Obituaries

Jul 26, 2019

Francis Xavier Ryan was born in Boston on March 1, 1947 to the late Francis P. Ryan and Kathleen (Sullivan) Ryan.  Francis was also known by “Frank” and “Fred.” Francis graduated from St. Columbkille High School in 1964 where he was elected President of his Senior Class and was a Captain of both the Baseball and Football teams.

He received...

Jul 25, 2019

Robert E. Martell, of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, passed away July 25, 2019 at the age of 82.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Geraldine P. (Mahony) Martell of Weymouth. “Bob” was a loving father to his daughter, Susan Hannan, and her husband Christopher of Weymouth, Robert Martell of Los Angeles, and Richard Martell and his wife...

Jul 25, 2019

DiMartinis, Charlotte D. (Dorney) “Char” of Hingham, passed away July 25, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.

Char was born in Manchester, New Hampshire and grew up in Hamilton, Ontario.  She returned to New Hampshire where she received her bachelor’s degree from Colby-Sawyer College.  She worked as a medical technician and homemaker.  Char adored her family, especially being “Mimi” to...

Jul 25, 2019

Paul J. Joyce,  Ret. BPD Detective of Braintree, originally of Dorchester died July 25, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. The beloved husband of 42 years to Patricia R. (Blasi) Joyce of Braintree, originally of Dorchester. Cherished father of  Christopher Joyce and his wife Courtney of Quincy and Jonathan Joyce of Braintree. Son of the late John J. and...

Jul 25, 2019

Bowes, Marsha M. (Burns) of Hull, passed away July 25, 2019.  

Marsha adored her family and lived for her kids. She was always a very involved mother, taking them to sporting events and any activities that they were a part of to show her support. She loved yard sales and watching Judge Judy. Marsha worked for the Town of...

Jul 25, 2019

Dr. Constantine P. “Costas” “Charlie”  Kalantzis age 80, of Quincy, passed away after a brief illness on July 25, 2019. Born in Georgitsi, Sparta, Greece, he was the son of the late Panagiotis (Peter) Kalangis and Christina (Gouzoulis) Kalangis, of Boston.   Before emigrating to the United States in 1959 Constantine spent eight years at the Theological School in Corinth. Shortly...

Jul 24, 2019

Miller, John P., Jr. “Jay” of Abington, died July 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.  

Beloved husband and best friend of 16 years to Melissa Miller (Shaw) of Abington.  Devoted Dada of John P. Miller, III “JP” of Abington.  Loving son of Stella Miller of Quincy and the late John P. Miller. Cherished brother of Lynn Miller of...

Jul 24, 2019

Ann (Gavin) DePlacido of Weymouth, died July 24, 2019. Ann worked as a professor for many years at Umass Boston. She was a teacher in and out of the classroom and loved being around the many children in the family. She enjoyed reading, shopping and antiques. She will be deeply missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing...

Jul 23, 2019

Sylvia B. (Miller) Gelsomini, a longtime resident of North Quincy, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at the Pat Roche Hospice Home in Hingham. She was 78 years old.

The daughter of the late Norman and Elsie E. (Dalrymple) Miller, Sylvia was raised in Waltham, and graduated from Waltham High School with the Class of 1958. She was a...

Jul 23, 2019

Hartnett, JoAnn M. (Brides) of Weymouth (originally from Brockton, MA) passed away on July 23, 2019.  Beloved wife of the late John Hartnett (originally from Boston, MA). Devoted mother of John Hartnett of Washington, D.C, James Hartnett and his wife, Erin, of Nashua, NH, Jill Hartnett of Quincy, MA and grandmother of Christina Haggerty. Sister of the late Beverly Ellison. ...

Jul 23, 2019

Gary E. Pickering of Weymouth, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family Tuesday morning July 23, 2019, he was 65. 

Born in Boston, he was a son of the late Robert A. Pickering and Grace T. (Roberts).  Gary spent his early childhood in Quincy, and the family later moved to Weymouth.  He was a 1971 graduate of...

Jul 22, 2019

Kevin P. Glennon of Weymouth, died July 22, 2019. He was 61. Kevin worked for the MBTA for 24 years. He was an avid Bruins fan and a devoted family man. He will be deeply missed.  

Beloved husband of Diana (Haley) Glennon of Weymouth. Devoted father of Kyle Glennon and his wife Angela Lippens-Glennon of Weymouth, Robert Glennon of...

Jul 22, 2019

Callahan, Eileen F. (MacCollum) of Hull, passed away peacefully July 22, 2019.

Beloved wife of the late Leo A. Callahan USN Ret’d SBMC 25 years. Devoted mother of Michael Callahan and his wife Marion Callahan of Palm Bay, FL and the late Sharon Bamberg of Spokane, WA and Palm Bay, FL. Loving grandmother of Patrick Callahan of Georgia and Emily...

Jul 22, 2019

Mrs Mary C. (MacDonald) White, of Weymouth, formerly of Dorchester, (St. Peter’s Parish) and Judique, Nova Scotia Canada, passed away on July 22, 2019.

 

Beloved wife of the late Harold J. White and Edward Boyd Swindell.

Loving mother of Cary Swindell and his wife, Evangeline, of Nova Scotia Canada, Brian J. White and his wife, Kathleen, of Weymouth, Doreen...

Jul 22, 2019

Jul 21, 2019

Eldora V. Twohig, age 87 of Hanover, passed away peacefully July 21, 2019 in her home surrounded by loved ones.

Eldora was born December 8th, 1931 and was raised in Kennebunkport, Maine where she later returned with family and friends for many trips, vacations, and memories along the beloved seashore.

Eldora moved to Boston in her 20’s where she met...

Jul 21, 2019

Karlovits, Peter J. of Cohasset, passed away July 21, 2019 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 45.

Beloved husband of Heather Karlovits (Hintlian) of Cohasset. Devoted father of Drew Karlovits of Cohasset. Loving son of Helmut and Evelyn Karlovits of Waretown, NJ. Cherished brother of Erica Karlovits Ambrose and her husband Gregory of Seattle, WA, Christian Karlovits...

Jul 20, 2019

Hubbard, Raymond A. of Quincy, died July 20, 2019.

After graduating high school, Raymond served in the United States Air Force during Vietnam.  He was a well loved and faithful member of Tremont Temple Baptist Church in Boston, and served on their Building Committee and Sound Team.  He was a proud man who enjoyed his work.

Beloved son of the...

Jul 20, 2019

Paul B. Daly of Hingham, former longtime resident of Weymouth, passed away on Saturday July 20, 2019, after a long battle with cancer. He was 56.

Born in Boston, he was the son of Paul V. Daly of Quincy and the late Barbara A. (Magazu). Paul Sr. resides in Quincy with his wife Irene.  Paul was a 1980 graduate of...

Jul 19, 2019

Alden R. Starkie, a lifelong resident of Weymouth, died July 19, 2019 at the age of 83.

Alden worked as a custodian for Weymouth Public Schools and later worked as a security guard for South Shore Security. He was a hard worker and enjoyed staying busy. He enjoyed socializing and and helping others who were fellow friends of Bill W.

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