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Buzzards Bay. Born Saturday, February 23, 1929 in Brockton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur V. and Jennie E. (Wallin) Hollertz. She was raised in North Easton, and was a graduate of Oliver Ames High School. She also graduated from the Williams School of Business. She retired from the Quincy Mutual Insurance Company. June was a long time member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, and was in the choir, and also a Sunday school teacher. June enjoyed playing the piano, and she sang with the Cape Codders and The Harmonettes. She is survived by her daughter Robin E. Moore of Sandwich; her son-in-law Richard Messer of New York; her brother Rev. Warren Hollertz and his wife Anna of Pennsylvania; her sisters Beverly Iacampo and her husband Robert of Florida, and Natalie May of Marshfield. Her daughter Bonnie Moore-Messer predeceased her. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 10 a.m., at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 900 Main St., Brockton. Interment will follow in South Easton Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday from 48 p.m., at Dahlborg-MacNevin Funeral Home, 647 Main St., Brockton, MA. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 900 Main St., Brockton, MA 02301. For additional information or to send a condolence, please visit www.d-mfh.com. Arrangements are by the Dahlborg-MacNevin Funeral Home, 647 Main St. Brockton, MA. |
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MEDWAY Gayle L. Nylander, 39 of Medway died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and friends on Thursday, August 20, 2009 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was the fiance of Joseph Simpson, mother of Abigayle E. Nylander and daughter of Mary June Nylander, all of Medway. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and are under the care of the Ginley-Crowley Funeral Home (, ) in Medway. |
CLARENDON, VT Ronald F. Osgood, 75, died August 18, 2009, peacefully at his home after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Millis, MA, on November 28, 1933. He lived most of his life in South Weymouth, MA, before moving to VT. He was the son of Fred E. Osgood and Myrtle (Gay) Osgood. Ron was a U.S. Army Veteran and worked in the carpentry trade and was a commercial agricultural pilot. He loved flying, gardening and the outdoors. He was active in town government and served on the Planning Commission in Clarendon and also served on the board of the Clarendon Community Center for many years. He was also active in the senior lunch program at the Clarendon Community Center for many years. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Susan (Heyl) Osgood and his sister-in-law Carol Trudelle, both of Clarendon, VT, 3 sisters, Barbara Jones of Peabody, MA, Priscilla Pinzari and her husband Gerry of Barrington, NH, Carol Cook and her husband Roy of Barrington, NH and 1 brother, Lauren Osgood and his wife June of Falmouth, MA and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and -nephews. At his request, a private celebration of his life will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Assn. & Hospice, P.O. Box 787, Rutland, VT 05702 or the Norris Cotton Cancer Center at DHMC, Lebanon, NH. |
SCALLEY, Patricia M. "Pat" (McEachern) Of Woburn, August 21, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Thomas F. Scalley Jr. Devoted mother of Patricia Fernandes of Burlington, Pauline Scalley, Janice Scalley Carey, and Thomas F. Scalley III all of Woburn, Kevin Scalley of Rowley, and Stephen Scalley of Coppell, TX. Also survived by 12 loving grandchildren and 3 loving great grandchildren. Daughter of the late Josephine (Sullivan) McEachern & Richard McEachern. Sister of Richard McEachern Jr. of Burlington, Lois O'Connor of Woburn and the late Barbara McEachern and Mary Diamont. Funeral from the McLaughlin-Dello Russo Funeral Home, 60 Pleasant St., WOBURN, Monday at 9 AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Charles Church, 280 Main St., Woburn at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 3 thru 8. Services will conclude with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. It has been requested that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Pat's name be made to Winchester Hospital, End of Life Care Program, Attn: Kerry March, RN, 41 Highland Ave., Winchester, MA 01890 or St. Charles School, 8 Myrtle St., Woburn, MA 01801. For directions, obituary & guestbook |
FALL RIVER — Juvenal A. Pavao, 73, of New Bedford and Florida, died Thursday, August 20, 2009. He was the husband of Maria (Juliana) Pavao, and son of the late Eduardo and Isabel (Andrade) Pavao. He was born in Sao Pedro, Sao Miguel, Acores, residing in New Bedford and in Florida. Mr. Pavao was employed by Simmons Concrete Foundations until his retirement. His family includes his wife; 3 sons, Eduardo M. Pavao and his fiancee, Jody Deschamps, Rui M. Pavao and Marco Paul Pavao and his wife, Ginny; 1 daughter, Maria M. Carreiro and her husband, Carlos; 2 sisters, Maria do Carmo Sousa and Gilda Santos; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; nieces & nephews. Funeral arrangements entrusted to AUBERTINE-LOPES FUNERAL HOME, 129 Allen St., New Bedford. For online guestbook, directions and additional information, please visit www.aubertine-lopes.com |
NEW BEDFORD — Maria F. Pereira, 78, of New Bedford, died Thursday, August 20, 2009, at St. Luke's Hospital following a period of declining health. Maria was the wife of Antonio S. Pereira and resided in this area for 42 years. Born in Sao Joao, Madeira Island, Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Jose Faria and Georgina Jesus DeSousa. She was formerly employed by The Acushnet Company as a filler until her retirement in 1993. Mrs. Pereira was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and was a member of the Holy Rosary Sodality and Prayer Group. Her family includes her husband, Antonio S. Pereira; 1 sister, Conceicao Pereira of Madeira Island, Portugal; 2 nieces, Alexandra Brito and her husband, Martin of Dartmouth and Maria Alves and her husband, Manuel of New Bedford; a great niece, Allison Brito of Dartmouth; and several other nieces & nephews. She was the sister of the late Teresa Faria and three brothers. Her funeral will be conducted Monday morning, 8:00 at the funeral home, with a Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church at 9:00. Interment in St. John Cemetery. Visiting hours Sunday 4:00-8:00. Funeral arrangements entrusted to AUBERTINE-LOPES FUNERAL HOME, 129 Allen Street, New Bedford. For online guestbook, directions and additional information, please visit www.aubertine-lopes.com |
