Obituaries

Sep 23, 2018

Sep 23, 2018

Stone, Kathleen K. of Hull, originally from Arlington, died September 23, 2018 in her home surrounded by her family.

The beloved wife of 52 years to Walter C. Stone, III of Hull. Loving mother of  Walter C. Stone, IV and his wife Tina, Jennifer Stone all of Hull, Johnathan D. Stone and his wife Tricia of Dartmouth and Michael B....

Sep 22, 2018

Butler-Heartquist, Rosemary L. (Kasel) of Rockland, passed away September 22, 2018.

Rosemary was born in Iowa to the late Aloysius and Myrtle Kasel. She earned her Associates Degree in nursing at Mercy Hospital. She was a proud United States Navy veteran serving as an Ensign nurse during WWII. Rosemary enjoyed bowling, playing cards, solving crosswords and spending time with her...

Sep 22, 2018

Catherine A. (Harrington) Berlo of Quincy, formerly of Hyde Park, died September 22, 2018.

Catherine was an active parishioner in St. Mary’s Church in Quincy. She had a beautiful voice and enjoyed singing in the church choir. In the early years she took great pride in tending to her garden. Catherine was a devoted mother and was happiest surrounded by...

Sep 22, 2018

John E. Beaton of Weymouth, died September 22, 2018 after a long illness.

John was raised and educated in Boston and has lived in North Weymouth for over 50 years. He proudly served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He graduated from Northeastern University and earned a master’s degree in education from Boston State Teacher’s School. John worked...

Sep 21, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Daniel Desmond announces his passing on Friday, September 21, 2018, one week before his 67th birthday. Dan passed away at home surrounded by the immense love of his wife and children.

A devoted husband, Dan leaves behind his wife of 38 years Mary (Stephens). Dan was also the proud father of...

Sep 21, 2018

DiCrasto, Francis J. ”Frank” of Quincy, died September 21, 2018. Frank was a skilled carpenter who took great pride in the full renovation of his family home. He was an avid gardener, great cook and politics enthusiast. Frank loved to be around his family. He had a larger than life personality and loved a good debate. He will be missed. ...

Sep 21, 2018

Fitzgerald, Edward P. “Eddie Fitz” of Squantum (North Quincy), formerly of South Boston, passed away on September 21, 2018.  

Loving husband of Geraldine A. (Coyman) Fitzgerald. Devoted father of Scott A. Fitzgerald and his wife Shirley of Squantum and Donna M. (Fitzgerald) Hutchings of Squantum. Grandfather of Matthew S. Fitzgerald, Timothy E. Fitzgerald, Allison J. Fitzgerald, Ryan M. Hutchings,...

Sep 20, 2018

Betty Anne (Levis) Stokes of Westwood, formerly of Philadelphia died on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at age 90.

Wife of the late Richard Stokes, she is survived by her daughter Ruthie Sides, son Dick, four grandchildren, and one great grandson and many nieces and nephews.

She was passionate in all activities, devoted to her family, and especially enjoyed dance, tennis,...

Sep 20, 2018

 

William M. “Bill” Lapsley of Braintree, formerly of Quincy, died September 20, 2018, surrounded by the family he cherished. The beloved husband of 63 years of Shirley (Santee) Lapsley of Braintree. Cherished father of William Lapsley and his wife Anna of Plymouth, James Lapsley of Dover, NH, David Lapsley and his wife Erin of Quincy and Katherine Ell and...

Sep 19, 2018

Dorothy E. McCarthy of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 19, 2018.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday October 3, at 10 o’clock at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Hingham.

Sep 18, 2018

Arthur (“Art,” “Artie”) Thomas McLellan (10.10.49-09.18.18), of Plymouth, formerly of Malden, Massachusetts, passed away on September 18, 2018 after an unexpected illness.

Arthur was born in Boston to Joseph and Jean McLellan. He graduated from Arlington High School before enlisting in the US Army. He served in Vietnam as a combat infantry in the 101st Airborne and rose to the...

Sep 18, 2018

Hogan, Jane E. (Olson) of Weymouth, formerly of Dedham, died September 18, 2018. She was 86. She grew up in Muskegon, Michigan during the great depression, and made her parents proud by graduating from the Hackley School of Nursing as a RN.

Jane worked as a registered nurse for many years, including as Head of Nursing at Park Marion Nursing...

Sep 18, 2018

Dwyer, Norman J., Sr. of Quincy, died September 18, 2018.

Norm was born in Everett on February 11, 1931 and lived there until he went into the service from 1952-1956 in the United States Air Force. He met his wife Barbara in 1956 and they were married in 1961, living in Dorchester and raising their 3 children before moving to...

Sep 17, 2018

Jensen, Christopher F. ”C.J.” of Waltham, passed on September 17, 2018.

C.J. adored the Boston Celtics and went to many games, as well as the Red Sox. He loved to give and receive hugs, ice cream, his rain stick, and is described as an “angel” by his loving family. He was one of the first to be transferred out of...

Sep 16, 2018

Pope, Sylvia V. (Alemian) of Weymouth, died September 16, 2018.

Sylvia worked as a bookkeeper for Zildjian for many years. She was musically talented as both a piano player and singer with Armenian choral groups and St. Stephen’s Church. She sang with her choral group at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York City. She enjoyed bird watching, crossword puzzles...

Sep 14, 2018

Mitchell, Patricia A. (Dempsey) “Patsy” of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, died September 14, 2018.

Patricia’s life was focused solely around her family.  She enjoyed walks with her husband to Wollaston Beach and taking in the waterfront at Marina Bay and Nantasket Beach.  She had an artistic gift and created beautiful blankets for many family members and friends, especially after the...

Sep 14, 2018

Winifred A. “Winnie” (Kelly) Joyce, of South Weymouth, died peacefully in her home surrounded by loved one’s on September 14, 2018.

Beloved wife of the late John R. Joyce.

Loving mother of Thomas Joyce and his wife, Lisa, of Darien, CT, Stephen Joyce and his fiance, Bonnie King, of Ashburn, VA, Maureen Joyce Harrity and her husband, Michael, of Weston,...

Sep 14, 2018

Barbuto, Candida of Hingham, died September 14, 2018.

Beloved wife of 55 years to Joseph Barbuto of Hingham.  Loving mother of Anthony Barbuto and his wife Antoniette of Hingham, Mary Barbuto of Rockland, Joe Barbuto and his wife Erica of Marshfield, Amy Barbuto of Marshfield, Cristina Barbuto of Hingham and the late Robert V. Barbuto.  Devoted Nana of Robert, Joseph,...

Sep 13, 2018

Guiney, Eileen E. of Quincy, died at home on Thursday September 13, 2018, she was 68.  

Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Emma E. (Milus) Guiney.  

Eileen earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Bridgewater State College.  She was a teacher for many years at St. Brendan’s School in Dorchester, and later went...