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Margaret “Peg” M. Buchanan
Apr 8, 2019
It is with great sorrow that the family of Margaret “Peg” M. (Duggan/Finn) Buchanan of Quincy, and formerly Plymouth, announce her passing on Monday April 8, 2019, at the age of 90.
Born in Somerville, she was a daughter of the late Patrick and Margaret (Urquhart) Duggan. She was a 1946 graduate of South Boston High School, serving 4 years...
Lily Patricia “Pat” Harrison
Apr 6, 2019
Lily Patricia “Pat” Harrison died peacefully on April 6, 2019.
Born on June 21, 1934 in Rotherhithe, Bermondsey, England to Sarah Annie (Ardley) Osmond and Albert Thomas Osmond, she was the eldest of their three children. Growing up on the southern coast of England during World War II, her family frequently moved to safer locations, which resulted in Pat attending...
Mary Lee Yukna
Apr 6, 2019
Mary Lee (Hinckley) Yukna of Hanover, died April 6, 2019.
Mary graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University and was a dedicated teacher for Brockton Public Schools for 20 years. Her lessons extended far beyond the classroom, with her welcoming nature and open door policy at home. She was an active woman with an interest in tennis, bowling, cross country...
James J. Flynn
Apr 6, 2019
James J. “Tarzan” Flynn of Quincy, died on April 6, 2019. The beloved husband of the late Helen (Campbell) Flynn. Loving father of Thomas Flynn and his wife Donna of Plymouth, Timothy Flynn and his wife Jean of Weymouth, Nancy Swanton and her husband Robert of Pembroke, Robert Flynn and his wife Cynthia of Mansfield, Paul Flynn and his wife...
Paul S. Hartford Sr.
Apr 4, 2019
Hartford, Paul S., Sr. of Braintree, passed away with his family by his side on April 4, 2019. Paul was born in Boston to the late William and Ellen Hartford. He worked for many years as an independent contracting courier and disc jockey. Paul was an avid Beatles fan, played guitar and enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.
Beloved...
Judy Campbell
Apr 4, 2019
Campbell, Judith E. (Allan) “Judy” of Hanover, passed away April 4, 2019. Judy raised her family in Hingham, moving to Hull and then Hanover, She worked for 31 years at Macys and 20 years at Talbots. Judy loved being at the beach, and enjoyed traveling, reading and spending time with her family and friends.
Daughter of the late Frederick...
Patrick J. O’Callaghan
Apr 4, 2019
Patrick J. O’Callaghan of Quincy, died April 4, 2019 originally from Lissycasey, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland. The beloved husband of 59 years to Marie T. (Pierce) O’Callaghan of Quincy. Devoted father of Kevin O’Callaghan and his wife Joanne of Canton, John O’Callaghan and his wife Cindy of Quincy and Neil O’Callaghan and his wife Margaret of Hanover. Cherished Papa to...
Arthur G. Daru
Apr 3, 2019
Arthur G. “Butch” Daru of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, died April 3, 2019.
Butch proudly served in the US Navy during the Vietnam Era and went on to have a successful 50 year career as a plumber. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and debating politics. He was happiest when surrounded by his family, especially his grandchildren.
Beloved husband of Lucy...
John D. Cahill
Apr 3, 2019
Cahill, John D. of Pocasset, passed away on April 3, 2019. He was 77.
John was born in Brockton, a 1960 graduate of Brockton High School and a 1964 graduate of Georgetown University. He was a proud Vietnam veteran serving as Captain with the United States Air Force from 1964 to 1969. A lifelong resident of New Silver Beach in...
Dorothy A. Jackson
Apr 1, 2019
Jackson, Dorothy A. (Gallagher) “Dottie” of Quincy, died April 1, 2019.
Dottie adored her family, especially her beloved partner of many years Kevin. She was very crafty and enjoyed painting and making flower arrangements. She also enjoyed reading and knitting. Dottie worked for American Airlines as an airline attendant and then in the Norfolk Sheriff Office for Mike Bellotti...
Charles Kabilian
Apr 1, 2019
Kabilian, Charles, 91, of Quincy, passed away peacefully April 1, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.
Charlie adored his family and enjoyed spending his time with them. He was a straight forward, strong, and kind-hearted man. Charlie proudly served in the United States Army Air Force during WWII. He worked as an electrician for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for...
Mathew J. Mcdonald
Apr 1, 2019
Mathew J. McDonald, a lifelong resident of Quincy, died Monday, April 1, 2019. at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. He was 59.
Born in Quincy, he was the son of the late George A. and Margaret M. (Tanguay) McDonald and attended local schools. Following high school, Mathew became a mechanic in the automotive industry. He started his...
Paul J. Woletskas
Apr 1, 2019
Paul J. Woletskas of Braintree, formerly of South Boston, passed away on April 1, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of Mary P. (Gately) Woletskas. Loving father of Julie A. Woletskas of Stoughton, and Leah M. Nabstedt and her husband, Joseph, of Braintree. Brother of James T. Woletskas of Easton, and Dennis C. Woletskas and Robert M. Woletskas...
Robert J. Murphy
Mar 31, 2019
Murphy, Robert J. “Bob” of Weymouth, died March 31, 2019.
Bob proudly served in the US Army and went on to have a successful career as an attorney for the U.S. Government in Boston and Colorado. He was proud to have graduated from both Boston College and Suffolk Law School. He was an avid New England sports fan, especially the...
William Henry Van Dine
Mar 31, 2019
Van Dine, William Henry “Van” of Quincy, died March 31, 2019.
Van adored his family, “the clan” and had a special connection with each of them that they cherished deeply. He was a proud member of the United States Navy and served on the USS Dupont DD-941 as a cook. Van drove an 18 wheeler truck for the oil industry...
Thomas J. Gleason
Mar 31, 2019
Thomas J. Gleason, Retired Boston Police Detective, of Quincy, passed away suddenly at home Sunday morning, March 31, 2019.
Born in Malden, he was the son of the late Francis W. Gleason. Thomas was a 1958 graduate of Hyde Park High School. He was a United States Marine Corp Veteran. Thomas was a Boston Police Detective, retiring after 36...
Richard J. Gregg
Mar 30, 2019
Gregg, Richard J. “Dick” of Hingham, born in New Bedford and formerly of Taunton, Hyannis and Brewster, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2019.
Throughout Dick’s marriage, he moved 22 times with his wife, Barbara, all over New England in support of his career with the W.T. Grant Company from 1950 -1977. Dick was always proud of being a member...
Andrew D. Holland
Mar 30, 2019
Andrew D. Holland, a Quincy resident for over 50 years, and formerly of Dorchester, died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the John Scott House. He was 84. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Thomas and Lillian (McCarthy) Holland. Andrew attended local schools and graduated high school with the Class...
Donald V. “Don” Ross, Sr.
Mar 29, 2019
Donald V. “Don” Ross, of Squantum, and formerly of South Boston, died peacefully at his home, on Friday, March 29, 2019. He was 86.
Born in South Boston, he was the son of the late James and Margaret Ross. Don attended local schools and graduated from South Boston High School with the Class of 1950. After high school, Don enlisted...
Elizabeth F. Kineavy
Mar 29, 2019
Elizabeth F. Kineavy of North Quincy, passed away peacefully at the Massachusetts General Hospital, surrounded by loved ones, on Friday March 29, 2019. She was 55.
Born in Boston, she was the beloved daughter of Roger J. Kineavy and Janet M. (Foley) of South Boston. Elizabeth, also known as Liz or Lizzy, grew up on Arnold Road in North...