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Robert A. Newcomb
Jan 16, 2019
Robert “Bob” Newcomb, 94, of Hingham, and formerly of North Quincy, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a brief illness on Wednesday afternoon, January 16, 2019.
Bob is predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Marguerite “Peg” (Cuddy) Newcomb, and his sister, Mary Lou McLaughlin. Bob is survived by four children, Bob and his wife Mary Newcomb...
Mary M. Dillon
Jan 16, 2019
Dillon, Mary M. (McDonough) of Quincy, died January 16, 2019.
Beloved wife of 53 years to David Dillon of Quincy. Loving mother of Bob Dillon and his wife Tricia of Dorchester and Brian Dillon of Dorchester. Cherished grandmother of James, Lauren and Avery Dillon all of Dorchester. Caring sister of Helen Hickey of Marshfield, Barbara Graham and her husband Gerry...
Beverly A. Koffink
Jan 16, 2019
Koffink, Beverly A. (Haas) of Braintree, passed away on January 16, 2019.
Beverly always enjoyed knitting, gardening, an avid Boston Red Sox Fan, and Past president of the South Shore Mother’s of Twins Club. A longtime parishioner of Saint Clare’s Church, she will be missed by all those that knew and loved her. Beverly worked for many years as a...
Christopher J. Quinlan
Jan 15, 2019
Christopher J. Quinlan, of Dorchester and formerly of Quincy, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Brighton. He was 61.
Born in Boston, he was raised in Roxbury and Dorchester and was the son of the late Bernard and Eleanor (Travaglia) Quinlan. Christopher attended local schools and...
June Reppucci
Jan 15, 2019
Reppucci, June (Luther) of Quincy, died January 15, 2019. She was 96.
In her early years, June loved to travel, especially to Hawaii and Bermuda. She was a great cook and talented stained glass artist. Many family members are blessed with having her artwork in their homes. June will be remembered as a quiet woman who was fiercely devoted to...
Elizabeth Ann “Betsey” Mercurio
Jan 15, 2019
Elizabeth Ann “Betsey” (Camacho) Mercurio of Quincy, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday afternoon, January 15, 2019, she was 65.
Born in Oak Bluffs, she was the daughter of the late Antone and Jane (Murphy) Camacho. Betsey was a 1971 graduate of Martha’s Vineyard High School, and earned her Bachelor’s Degree form Worcester State University. She enjoyed...
Frank “Paco” Casal
Jan 14, 2019
CASAL, Frank “Paco” of East Weymouth formerly of the North End of Boston, passed away on Monday January 14, 2019. He was a few weeks shy of his 93rd birthday.
Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Ida R. “Edie” Casal. Devoted father of Frank E. Casal of Duxbury, Robert Casal of Weymouth, Karen Spitz of Larchmont, NY, Eileen...
John F. Moran
Jan 13, 2019
John F. Moran of Braintree passed away peacefully at home at the age of 99 on January 13, 2019.
He was born in Medford and raised in Dorchester. He graduated from Mechanic Arts High School, Boston in 1937 and earned a Degree from Massachusetts Bay Community College, Boston in 1973. John proudly served in the United States Navy during World...
Alice E. Sullivan
Jan 12, 2019
Sullivan, Alice E. (Mealey) 90, of Plymouth, passed away January 12, 2019.
Alice was born in Dorchester and grew up in Weymouth. She was a kind and gentle woman who would do anything for anyone and she will be missed dearly by her family and friends.
Beloved wife of the late Robert E. “Sully” Sullivan. Loving mother of Robert E....
Mary E. Folan
Jan 11, 2019
Folan, Mary E. (Deschenes) of Quincy, died January 11, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.
The beloved wife of the late John F. Folan. Loving mother of Mark Folan and his wife Megan of Hanover, Ann (Folan) Servaes and her husband Donald of Braintree and Christopher Folan of Quincy. Sister of John Deschenes of Westwood and the late Norman Deschenes...
