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Harry F. Messina
Jul 20, 2014
Messina, Harry F. of Quincy, died July 20, 2014 peacefully at home with his family.
Born in South Boston, Harry was a graduate of South Boston High School. He went on to play semi-pro football for the Chippewas. He worked as a General Foreman for the City of Boston. He was one of the original founders, a coach and...
Paul G. Mccloskey
Jul 19, 2014
McCloskey, Paul G. of Houghs Neck and Marathon, FL, died July 19, 2014 at the home he grew up in, surrounded by his loving family.
Paul found enjoyment in his life by spending time with his family and friends. The ocean also gave him great comfort and joy, whether he was boating, fishing, clamming, or just enjoying the scent...
Jeanette A. Crotty
Jul 18, 2014
Crotty, Jeanette A. (Hurt) of Milton, died suddenly July 18, 2014.
Jenny was born, raised, and educated in Manhattan. Jenny graduated from the Bellevue School of Nursing in NY where she met, and later married Matthew, her husband of 52 years. Jenny and Matt married in 1942 and soon after moved to Quincy, MA where they raised their family. Jenny...
Mary E. Fountaine
Jul 18, 2014
Fountaine, Mary E. (Skerry) of Quincy, died July 18, 2014. The beloved wife of the late Robert J. Fountaine. Loving mother of Lynne and Christopher Fountaine both of Quincy and the late Janice Charbonnier. Cherished sister of Rev. Donald Skerry, SVD of Duxbury, Joseph Skerry of Burlington, William Skerry of Florida, George Skerry of Maryland and the late Rev. James...
John E. Gallivan
Jul 17, 2014
Gallivan, John E. of Hingham, died July 17, 2014.
John’s life revolved around his loving family. He treasured the time with his wife, children and grandchildren. An avid reader he was a fan of Clancy and Patterson novels. He was a graduate of Archbishop Williams High School and Stonehill College. He was most proud of the restaurant, “The Dory”, in...
John L. Howley, Jr.
Jul 17, 2014
Howley, John L., Jr. of Weymouth, 99, died July 17, 2014.
John was born and raised in Quincy and had lived in Weymouth for over 65 years. John was very active at the Town River Yacht Club in Quincy where he was the oldest honorary lifetime member. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn (Grant) Loving father of John L. Howley,...
Josephine A. Shwairi
Jul 16, 2014
Shwairi, Josephine A. of Quincy, died July 16, 2014.
Daughter of the late Antoine Shwairi and Sarah (Attea) Shwairi. Beloved sister of Mary Bittar of San Diego, CA, Mona Ghobril of Lebanon, Chris Shuwairi of Dennisport, Joseph Shwairi of Boston, Elias Shwairi of Lebanon, Charbel “Bill” Shweiri of Quincy, Henry Shwairi Of Arizona, George Shweiri of Quincy, Reine Clark...
Gladys M. Picot
Jul 16, 2014
Gladys M (Mulligan) Picot, 82, died peacefully in the loving arms of her family on July 16, 2014 at her home in Quincy.
Gladys leaves behind her daughters Deborah Picot of Quincy, Denise Picot of Weymouth and Donna Picot of Quincy. She was the devoted grandmother of Glenn Picot and Donna Concannon. She is also survived by her sister Pat...
Lorraine B. Perrault
Jul 16, 2014
Perrault, Lorraine A. (Bond) of Weymouth, died peacefully at Hancock Park in Quincy on July 16, 2014.
Lorraine was born, raised, and educated in Fall River where she attended and graduated Dominican Academy. She and Albert D. Perrault married while he was in the Army during World War II and then they settled in S. Weymouth to raise a family....
Mary Anne Geyer
Jul 15, 2014
Geyer, Mary Anne (Cook) of Weymouth, died July 15, 2014.
Mary Anne had a passion for cooking and gardening. She devoted her life to her family.
Beloved wife of 51 years to George Geyer of Weymouth. Loving mother of Anne Geyer and Kathleen Stewart both of Weymouth. Sister of David Cook and Stephen Cook both of CA, and Donna Marsh...
Steven J. Mullen
Jul 14, 2014
Mullen, Steven J. of Quincy, died July 14, 2014.