NEW BEDFORD — Alvaro Alves Portal, 66, died Friday, August 21, 2009, at St. Luke's Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of Lidia de Jesus Portal, they were married for 46 years. Born in Souto Velho, Tras-os-Montes, Portugal, the son of the late Avelino Alves and Algina (da Gloria) Portal. He lived in New Bedford for 42 years and was a communicant of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church. Mr. Portal worked at Bond Brothers as a Union Laborer until his retirement. He was a member of New Bedford Sports Club, St. Michael Club, Clube Recordacoes de Portugal, and Our Lady of the Angels Club. Survivors include his wife of New Bedford; two sons, Carlos and Vicente Portal, both of New Bedford; two daughters, Maria Alcina Moniz and her husband, Manuel of Acushnet and Maria Isabel Pacheco and her husband, Luis of New Bedford; three brothers, Amendio Esteves of Portugal, Avelino and Luis Portal, both of Long Island, New York; two sisters, Carminda Ribeiro of New Bedford and Rosa Fargado of Portugal. Also survived by five grandchildren, Mark Moniz, Kelly Moniz, Dave Pacheco, Megan Pacheco and Kathy Portal; and nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Julia Cavalo. Visiting hours, Sunday, Aug. 23, 4 to 8 PM at the CABRAL BAYLIES SQUARE-LAMOUREUX FUNERAL HOME, 512 North Front Street, New Bedford. Funeral Monday at 10 AM at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM in Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church. Interment at Pine Grove Cemetery. Handicapped accessible and lighted parking area at rear of funeral home. |
Of Highland Beach, FL, formerly of Lexington, MA and Belmont, MA on Wednesday, August 5, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Herbert L. Brav. Dearly beloved mother of Steven Brav of Cambridge, MA, Karen L. Brav of Herndon, VA, and Ellen and husband Stephen Rosenthal of Delray Beach, FL. Adored grandmother of A.J. and H. Seth Rosenthal of Delray Beach, FL. Beloved sister of Charlotte Schlesinger and Robert Levin. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, 41 Dedham Street, Sharon on Sunday, August 9 at 12:45pm. Respects may be paid to the family immediately following the services at the Westin Hotel, 70 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA. The family would appreciate donations to Hospice by the Sea, 1531 West Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33486 or the |
Purificacion Hizon 1917-2009 Mrs. Hizon's funeral is Tues. 11 A.M., St. Patrick's Church, Spfld. Arrangements entrusted to the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Ctr. |
R&B singer John E. Carter dies at 75 Saturday, August 22, 2009 4:53 PM |
HARVEY, Illinois - John E. Carter, the R&B lead tenor and two-time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, died Friday. He was 75. His death was confirmed by... |
Randy Champagne 1956-2009 MONSON - Randy Champagne, 52, from Monson died peacefully at home Monday, August 17th after a long illness. He was employed by NTP-Republic of Holyoke for almost 20 years. He is survived by his daughter, Jessica Champagne and grand daughter Theresa both of Holyoke. His mother, Shirley (West) Champagne of Chicopee. His father, Joseph Champagne of Huntington. Three sisters, Lorilee (Champagne) Silbaugh of Huntington, Tammy Champagne and her friend Tom Bishop of Ware, and Jodi (Champagne) Orcutt and her husband Russell Orcutt of Thorndike. Several nieces and nephews both from Massachusetts and Wisconson. He also leaves his first wife Debbie of Chicopee and his loving long life friend with whom he resided with, Lucielle Tassinarri. There will be no funeral services or burial services but there will be a church service on Sunday, August 23rd at 3:00 pm at the New Birth Christian Church on Church Street in Thorndike. He was a great father, grandfather, son and brother. He was a lover of all animals. He also loved plants and flowers. He will be truely missed by his family and friends. He will be mostly remembered by his funny pranks, joking around and funny attitude. |
NEW BEDFORD — Michael Raposo, 26, of North Dartmouth, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 19, 2009. He was the son of Victor and Filomena (Rita) Pereira of North Dartmouth. He was born in New Bedford and had lived in this area all his life. He was a communicant of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church. Michael was formerly employed by Mahoney's Lumber as a delivery person. He enjoyed riding his dirt bike, paint ball, fishing, air planes and his mustang. Survivors include his parents; his sister, Nina Raposo of North Dartmouth; his maternal grandparents, Jaime and Adelina Botelho of New Bedford; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was the paternal grandson of the late Deodato and Maria Pereira. His funeral Mass will be said Tuesday 9am at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church. Visitation will be Sunday and Monday 6-8pm. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. |
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Raymond E. Whitney Sr. of Worcester, a retired firefighter, died Tuesday at his home. He was 88. Born in Leicester, Mr. Whitney resided in Worcester. He graduated... |
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CRONIN, Richard M. Of West Roxbury, August 19, 2009. Beloved husband of Mary B. (Compagnone) Cronin. Loving father of Susan M. Leonard & her husband James of Needham, Richard M. Cronin, Jr. & his wife Ruth of Holliston, & Mary Beth McLaughlin of Walpole. Dear grandfather of Matthew, Michael, Ryan, Kristin, Jennifer & Richard M. III. Brother of Mary Lou Fraser, Barbara O'Brien, Carole Wharton & the late F. Neil Cronin. Also survived by several nieces & nephews. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., West Roxbury on Monday August 24, 2009 at 9am to be followed by a funeral mass in St. Theresa Church at 10 o'clock. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Brookdale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. U.S. Navy Veteran Korean Conflict, Retired Manager Boston Edison Co. For directions and guest book, |
GILMORE, Rita A. (Mannion) 76, of Peabody, in Lahey Clinic, Burlington, August 19, 2009. Loving wife of the late Bernard F. "Brian" Gilmore and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Bernard F. Gilmore of Chelsea, and Ann P. Gilmore and her husband Joseph Wojtowicz both of Peabody, adored sister of Michael "Christy" Mannion of Chicago, IL, David Mannion and Helen Keogh both of Galway, Ireland, Kathleen Smith of Lake Placid, FL and Patricia Mannion of Danvers, also survived by several loving nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Monday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home at the 82 Lynn St., Peabody facility. Her funeral will be held on Tuesday at 9:00 AM from the Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Adelaide's Church, 708 Lowell St., West Peabody at 10:00 AM. Burial in Puritan Lawn Mem. Park, Peabody. Expressions of sympathy may be made to My Brother's Table, 98 Willow St., Lynn, MA 01901 or to |
