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Lorraine R. Gavin
Oct 28, 2017
Gavin, Lorraine R. (Tirrell) of Brockton, died October 28, 2017.
Lorraine was born in Boston and raised her family in Dorchester. She later moved to Hull. She was an administrator for many years for Pastene Wine and Spirits. She will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Dear wife to the late Edward P. Gavin....
Francis A. “Fran” Yafrate
Oct 26, 2017
Yafrate, Francis A. “Fran” of Quincy, died unexpectedly October 26, 2017, at the age of 76. Beloved husband of 31 years to Maryalice O’Hearn Yafrate of Quincy. Devoted father of Michael Yafrate and his wife Kristen of East Bridgewater. Cherished Papa of Hannah and Ryan Yafrate. Caring brother of James Yafrate and his wife Jacqueline of Raynham. Also survived by...
Joseph K. Callahan
Oct 26, 2017
Callahan, Joseph K. of Quincy, died October 26, 2017.
Joe was a lifelong resident of Quincy. He worked for the school system for many years and later worked as a landscaper. He enjoyed playing the lottery and watching football. He was an avid Redskins fan. The cornerstone of his life was his family, especially his grandchildren. Joe will be remembered...
Sara A. Mackinnon
Oct 25, 2017
MacKinnon, Sara of Quincy, died October 25, 2017.
Sara was born in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Throughout her life, Sara was passionate about caring for others. Although Sara had no children of her own, she was a second mother to Mike, Charlie, Leo, Larry and Margaret, and numerous nieces and nephews. Sara was a devout Catholic whose faith carried her...
John J. “Mort” Kelly Jr.
Oct 24, 2017
Kelly, John J., Jr. “Mort” of Squantum, died October 24, 2017.
Beloved husband of the late Mary “Honey” Kelly. Loving father of Daniel J. Kelly and his wife Kristine of Colorado, John J. Kelly III of Quincy, Joan F. Hastings and her husband Mark of Squantum and the late Michael H. Kelly. Devoted Grandpa/Papa of Rainier Kelly, Thea Blue Kelly...
Francis C. Pistorino
Oct 24, 2017
Pistorino, Francis C., of Weymouth, died October 24, 2017.
Francis worked for the US Postal Service in South Boston for 35 years, retiring in 1999. He enjoyed visits to Castle Island, walks on Nantasket Beach and walking his family’s dogs. Francis took great pride in his yard and could often be found tending it and gardening.
Beloved husband of Jacqueline...
Claire L. Donovan
Oct 24, 2017
Claire L. Donovan (Quigley) of Weymouth, age 75, died on October 24, 2017 after a lengthy illness at South Shore Hospital with her son Marc, her daughter in law Theresa and her grandson Corey by her side.
Claire lived most of her life in Dorchester before moving to Weymouth in 1986. She worked for over 30 years at the Boston...
Ellen F. Jacobs
Oct 22, 2017
Jacobs, Ellen F. (Smith) of Wareham, formerly of Weymouth, passed away peacefully at home on October 22, 2017, surrounded by her daughters singing A Bushel and a Peck.
Ellen graduated from Hingham High School Class of 1945. In her early years, Ellen worked for the telephone company before her successful 25 year career with Sears. She was a former...
Elizabeth Graceffa
Oct 22, 2017
Elizabeth Graceffa (Wingo) of Weymouth, died October 22, 2017 at the age of 84.
Elizabeth was a proud U.S. Army veteran, serving as a nurse during the Korean War. She worked as a registered nurse for several local hospitals and retired in 1997 from South Shore Hospital. She volunteered for the Girl Scouts and in retirement for Sacred Heart School...
Francis X. Doyle
Oct 22, 2017
Francis Xavier Doyle, Sr., died October 22, 2017 at the age of 87.
Born in Boston to the late William P. and Hannah G. Doyle. Currently of Quincy, formerly of South Boston, Brockton and Norfolk … but forever will consider Southie as his “hometown.” Survived by his best friend and loving wife of 65 years Geraldine (Prescott). Proud father of...
