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February 1, 2020

John E. Haskins

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERAN

John E. “Jack” Haskins of Boston, died February 1, 2020 at the age of 84.

Jack proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War aboard the DDE-508 Cony. He worked as a nighttime supervisor for the City of Boston Transportation Department for 26 years. Among the things he enjoyed most were traveling, fishing, and enjoying a cold drink on his front porch. He was a member of the Castle Island Association, the Mass Retirees and the McKeon Post 146 where he, during the Christmas season, often served as Santa Claus.

Beloved husband of Mary Lenore (Burns) Haskins. Son of the late Catherine (Walsh) and Terrence Haskins. Loving father of Ted Bohld of South Weymouth and Pattie Park and her husband Sean of Milton. Brother of Regina Murphy of Raynham, the late Bill Haskins, and the late Tommy McDonough. Proud “Papa” of Julianne, Caitlyn, Rachel, Sarah, Brendan, and great grandchildren Timothy and Frank. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Tuesday 4-8 PM in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home SOUTH WEYMOUTH at 809 Main Street (Rte 18 opp. So. Shore Hospital). A Funeral service will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11 AM in the funeral home. Donations in memory of Jack may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc., 260 Cochituate Road, #200, Framingham, MA 01701.