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BRAINTREE Doris M. (Hartley) Rivard, 74, of Braintree, died August 20, 2009 at her home. Beloved wife of the late Jean Rivard, to whom she was married for 38 years. Loving mother of John and his wife Susan of Mansfield and Stephen and his wife Charlene of GA. Sister of John of Holbrook, James of Bridgewater, Kenneth of CA, Mary L. Whalen of Bourne and the late Harold, Donald, Janet Tripp and Eileen Hartley. Dear grandmother of Nicholas, William and Jack. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Doris was born and raised in Dorchester and had lived in Braintree for the past 43 years. She had worked as a sales clerk for Talbots in Hingham, was a member of St. Clare's Bowling League and did volunteer work for disabled children. Funeral from the McMaster Funeral Home, 86 Franklin St. (Rt. 37), Braintree, Monday, August 24 at 8:15 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Francis of Assisi Church, S. Braintree Square at 9 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to visit the funeral home Sunday, 4-7 p.m. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688. |
FLAHERTY, Robert D. (Bobby) Jr. "Flash" 39, of Somerville, by accident, August 17, 2009. Beloved son of Joanne (Bishop) of Somerville and the late Robert D. Flaherty Sr. Loving brother of Michelle Flaherty of Wilmington. Cherished grandson of Eleanor Flaherty of Somerville. Dear nephew of Richard, David, James, Paul Flaherty, Suzanne Blauvelt, Michael and Leo Laterza and their families. Also survived by his adoring friend Staci McLaughlin-Gorgone of Somerville and forever missed by many loving extended family and friends. Calling hours at the George L. Doherty Funeral Home 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) SOMERVILLE Sunday 3-8 pm. Relatives and friends invited. A Funeral Home Service will be held Monday morning at 11 am followed by procession and interment at Calvary Cemetery, Winchester. For more info visit |
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Ronald James Murphy of Strafford, N.H., formerly of Mission Hill, a machinist and painter, died Friday at his home after a sudden illness. He was 55. Born in Boston,... |
Elton A. Root, Jr., proud husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 19, 2009, in Worcester County at the age of 82. He leaves his wife of 52 years, Joanne Griffith Root, and three sons: Robert G. Root and wife, Anna Maria Marzullo of Easton, PA; Harlan C. Root and wife, Laura Utz Root of Wakefield, MA; Marshal E. Root and wife, Deborah Slocum of Westport, CT, as well as grandchildren Noah, Benjamin, Thyra, Angela, Megan, Allison and David. He is also survived by his brother Stuart D. Root of Monticello, N.Y. Born in Cleveland, OH, on March 21, 1927, to Elton A. Root, Sr. and Virginia D. Root (nee Dowling), he was raised in Chagrin Falls, OH. Elton graduated as president of his high school class though he left school a few months early in order to serve in the Merchant Marine and the US Navy during World War II. While in the navy he witnessed atomic bomb tests at Bikini Atoll. Elton used the GI bill to go to the University of Pennsylvania where he was a proud Fiji (Phi Gamma Delta). During his summer vacations he worked as a wheelsman on ore freighters on the Great Lakes. After graduating from the Wharton School in 1954, he married Joanne Griffith, also of Chagrin Falls, in November, 1956. In 1964 his sales job with Woodbury & Company took the family to Holden, MA where he has lived since with his wife. In the mid 70s, anticipating the growth in corporate branding, he became an entrepreneur operating under the name "Corporate Identification," and maintained this enterprise until his retirement. In the Holden community, Elton assisted troop leaders for the Boy Scouts and served on the Board of the White Oak Land Conservation Society. He was also active at Second Church of Christ, Scientist, in Worcester. At an early age Elton developed a love of jazz that continued throughout his life and resulted in an extensive collection of recordings and books. Using the pseudonym "Pee Wee" he wrote a jazz column for The Landmark in its early years. His other avid hobbies were bridge, golfing and rooting for the Red Sox. He enjoyed the beauty, camaraderie and serenity at a family vacation home in East Otis, Massachusetts, where he spent his final days. Calling hours are from 2:00-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 23rd at the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 24th at the First Congregational Church of Holden, 1180 Main Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Second Church of Christ, Scientist, 255 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609 or the White Oak Land Conservation Society, P.O. Box 346, Holden 01520. www.milesfuneralhome.com |
Saul Rubenstein 1929 - 2009 PITTSFIELD Saul Rubenstein, 80 of Brookside Drive, passed away, peacefully on Aug. 20, at Berkshire Medical Center. He was born in 1929, in Troy, N.Y., son of Lewis Rubenstein. Educated in Albany, N.Y., he attended Siena College and graduated from NY State College for Teachers, now SUNY Albany, in 1951. In 1952, Mr. Rubenstein started working in the toy department at W.T. Grant, and later Miller Merchandise Toy Wholesaler. In 1955, he began a 37 year career with Kaufman Brothers, which became Kay Bee Toys, then to Pittsfield, starting as a salesman. He later became Assistant Toy Buyer and, in 1973, was promoted to Head Toy Buyer. In 1986, he became Kay Bee's president, a position he held until he retired in 1989. Mr. Rubenstein was a leading force in the toy industry, respected by his colleagues and instrumental in raising contributions for Toy Manufacturers of America Charities. He gave invaluable support to the Schepen's Eye research Institute of Boston, and Riverview School in Sandwich, a school that his son Eric attended. Mr. Rubenstein is survived by Shirley Steinhart Rubenstein, his wife of 48 years; his three loving children and their families; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Karen Rubenstein of New York, N.Y., and their son, Jack; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Steven Diamond of Westfield, N.J., and their children, Gabriel and Charlotte; son Eric Rubenstein of Clinton, Conn., and brother and sister-in-law, Alan and Sonia Rubenstein of Schenectady, N.Y. FUNERAL NOTICE: Services will be held Sunday, Aug. 23, at 10 a.m. at the FLYNN & DAGNOLI-BENCIVENGA FUNERAL HOME, 5 Elm St., Pittsfield, MA 01201, with Cantor Robert Scherr, officiating. Burial will follow in the family plot at Pittsfield Cemetery. Friends will be received at Rubenstein residence, 36 Brookside Drive, Sunday, Aug. 23, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Donations may be made in Mr. Rubenstein's memory to Vista Vocational & Life Skills Center, 1356 Old Clinton Road, Westbrook, Conn., 06498, Hadassah, 402 East St., Pittsfield, MA, 01201, or to HospiceCare in the Berkshires, 369 South St., Pittsfield, MA 01201. |