Nicola Nocera
Jan 10, 2019
Nocera, Nicola of Hull, died January 10, 2019.
Nicola adored his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed tending to his yard and garden, planting beautiful flowers and making his famous homemade sausages and tomato sauce. Every year he took great pleasure in hosting the 4th of July at his home with family & friends. For the last 15 years, he...
Christopher J. Drummond
Jan 10, 2019
Drummond, Christopher J. of Braintree, originally from Dorchester, passed away after a brief illness January 10, 2019.
Christopher was born in Boston, loving son to Ann (Kilroy) Drummond and the late Patrick Drummond. He was an avid Boston sports fan and cherished the time spent with his family. Christopher was a hardworking, kind hearted, selfless man who would do anything...
Francis C. “Fran” Lyons, Jr.
Jan 10, 2019
Francis C. “Fran” Lyons, Jr., of Hull and formerly of Newton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. He was 71.
Born in Boston, he was raised in Newton and was the son of the late Francis C. and Helen (Cushing) Lyons. He attended local schools and graduated from Newton High School...
Judith R. Lungo
Jan 9, 2019
Judith R. Lungo, of Mission, TX ,formerly of Hull died on January 9, 2019, she was 76. The beloved wife of Dave Beatty of TX. Loving mother of Pam Figueroa and her husband Ray of Morristown, NJ, Stephen Grey and his wife Maureen of Weymouth, Debra Sollowin and her husband Stephen of Weymouth, Greg Grey and his wife Cheryl of...
Doris A. Martin
Jan 9, 2019
Doris Martin of Hull, passed away at home on January 9th after a long illness.
Born July 25, 1950, Doris was raised in Wayland, MA. She graduated from Wayland High School in 1969. She moved to Hull in 1981, where she raised her family. Doris was a dedicated CNA at Norwell Knoll in Norwell for many years. Doris enjoyed cooking,...
Anne M. Packard
Jan 9, 2019
Anne Moriarty Packard, 95 years old, of Quincy, MA, formerly of Manchester, CT, passed away at home peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 9, 2019. Anne was the daughter of Thomas Moriarty and Catherine (Shea) Moriarty of County Kerry, Ireland. She grew up in Thompsonville, CT, and graduated in 1941 from Cathedral High School in Springfield, MA. Over...
Maryann E. Cannata
Jan 8, 2019
Cannata, Maryann E. (Cirino), 82, of Quincy, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.
Beloved wife of 35 years to the late Paul A. Cannata. Loving mother of Rosanne Coronella of Quincy, Lisa Differ of Quincy, Patricia Caulfield of Osterville, Dianne Cannata of Milton and the late Anthony (Tony) Milano. Cherished sister of John Cirino...
Fay M. Dresser
Jan 8, 2019
Dresser, Fay M. (Bishop) of Rockland, formerly of Weymouth, Abington and E. Bridgewater, passed away January 8, 2019 at age 74.
Fay was born in Boston to the late Charles and Anna Bishop. She grew up in Weymouth and attended South Weymouth High School and Lynn School of Nursing. For 43 years, Fay worked as a nurse at South Shore...
Joseph G. Sandahl Jr.
Jan 7, 2019
Sandahl, Joseph G., Jr. of East Weymouth, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 2019, after long illness.
Beloved husband of the late Margaret E. “Peg” Sandahl. Loving father of Jon E. Sandahl and his wife, Kristin, of Hanson, and Pamela Engstrom and her husband, Jonathan, of Halifax. Brother of Kenneth Sandahl and his wife, Carol, of...
John F. Nelson Jr.
Jan 7, 2019
Nelson, John F., Jr. long term resident of Weymouth, passed away January 7, 2019 after a long illness. He was 91.
He was born and raised in Dorchester, graduating from Boston English High School in 1944. He proudly enlisted in the Merchant Marines in support of WWII and returned to begin his career with Boston Edison. At the start of...