Richard J. Coner

Coner, Richard J. of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, passed away on September 7, 2010. He was 92. Husband of the late Laura (Kalnicki) Coner. Loving father of Regina Folger of Dorchester, Arthur R. of Quincy, Richard A. of Salem, Joseph G. of Cohasset, Robert J. of Pembroke and the late Paul F. Coner. Brother of the late Arthur C. Coner. Mr. Coner was the devoted “Grampy” to 12 grandchildren. Growing up in Dorchester, Mr. Coner was a member of the first graduating class from St. Mark’s Grammar School. He later graduated from Boston College in 1939 and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. For 30 years he worked in administration and finance for the Commonwealth of Mass as a budget analyst, retiring in 1986. He and his wife enjoyed spending many winters in Florida. He cherished his role as father and grandfather, gladly attended countless sporting events throughout the years. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the graveside service on Saturday, September 11, 2010 in Mt. Wollaston Cemetery, 20 Sea St., Quincy at 11 AM.