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Sally (Alden) Maynard, age 78 yrs, of Middleboro died Saturday August 8, 2009, at Morton Hospital Taunton after a period of failing health. She was the wife of the late Wilfred Roy Maynard, who predeceased her in June of 1986. She was the daughter of the late Myles Standish and Persis (Taylor) Alden.  She was a graduate of Middleboro High School . Sally possessed many talents, which included Sunday school teacher, Girl Scout Leader. She was an accomplished artist, a talented piano player, and also an excellent cook. She previously worked in the Norton and Lakeville School systems, The MayFlower Bank, The Middleboro Gazette, with both Clint Clark and Rene Wood, and the Bishop Rocco House for Troubled Teens for the Boston Archdiocese. She also worked with the American Lung Association and most recently had worked with the elderly in the area. She will be warmheartedly remembered as a devoted mother, aunt, and friend. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was the granddaughter of Charles L Alden of the Alden Kindred Association, whose members are the original decedents of the Mayflower. She is survived by one son; Stephen and his wife Diane Maynard, and their son; Matthew Bradshaw and Jayne, all of Taunton, her nieces; Jan Phillips of Plymouth, Lauren Song of Vero Beach, FL, and great nieces; Lisa Kozlin, Lydia Touzet, and Julie Song. She was the sister of the late Joan Fuller and Jean Lomasney, who were her twin sisters. Private arrangements are being handled by the Egger Funeral Home, Middleboro. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to: The American Heart Association, 20 Speen St. Framingham , MA 01701 -4688 or The American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Rd. Suite #400, Waltham , MA 02451 . For more information, please visit www.eggerandashleyfh.com   |
, William J. Shea Jr. 1946 - 2009 LENOX William J. Shea Jr., 63, of 23 Pine Knoll Road, native of Dalton, died unexpectedly late Thursday afternoon of a heart attack. Born on Aug. 19, 1946, son of the late William J. Shea Sr. and the late Jean E. Merriam Shea. A 1964 graduate of Wahconah Regional High School, William enlisted in the navy in 1965 and served for four years as an aviation technician in Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico. Upon completion of his military service, he attended the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where he received his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1977. At the time of his death he was employed by AGI Polymatrix/ Mead West Vaco. Bill leaves his wife of 42 years, Linda Bordeau Shea, whom he married Nov. 4th, 1967, he also leaves two daughters, Jessica Lynn Shea of Lexington, Mass., and Jacqueline Marie Shea of Lenox, Mass., and future son-in-law, Barrett Alston of Lexington, Mass. Additionally he leaves three sisters, Jeanne Conroy of Dalton, Mass., Barbara Velez of Plympton, Mass., and Kathi D'Amato of Lee, Mass.; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Bill had a zest for life and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was well respected and loved by all whose lives he touched and he will be greatly missed. FUNERAL NOTICE: The family will receive friends Sunday, Sept. 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Roche Funeral Home in Lenox with a funeral mass on Monday, Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul church in Lenox Dale. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the or the in care of the funeral home. |
ABINGTON Charles "Chuck" Smolinski of Abington, August 20, age 64. He was loving son of the late Walter and Mary Smolinski;loving husband of Nancy (Perkins) Smolinski of Abington; loving father of Nancy Finch of Whitman, Lisa Woods of East Bridgewater, Karen McDonald of East Bridgewater; the late baby Susan Smolinski; loving brother of Mary Wright of Norfolk, Walter Smolinski of Texas, Joan Rudnisky of Texas, June Constas of Quincy, and the late Ann Smith; loving grandfather of Ashlie and Timothy Machado, Michael Woods, Brandi and Tara McDonald; many nieces and nephews Funeral from the Quealy and Son Funeral Home 116 Adams Street, Abington, Monday, Aug. 24, at 8 a.m., followed by a funeral Mass in St. Bridget Church, Abington 9 a.m. Visitation Sunday, 5-8 p.m. Interment New Calvary Cemetery, Boston. For directions and online guestbook www.quealyandson.com. Quealy and Son Funeral Home Pride in Personal Service (781) 878-2112 |
Michael C. Stamos SQUANTUM Michael C. Stamos of Squantum. Mike died as a result of a boating accident after a brief stay at Boston Medical Center. (The family extends a special thank you to the nurses, doctors, nurse practitioners, and chaplain at the Boston Medical Center Surgical Intensive Care Unit.) Michael was born on May 6, 1972, lived every moment to the fullest and died at 2:25 PM on August 20, 2009. Mike is the son of Recilla Stamos and her partner Jack Westerbeke of Milton and Jim Stamos and his wife Marie of Squantum. He is brother to Melissa Kelleter Stamos and her husband Greg of Squantum, Karin Weinstein and her husband Gregg of NJ, Kristen Cahill of Squantum and the late Nicky Stamos. He was special uncle to Drew and Chase Cahill and Kami and Luke Weinstein. He is the beloved grandson of Barbara Stamos of Squantum and the late Betty Jo Nally and Recil Collins. He leaves his uncle and good friend Steve Stamos, his dear aunts, Susan Stamos, Karen West, Sharon Collins and Sandi DiTunno, and many cousins. Mike was a carpenter and landscaper and was in the process of obtaining his Information Technology degree from the University of Phoenix. He was a sports enthusiast, was passionate about the Red Sox, loved to race cars, and was a sports statistician at heart. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours Monday, August 24, 2009 from 4- 8 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock Street , QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:15 AM on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 prior to the Funeral Service in First Church of Squantum at 10 AM. Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity or the Jimmy Fund, 1309 Beacon St., Brookline, MA 02446. Or, perform an act of kindness; Mike would like that for he was kind. Love is kind. See |
