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George Michael Downing
Oct 21, 2024
George Michael Downing of Quincy, died on October 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. The beloved husband of Mary (Duddy) Downing of Quincy. Father of Mary Eglow and her husband Dr. Richard Eglow of Delmar, NY, Cathy MacPherson and her husband Peter of Hanover, Denise Downing of Quincy and Denis Downing and his wife Susan of Hanover. Brother of the...
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,...
Elaine M. Purdy
Oct 13, 2024
Elaine M. (Nolan) Purdy, 97 years of age, entered Life Eternal at the Allerton House in Weymouth, October 13, 2024. Elaine resided in Weymouth before moving to Plymouth and eventually made her home in Carver.
A graduate of Boston schools, Elaine worked as an accountant the majority of her work life at R.J.Purdy Electric company.
Elaine’s passion for life was evident in...
Pauline M. (Kirwan) McEntee
Oct 13, 2024
Pauline Mary (Kirwan) McEntee “MAMMY”, A longtime resident of Hull, passed away at home on Sunday, October 13, 2024, with her loving family by her side. Pauline was born in East Boston, on December 10, 1933, to Arthur and Rosetta (Freney) Kirwan, the third of six children, she grew up in East Boston with her brother and four sisters. The...
Susan E. Nurmi
Oct 13, 2024
Susan E. Nurmi, 81, of Quincy passed away on October 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
Beloved wife of the late William O. Nurmi with whom she shared 59+ years of marriage. Devoted mother of Cheryl A. Hindle of Quincy and the late Michael W. Nurmi and his wife Rosemary of Quincy.
Cherished Nana to Michael W. Nurmi Jr. of Quincy...
Joseph C. Leavell
Oct 12, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph C. Leavell (Jr.) of Hingham, MA, who died on October 12, 2024, at the age of 69. Born on December 16, 1954, in Buffalo, NY, Joe was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle and grandfather, whose quiet dependability had a profound and lasting impact on those around...
David "Ace" Ventura
Oct 12, 2024
David "Ace" Ventura, a cherished husband, father, and friend, departed this life on October 12, 2024, in the heart of Boston, MA, where he was born on March 9, 1966. His journey through life was marked by passion, laughter, and unconditional love for his family and friends.
Ace was a man of simple yet profound joys. His avid enthusiasm for golf...
Paul F. Roche
Oct 11, 2024
Paul F. "Papa" Roche, of Quincy, originally from St. Gregory's Parish in Dorchester, passed away on October 11, 2024, at the age of 82. Paul was a proud graduate of Cathedral High School and spent many years working with Greyhound Bus Lines before fulfilling his dream of entrepreneurship. In the 1980s, alongside his close friend Mario Colucci, they founded Reliable...
James Salvucci
Oct 11, 2024
Salvucci, James G. of Quincy, died October 11, 2024.
Jim had a long career in academia. He was a professor of business management at Boston College, Boston University, and Curry College, where he was also the Assistant Dean and head of the business management department. Jim was an avid skier, reader and enjoyed cooking and a single malt scotch. He loved...
Jean M. Whelan
Oct 11, 2024
Jean M. (Tierney) Whelan, a beloved mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 11th, 2024 surrounded by her family. Born on February 14th, 1959, Jean was a loving wife to Kevin Whelan Sr., and spent her life as a devoted mother. Jean was born in Boston, grew up in Milton, and most recently lived in Plymouth. She was...
Pauline J. Doherty
Oct 11, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pauline J. (Dalessio) Doherty who departed this life at the age of 95. A beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she left us on October 11, 2024.
Born in Boston on June 30, 1929, she was a long-time resident of Quincy, MA before moving to Rockland, MA. She was proud of...
Jacqueline D. (Pellitteri) Young
Oct 10, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jacqueline "Jackie" Young, who left us far too soon. Jackie was a vibrant soul, known for her warmth, energy, and love of life. Her children were the center of her world, and she devoted herself wholeheartedly to raising them with love and care.Jackie was a proud graduate of North...
Gregory T. Cannon
Oct 10, 2024
Gregory T. Cannon, a beloved husband, brother, and friend, passed away suddenly on October 10, 2024, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, at the age of 74. Born on February 12, 1950, in Braintree, Massachusetts, Gregory was the son of the late Gardner and Rose Cannon.
Gregory graduated from Braintree High School in 1968 and went on to pursue an education that would lay...
James M. Halpin
Oct 10, 2024
Mr. James M. Halpin, Retired Captain of Weymouth Fire Department passed away on October 10, 2024, at the age 98.
Born in Quincy, a son of the late John J. and Mary M. (Kelly) Halpin, Jim had lived in Weymouth for many years. He enjoyed sailing and just loved being on the ocean. He was a proud World War II veteran...
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