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Charles G. Contos, Sr.

Charles G. Contos, Sr.

Dec 26, 2025

Charles (Leo) George Contos, 93, a longtime resident of Weymouth passed away peacefully on December 26 after a long illness.

He was born in 1932 to George and Virginia Contos. He grew up in Neponset and later worked with his father in their family restaurant on Neponset Circle.

In 1952, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his tour of duty...

Murielle M. Letourneau

Murielle M. Letourneau

Dec 21, 2025

Murielle M. Letourneau, formerly of Brockton and Mashpee and most recently of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025. She was born on June 13, 1939, in Quebec, Canada, to the late Henri Louis and Irene Poulin.

Murielle was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family. She worked for several years as...

Diane Manning

Diane Manning

Dec 22, 2025

Diane (Eriksen) Manning passed away on December 22, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Diane’s life was defined by strength, sacrifice, and an unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Although she was born in Malden and had early roots in Revere, Diane was, at heart and always, a Beverly girl. She moved to...

Eleanor E. Stezelecki

Eleanor E. Stezelecki

Dec 19, 2025

Stezelecki, Eleanor E. (Mercurio) of Hull, passed away on December 19, 2025. She was 99 years old.

Eleanor's early desire to bring beauty into the lives of others blossomed into a fulfilling career as a hair stylist, a vocation she took to heart for nearly four decades. Her skillful hands and warm conversation were not just confinements of her salon but...

Eleanor Donovan

Eleanor Donovan

Dec 25, 2025

Eleanor “Ellie” Donovan (Arigo) of Weymouth, formerly of Hingham, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 25, 2025.

She was born on August 2, 1955, in Arlington, Massachusetts, where she was raised by the late Albert and Eleanor Arigo.

She was a stay at home mom for many years, a role she treasured deeply. She later returned to work as a...

Maria Louise McCormick

Maria Louise McCormick

Dec 28, 2025

Maria Louise (Alibrandi) McCormick, of Quincy, passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2025, at the age of 81, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Maria was employed for many years at Filene’s/Macy’s Department Stores, where she formed lifelong friendships, she treasured deeply. In her free time, she was an avid crafter, seamstress, and crocheter, always creating thoughtful handmade...

Kathleen M. Tirrell

Kathleen M. Tirrell

Dec 24, 2025

Kathleen M. “Kathy” Tirrell (Boedeker) of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, died December 24, 2025.

Kathy’s generous and caring nature led her to a career in healthcare as a home health aide for NVNA. Later, she used her creativity to develop a hand made jewelry business and showcased at various craft fairs in the area. Kathy had a deep love and connection...

Dorothy Mary "Dottie" Silva

Dorothy Mary "Dottie" Silva

Dec 26, 2025

Dorothy Mary “Dottie” Silva of Quincy, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025. She was 79.

She was born in Boston to Dorothy (McBeth) and Woodrow Beswick and raised in the Neponset neighborhood of Boston. She attended Dorchester High and shortly after met Ralph Silva while spending time with friends in the Port. The two had an instant connection and soon...

Francis Henry Norton III

Francis Henry Norton III

Nov 27, 2025

Francis Henry Norton III, of Hingham, known to all as Frank, passed away peacefully at his home on November 27, 2025. He is survived by his devoted wife, Claire Cummings Norton, and his daughter, Kara Norton Ferrante and her husband John Scanlan Ferrante, also of Hingham.

Born on April 25, 1946, Frank was the eldest child of Francis and Margaret “Peg”...

Doris A. Halpin

Doris A. Halpin

Dec 19, 2025

Doris A.Halpin of Hingham,  died on Dec. 19, 2025. The beloved wife of the late Paul V. Halpin. Loving mother of James Halpin of Marshfield, Catherine McNulty of Marshfield, Maureen Dale of Plymouth, Michelle Rosenthal of Short Hills, NJ and the late Paul V. Halpin, Jr. Sister of the. late Frances Grey, Raymond Delaney, Mary Slavin and Jackie Delaney. Cherished...