Stanley C. Osgood 1921-2009 GILFORD - Stanley C. Osgood, 87, of 67 Varney Point Road Right, Gilford, died Thursday afternoon, August 20, 2009, at the NH Veterans Home, Tilton. He Stan wan an Army Aircorp Veteran of WWII. Prior to his retirement Stan was employed as an assembler of timing instruments for Standard Electric Time Co. of Springfield, MA. He was a member of the Wachogue Congregational Church and served as Treasurer for several years. Stan is survived by his wife of 60 years, June C. (Carpenter) Osgood of Gilford; sons Curtis M. and his wife Florence A. Osgood of Granby, MA, and Robert S. and his wife Marie G. Osgood of Springfield, MA; daughters, Carolyn L. Gosselin of Springfield, MA, and Linda J. and her husband Mac M. Costa of Agawam,MA; four granddaughters, an expected great grandchild; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Edith Wallis of Westfield, MA. The family would like to thank the NH Veterans Home by having donations made to the Resident Benefit Fund, Life Enhancement Dementia Unit, NH Veterans Home, 139 Winter St., Tilton, NH 03276, in lieu of flowers. Friends and relative are invited to attend funeral services on Sunday, August 23, 2009, at 1pm in the Gilford Community Church, 19 Potter Hill Rd., Gilford. Burial will be at noon on Monday, August 24, 2009, in Hillcrest Cemetery, Springfield, MA. The Dewhirst Funeral Home, 1061 Union Ave., Laconia, is in charge of the arrangements. |
BRAINTREE Dorothea L. (Comerford) Sulfaro, age 78, of Braintree, died peacefully, Friday, August 21, 2009 at the Quincy Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born in South Boston, raised and educated in Boston schools and was a graduate of Memorial High School. She has lived in Braintree for thirty-two years, previously in Hyde Park for seventeen years. Mrs. Sulfaro was a homemaker. She enjoyed ballroom dancing, reading and crossword puzzles. She was devoted to her family. Beloved wife for fifty-five years of Anthony J. Sulfaro. Devoted mother of Anthony J. Sulfaro, Jr. of FL, Paula Coffey and her husband Kenneth of Halifax, Steven A. Sulfaro and his wife Julie of Nashua, NH. Loving grandmother of Joseph, Rose, Daniel, Madison, Steven, and Christina. Sister of Ruth Comerford of Peterborough, NH. Funeral from the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy, Monday, August 24 at 8:15 am. Funeral Mass in Saint Thomas More Church, corner of Hawthorn Road & Elm Street, Braintree at 9 oclock. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours Sunday 2 6 pm. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. |
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Joseph P. Tanona, 78, of Worcester, passed away Thursday, August 20th 2009 at the University of Massachusetts Hospital surrounded by his family. Mr. Tanona is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Ann L. (Courtney) Tanona, four devoted children, Stanley C. Tanona of Oviedo, FL, Joseph J. Tanona and his wife Kelly of Zionsville, IN, Patricia A. Rushton and her husband Daniel of Worcester, William F. Tanona and his wife Christine of Mantoloking, NJ; six cherished grandchildren, Caitlin, Megan, Joseph, Colleen, McKenna and Nellie; three sisters, Frances DiMeo and her husband Frank of Worcester, Margaret Bruhn and her husband Carl of West Boylston, and Genevieve Kiefer of South Dennis; many nieces, nephews and friends. Three sisters, Irene Velleco, Jean Tomasetta and Malvina Tanona, and three brothers, Frank, Stanley and Chester Tanona all predeceased him. Joseph was born in Worcester, son of Walery and Amelia (Bujak) Tanona. He graduated from Commerce High School. Mr. Tanona served in the U.S. Air Force & U.S. Army. He was a decorated veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars and proudly served his country for 20 years, retiring as a Staff Sergeant in 1974. He was a recipient of many medals including the Bronze Star Medal. After retiring from the U.S. Army, Joe worked for Johnson Steel & Wire, Clark University and Paul Revere before retiring in 1996. Mr. Tanona was a member of St. Stephen's Church, Vernon Hill Post 435, Alhambra Council #88 Knights of Columbus, and the Army Otter & Caribou Association. He was also a life member of the Tatnuck Island Club. Joe was an avid New England sports fan and enjoyed fishing, gardening, baking, telling stories, and spending time with his family. Joe's funeral will be held Tuesday, August 25th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St with a mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Church, 357 Grafton St. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to calling hours Monday, August 24th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Stephen's Church Restoration Fund, 16 Hamilton Street, Worcester, MA 01604. |
North Conway, N.H. James M. Tardanico, 48, died Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, in North Conway, N.H., from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was the son of Barbara L. (Norton) Tardanico of Stoughton and West Dennis and the late Guy A. Tardanico, D.Ed. Born in Milton, he was raised in Stoughton and was a graduate of Stoughton Schools. Mr. Tardanico was a resident of East Taunton since 1991. He was the owner of JMT Excavation and Paving in Taunton for many years. He also worked as a subcontractor Aggregate Industries in Stoughton. He was a member of Teamsters Local 4. Mr. Tardanico was an championship Motocross Rider and also was a breeder of championship American Staffordshire Terriers. An excellent cook, in his free time, he enjoyed motorcycle riding and powerlifting. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his siblings, Stephen T. Tardanico of Carver, Debora DiBiasie of Saugus, Jeffrey P. Tardanico of Stoughton, Helene M. Doherty of N. Easton, Paula A. Tully of E. Taunton, Christine M. Cicero of New York, Marie E. Kjelgaard of W. Bridgewater and Neil J. Tardanico of Middleboro. He is also survived by many nieces; nephews and cousins. Funeral will be held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rte.27), Stoughton, on Monday, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, Stoughton at 10:30 a.m. Visiting Hours Sunday 2-6 p.m. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery. Donations in his name may be made to the MSPCA, 1300 West Elm St., Ext., Brockton, MA 02302. Directions and obituary at www.farleyfh.com. FARLEY FUNERAL HOME (781)344-2676 |
