Obituaries

Aug 12, 2022

Dawn M. (Cobe) Bryant, of Weymouth, passed away on August 12, 2022.  

Dawn worked for many years as a bank teller for East Weymouth Savings Bank. She enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley and her son Craig affirms that she always made a killer Apple Pie. She will be deeply missed by all those that knew and loved her. 

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Aug 11, 2022

Lewis, Chesley Lawrence, age 89, a longtime Quincy resident passed away on August 11, 2022.

Chesley grew up in Quincy, graduated from North Quincy High School and attended Suffolk University. He enlisted in the United States Navy, serving during the Korean War. After completing his active duty, Chesley enlisted in the United States Naval Air Reserves, where he continued to...

Aug 11, 2022

Barbara Ann (Sweeney) Valente, a long-time Hingham resident, and proud former resident of Hull and Dorchester, died peacefully on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Sunrise of Cohasset. She was 82.

Born in Boston on August 31, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Charles C. and Sallie V. (Harris) Sweeney. Barbara was raised in Dorchester, attended local schools, and...

Aug 11, 2022

Barbara Susann Lahage, age of 83, of Hingham, died on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. Barbara was the daughter of the late Henry Thomas and Mary Rita (Crossen) Lahage. Henry was the president of Abe Lahage, Inc., the Lahage family business and Mary was a registered nurse. Barbara is survived by many cousins and...

Aug 11, 2022

Michael J. Southerland of El Dorado Hills, CA, formerly of Hull, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 11, 2022.  He was 55.

He was born in Quincy to Suzanne (Pucci) White and John Southerland and raised in Hull.  As a kid, Mike started work early and had a paper route with the Patriot Ledger.  He attended Hull High School and...

Aug 10, 2022

Ray Thomas “Tom” Granai, 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher and coach died peacefully on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at Linden Ponds in Hingham.

He was born in Quincy, MA on May 1, 1940, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Renato “Ray” Granai of Weymouth, MA. After graduating from Weymouth High School in 1958 Tom attended Harvard University, majoring in...

Aug 9, 2022

Karen A. Clifford, of Quincy, formerly of Mission Hill, Boston, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. She was 67.

Born in Boston on September 29, 1954, she was raised in Mission Hill and graduated from Mission Church High School. 

Cherished daughter of Ann G. (Wildes) Clifford and the late John J....

Aug 8, 2022

Daley, Daniel M. of Attleboro, died August 8, 2022. He was 81 years old. Daniel was born in Boston to the late John and Anna (Mitchell) Daley. He was a graduate of Quincy High School. Dan enjoyed the time he spent with his nieces, nephews and their families, including Pamela D. Whelton and her husband Bill of Norwell, Peter J....

Aug 8, 2022

Steven M. Hawkes of Weymouth, died August 8, 2022 at the age of 63. 

Steve owned his own flooring business for many years and was featured in Better Homes and Gardens for his craftsmanship. He was a great cook (meatballs were his specialty) and he enjoyed grilling. He was also a fan of Elvis.

He was the beloved husband...

Aug 7, 2022

Catherine Elizabeth Stewart (Rudder) of Hanover entered into eternal rest on August 7, 2022.

Catherine was the daughter of William Rudder and the late Mary E. Rudder of Hanover. Catherine leaves behind her beloved husband of 52 years,  John Stewart of Hanover; her devoted sons, Joseph Stewart of Hanover and  William Stewart of Weymouth; her cherished grandson, Domenic of Weymouth,...

Aug 7, 2022

Natalia J. Jara of Weymouth passed away on August 7, 2022.

Beloved daughter of Jessica Jara and loving sister of Valeria Jara, both of Weymouth. Adored grandaughter of Gabriela Alquinta and Jorge Paterno of Quincy, as well as the late Ignacio Jara. Cherished niece of Jacqueline and Manuel Morales of Quincy, Jonathan and Ellyn Jara of Quincy, and Kevin and...

Aug 6, 2022

Aug 6, 2022

Frances A. “Faye” (Lynch) Downey, of Quincy, formerly of Braintree, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 6, 2022. She was 69.

Born in Salem on April 14, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Francis V. and Ruth (Mahoney) Lynch. Faye was raised in Braintree, attended local schools and graduated from Braintree High School with the Class of 1971.

Faye...

Aug 5, 2022

Paul F. Collins, 95, of Hingham died at Linden Ponds Senior Living Community on August 5, 2022.

Born in New York City to parents John P. Collins and Estelle Levitre Collins, Mr. Collins and his wife Mary Campbell Collins spent many happy years in Bethesda, MD. Paul and Mary also spent many summers in his family hometown, Newport RI. They...

Aug 4, 2022

Mary M. (Naughton) Hunter of Quincy, passed away at home on August 4, 2022 with her family by her side. Mary was born and raised in Savin Hill before settling in Quincy with her family. She graduated from Cathedral High School in the South End of Boston and Wyndham Secretarial and Finishing School. Mary worked as a private secretary to...

Aug 3, 2022

Callahan, Marjorie M. (Keenan) of Braintree, passed away on August 3, 2022.   

Born in Brighton, a daughter of the late Frederick and Julia (Fahey) Keenan, Marjorie was a resident of Braintree for many years. Beloved wife of the late William J. Callahan. Loving mother of Karen L. Stacey and her husband, Bob, of Hull, Joan S. Nevins and her...

Aug 3, 2022

Marguerite (Brady) Kelly passed away on August 3rd, 2022 at the age of 92 after a brief illness. Peg was lively and alert up until a few short weeks before her passing. Her smile and laughter will continue to provide a legacy for all who loved her. She never missed a chance to say “I love you.” Peg spent a...

Aug 2, 2022

Dorothy E. (Frongello) Bereszniewicz a longtime resident of Quincy passed away on August 2, 2022 at the age of 93. Born in Cambridge to Ernest and Mary (Purificato) Frongello she was one of 9 children. She graduated from Girls High School in the South End in 1946 and went to work for Sears Roebuck where she met and married her...

Aug 1, 2022

 

Francis “Frank” Leo McPherson III, 74, passed away on August 1st after a long battle with early onset Alzheimer’s.

Frank was born in Quincy and raised in Braintree by his loving parents, Ellie and Fran. He had fond memories of growing up with neighborhood kids on Pond Street and playing ice hockey on Sunset Lake and flirting with the...

Aug 1, 2022

McNulty, Susan R. (Priday) of Quincy, died August 1, 2022.  

Susan loved spending time with her family and always made sure everyone stayed in touch. She was devoted to her faith and loved angels. She enjoyed crocheting and her real passion was helping people. She worked as an CNA for many years with the elderly and truly loved it....