Sarah R. Hackworth
Oct 21, 2017
Sarah R. (Bailey / Downey) Hackworth, of Weymouth, died October 21st, 2017.
Sally is survived by her brother, Morgan Bailey, her sister, Martha Chamberlain, her son, Robert Downey, her grandson Sagan Downey, and many devoted friends and caregivers. Sally, the daughter of Nancy and Henry Bailey, grew up in Medfield, and later Milton, Massachusetts.
Many happy childhood summers were spent...
Virginia G. Paul
Oct 21, 2017
Paul, Virginia G. (Nelson) “Ginger” of Falmouth, formerly Quincy died October 21, 2017.
Ginger adored her family and sharing laughs with them. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She would make baby blankets for anyone she knew and donated handmade infant hats to churches and hospitals. She also enjoyed gardening, going to Old Silver Beach, dinner at the Silver Lounge, crossword...
Mary Sugrue
Oct 21, 2017
Sugrue, Mary (Foley) of Quincy, died October 21, 2017. Mary was a longtime resident of Quincy. She lived at Town Brook House for many years and had numerous friends there. She enjoyed playing Bingo and shopping. She was also an animal lover and loved Irish music. Mary was devout Catholic. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed going...
Anne M. Dinatale
Oct 20, 2017
Anne M. Dinatale (Marotta) of Needham, passed away October 20, 2017.
Anne was born in Boston and grew up in Weymouth. She attended Weymouth High School and worked many years in retail. Anne had a wonderful sense of humor, loved to laugh and enjoyed walking on the beach.
Daughter of the late Leo and Philomena (Anna) Marotta. Former wife of...
Joan G. Spillane
Oct 20, 2017
Spillane, Joan G. (Green) of Quincy, formerly Dorchester, died October 20, 2017.
Joan adored her family and loved shopping, cooking, decorating, and entertaining. She enjoyed hosting holidays and a nice cup of tea. Her husband John was her soul mate, other half, and they shared an old fashioned romance since the day they met. She was the matriarch and caretaker...
James T. Collins
Oct 20, 2017
James Thomas Collins, 66, soul mate and beloved fiancé of Joan Swan, died Friday Oct. 20 at their home in Quincy, Mass. He was born March 26, 1951 in Milford, Connecticut to the late Mary Keating Collins and Thomas Francis Collins. He attended Boston University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in business administration. He was...
Paul F. Hayes
Oct 20, 2017
Paul F. Hayes a lifelong Quincy resident, died peacefully at home on October 20, 2017, at the age of 79.
Brother of the late Robert Hayes, and son of the late Edward and Catherine Hayes, Paul is survived by his sister-in-law Jutor Hayes of Brooklyn, NY.
Paul was a graduate of Boston College, and member of the Sacred Heart Parish....
Anfrey R. Phillips
Oct 20, 2017
Anfrey R. (George) Phillips, of Braintree, passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2017, at the age 101, after years of battling Alzheimer’s and failing health.
Anfrey was born January 22, 1916 in Quincy to the late David and Annie (Slibey) George, raised and educated in West Bridgewater and has resided in the same home in Braintree since 1942....
Patrick E. Carey
Oct 19, 2017
Carey, Patrick E. of Boston, passed away October 19, 2017.
Patrick was born in Boston to Marilyn A. (Terman) Carey of Norwood and the late Alfred J. Carey. He grew up in South Boston, attended English High School and later became a U.S. Navy veteran serving during Vietnam. Patrick worked for many years as a plumber and enjoyed fishing, reading...
James P. “Jim” Kelley
Oct 19, 2017
Kelley, James P. “Jim” of Weymouth, died October 19, 2017.
Jim was born in Woburn to the late Edward and Mary Kelley. He attended Cathedral High School, Boston College and was a graduate of Newbury Jr. College. Jim was a proud U.S. Army veteran and served his country from 1957 to 1959. He worked for many years as a Telecommunications...
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