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Thelma Field Witherell, 98, of Tremont Street, Rehoboth died at the Life Care Center of Attleboro on Thursday, August 20, 2009 with the same dignity and elegance in which she lived her life after having spent the day surrounded by her loving family.  She was the wife of the late Alvin Witherell who died in 1964. Born at the family homestead in Rehoboth, Massachusetts on October 18, 1910, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Florence (Gould) Field.  She was raised on the homestead – the Richard Field Dairy Farm.  She later moved to a residence next door to her family home where she remained a resident until moving to the Life Care Center of Attleboro in November of 2005.   Mrs. Witherell was a 1928 graduate of Attleboro High School where she was a member of the women’s basketball team. Mrs. Witherell worked for more than 50 years at T. J. Holmes in Norton as an assembler until her retirement at the age of 85. She was a longtime member of the West Dighton Christian Church. A woman of strong independence, she will be lovingly and forever remembered as a devoted and dedicated mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and sister.  She was affectionately known as “Gigi” to her three generations of grandchildren. She treasured the times spent creating memories with her family and especially enjoyed visits with the family to their Prudence Island, Rhode Island home. An ardent bird watcher, she also enjoyed cooking and playing games and cards with a special love for playing rummy cube.   Mrs. Witherell was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Rehoboth Grange. She leaves a devoted son: Bruce Young and his caring wife, Madelyn R. (Connors) Young, of Plainville; a beloved daughter-in-law: Rita M. (Richards) Young of Attleboro; four cherished granddaughters: Cheryl Gagne and her husband, Gerald Gagne, of Lakeville; Kerrie Benevides and her husband, John Benevides, of North Dighton; Sandra O’Neill and her husband, James O’Neill, of Attleboro and Brenda Higgins and her husband, Robert Higgins, of Rehoboth; 12 great grandchildren; 9 great great grandchildren; a sister: Shirley Rascher of Rehoboth and several generations of nieces and nephews and extended family members. She was the mother of the late Ronald E. Young who died on April 15, 2006 and was the sister of the late Melvin Field and Floyd Field. Family and friends are cordially invited to attend visitation for Mrs. Witherell on Monday, August 24, 2009 from 4:00 – 6:45 PM in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home – the national historic Colonel Obed Robinson Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue (exit 5 off Route 95 N or S, go right, ¾ mile on the left), Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro. Those in need of a local ride to visitation may simply call the funeral home at (508) 695-0200 to make an advance reservation for such gratis transportation. A funeral service will follow visitation on Monday, August 24, 2009 at 7:00 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 with Rev. John W. McPherson, Pastor of the West Dighton Christian Church, officiating.   Burial will be private in Oak Knoll Cemetery, Rehoboth. Children’s room available during the visitation and funeral service. The family is forever grateful to the staff of the Life Care Center of Attleboro for their compassionate care and to the fellow residents for making Mrs. Witherell feel at home for the past four years. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mrs. Witherell’s name and memory may be made to the Resident Activities Fund of the Life Care Center of Attleboro, 969 Park Street, Attleboro, MA  02703. For additional information or to send the family an expression of sympathy, please visit an online register book at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com.   Arrangements under the direction of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro. (508) 695-0200.   |
Greece was one of his favorite activities and was looking forward to traveling there with his wife Lisa in September. Like his father, Mr. Theoharides was an avid fisherman and boater and loved being on the coastal waters as well as entertaining his many friends and family on his boat. He loved to entertain and break bread in his beautiful home on the lake always having cook outs and many gatherings that invariably included water skiing and boating activities. His portfolio of friends and colleagues included many lifelong friends, city and state dignitaries and public officials, business people and people he served on the various boards and committees. He always had a kind word to say, was quick to offer his assistance for anyone in need, and to open his home if someone needed a place to stay. A void will be left in the hearts of the people he has touched over the years. He will be dearly missed by family, friends and associates. Donald's funeral will be held Monday August 24th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St with a service at 10:00 a.m. in St Spyridon Church, 102 Russell St. Burial will follow in Hope Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family, Sunday, August 23rd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. A trisagion service will be held during calling hours in the funeral home. The Order of Ahepa will offer a special commemoration Sunday night at 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. The family wishes donations to be made in memory of Donald Theoharides to the Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Family Center, 102 Russell St. Worcester, MA 01609. |
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Thomas J. Berube, a longtime Boston Herald editor and Tewksbury town auditor, died Wednesday in Kindred Hospital in Waltham. He was 88. Born in Boston in 1921, Mr. Berube... |
EAST BRIDGEWATER Anthony Thompson, 81 years, of East Bridgewater died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family after a brief illness. He was the husband for 59 years of Jean (Gormley) Thompson. He was born and raised in Scotland, a son of the late Robert and Mary (Caird) Thompson. Mr. Thompson immigrated to the United States in 1965 settling in Brockton for 20 years. He retired to Daytona Beach, Fla. where he was a resident for 14 years, and had been a resident of East Bridgewater for the past eight years. Anthony served in the British Army from 1946 to 1948 and had been employed as a welder for New England Iron and Steel Company, retiring in 1988. He enjoyed soccer and reading. In addition to his wife Jean; he is survived by a son, Anthony Thompson of Brockton; three daughters, Rose Johnson and Jean Hamilton both of Bridgewater and Mary Carlino of Hyannis; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was the father of the late Samuel and Gerald Thompson. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street (Rte. 123), Brockton, Sunday, 2-4 p.m., with a Funeral Service at 4 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in St. Thomas Aquinas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Anthony to Old Colony Hospice, One Credit Union Way, Randolph, MA 02368. For condolences and directions www.conleyfuneralhome.com. |
