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Edward Joseph Haley Jr.
2025
Edward J. Haley, Jr. "Butchie", age 84, of Hull, Quincy, and Weymouth, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side.
Born in Medford and raised in Hull, Ed was the son of the late Kathleen Wolcott Haley and Edward J. Haley, Sr. Edward grew up in Hull and graduated from Archbishop Williams High School in Braintree where...
Alice M. Bernasconi
Aug 11, 2025
Alice M. (Correia) Bernasconi of Quincy, died on August 11, 2025, she was 99 1/2. The beloved wife of the late Robert J. Bernasconi. Loving mother of Robert J. Bernasconi, Jr. (Sylvia) of Beverly and Maryann Glynn and her husband John of Quincy. Sister of Josephine Grillo of Winthrop and Joseph Correia of Wakefield and the late Alda Falzarano, Jordan...
Donna J. Aitchison
Aug 14, 2025
Donna J. Aitchison, born on December 20, 1947, in Hyde Park, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, after a long battle with Kidney Disease.
Her professional life was dedicated to nursing, where she made a significant impact at Massachusetts General Hospital. An ICU nurse and later a Director of Nurses, Donna invested her years of knowledge into educating countless...
James Brown
Aug 18, 2025
James “Jim” Brown, of Quincy (formerly of Hyde Park), a proud veteran of the United States Navy, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025 at the age of 95 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the son of the late Samuel and Katherine (Coughlin) Brown.
Jim graduated from Hyde Park High School and also attended...
Ana Alva Dana
Aug 5, 2025
Ana Alva Dana, who moved through her beloved communities like a butterfly -- charming friends, family, strangers, flora and fauna – died August 5 in Hingham, Mass., surrounded by loved ones, succumbing to a surprise late-stage cancer.
Ana embodied countless roles and expressions of deep curiosity, creativity, and courage. She was an artist, advocate, organizer, singer, businesswoman, photographer, ecstatic dancer, film...
Brenden P. Hart
Jul 16, 2025
Brenden P. Hart of Peachtree City, GA, 41, died on July 16, 2025 after a long, courageous, and hard-fought health battle. Loving husband of Lisa (Kelly) Hart originally of Quincy, MA. Devoted father of Elizabeth K. Hart and Michael P. Hart. Cherished son of Maria T. Hart of Plymouth, MA.
Brenden was raised in Taunton, MA and was a 2002 graduate...
Jean Rose (Smith) Jamieson
Aug 21, 2025
Jean Rose (Smith) Jamieson, of Weymouth, died suddenly following a brief illness on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the PAM Health in Stoughton. She was 72.
Born in Weymouth on January 12, 1953, she was raised in Scituate, attended local schools, and graduated from Scituate High School. Later furthering her education to earn her certification as a dental hygienist. Jean built...
Louise Ann (Alzapiedi) Safran
Jul 13, 2025
Louise Ann (Alzapiedi) Safran of New York and North Weymouth, passed peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Louise was born in Clinton, Massachusetts on July 22, 1932, and was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Kerrigan) Alzapiedi. She was raised in Hudson and attended local schools.
Louise was known for her intelligence, kindness, and zest for life. A true...
David Allen Hazen
Jul 23, 2025
David Allen Hazen, a longtime resident of Quincy, passed away peacefully after a valiant battle against cancer on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. He was 66.
He was born in Ware, MA to Evelyn (Hayes) and Walter Hazen and raised in West Brookfield. After graduating from Quaboag High School, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He...
Brian Peter Downey
2025
Brian Peter Downey died unexpectedly July 24, 2025 at his home in Abington Ma. He was the son of William F. Downey Sr. and Katherine(Kate) A. Downey and brother of William F. Downey Jr.
Brian was born April 5, 1955 in Boston and graduated from Hingham High School Class of 1973. He went on to Ripon College In Wisconsin and graduated...
Rita (Giannini) DeMarco
Aug 19, 2025
Rita (Giannini) DeMarco, 82, of Weymouth, MA formerly of Melrose, MA and St. Pete Beach, FL passed away, peacefully with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Rita was born in Stoneham, MA on July 13, 1943. She received her BS in Education from Salem State in 1965 and in later years, went on to earn her...
Brian Douglas Smith
Aug 18, 2025
Brian Douglas Smith, a life-long resident of Weymouth, died peacefully, following a sudden illness on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. He was 33.
Brian was born in Weymouth on June 9, 1992, and attended local schools. Following high school, Brian worked for Stockholders, where he learned the art of cooking, a hobby that he enjoyed...
Saleh Beshara Omar
Aug 17, 2025
Dr. Saleh Beshara Omar of Chicago passed away peacefully after a heroic two-decade battle with Parkinson's disease. He was 79.
Born in Madaba, Jordan, Saleh came to the United States as a young teenager, bringing with him a thirst for understanding that would define his life's work. He pursued his academic passions with vigor, earning a master's degree in Philosophy before...
Adele Skabeikis
Aug 17, 2025
Adele Skabeikis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born and raised in Watertown, daughter of the late Biagio and Philomena Renna. Adele was married to her devoted husband, John, on September 28, 1968. Together, they built a life filled with laughter, warmth, and an unbreakable bond.
Adele was a...
Philomena A. Ficociello
Aug 16, 2025
“Mena, Mom, Nana, Aunt Mena and Mrs. Ficociello”
Philomena A. (Salustri) Ficociello, of Weymouth, passed away at the age of 90, on August 16, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Cherished wife of the late Louis R. Ficociello. Loving mother of Steven Ficociello and his wife, Mary, of Weymouth, Louis R. Ficociello, Jr, of N. Truro, Susan Caprio of Weymouth, Diane...
Shirley E. Ward
Aug 15, 2025
Shirley E. Ward (Robertson) of Whitman, formerly of Quincy, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. She was 93.
She was born in Somerville to Ruby (Graves) and Daniel Robertson and raised in South Boston. She worked as a razor blade inspector for Gillette, however her true calling was being a mom, grandmother, great-grandmother and yes even a great-great-grandmother. Shirley’s life...
Edwin P. Murray
Aug 15, 2025
Edwin Patrick Murray, 86, best known as Ed to his family and friends, and Pop to his beloved grandchildren, died Aug. 13, 2025, in Boston/South Weymouth, Massachusetts.
Visitation is scheduled for 3-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at McDonald Keohane Funeral Home – South, 809 Main St., Weymouth, MA, and Mass is scheduled for 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22, at St. Mary...
Lawrence "Larry" J. Conley
Aug 15, 2025
Lawrence “Larry” Conley, formerly from South Boston, passed away peacefully on August 15th, at the age of 53, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend, known for his quick wit, and unwavering support for those he loved.
A lifelong fan of the Boston Red Sox, Larry...
Patricia C. Russo
Aug 14, 2025
Patricia C. Russo of Quincy, passed away peacefully in the Hospital on August 14, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Michael and Theresa Coppola. Patricia was also known as Pat or Patty to her friends and family. She was married to the love of her life, her husband Angelo Russo for 24 beautiful years. She is survived by...