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John F. “Jack” Mccarthy
Oct 18, 2016
John “Jack” McCarthy died peacefully at home at the age of 95.
John is survived by his former wife Phyllis McCarthy, the mother of his children Elaine Moore and her husband Russell of Rockland, Allyson Keough and her husband George of Braintree and Lynne McCarthy and Brian Bennet of Braintree. Jack was predeceased by his former wife Claire Pelletier and...
Thomas P. Cleary
Oct 18, 2016
Thomas P. Cleary of Weymouth, originally from Dorchester, died at home at the age of 78 on October 18, 2016 with his family by his side.
Tom served in the U.S. Navy. After being honorably discharged, he learned the electrical trade and started his own business, Thomas P. Cleary Electric in Weymouth, which he ran for more than 45 years....
Colin Michael Hayes
Oct 18, 2016
Colin Michael Hayes was granted his angel wings October 18th 2016.
Colin has touched so many lives throughout his short, yet very memorable life. He had an infectious smile and laugh that was unforgettable to anyone who knew him. Colin enjoyed spending time with his loving family & friends and listening to music. Colin has exemplified the true spirit of...
Patricia M. Downes
Oct 17, 2016
Patricia M. (Cameron) Downes, 86, died peacefully on October 17, 2016 after a period of declining health. She was surrounded by family and caregivers during her passing.
Pat was a shining example of courage, love, perseverance, and faith throughout her life.
Born in Boston and raised in West Roxbury, she loved her time with her sister Anne and friends growing...
Mary Esther Bray
Oct 16, 2016
Bray, Mary Esther “Mimi” of Hull, died October 16, 2016.
Mary Esther graduated from Hingham High School in 1960 and later attended Chandler School for Women. She worked for United airlines as a flight attendant and American airlines for many years. Mary Esther will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
Beloved sister of John Bray and and his wife...
Mary Lyn Galvin
Oct 16, 2016
Mary Lyn Galvin of Hingham, died October 16, 2016. Mary graduated from Hingham High School Class of 1976. She enjoyed reading and taking motorcycle rides with family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
Devoted mother of Sean Galvin of Hingham. Cherished daughter of the late John and Mary (Caulfield) Galvin. Loving sister of John Galvin of Seattle, Lori...
Ann M. Brine
Oct 16, 2016
Brine, Ann M. (Goyea) of North Weymouth, passed away at home October 16, 2016.
Ann adored her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandson. She loved spending time with them and traveling all over the world, gardening, and visiting with friends. Ann worked at Boston Whaler as a buyer, where she met her husband Frank. She then went on...
Margaret Bonner
Oct 16, 2016
Bonner, Margaret (Ludkin) of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, died October 16, 2016, in the care of her loving family.
Margaret lived life to the fullest and was grateful for every one of her 107 years. Her passions were family and fashion. As a fashion buyer, she enjoyed the New York fashion markets, attended countless fashion shows, ballets, and the symphony. ...
Sean Christopher O’Connell
Oct 15, 2016
SSG Sean C. O’Connell of Rockland, died October 15, 2016.
Sean is a Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom 2003, Operation Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan 2010-2011, and 2014. He is a recipient of the Combat Action Badge and multiple commendations. A beloved son, brother, friend, soldier, and native of Rockland, MA. While he was currently serving on active duty with the Army Corps...
Donald R. Palumbo
Oct 15, 2016
Mr. Donald R. Palumbo of Hingham, passed away on October 15, 2016.
Donald was a employed by the MBTA as a mechanic for 23 years until his retirement in 1991. He was a member of the National Guard. Donald enjoyed boating, fishing, his Harley Davidson, he was a car enthusiast and enjoyed watching old movies.
Beloved father of Laura Palumbo...
Melvia S. “Mel” Sears
Oct 14, 2016
Sears, Melvia S. (Peckham) of Quincy, died October 14, 2016.
Melvia was a graduate of North Quincy High School class of 1939. She later continued on to get her college degree from Burdette College. Mrs. Sears worked as an executive secretary for 30 years at South Shore Mental Health Center before her retirement. Previously, she had worked for B.F....
Francis Edward Coughlin
Oct 14, 2016
Francis Edward Coughlin died Friday, October 14, 2016, of an extended illness.
Born June 2, 1942, his friends called him Frank and his family called him Eddie. Raised in St. Gregory’s parish in Dorchester, he moved to West Quincy in 1970 with his loving wife, the late Elizabeth (Reeves) Coughlin, where they raised their two daughters as active members...
Elizabeth J. Sweeney
Oct 14, 2016
Elizabeth J. “Betty” Sweeney, 88, of Hingham, died peacefully on Friday, October 14th. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard F. Sweeney, to whom she was happily married for 53 years. Betty was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dess Smith and the sister of the late Doris Woods. She is survived by her two sons,...
Gertrude Shea
Oct 14, 2016
Shea, Gertrude (Shea) of Medfield MA, joined the angels October 14, 2016.
Gertrude’s zest for life and wonderful sense of humor enriched the lives of all who knew her. Her pride in her Irish heritage was rooted in her youth growing up in Dorchester a part of a large loving family. Gertrude had an amazing sense of humor, a smile...
Jeremiah J. Toomey, Jr.
Oct 14, 2016
Jeremiah J., “Jerry” Toomey, Jr. of Hingham, passed away on October 14, 2016.
Jeremiah was a Marketing Executive for many years. He was a graduate of BC High School and Boston College.
Beloved son of Margaret (Brady) Toomey of Weymouth, and the late Jeremiah J. Toomey, Sr. Loving brother of Stephanie Toomey of Framingham, and Kathleen Myerson of Hopkinton. Uncle...
Robert J. Smith, Iii
Oct 13, 2016
Smith, Robert J., III “Hobbit” of Weymouth and Center Conway, NH, died suddenly on October 13, 2016 at the age of 26 after battling addiction for several years.
Robbie loved the outdoors, especially skiing, snowboarding and camping on the Saco River in NH. He enjoyed family gatherings and cherished spending time with his daughter Daisy Ann.
He was the loving...
Mildred E. Mcguinness
Oct 13, 2016
McGuinness, Mildred E. of Quincy, passed away on October 13, 2016.
She was an Operator for many years for AT & T then Verizon for many years and also a member of the Telephone Workers Union. Mildred was an avid Patriots and Ohio State Football Fan. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren at family gatherings. Mildred was...
Frances T. Bailey
Oct 12, 2016
Bailey, Frances T. (Morgan) of Braintree, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side, October 12, 2016.
She will be remembered by all who knew her as a loving caretaker of her friends and family. For over 25 years she worked at Milton Hospital where she was dedicated to being an integral part of the ER...
Gertrude A. Barry
Oct 12, 2016
Barry, Gertrude A. (Collins) of North Quincy, passed away October 12, 2016.
Beloved wife of 57 years to the late Joseph A. Barry and daughter of the late John and Mary Collins. Loving mother of Kevin J. Barry and his wife Faith of Deerfield, NH. Loving grandmother of Jonathan and Sara Barry, Caitlin and Jared McGouldrick and Maura and...
Dona Mt Lawson
Oct 11, 2016
Lawson, Dona MT (Barnes) of Hull, died October 11, 2016.
Dona worked as a CPA at Michael A. Taicher PC Office for over 20 years. She had a true passion for riding her Harley-Davidson Motorcycle. Dona enjoyed her times at the beach and especially enjoyed her travels to Key West. However, her main passion in life was her family,...
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