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Shirley E. Mason
Jan 28, 2017
Shirley E. (Maxwell) Mason of Taunton, died January 28, 2017.
Shirley lived in Dorchester for many years before retiring to Brooksville, Florida with her husband. She enjoyed traveling the country, line dancing and ceramics. After her husband’s passing Shirley’s travel expanded to foreign countries including Australia, China and the UK. She will be dearly missed.
Beloved wife of the...
Michael F. Jacobson
Jan 27, 2017
Jacobson, Michael F. of Middleboro, died January 27, 2017.
Mike was born and raised in Quincy, had raised his own family in Braintree and later became a resident of Middleboro. Mike was a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran. Working for many years as a member of the Local 25 Teamsters Union, Mike continued working part time in retirement locally serving...
Richard F. “Rick” Hammond
Jan 27, 2017
Richard F. “Rick” Hammond of Weymouth, died unexpectedly, January 27, 2017. He was 65.
Rick was a hardworking man, a carpenter by trade, for over 40 years. He was a member of the Weymouth Elks. Rick could often be found playing golf. He will be remembered for his devotion to his family, quiet and witty nature and heart of gold. ...
Joseph A. Mazzarella
Jan 27, 2017
Joseph A Mazzarella. of North Quincy, died January 27, 2017. The beloved husband of 55 years to Arlene ( Vessey) Mazzarella. Loving father of Joseph Mazzarella and his wife Jane of Milton and the late Michael J. Mazzarella and his wife Ann Mazzarella of North Weymouth. Cherished grandfather of Christina Lonergan and her husband Casey, Michael Mazzarella and his fiance...
Frederick R. Quigg
Jan 26, 2017
Quigg, Frederick R. of Weymouth, died January 26, 2017. Fred grew up in Weymouth and served as a proud Army Veteran during Vietnam. Later, Fred had a 17-year career on the Weymouth Fire Department. Fred was a friend to many and had an interest in sports and mechanics.
Beloved son of the late William A. Quigg and the late...
Donald R. Wilson
Jan 26, 2017
Wilson, Donald R. “Fuzzy” of Weymouth, passed away January 26, 2017.
Don was a graduate of Boston University. His family was the cornerstone of his life, especially being a “Papa”. He loved to travel to Cancun and spend quality time with his granddaughter, Jenna. Don loved to host parties and family gatherings, particularly themed parties. They were all about...
Santina Russo
Jan 26, 2017
Santina Russo, 95, a long time resident of Quincy, but had moved to Mendon 1 year ago ago. Tina peacefully died at home surrounded by family on January 26, 2017.
She was the daughter of Norcento and Loretta (Talgeiri) Ambrosino. Predeceased by her husband Charles Russo. She leaves behind her brother Rocco Ambrosino and is predeceased by brothers, Anthony,...
Frank A. Gendreau
Jan 26, 2017
Gendreau, Frank A. of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, died January 26, 2017.
Frank was a dedicated family man, extremely loyal friend and inspirational boss. He was happiest surrounded by his family, especially his grandchildren & new great-grandson, who had dubbed him “Super G”. He was proud of his Dorchester & Boston roots (having graduated from Commerce High School) and...
Bridget Mary (O’Sullivan) Norris
Jan 24, 2017
NORRIS, Bridget Mary (O’Sullivan) known to her family and friends as “Delia”, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2017 at the age of 96 at her home in Hingham, where she resided with her daughter and son in law for the past 24 years. She passed in the company of her 4 loving children.
Daughter of the late Cornelius and...
John J. O’Neill
Jan 23, 2017
Mr. John J. O’Neill, of Weymouth, formerly of Braintree, passed away on the morning of January 23, 2017. He was 59.
John was a union carpenter for Local # 67 for 35 years. He was a hard working man who provided for his family. He enjoyed watching all New England Sports especially Sunday football. John loved cooking on the grill...