Endlessly proud of his time with the U.S. Navy, Steven was a dedicated patriot. Loved by many for his unbridled generosity and outgoing personality, Steven made friends wherever he went. A devoted son, he cared for his elderly parents throughout the course of their illnesses, rarely leaving the bedside. Upon falling...
Fredrick Louis Bennett
Jul 14, 2014
Bennett, Frederick Louis of Hingham, died July 14, 2014.
Beloved husband of Jane (McInnis) Bennett of Hingham. Loving father of Frederick “Rick” Colby Bennett and his wife Ellen of Plymouth, Bonnie B. Bennett of Braintree and Tracey P. Bennett and Mike Straz of Maine. Brother of Clarence “Rusty” Bennett of Maine. Cherished grandfather of Taylor and Sarah Bennett both...
Joan C. Ranahan
Jul 14, 2014
Ranahan, Joan C. (Bertoli) of Quincy, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family July 14, 2014.
Joan was always very warm and friendly to those around her. She loved her family and her dog, Ms. Kelly.
Beloved wife of 55 years of John “Tom” Ranahan of North Quincy. Loving mother of Brian Ranahan and his wife Joan of...
Dominick A. Carlozzi
Jul 13, 2014
Carlozzi, Dominick A. of Braintree entered into rest peacefully on July 13, 2014 at South Shore Nursing and Rehab in Rockland.
Dominick was born, raised, and educated in Braintree. He worked for A&P supermarket in Cohasset for many years and, while in the Army during WWII, was a POW and received a Purple Heart for his service. Dominick was an...
Jeffrey R. Pinkham
Jul 13, 2014
Pinkham, Jeffrey R. of Quincy, died July 13, 2014.
Loving father of Jamie Pinkham and Fabrizio Narda of Hull. Beloved son of Norma (Pari) Pinkham and the late James W. Pinkham. Devoted brother of James “Craig” Pinkham and his wife Anne of Norwell, Debra Pinkham of Quincy and Doreen Cook of Quincy. Cherished Papa of Gisella and Cruz Narda. ...
Elizabeth A. Caron
Jul 12, 2014
Elizabeth A. (Sheehan) “Betty” Caron of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, died July 12, 2014 at the age of 88.
Betty was an active member of the St. Francis Xavier Church Choir. For many years, she worked as a home health aid. She was an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed bowling with her siblings and in laws. In retirement, Betty...
Barbara Mcpherson
Jul 10, 2014
McPherson, Barbara (Williams) of Hanover, formerly of Brockton, died July 10, 2014.
Barbara worked as a social worker for the Quincy Housing Authority for many years and was also a board member of the South Shore Elders Services. She was always very gentle, caring, and considerate. Barbara enjoyed the simple things in life, whether it be enjoying the sights...
Roger J. Hunter
Jul 9, 2014
Hunter, Roger J. “Buddy” of Hingham, died July 9, 2014.
Buddy proudly served his country as a sergeant with the United States Marines during the Korean Conflict. He was always a patriotic man and loved his country. He enjoyed reading the paper, going to the beach, and watching college football on Saturdays. His number one passion in life, however,...
Eileen L. Riley-Boudreau
Jul 9, 2014
Eileen L. (Keaney) Riley-Boudreau, 67 of Weymouth died July 9, 2014 at South Shore Hospital.
Beloved wife of the late Walter H. Boudreau. Daughter of the late Helen (Devine) and Michael Keaney. Loving mother of Lisa Riley and her fiancée David Marquardt of Bridgewater, Laura DeShiro and William Riley of Weymouth. Cherished Grandmother of Amy, Jon and Taylor Marquardt,...
Eileen L. Riley-Boudreau
Jul 9, 2014
Riley-Boudreau, Eileen L. (Keaney) of Weymouth, died July 9, 2014.
Daughter of the late Helen (Devine) and Michael Keaney. Beloved husband of the late Walter H. Boudreau. Loving mother of Lisa Riley and her husband David Marquardt of Bridgewater, Laura (Riley) DeShiro of Weymouth and William Riley of Weymouth. Cherished grandmother of Amy, Jon, Taylor, Michaela and Jessica. Dear sister...
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