Obituaries

Marion C. (Connors) Lockhead

Jul 31, 2020

Marion C. (Connors) Lockhead of Weymouth, passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 31, 2020. She was 81.

Born in South Boston, a daughter of the late Francis and Beatrice Connors, Marion was raised in South Boston and Dorchester before moving to Weymouth. Marion was a graduate of St. Augustine Grammer and High School in South Boston and...

E. Scott Burke

Jul 29, 2020

 

E. Scott Burke, of Weymouth, the beloved husband of Mary Burke (Stratford) died on July 29th, 2020, surrounded by his family.

Scott was born in Boston on July 21st, 1944. Scott was later a graduate of Boston Latin School and Boston College. He then earned his Masters degree at Northeastern University. Scott was a respected middle school English...

Jacqueline A. Fiorentino

Jul 29, 2020

Jacqueline A. (Caeran) Fiorentino of Weymouth, raised in Brighton, died July 29, 2020 at the age of 82.

Jackie loved her work as food service director for Hingham Schools, especially interacting with all the students and the staff. She was a true social butterfly. Bowling, dancing, cooking, playing cards, and butterflies were just a few of her favorite things. She...

James Morris

Jul 29, 2020

James Morris, of Milton, formerly of Quincy, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington. He was 87.

Born in Brideswell, Co. Roscommon, Ireland, on April 24, 1933, he was the son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Gurry) Morris and attended local schools. James was raised in Ireland and immigrated to...

John P. “Jack” Gillis, Sr.

Jul 28, 2020

Mr. John P. “Jack” Gillis, Sr. of Quincy, passed away on July 28, 2020.

Born in Boston, a son of the late Walter M. and Louise E. (Sylvester) Gillis, Sr, Jack was a 1976 graduate of Charleston High School. He was proudly employed for the MBTA for 35 years until his retirement. Jack was a sports fanatic most especially following...

Domenic P. Iaria

Jul 27, 2020

Iaria, Domenic P. Dom of Hingham, died July 27, 2020. Domenic was born January 26, 1935 to Antonio Iaria and Giuseppina Iaria (Sorrentino) who immigrated from Calabria, Italy.  He is survived by his loving wife Marguerite “Peggy” Iaria (Cronin), his four children, Antonio Iaria and wife Rebecca, Annmarie Coyle and husband Robert, Joseph Iaria and wife Monica, Angela Iaria, three...

James Frolick

Jul 27, 2020

James “Jim” Carrol Frolick was born 4/29/1941 in Honey Island, Texas to Joseph “Joe” A. and Geneva Frolick, one of three brothers. He was a proud member of the United States Army, gaining the rank of Chief Warrant Officer, 2nd Grade. He honorably served his country all over the world, including in Vietnam. He lived a life of service and...

C. Rose Charland

Jul 27, 2020

Euphemia Ellen Nichols

Jul 27, 2020

Ellen was a proud United States Navy Veteran.  She was the first woman from Coventry, RI to enlist during WWII.  Ellen completed a two year business program receiving a degree in Business and worked as a talented bookkeeper for many years.  She was a current member of a bowling league at Olindy’s known as the “Lady Bugs”.  Ellen enjoyed playing...

Ellen M. Murphy

Jul 26, 2020

Murphy, Ellen M. “Gig”, 90, long time resident of Crow Point, Hingham, died July 26, 2020.

Gig adored her family. She loved attending all of her grandchildren’s activities and sporting events to cheer them on. Gig was a long time parishioner of St. Paul Church in Hingham. Her faith was a very important part of her life. She had so...

Marjorie F. Jordan

Jul 25, 2020

Marjorie( Wigmore) Niedbala Jordan, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2020 from being 98. Her mind never failed her, but her body finally said, “I’ve had it.”

Marjorie was the oldest child of nine, born to Daniel and Alice (White) Wigmore. All of her sisters and brothers predeceased her except her youngest sister, Connie Wigmore Whitman Gellatley Despite the anguish...

H. Alan Colby

Jul 24, 2020

H. Alan Colby, age 67, of Marshfield succumbed to his injuries on July 24, 2020, after being struck from behind by a car while cycling on Route 3A in Scituate.  

Born and raised in Quincy, he was the beloved son of deceased Anne and Howard Colby.  He is survived by his three siblings: Nancy Shallow, 77, of New Hampshire,...

Dorothy M. Colgate

Jul 24, 2020

Dorothy M. (Griffin) Colgate, longtime resident of Weymouth and West Harwich, died July 24, 2020. She was 98.

Dottie enjoyed baking and knitting. She was happiest while reminiscing with family and friends over a cup of tea. Recently she could be found participating in the daily activities at Fenno House and John Adams Healthcare. Dottie will be remembered for her...

David G. O’Brien

Jul 22, 2020

David G. O’Brien of Hingham, MA, 64 years died peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on July 22, 2020. Beloved husband of Mary S.O’Brien for 37 years.  Dearly loved father of David G. O’Brien Jr. and his wife, Jennifer O’Brien of Norwell, MA and their children Troy, Emma and Audrey O’Brien and Eric O‘Brien and his wife...

James S. Clary

Jul 22, 2020

James’ Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, July 27, 2020, in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at 11:30 AM.

 

James S. Clary, of Quincy, died peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. He was 81.

Born in Boston, he was raised in Watertown and was the son of the late Harold and...

Lois J. Ward

Jul 21, 2020

Ward, Lois J. (Murray) of Shallotte, formerly of Quincy, passed away July 21, 2020.

Lois was an accomplished and caring woman. She graduated from Bridgewater State College Cum Laude, first for her Associates in 1954, and then for her Bachelors of Science in 1978. She later earned the title of CPA.

Lois used her knowledge and kind nature to help...

Edith T. “Edie” Leone

Jul 21, 2020

Leone, Edith T. “Edie” of Quincy, died July 21, 2020. Edie was born and raised in West Quincy and was a longtime employee at The Armstrong Corporation Braintree. Edie’s priority was always her family and she loved to spend time with them. She enjoyed cooking for her family, watching the Boston Red Sox and playing cards. Edie will be remembered...

Kathleen O’Malley

Jul 20, 2020

Kathleen O’Malley, of Quincy and formerly of South Boston, died peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2020 in Largo, Florida. She was 55.

Born in Boston on May 1, 1965, she was the daughter of the late James O’Malley and Joyce (Vadala) Roberts. Kathleen is also survived by her stepfather James Roberts of Braintree her mother’s husband.

Kathleen was raised and...

Nancy F. Chamberlin

Jul 19, 2020

Nancy F. (Keelon) Chamberlin of Quincy, passed away suddenly in a car accident on Sunday July 19, 2020, returning from her summer cottage in North Truro, with her daughter, after celebrating her 88th birthday a few days early.

Born in Quincy, she was the daughter of the late Charles J. and Irene P. (Lydon) Keelon.  Nancy was the beloved wife...

Shirley M. Hall

Jul 19, 2020

Hall, Shirley M. (MacKay) 92, of Braintree, died July 19, 2020. Shirley was born in Quincy to the late James and Mary MacKay. She grew up in Quincy and attended Quincy High School. In early years, Shirley worked for New England Telephone Company before raising her 5 sons. She was an amazing mother and grandmother and made sure family was...