Johanna M. McCafferty

Johanna M. McCafferty

Dec 25, 2025

Johanna M. (Cheever) McCafferty, (Mom, Nana) of East Weymouth, passed away peacefully to join her husband Paschal McCafferty, the love of her life in heaven on December 25, 2025. She was 87. During her final days she was lovingly cared for by her children and their spouses.

Johanna was one of 11 children, born in Boston to the late Edward and...

Joan B. Lerner

Joan B. Lerner

Dec 16, 2025

Joan Bryan Lerner—a vibrant, outspoken and witty woman—was a beloved wife and mother, loving and generous by nature, as well as an educator, social worker, and environmental activist. She died on December 16, 2025, at the age of 92. The date coincided with the 250th birthday of Jane Austen, her favorite author—a fitting symmetry for a woman who loved language,...

J. Clark Grew II

J. Clark Grew II

Dec 22, 2025

J. Clark Grew II, the tenth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio and 52nd commander of the USS Constitution, died in his home in Boston on December 22, 2025. He was comfortable and surrounded by his family and many friends, who he continued to make laugh right up to the end.

Clark was born on December 20, 1939, in New...

Leslie J. Revzon

Leslie J. Revzon

Dec 24, 2025

Leslie J. Revzon, a cherished father, grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, in Marshfield, Massachusetts. He was born on February 23, 1949, in Springfield, Massachusetts, and grew up in Newington, Connecticut, where he became fondly known for his connection with the local Jewish social and business community on Hartford Avenue.

Leslie's life was characterized by...

Phyllis A. (Scibeck) Madden

Phyllis A. (Scibeck) Madden

Dec 23, 2025

Phyllis A. (Scibeck) Madden, of Hingham, formerly of North Weymouth, died peacefully surrounded by her children at her Linden Ponds home on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. She was 85.

Phyllis was born in Boston on April 19, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothea (Armstrong) Scibeck. She was raised in South Boston, and later Dorchester and Weymouth,...

Jane M. (Barry) Gallagher-Carelli

Jane M. (Barry) Gallagher-Carelli

Dec 20, 2025

Jane M. Gallagher-Carelli, of Marshfield, died peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 20, 2025. She was 80.

Jane was born in Boston on August 31, 1945, and was the daughter of the late Charles Roger Barry Sr. and Marie (Carey) Barry. She was predeceased by her loving husband, James Carelli Jr. Jane was raised in Braintree and attended local schools....

Richard T. Longuemare

Richard T. Longuemare

Dec 19, 2025

Richard T. Longuemare, of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1939.

Richard was predeceased by his beloved wife, Barbara (Peckham) Longuemare, and by his brothers Paul Longuemare and Alfred Longuemare,

He is survived by his sisters Natalie McKinnon, Marie Kililea, and Loraine Hegerty. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Janet McGonigle and her...

Joyce K. Pollara

Joyce K. Pollara

Dec 19, 2025

Joyce K. Pollara (Cox), 89, of Weymouth, formerly of Braintree, Massachusetts passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, December 19, 2025.



A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Joyce will be remembered for her strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication to caring for others.



Born on August 7, 1936 in Manchester,NH to John and Dorothy Cox she had 2...

Joanne Goldman

Joanne Goldman

Dec 19, 2025

Joanne Ruth (Kushner) Goldman, of Hull and formerly of Newton, died peacefully surrounded by family on December 19, 2025, a day shy of her 94th birthday. Joanne was born on December 20, 1931 to the late Meyer Kushner and Eva Stone. Joanne and her husband Paul were married on June 20, 1954, after a beautiful love story that started with...

Jeanne Thomay

Jeanne Thomay

Dec 19, 2025

Jeanne Thomay, born on June 26, 1951, in Webster, MA, peacefully departed this life on December 19, 2025, in the heart of Boston. She leaves behind a legacy woven with love, positivity, warmth, and an unwavering spirit that touched the lives of everyone who were fortunate enough to know her.

Jeanne’s childhood in Webster was filled with treasured memories, shaped by...

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