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Paul O’Brien

Paul O’Brien

Feb 9, 2016

O’Brien, Paul F. of Hingham, formerly of Abington and Dorchester, died February 9, 2016. 

Paul adored his family, especially his beloved wife of over 60 years, Helen. Being married to her was his greatest joy in life and they were inseparable. His devotion was remarkable. He had a strong work ethic and always put others before himself. In his...

James H. Ploof

James H. Ploof

Feb 8, 2016

On the evening of February 8, 2015, James Harold Ploof, of Weymouth, passed suddenly at the age of 57.

James Ploof was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. Son of the late Dorothy Fitzpatrick and Harold Ploof. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen P. Cady-Ploof.  Loving father to Bridget Ploof of Quincy, Kyle Ploof of Los Angeles, CA, Lyle Braaten...

Cynthia “Cindie” Berardi

Cynthia “Cindie” Berardi

Feb 8, 2016

Cynthia “Cindie” Berardi of East Bridgewater, formerly Dorchester, died February 8, 2016 at the age of 60.

Cindie was the devoted mother of Deirdre Coll and her husband Danny (Sandy, Ut), Rori, Nicole, Laci, and Gizzy Berardi (East Bridgewater). Adoring Nana to Aidan.  Beloved daughter of Frances and Harry Ralston (CA) and the late Domenic Berardi (Winthrop). Loving sister of...

Martha M. Brown

Martha M. Brown

Feb 8, 2016

Brown, Martha M. (Stevenson) of Weymouth, formerly of Roxbury and Dorchester, died February 8, 2016.

Beloved wife of the late Frank C. Brown. Loving mother of Frank C. Brown, Jr and his wife Maureen of Pembroke, Jody Cammarata and her husband Michael of Revere, Michael Brown and his wife Maryellyn of Hyde Park, Paul Brown and his wife Ann of...

Pearl G. Nichols

Pearl G. Nichols

Feb 8, 2016

Nichols, Pearl G. (Fisher) of Pembroke, died February 8, 2016.

Born and raised in Weymouth, Pearl also lived in Pembroke for 40 years. Pearl worked for many years as an inspector in a machine shop; Massa Products in Hingham. For a number of years, Pearl was active with the Weymouth Boy Scouts. Pearl loved anything to do with cats and...

Wilfred A. Sevigny, Jr.

Wilfred A. Sevigny, Jr.

Feb 7, 2016

Wilfred A., Jr. Sevigny, of Weymouth, died February 7, 2016. Born in Quincy, May 4, 1923.

Graduated from Weymouth High in 1941. Enlisted in the Navy in 1942 and served as a metal smith aboard the USS Boise, Wiseman, Samuel Chase and Mauri as a Petty Officer 1st Class. He graduated from Burdette College. He was an audit manager for...

Michael E. Goldsmith

Michael E. Goldsmith

Feb 6, 2016

Goldsmith, Michael Edwin, age 73 of Hingham, formerly of Easton, passed away peacefully at the Pat Roche Hospice House in Hingham on February 6, 2016 after a lengthy two decade battle with Parkinson’s disease.  

Husband, father, grandfather, colleague, teacher, mentor, and friend.  Beloved husband of 50 years of Suzanne (Lowndes).  Loving father and grandfather of Kathleen Griffin and her...

Diane Doherty

Diane Doherty

Feb 6, 2016

Diane (Ruff) Doherty of Weymouth, died February 6, 2016.

Diane always enjoyed going shopping. The cornerstone of her life was spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing her. Beloved wife of Joseph M. Doherty. Loving mother of Theresa Doherty of Weymouth, Michael Doherty and his...

Janet Bennett

Janet Bennett

Feb 5, 2016

Bennett, Janet of Hull, died February 5, 2016. 

Janet adored her family, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed shopping and spending time with them. She had a strong work ethic and was dedicated to her career. She had been Hull’s town clerk since 1980. She assisted her predecessor, Jack Darcy, for 12 years before being elected to the post. In...

Janet L. Dunkum

Janet L. Dunkum

Feb 5, 2016

Janet L. (D’Ambrosia) Dunkum, of Weymouth, died February 5, 2016.

Born in Weymouth, Janet was raised and educated in Quincy before moving back to Weymouth where  she has lived since 1958. She was a CCD teacher for many years at both Saint John’s in Quincy and Saint Francis Xavier Church in Weymouth and was also a Girl Scout leader. Janet...

