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Edmund J. Cotter
Jan 30, 2025
Cotter, Edmund J. of Quincy passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025 surrounded by his family.
Beloved husband of Kathryn Cotter for 75 wonderful years. Loving father of Kathleen Horigan and her late husband Thomas of Scituate, Maureen Zeoli and her late husband Raymond of Bridgewater, Kevin Cotter and his fiancé Colleen Burgess of Cohasset.
Proud son of Thomas and Catherine Cotter....
Francesco S. Lagrotteria
Jan 30, 2025
Francesco S. "Skip" Lagrotteria of Rockland, and a former longtime resident of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025, after he fought a long and courageous battle at Tufts Medical Center. Born on October 20, 1964, Skip's unwavering commitment to his loved ones defined his 60 years. Throughout all of the highs and lows of Skip’s life, you would...
John Dixon Weafer
Jan 29, 2025
John Dixon Weafer, age 71 of Weymouth, MA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 29th in his home after a long battle with cancer. He was born to the late John and Catherine Weafer. John is survived by his wife Donna Marie Weafer (Murphy) of Weymouth and son Timothy Ryan Murphy of Dorchester who were by his side in his...
Carole A. Kelley
Jan 29, 2025
Carole A. Kelley, aged 83, longtime resident of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025.
Carole was the beloved wife of the late Thomas P. Kelley. She was a cherished sister to Edward L. Jackson and the late Suellen of Sanford, NC, Thomas Jackson and Lynne of Kingsport, VA, and Noreen Dawson and Russell of Key Largo, FL. Carole will...
Karen Brooks
Jan 28, 2025
Karen Brooks, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, at the age of 75 in Weymouth, MA. She was born on July 20, 1949, in Bath, ME. Karen's journey began as the cherished daughter of Marney and Stanley Woods, who predeceased her. She grew up in Bath and was a proud graduate of Morse High School. Karen carried her passion...
John M. Gillis
Jan 28, 2025
John Malcolm Gillis
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, and Friend.
John Malcolm Gillis, affectionately known as “Giilie” or “Mal,” passed away peacefully on January 28. 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. He was the devoted husband of the late Irene G. Gillis (Hughes), and the son of the late John A. Gillis and Catherine McMasters Gillis.
John was...
Elizabeth A. McNally
Jan 28, 2025
McNally, Elizabeth A. (McLaughlin) “Betty” of Quincy, entered into Eternal Life January 28 2025.
Betty was a charming, energetic and caring wife and mother whose life revolved around her faith, family and friends.
Beloved wife of the late Francis J. McNally. Cherished mother of Michael McNally and his wife Claire and the late Brian McNally and his surviving wife Nancy. Loving sister...
Helen Mary Evans
Jan 27, 2025
Our dear mother, Helen Rull Evans, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, just three days short of her 97th birthday. Helen was born and raised in her beloved South Boston, the daughter of the late John E. and Sarah T. Rull.
During the height of World War II, at just 17 years old, Helen worked as a solderer after school....
Wanda W. Putnam
Jan 27, 2025
Wanda W. Putnam, born on August 20, 1941, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, in Hingham, Massachusetts. A cherished family member and a beloved friend to many, Wanda's life was marked by her vibrant spirit and her unwavering dedication to those she loved.
Wanda is survived by her siblings, Sharon Khaw and Janette Rowsell of Massachusetts, and...
Michael Morganelli
Jan 26, 2025
A bright, shining light went out in this world on January 26, 2025 as Michael (Mikey) Morganelli, of Weymouth, went home to be with the Lord.Mikey loved Jesus and knew his Bible backward and forward and inside out. He told everyone he could about the saving grace of Jesus, because he had experienced it. Jesus died for Mikey, and Mikey...
Kathleen R. Fitton
Jan 26, 2025
Kathleen R. Fitton, a cherished and nurturing presence to all who knew her, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 90 in Quincy, Massachusetts. Born on April 9, 1934, in Boston, she was the beloved daughter of the late Michael A. Shea and Katherine (Kearney) Shea. Kathleen's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to family and...
Paul A. Dillon
Jan 25, 2025
Paul Andrew Dillon of East Boston, died peacefully at home on Saturday, January 25, 2025. He was 57 years old.
Paul was born in Boston and raised in Hingham. He attended St. Paul school, and Quincy Vocational Technical High School, where he studied Plumbing, graduating with the class of 1985.
Paul served his country in the Marines. Graduating Parris Island in 1987....
Edmund Constantine Rybicki
Jan 25, 2025
Edmund Constantine Rybicki, 101, of Hull, MA, passed away peacefully with his daughter at his side on January 25, 2025.
Edmund was born in 1923 to Antoni and Aniela (Kula) Rybicki, immigrants from Poland. He was the 5th child of 8 born to the family. He was raised in Manchester, NH and graduated from high school there. At too young an...
Ellen A. Butler
Jan 24, 2025
Ellen Ann (Regan) Butler“Mrs. Butler” of Weymouth, formerly of Somerville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 24, 2025. She was 78.
Born in Medford, Ellen was the daughter of the late William A. and Catherine (Walsh) Regan. She lived in Somerville for many years before settling in Weymouth. Known affectionately as "Mrs. Butler," she dedicated...
Dianna "Dee" Hillyer
Jan 23, 2025
Dianna Frances Hillyer, age 80, died peacefully January 23, 2025 surrounded by loving family. Dee was born in Miami, FL and spent her life in Weymouth, MA.
Beloved daughter of the deceased Clifford and Doris Hillyer of Weymouth and brother Clifford. She is survived by sister-in-law Barbara Hillyer of Estero, FL., brother Vincent and his wife Jackie of Abington, her Aunt...
Judith E. Gardiner
Jan 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith “Judy” E. Gardiner, 78, of Lake Placid, Fla., formerly of Weymouth, MA., who passed away peacefully at home on January 21, 2025 after succumbing to her terminal disease of Primary Progressive Aphasia and Frontal Temporal Dementia, surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born on February 25, 1946, and...
David G. "Whitey" Robison
Jan 21, 2025
David "Whitey" Robison, a cherished father, grandfather, and beloved member of the Weymouth community, passed away surrounded by love and laughter, just as he lived his life, on January 21, 2025. He was 84.
Born and raised in Dorchester, he was the son of Charles and Mary (Caffrey) Robison. Whitey spent over 50 years making Weymouth a brighter place with his...
Steven J. Mulvaney
Jan 20, 2025
Steven J. Mulvaney, 70, passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2025 following a brief illness.
He is survived by his two children, Allison Mulvaney of Hingham, MA, and Scott (Michelle) Mulvaney of Fort Lauderdale, FL, as well as his four grandchildren; Simon, Calvin, Ace, and Maple. He also is survived by his sister, Susan Mulvaney of Providence, RI, and his brother,...
Robyn L. Davis
Jan 20, 2025
Robyn L. Davis, of Weymouth, passed away after a short illness on January 20, 2025.
Robyn L. Davis, a cherished soul known for her loving nature, kindness, and creative spirit, passed away surrounded by those who adored her. A lifelong resident of Weymouth, Robyn's journey began and flourished in the town she called home. Her early years were marked by her...
Allen L. Lorenz
Jan 20, 2025
Allen Lee Lorenz, age 74, passed unexpectedly on the evening of January 20th.
He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Joan, and his daughters Nicole and Rachel. Son in law Paul and grandchildren Ashley, Tyler and Andrew are also missing him. He is predeceased by his grandson Nate.
He was a good man. Kind, curious, generous and determined. He...
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