Gerard V. Guarnotta
Jan 23, 2017
Guarnotta, Gerard V. of Quincy, formerly South Boston, entered into rest January 23, 2017.
Gerard adored his family and loved spending time with them. He also loved sports, especially football. He played during his time at South Boston High School. He worked as a manager at the Randolph Lobster House. He was a devout Catholic and his faith was...
Priscilla L. Fields (Folmsbee)
Jan 22, 2017
Fields, Priscilla L. (Folmsbee) of Sandwich, formerly of Brockton and Quincy, on January 22, 2017.
Daughter of the late Floyd J. and Julia I. (Judy) Folmsbee of Quincy and Hingham. Loving mother of Justine Fields-Dion of Hingham, Sheila Reitano (Fields) and her husband Paul of Hampton, NH, and David L. Fields of Brockton. Devoted “Grams” of Rachel Schmidt of Rochester,...
James E. Durant
Jan 22, 2017
James E. Durant of North Weymouth, died January 22, 2017. He was 89.
Jim was born and raised in Weymouth MA and attended Weymouth public schools. After high school graduation in 1945 Jim enlisted in the Army Air Corps where he served proudly until 1949. After his discharge from the military Jim returned back to Weymouth and started a career...
Maureen A. Barry
Jan 22, 2017
Barry, Maureen A. of Quincy, formerly Dorchester, died January 22, 2017.
Maureen adored her family and spending time with them. She loved football and never missed a Patriots game on TV. She was also a devout Catholic and her faith was very important to her. Maureen worked at New England Telephone for 43 years as a group chief operator...
John E. Burke Sr.
Jan 21, 2017
Mr. John E. Burke, Sr. of Hull, died January 21, 2017. He was 80.
John was a proud 26 year Police Officer with the Town of Brookline until his retirement in 1988. He also proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. John always enjoyed spending countless hours surrounded by his loving family. He will be dearly missed by all...
Dorothy A. Lavender
Jan 21, 2017
Dorothy A. Lavender (Petrilli) of Weymouth, died January 21, 2017 at the age of 83.
Dorothy grew up in Quincy. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends at her cottage in NH. She also enjoyed sewing, crocheting and knitting.
Wife of the late Gordon H. Lavender, Jr. Mother of James Lavender of Taunton and the late Lee-Ann Merchant. Grandmother...
Bruce R. Oneto
Jan 20, 2017
Oneto, Bruce R. of Quincy, formerly of N. Weymouth, died January 20, 2017.
Bruce was a very simple and gentle man. He adored his family, especially his grandchildren who he loved unconditionally. His greatest passion was fishing and maintaining his fish tanks. He also enjoyed coin collecting, watching the Red Sox, Bruins and Pats while sitting by his fireplace....
Patricia J. Wallace
Jan 20, 2017
Patricia J. Wallace (Brennan) of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, died January 20, 2017 at the age of 71.
Patricia’s greatest joy was spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren, whom she adored.
She was the loving mother of Michelle Woods and husband Pete of Madison, CT and William Wallace and wife Stacy of Hanover. Sister of Michelle Brennan...
Patrick M. Williams
Jan 19, 2017
Williams, Patrick M. of Dorchester, died January 19, 2017.
Patrick enjoyed spending time with people he loved the most, especially his family and friends. He was so proud of his mother who arrived from Ireland to start a new life with her children. Patrick also shared a special relationship with his sister Colleen and they had many wonderful times...
Jean F. Donahue
Jan 19, 2017
Jean F. Donahue, of Hingham, died January 19, 2017.
The beloved wife of 57 years to William G. Donahue of Hingham, who predeceased her in December 2015. Cherished mother of William T. Donahue (Brenda) of Greenport, N.Y., Catherine E. Trueman (Wes Richardson) of Rockland, ME, Brian P. Donahue (Kristin) of Carver, Sean M. Donahue (Victoria) of Rockland, Mass. and the...
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