Bartolo “Buddy” Panto

Bartolo “Buddy” Panto

Feb 5, 2016

Panto, Bartolo “Buddy” of Quincy, died peacefully, surrounded by his family February 5, 2016 following a 6 month battle with pancreatic cancer. 

Buddy retired from AA Wills where he worked for many years as a Heavy Equipment Operator and was a proud member of Local 4 for 50 years.  Buddy enjoyed gardening, puzzles and was an avid Boston sports...

Anne E. (Doyle) George

Anne E. (Doyle) George

Feb 5, 2016

Anne Elizabeth (Doyle) George, 89, passed on February, 5, 2016,  after a brief illness.

She was the daughter of David and Mary (Cummings) Doyle and the widow of Walter Sterling George. They were married for 49 years. She grew up and attended school in Quincy, moving to North Weymouth in 1958.  She moved to North Weymouth in 1958.  She is...

Joseph L. Metivier

Joseph L. Metivier

Feb 4, 2016

Metivier, Joseph L. of Hingham, died February 4, 2016. 

Joseph Lionel Metivier, was born in Brunswick, ME with a family heritage from Quebec, Canada.  He was admitted to Maine Maritime Academy during his junior year in high school and graduated with a Marine engineering degree.  Upon graduation he was employed by American Transport Lines and served in the Naval...

Olive E. Fuller

Olive E. Fuller

Feb 4, 2016

Fuller, Olive E. (McDonald) “Olivia” of Wollaston, age 95, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2016. 

Beloved wife of the late Frederick G. Fuller.  Loving mother of Susan Felins and her husband Bill of Quincy, and Nancy Fuller and her husband John Micek of Norwell. Sister of the late Margaret McGrath, Alice McDonald, Evelyn Quirk, Neil McDonald, and Donald...

William G. Carey

William G. Carey

Feb 4, 2016

Carey, William G. “Billy” of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, died peacefully, at his parents home after a courageous battle with cancer, on February 4, 2016.

Billy, above all else adored his daughters Meghan and Isabella, as well as his entire family.  He was always interested in other people and could carry a conversation with all age groups.  He was particularly...

Louis F. Giacchetti

Louis F. Giacchetti

Feb 4, 2016

Hingham – Louis F. Giacchetti, 78, passed away Thursday February 4, 2016. Following a brief illness.

He leaves his beloved wife of 55 years, Barbara (Hannifin) Giacchetti of Hingham. Loving father of Michael Giacchetti and his wife Susan of Hingham and Vincent Giacchetti and his companion Theresa D’Alessandro of Hanover. He was a devoted papa to Jennifer LaRosa and her...

Joan Beaudoin Marks

Joan Beaudoin Marks

Feb 4, 2016

Joan Beaudoin Marks (Rieker) of Weymouth, died February 4, 2016 at the age of 94.

Joan was an active parishioner of St. Jerome’s Church in Weymouth for over 90 years and was a longtime member of the St. Jerome’s Women’s Guild Bowling League.

Beloved wife of the late G. Lowell Marks and the late Gerard L. “Buster” Beaudoin. Loving mother...

Ruth M. Newell

Ruth M. Newell

Feb 3, 2016

Newell, Ruth M. (Walker) of Hingham, died February 3, 2016. 

Ruth was born in Cambridge and raised in Watertown.  After marrying the love of her life, Warren Newell, Ruth and Warren moved to West Acton, MA where they raised their family and opened a variety store “The News Shop” and were proud owners for 25 years.  Following their retirement...

Peter B. Hargadon

Peter B. Hargadon

Feb 3, 2016

Peter B. Hargadon of Weymouth, Hingham, and Naples, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, February 3, 2016.

Peter was born on Flag day, June 14, 1929, which was fitting because he was very patriotic.  Son of the late Peter J. and Nancy (Delaney) Hargadon.  Beloved husband of 45 years to the late Ellen (Howard) Hargadon.  Loving father...

Peter H. Tolman

Peter H. Tolman

Feb 2, 2016

Peter Hobart Tolman, 90, of Cohasset, passed away on February 2, 2016. He was born in Ossining, New York and grew up in Hingham, and later lived in Milton, NH, Scituate and for many years in Cohasset. Peter proudly shared stories of his service as a Staff Sergeant in World War II, stationed in Belgium.  Upon returning to Hingham after...

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