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Hedy W. Siedlecki
Dec 10, 2021
Hedy W. (Palasek) Siedlecki passed away unexpectedly on December 10, 2021, just two weeks shy of her 97th birthday.
She was born and raised in the Polish Triangle in Dorchester. Her parents, Frank and Teofila Palasek, were Polish immigrants from whom she learned the value of hard work, family, and faith. She was the sister to three brothers who predeceased...
Lillian F. Donovan
Dec 10, 2021
Lillian F. (Lawrie) Donovan of Hingham, died peacefully on December 10, 2021. She was 98. The beloved wife of the late Harold E. Donovan, Jr. Loving mother of Carole D. Nicodemus of Newport, RI, Harold E. Donovan, III of Hanover, Paul R. Donovan of Abington and Brian J. Donovan of Wimberley, TX. Lillian is also survived by 7 grandchildren and...
Alfred Silvia, Jr.
Dec 9, 2021
Mr. Silvia’s service will be livestreamed here.
Alfred Silvia, Jr., 61, of Braintree, MA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior last Thursday after a long illness.
Al the beloved husband to Mary (Gallagher) Silvia, and a loving, doting father to his daughter Chrystal. He was known as a strong, quiet, loving person, he was born in Fall...
Edward “Eddy” Nihill
Dec 9, 2021
Nihill, Edward R. “Eddy” of Quincy, died December 9, 2021.
Eddy adored his family and loved spending time with them and his dog Bella. He was a truck driver for many years and a member of the local teamsters. He was a kind and loving man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Beloved husband of 9...
John J. Kennedy
Dec 8, 2021
Kennedy, John J. of Brockton, formerly of Waltham, died on December 8, 2021, after a long illness.
John’s life revolved around three main themes; family, country and interests. He loved his family and adored “his girls”. John is a U.S. Marine Corp veteran who served during Vietnam. He was known as the “Pizza Man” at the VA hospital because...
Stephen R. Matthes
Dec 8, 2021
Mr. Stephen R. Matthes, of Weymouth, died December 8, 2021.
Stephen, known by Steve to most, grew up in Quincy. He was a devoted and dedicated son who loved to spend time with his parents and siblings. Even as he grew older he loved going to see his Mom and playing Uno for hours. He grew up going to the...
Gloria A. (Hazleton) Cusick
Dec 7, 2021
Mrs. Gloria A. (Hazleton) Cusick of New Bedford, formerly of Weymouth, passed away on December 7, 2021.
Gloria loved spending time with her grandchildren. Christmas was her favorite time of the year, she loved the beach, and laying in the sun. She was an avid reader and enjoyed puzzles and crosswords. She will be deeply missed by all those that...
George T. Hatfield Jr.
Dec 7, 2021
Hatfield, George T. “Butch/Butchie” Jr. of Hernando, FL and Northwood, NH, passed away with his family by his side on December 7, 2021. Butch was born in Boston to the late George and Ann (McCaffrey) Hatfield. He grew up in Wollaston and attended North Quincy High School. George and his wife Patricia settled in South Weymouth to raise their family....
Brian F. Stedman Sr.
Dec 7, 2021
Stedman, Brian F., Sr. of Braintree, died December 7, 2021, surrounded by his children.
Brian was born in Boston and grew up in South Boston graduating from Gate of Heaven High School. A United States Navy Veteran, Brian served his country during the Vietnam Era. He was a proud member of IUEC Local 4. Brian could fix or build just...
Joseph R. Driscoll
Dec 6, 2021
Joseph Robert Driscoll, 78, of Braintree died peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family on December 6, 2021. Joseph was born in Boston and raised in Dorchester and spent many happy times at Walsh Park. He graduated from Cathedral High School and Boston College, where he became a lifetime Eagles football, hockey and basketball fan and where...
Jennie R. Zaborski
Dec 6, 2021
Zaborski, Jennie R. (Sereduk) of Weymouth, died December 6, 2021 at the amazing age of 107.
Jennie was born in Quincy and grew up on a farm in Paxton and in Charlton. While growing up on a farm, Jennie learned how to care for animals, drive machinery and educate herself. She was a talented musician, playing the accordion, mandolin...
George J. “Uncle George” Wagner
Dec 5, 2021
George J. Wagner, a lifelong resident of Quincy, died peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at the Alliance Health West Acres Nursing Rehabilitation in Brockton. He was 92.
Born in Boston on March 13, 1929, he was the son of the late John J. and Josephine (Vickery) Wagner. George was raised by his adoptive parents, the late George and Margaret...
Penelope M. (Smith) Leonard
Dec 4, 2021
Mrs. Penelope M. (Smith) Leonard, of Hull, formerly of Avon, died December 4, 2021.
Penny enjoyed going out to breakfast with Terry almost every day. She cherished her grandchildren and really enjoyed her time with them. She was loved by so many and always made us laugh. We would like to thank the staff at Queen Anne Nursing Home in...
Richard M. Shea
Dec 4, 2021
Richard was born in Boston on January 30, 1935 to Kathleen May Cassidy and John F. (Frank) Shea. He was predeceased by his beloved Aunt Katie, his sisters, Kathleen Reagan and her husband Eugene, Frances D. Adams and her husband Sam, and Claire J. Bach, and her husband Leon. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Joan Silipigno...
Robert G. Symes
Dec 3, 2021
Mr. Robert G, Symes, Captain-Weymouth Police Department (Retired), of Marshfield, formerly of Abington and Plymouth, passed away on December 3, 2021 surrounded by his children after a lengthy battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis.
Bob was born in Dorchester, MA on October 1, 1940 to the late Robert M. and Alice M. (Donoghue) Symes. He was a 1958 graduate of English High...
Gavin Campbell
Dec 1, 2021
Gavin Campbell passed away far too soon at Children’s Hospital on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 after valiantly fighting for 3 weeks.
During his brief visit on earth, he enjoyed visits from his siblings and being held close by his parents. Gavin spent a moment in his parents loving arms but will forever be in their hearts.
Cherished son...
Eleanor (Hill) Jones
Dec 1, 2021
Eleanor (Hill) Jones, 87, of Weymouth passed away on Wednesday, December 1st at home with her two daughters by her side.
Eleanor was born and raised in New Bedford by her mother, Kathryn Hill. She married her highschool sweetheart, David Jones, while he was still in the service. Unlike many women at that time, Eleanor decided to work outside the...
Burton W. Longenbach
Dec 1, 2021
Burton W. Longenbach, 95, died peacefully in Peabody, MA, on December 1, 2021.
Born in Northampton, PA, Burt graduated with the class of ’43 from Northampton High School. His college years at Kutztown University were interrupted by serving two years in the Army in India and China during WWII after which he was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant. Upon...
Marc L. Decristofaro
Nov 30, 2021
Marc L. DeCristofaro, of Dover, NH, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. He was 31.
Marc was born in Salem, MA, on August 15, 1990. He was a NASCAR savant, and loved game shows, his favorite being The Price is Right. Marc was a Special Olympics participant. His favorite sports were bowling and swimming, though he...
Leona T. (Handrahan) Doran
Nov 30, 2021
Leona T. (Handrahan) Doran, of Quincy, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton. She was 94.
Born in Pisquid, Prince Edward Island, Canada, on April 17, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Gertrude (Gillian) Handrahan. She grew up on a farm that overlooked the Pisquid River, one of...
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