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Local Obituaries for Quincy, Hingham, Weymouth, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, MA & Surrounding Areas
John J. Garofalo, Jr.
Feb 28, 2025
Garofalo, John J., Jr. 85 of Middleboro, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 28, 2025.
Son of John J. Garofalo, Sr. and Antoinette (Tropeano) Garofalo, John grew up in North Quincy. After high school, he joined the Marines and then the Quincy Police Department where he retired...
Paul R. Burke
Feb 28, 2025
Burke, Paul R. of South Boston, died on February 28, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.
The beloved and devoted husband of 59 years to Joan (Hamilton) Burke of South Boston. Cherished father of Maureen Burke and Michael Burke both of South Boston and Joseph Burke and his wife Nancy of Holly Spring, NC. Brother of Rita Burke of...
William Dean
Feb 27, 2025
William (Bill) Dean passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends February 27, 2025. Bill was born in Beverly, Massachusetts on December 15, 1945 to Joseph and Ethel (Herrick) Dean. Son of a Navy seaman, Bill spent most of his time as a young child with his father at the seaport either working on or sailing on a boat. No...
Carol Laufen
Feb 27, 2025
Carol Laufen passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025 at the age of 85 after a valiant battle with cancer. She was born on March 13, 1939 in the vibrant lower east side of New York City, and she carried her New Yorker spirit with her everywhere she went.
Carol's life was enriched by her love of family. She met her...
Maureen A. Hardy
Feb 26, 2025
Maureen Hardy, 75 of Quincy, MA, passed away on Wednesday February 26, 2025.
Maureen was born in Malden, MA in 1949 to her parents Margaret and Bernie Hardy. She graduated high school from Nazareth Academy in Wakefield where she fine tuned her social butterfly skills. Her summers were spent in Rockport enjoying the sun on Long Beach. As a young adult,...
Mary T. Cassino
Feb 26, 2025
Mary T. (Maginnis) Cassino, a cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, at the age of 93 in Weymouth, MA. Born on May 29, 1931, in Boston, MA, Mary's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and resilience.
Mary grew up in the close-knit community of South Boston, where she attended South Boston High School. Her...
Helen M. Mancini
Feb 25, 2025
Helen Mancini of Dorchester, formally of Milton, MA, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025 at Accent Care Hospice in Milton.
Helen was born in Boston on April 24, 1943. Predeceased by her husband, Domanic Mancini, parents Samuel and Mary Pesiri, and her sister Marie Bambini.
Helen is survived by her beloved daughter, Patricia Sullivan of East Haven, CT, grandchildren Michael and...
Janet M. Golden
Feb 25, 2025
With her loving family by her side, Janet M. (Aitken) Golden passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025.
Born on December 19, 1936, to James M. and Alison E. (Hatch) Aitken, Janet lived a life full of adventure, creativity, and boundless love, touching the hearts of everyone who had the joy of knowing her.
Her greatest joy was her family. She was...
Norman E. Daniel
Feb 25, 2025
Daniel, Norman E. of Quincy, died February 25, 2025.
Norman was larger than life and loved his family and his faith. He was a scholar of religion, studying many different beliefs. He enjoyed deep sea fishing, boating, and just being on the water. He was an avid reader and had a brilliant mind, always wanting to know more. Norman was a...
John J. Twomey
Feb 25, 2025
John J. Twomey, 67, of Braintree, formerly of South Boston, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was a retired supervisor of The United States Postal Service, a Yacht Salesman at Tern Harbor Marina, just to name a few.
Son of the late John "Jack" Twomey and Maureen T. (O’Shea) Twomey. John was born and raised...
Olive Gertrude "Ollie" (James) Connolly
Feb 25, 2025
Olive Gertrude “Ollie” (James) Connolly, of Weymouth, formerly of Hingham, died peacefully in her home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, with family by her side. She was 101.
Ollie was born in Boston on July 17, 1923, and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary (Story) James. She was raised in Charlestown and went on to live a full...
Maureen F. Murphy
Feb 25, 2025
Maureen F. Murphy, a beloved community figure and cherished family member, passed away on February 25, 2025 with her family by her side, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and unwavering dedication to her community. She was 79. Born Maureen Cobb, she proudly grew up in the Mission Hill neighborhood of Boston, where she attended Mission Church and Mission...
Angelo A. Amico
Feb 23, 2025
Angelo A. Amico, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 23, 2025. He was 19 days shy of his 91st birthday.
Angelo pursued his education at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, a decision that would shape his professional life. Though he initially started studying electrical engineering, his passion...
Armeline T. McMeekin
Feb 23, 2025
Mrs. Armeline T. (Godfrey) McMeekin, of Lakeville, formerly of Braintree passed away in her home on February 23, 2025. She was 89.
She loved her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren is what she always wanted. Armeline enjoyed getting away at her house in Maine at Thomas Pond Terrace.
A special person and loved by many she was an...
Marguerite A. Mullen
Feb 22, 2025
Mullen, Marguerite A. (Manning) “Peggy” of Quincy, died February 22, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Peggy adored her family, especially being Nana and Nana Peggy to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening and always kept a beautiful backyard. She always kept active and her faith was important to her over the years. Peggy still had lifelong friends from...
Adrienne Cynthia (Lajoie) Knox
Feb 22, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Adrienne Cynthia (Lajoie) Knox, who left this world peacefully at her home in Hingham on February 22, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on September 9, 1943, in Needham, Adrienne was the daughter of the late Armand Napoleon and Mary Clare (McInerney) Lajoie. She spent her formative years in...
Patricia F. Burke
Feb 22, 2025
Burke, Patricia F. (Mellyn) of Quincy, originally from Dorchester, died February 12, 2025.
Pat adored her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a devout Catholic and a proud member of the Women’s Auxiliary Post. She was very active throughout her life and enjoyed playing bingo and taking trips to casinos with John and Jay Lusky. Pat worked at Tedeschis for many...
Rosa Elisa Fogel
Feb 20, 2025
Rosa Elisa Fogel (nee Gonzalez), a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother passed away surrounded by her children on February 20, 2025. She was 90.
Rosa grew up in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Juan and Modesta (Quiros) Gonzalez, and one of 8 children. Rosa's life was marked by her strong work ethic, love of gardening, and dedication to her family....
Joseph E. Wilkins
Feb 19, 2025
Mr. Joseph E. Wilkins of Weymouth passed away suddenly in his home on February 19, 2025. He was 43.
A beloved member of the Weymouth High School community, Joe had a long and meaningful connection to WHS, having graduated as part of the Class of 1999. After completing his studies at Brown University, he returned to his roots and began teaching...
Rosemary P. Dougan
Feb 17, 2025
Rosemary P. (Pittman) Dougan, of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, passed away on February 17, 2025. She was 89.
Beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Dougan with whom she spent 52 wonderful years.
Loving mother of the late Elaine Deon and her surviving husband, John, of New York, Thomas P. Dougan of Maryland, Karen Mullen and her husband, Tim, of Weymouth, and...