Eugene McDermott

Eugene J. McDermott, of Weymouth, passed away on April 30, 2025. He was 96.

Born in Milford, Mass, Eugene lived in Weymouth for many years. He was the last surviving charter member of the Weymouth Lodge of Elks. Eugene enjoyed spending many good times with his best friend and son in law John on Saturday afternoons at the Weymouth Elks laughing and telling stories. In his spare time he enjoyed golfing, bowling, and dancing.

He was a proud employee for 25 years working for General Dynamics as a Radiology Supervisor.

Eugene was also well known in the Town of Weymouth as the former veteran’s grave officer for over two decades and was honored in 2014 with a proclamation by former Norfolk Sheriff Michael Bellotti. He was a true veteran and also made sure on Memorial Day all of the veterans graves were placed with an American Flag.

He was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the United Sates Army.

He will be deeply missed by all those that knew and loved him.

Husband of the late Phyllis (Cogliano) McDermott.

Loving father of Dennis McDermott and his wife, Frances, of Marstons Mills, Thomas McDermott and his wife, Sara, of Sagamore, Frank McDermott and his wife, Rhonda, of Cotuit, Phyllis Powers and her husband, John, of Weymouth and the late Eugene McDermott, Jr, Janice McDermott, Michael McDermott, Patricia Carney, and Elizabeth McDermott. Brother of William McDermott, Richard West, and the late Paul McDermott, Sally Gallagher, and Frederick McDermott.

Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to his Graveside Service on Wednesday May 7th at 11 AM at Saint Francis Xavier Cemetery, Weymouth.