Father William J. Tokus, M.M., 80, of Worcester, Maryknoll missioner to East Africa, died in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., on Aug. 17. Ordained a priest on June, 11, 1960, he did pastoral, youth and vocation work in Tanzania for 29 years. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Frances Tokus, of Millbury; his nieces, Theresa Landers, of Worcester, Nancy White, of Millbury, and nephew, Michael Tokus, of Webster. A funeral Mass will be concelebrated on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 11:00 a.m., at Maryknoll Mission Center, Ossining, N.Y. Memorial donations in Fr. Tokus's name may be made to the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, P.O. Box 302, Maryknoll, NY, 10545. |
WEYMOUTH George F. Travers Jr. Formerly of Montecito, CA and Weymouth, MA died July 26, 2009 in Los Angeles, CA after a long illness . Beloved son of the late George F. Travers and Bernice (Ware) Travers Donnelly. Brother of Katherine A. Gibson of Rockland, Carolyn A. Kelley of Bridgewater, Patricia T. Peckrill of Duxbury, and Mary T. DePePierro of Braintree, Ma. Also survived by nine nieces and nephews and ten great nieces and nephews Born April 6,1934 in Boston, MA Brought up in Weymouth, MA and educated in Weymouth Public Schools. Member of Local 537 Pipefitters Association of Boston. Worked in California, Florida, and Puerto Rico and as well as several years on the Trans Alaska Pipeline. Retired after 23 years as a pipefitter and established Airport Transportation, a delivery and freight forwarding service in Santa Barbara, California Relative and friends invited to a Funeral Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Braintree at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, August 26th 2009. Interment at Blue Hills Cemetery, Braintree, MA . Donations in Georges memory may be made to Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care, 222 E Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara,CA 93102 |
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WEST ROXBURY Dominic S. Venuti, of West Roxbury, August 20, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Theresa L. (Imbrogna) Venuti. Devoted father of Dominic S. Jr. and his wife Meg of Quincy, Stephen and his partner Gary of Plymouth, Donna Jensen and her husband George of Marlboro, Chris and his wife Elaine of Burlington, Philip and his wife Andrea of Dedham and David and his wife Amy of Abington. Brother of Dolly Pugliese of Canton and the late Mary Lewis, Jennie Ashburn, Antoinette Forte and Matthew Venuti. Also survived by 14 loving grandchildren. Funeral from the P.E. Murray-George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 2000 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, Monday at 10 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church, West Roxbury, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 p.m. Interment St. Josephs Cemetery, West Roxbury. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Dominics memory to the Italian Home for Children, 1125 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. For online guest book and directions please visit at |
Vittell 'Vic' B. Walkovich Danbury, CT, son in Pepperell, Navy vet; 84 DANBURY, Connecticut Vittell "Vic" B. Walkovich, age 84, of Danbury, Connecticut, beloved husband of the late Jane (Kieras) Walkovich, died peacefully on August 21, 2009, at Bethel Health Care. Vic was born in the Bronx, New York, on September 27, 1924. Vic was the son of the late Karl and Justina (Racyzko) Walkovich. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Navy as an Aviation Machinist Mate and Arial Gunner. He retired from the Southern New England Telephone Company and the City of Danbury Parks Department. Vic was active in his community serving as the President of the Danbury Common Council for six years, and as the Fourth Ward Councilman for 15 years. He was active in the Democratic Party for over 50 years. He also served as the Scoutmaster for Troop 81 of Danbury, and was an active member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, serving as President of the Holy Name Society for many years, Chairman of the Finance Council, a Eucharistic Minister, and an Usher. He was a long time member of The Exchange Club and Catholic War Veterans. He is survived by his two sons, Joseph and his wife, Jimmetta Samaha of Danbury, Charles and his wife Joanne Foran of Pepperell, Massachusetts; his three daughters, Mary Ann of Danbury, Joanne and her husband, Richard Keever of Brookfield, and Beth Ann and her husband, John Bogues III of Danbury. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Chris, Peter, Sara, Hanna and Emily; and his great-granddaughter, Sianna; as well as many nieces and nephews. Vic was predeceased by his wife, Jane, sister, Caroline and grandson, Patrick. WALKOVICH A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church at 12 Cottage St., Danbury, CT on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Peter Cemetery. Friends will be received at the Green Funeral Home on 57 Main St., Danbury, CT on Monday, August 24, 2009 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Contributions in Vic's memory can be made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 12 Cottage St., Danbury, CT 06180 or to Saint Bernards Central Catholic High School, c/o The Patrick Walkovich Fund, 45 Harvard St., Fitchburg, MA 01420. |
ZACOFSKY, Walter Joseph Sr, "Zac" 93, Aug. 18, 2009 of Little River SC, formerly of Alexandria, VA, in Myrtle Beach, SC. Born March 29, 1916, Norwood MA to William Zacofsky and Sadie Trombaczyk. Married for 63 years to the love of his life, Hazel Barkhouse Zacofsky. Served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Earned his Masters in Education from Boston University in 1951. Taught in the City of Arlington before joining the Civil Service Commission as an Investigator in 1953, retiring as a Research Analyst in 1976. In the late 1930's and early 1940's. Zac was a competitive weightlifter who held several all-time New England weightlifting records in the light heavyweight class. He was an explorer and outdoorsman and enjoyed camping, rockhounding, and discovering new places. Most of all, he enjoyed getting to know the people around him and gained many friends and admirers with his modest and gentlemanly ways. Predeceased by one son, Robert Zacofsky, March 13, 2000. Survived by his loving wife, Hazel, and six children, Richard (Michelle), Ellen, Thomas, Sharon (Steve), Walter (Madel), Gloria (Kevin), in addition to 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD, Mon. Aug. 24 at 8 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Norwood at 9 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours at the Funeral Home Sun. Aug. 23, 4-6 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Zac may be made to the |
