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James B. McGrath
Oct 25, 2024
James B. McGrath (OFD) of Weymouth, formerly of Dorchester and upstate New York, passed away on October 25, 2024 surrounded by his family. The beloved husband of 36 years to Barbara (Thackeray) McGrath. Son of the late John and Adelene (MacGowan) McGrath. Cherished brother of John McGrath and his wife Maureen of Abington, Thomas McGrath of Abington, Barbara Dever and...
Joseph O'Neill
Oct 25, 2024
Joseph O’Neill of Hyde Park, formerly of South Boston and Dorchester, died October 25, 2024 at the age of 68.
Joe was a hard working housepainter for many years and often listened to music as he worked. He enjoyed fishing and camping with family.
He was the father of James McGlone of Westport and his fiancee Erin Fennelly. Proud "Grampa Joe" to...
James P. O'Day
Oct 23, 2024
James P. "Doc" O'Day, aged 79, of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. Born on September 6, 1945, in Boston, MA, Jim was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who left a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Martha O'Day, a bond that stood as a testament...
Carmela "Mela" Marchione
Oct 23, 2024
Carmela “Mela” Marchione (Totino) of Hull passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
Carmela was born in Gioiosa Ionica, Reggio Calabria, Italy on November 20, 1937 to Francesco and Giuseppina Totino and was one of six siblings. Carmela married her husband Anthony Marchione (known to many as “Tony the Barber” from Station Street in...
Joyce Heapes
Oct 22, 2024
Joyce Petersen Heapes joined her loved ones in heaven on October 22, at the age of 92. She is predeceased by her parents, Ralph and Alice Petersen, her brother, Ralph Petersen, her twin sister, Joanne McCarron and her son-in-law, Michael (Mickey) Conneely.
She will always be loved by her children: Jeanne Conneely of Weymouth, John Heapes and his wife, Sue of...
Gary R. Shutter
Oct 22, 2024
Gary R. Shutter, born on May 22, 1950, in Camden, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, in Boston, Massachusetts. Gary's presence was a source of joy to all who knew him.
Gary was the beloved husband of Claudia A. Shutter (Kenney) with whom he shared a life full of love and companionship. He was an affectionate brother to...
Robert F. D'Amato
Oct 21, 2024
Robert F. D'Amato passed away suddenly on October 21 2024, at the age of 81
Robert embarked on a fulfilling career in mechanical engineering at Raytheon where his dedication and expertise laid the foundation for a life devoted to learning and sharing knowledge. After his retirement, he embraced a new chapter at Lowe's, where he delighted in assisting customers with their...
George Michael Downing
Oct 21, 2024
George Michael Downing of Quincy, formerly of the Bronx, NY passed away on October 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. George was a self-professed proud “BIC,” Bronx Irish Catholic. George’s journey began with humble roots, born to Irish immigrants, the late, Denis and Mary (Sullivan) Downing and raised in the Bronx. He proudly served as a Harvard University Police...
John M. Hoey
Oct 20, 2024
John M. Hoey, of Plymouth, a beloved figure in both his professional and personal life, died on October 20, 2024 at the age of 69. John spent over 35 years of his life as a field service manager for Phoenix Controls in Acton, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues and clients. His commitment to his work and his caring...
Carolyn M. Powell
Oct 19, 2024
Powell, Carolyn M. of Weymouth, passed away on October 19, 2024. She was 63.
She was predeceased by her parents, David and Jennie Powell and her sister, Elizabeth Cote.
Carolyn worked as a nurse for her entire career. She loved the beach, as evidenced by her year-round tan. She also enjoyed reading, playing cards, and watching lifetime movies.
Loving mother to Jenna Seip...
John E. DeCelle
Oct 19, 2024
DeCelle, John E. “Jack” of Quincy, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024.
Jack enjoyed his family, especially his grand and great grandchildren. He loved to taking daily walks around Quincy and surrounding towns. He enjoyed woodworking, collecting coins, reading, shooting, visiting town halls, and gardening. Jack was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving on the USS...
Valerie Berthe Melikian
Oct 18, 2024
Valerie was born in Chelsea, MA, on March 15, 1925 to Zarouhi (Sayegh) and Charles Barooshian. She was the eldest of 4 sisters, with one older brother. Her father was in the import/export business, and spent much of his time traveling overseas, and eventually brought his family to settle in Beirut, Lebanon. Valerie’s early education was spent in French and...
Philomena E. (Nardo) Fuda
Oct 18, 2024
Philomena E. (Nardo) Fuda, of Weymouth, passed away on October 18, 2024. She was 95.
Born in Cohasset, a daughter of the late Salvatore and Raffaella (Andracchio), Nardo, she has lived in Weymouth most of her life. Philomena was a Paraprofessional in the Weymouth Public Schools. As a devoted educator, she found joy in helping others and selflessly supported a visually...
James Martin Rattigan
Oct 18, 2024
James “Jimmy/Seamus” Martin Rattigan of Hingham, formerly of Yonkers, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2024. He was 79.
He was born in Ireland to William & Delia Rattigan and raised in Knockadoon, Irishtown, County Mayo, Ireland. When he was a young man, he moved to the U.S. and settled in the New York metropolitan area. He married Kathleen...
Dorothy A. Hooper
Oct 17, 2024
Hooper, Dorothy A. (Barilaro) of Weymouth, passed away on October 17, 2024. She was 84. Dorothy was an avid drawer and enjoyed being around people and animals. She was a hairdresser before working at Shaw’s Supermarket in the meat department for many years. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Beloved wife of 50 years to the late...
Carl Rodgers
Oct 17, 2024
Carl Rodgers of Quincy, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024. He was 68.
He was born in Boston to Marie (Senna) and Walter Rodgers and raised in Boston. When he was 10, the family moved to Brockton. Carl graduated from Brockton High School. He worked as a porter for Charles River Park for several years.
Carl was an unwavering Boston Sports...
Mary V. Sheehan
Oct 16, 2024
Mary V. (Lynch) Sheehan, of Weymouth, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 16, 2024. She was 93.
Beloved wife of the late Edward F. Sheehan.
Loving mother of Daniel C. Sheehan of Weymouth, Karen O’Brien and her husband, Dennis, of Mansfield, Kathleen Coyne and her husband, Thomas, of Walpole, Virginia Cushman and her husband, Douglas, of Riverview, Fl, and...
Joseph Rimovitz
Oct 15, 2024
JOSEPH RICHARD RIMOVITZ Passed away peacefully October 15, 2024 surrounded by his family members. He is survived by his devoted wife Christine, his daughters Christina Fennell and Lynn Caruso, his son William and his wife Margaret. Joe was the loving grandfather of Stephen, Kevin and the late Ashley Fennell, Mallory and Billy Rimovitz and Alivia Caruso. Great grandfather of Alana...
Jonathan Anthony Mello
Oct 14, 2024
Jonathan Anthony Mello, born on November 5, 1970 in Boston, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024 in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He leaves behind a vibrant legacy of love and joy that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him.
The son of Father Anthony Mello and Mother Beatrice (Murphy) Mello, Jonathan’s warmth and magnetic charm were...
James F. Dempsey
Oct 14, 2024
Dempsey, James F. of Quincy, died October 14, 2024.
James' life was centered around his loving family, especially his two cherished grandsons. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he developed a passion for hockey at an early age, playing as a youth, at Catholic Memorial High School, and later coaching at Quincy Youth Hockey, where he also served as a referee. Deeply community-minded,...
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