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Wanda V. Rando Wanda V. (Croatti) Rando of Hingham, a retired dental assistant, died Wednesday at Norwell Knoll Nursing Home. She was 90. Born and raised in Framingham,... |
Helen M. (Trocki) Wassell, 86, died Wednesday, August 19th in St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester, after a brief illness. Helen's husband, of 57 years, Michael J. Wassell, Sr., died in 1998. She leaves a daughter, Sheila Young and her husband, Danny of Florida; four sons, Michael J. Wassell, Jr., of Worcester, Richard W. Wassell and his wife Terry of Sutton, Robert J. Wassell of Millbury and Walter R. Wassell of Auburn; five grandchildren, Robert and his girl friend Michelle Lager, Laura, Scott and his wife Christina, Heidi, Heather Wassell and Cheyenne Young; four great-grandchildren, Benny, Eli, Jude and Asher Wassell; nieces and nephews. Mrs. Wassell was born in Chelsea on March 31, 1923 and is predeceased by her parents Bolislaw and Mary (Michalowski) Trocki, a son, David, a sister, Dorothy (Tatro) DiCandia and a brother, Walter Tatro. She was raised in Chelsea and Worcester and has lived in Millbury for 48 years. In the 1950's and 60's Helen worked in several area factories to help support her family. Helen and her husband, Michael enjoyed Polish dancing and traveling to Polish events with their friends, for many years. She enjoyed her dog Missy, bingo, visiting the Millbury Senior Center and their bus trips to Foxwoods. Helen's funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 25th in Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St., in Millbury. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, August 24th in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Condolence book and directions available at: www.mulhane.com |
Leslie G. Watkins WEYMOUTH Leslie G. Watkins passed away at South Shore Hospital Aug. 2009. He was 88 years old. Born in Merrimack, NH, he was the last of 8 siblings. He was raised in Southern, NH & moved to Wollaston in the late 1940s before settling in Weymouth in 1950. U.S. Army Vet. W.W.II. He was a retired sheet metal worker with Local #17. Previously employed by Quincy Shipyard & Cox Engineering in Cambridge. Beloved husband of 65 years of Rita M. (St. Pierre) Watkins. Father of Alfred J. married to Maureen Watkins of S. Weymouth, Kenneth W. married to Michelle Watkins of Albuquerque, New Mexico, William J. married to Marianne Watkins of Hull, Janet M. married to Jay Yanovich of Gulf Breeze, Fl., Sandra A. married to Kenneth Hogan of Braintree, Linda M. married to Thomas Welch of N.Weymouth, James P. Watkins of Weymouth, Susan M. married to Thomas Pendleton of Rockland & the late Les Watkins. Also survived by 17 grandchildren & 4 great grandchildren. Funeral from the North Weymouth McDonald Funeral Home, 40 Sea St. (off Rt.3A-Bicknell Sq.) Monday at 9:30 a.m, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Jeromes Church at 11 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visitation prior to Funeral Mass, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com |
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ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Monday at 8:30 a.m. from the H.L. Farmer & Sons Funeral home, 106 Summer St., Haverhill, followed by a funeral service at 10 a.m. in Granite State Baptist Church, 1 Sand Hill Road, Salem, N.H. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Bradford. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Cancer Support Group, c/o Granite State Baptist Church, 1 Sand Hill Road, Salem, NH 03079. Condolences to her family may be made at |
Friday, August 21, 2009 5:37 PM - Staff reports |
In Taunton, August 20, 2009  William J. ,age 88, passed away at home after a period of failing health.  William was the beloved husband of Patricia (McGuirk) Morin.  He was born in Taunton to his late parents William & Mary (McCarthy) Morin, where he has lived all of his life.  William was educated in Taunton schools and graduated from Monsignor Coyle High School.  He served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy.  William retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He enjoyed ten pin bowling, belonging to many leagues in the area, gardening and his family.  He was the father of Jane Reid & her husband James of Taunton, Michael Morin & his wife Sandra of Taunton and Paula Morin of Taunton.  His sister Mary McAloon and her husband John of Taunton.  Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St. in Taunton on Monday, August 24th at 9am. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary’s Church at 10am.  Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Sunday from 4-6pm.  Interment in St. Francis Cemetery in Taunton. Donations may be made in William’s memory to Hospice Care, 502 Bedford St., Fall River, MA. 02720  Visit our website  HYPERLINK "http://www.okeefewade.com" www.okeefewade.com to sign the online guestbook, obituaries & directions.   |
VOLPE, William N. Of Billerica, passed away August 19th at the Lahey Clinic at the age of 91. He is survived by his wife Edna F. (Gore) Volpe of Carver, son William C. Volpe of Plymouth the late Lawrence Volpe and daughter-in-law Anne Volpe of Yarmouth. Grandchildren: William C. Volpe Jr. of NH, Robert Volpe of Tewksbury, Brian Volpe of Billerica, Kelly Montana and her husband Karl of Marshfield, and Laura Boynton and her husband Jonathan of Milton. Great Grandchildren; Bill, David, Nicole, Jake, Kaleigh and Allison. Born in Medford, MA, December 1, 1917 to the late Attilo and Bertha (Oakley) Volpe. William was a WWII Army Veteran. He was an employee of the A&P for 40 years, after retiring he worked at the St. Peter's rectory in Plymouth. An avid NE sports and Red Sox fan, he was very involved in the Medford Little League and started a Bocce League in So. Meadow Village in Carver. Calling hours will be held Monday, August 24th from 4-8pm at the Shepherd Funeral Home 116 Main St. (Rte 58), CARVER, MA. Family and friends are welcome to gather at the funeral home Tuesday August 25th at 10am with a Mass to follow at 11am at St. Peter's Church, Court St., Plymouth, MA. Burial will be private. For online condolences please go to: |
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ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends are welcome to attend a graveside ceremony, Monday Aug. 24, 11:30 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery, 151 Eastern Ave, Gloucester. Please feel free to bring a wild flower or a flower from your garden to the service. Donations may be made to Senior Care, 5 Blackburn Center, Gloucester, MA 01930, or to Hospice at VNA Care Network and Hospice, 8 Angle St., Gloucester, MA 01930. Funeral arrangements are by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington St., Gloucester. |
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