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Brian R. Beaton
Nov 26, 2016
Beaton, Brian Richard of Stuart, FL (formally of North Quincy/Boston) died November 26, 2016 after a long battle with addiction.
Brian graduated from North Quincy High School, where he was a strong and devoted athlete. A two sport star, he played goalie and was captain for the hockey team as well as a centerfielder and captain for the baseball...
James P. Ryan
Nov 26, 2016
James P. Ryan of Hingham, passed away on November 26, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.
Jim worked for 33 years at the Charlestown Navy Yard as a welder. An avid boater, he was a member of the Town River Yacht Club in Quincy for 46 years. Jim proudly served as a veteran during the Korean War in the U.S....
Michael T. Coughlin
Nov 25, 2016
Mr. Michael T. Coughlin, of Quincy, passed away on November 25, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of Laurie D. (Demong) Coughlin.
Loving father of Kristin C. Collins and her husband, Sean, of Milton, Daniel D. Coughlin of Quincy, and Allison C. Cutrone and her husband, Arthur, of New York, NY. Brother of Thomas Keim of San...
Rosemary C. Edwards
Nov 24, 2016
Edwards, Rosemary C. (Clancy) of Hingham, died November 24, 2016, surrounded by the love of her family, friends and caregivers on Thanksgiving morning at her home in Avita.
Rose graduated from Albertus Magnus College with a BA in English and Education. She taught 7th grade English in the Newton Public Schools. She went on to earn her Master’s degree in...
Jane L. Wallace
Nov 24, 2016
Jane grew up in Dorchester and was the youngest of nine children of Italian immigrant parents from Italy and Switzerland. Jane enjoyed working at Gillette for many years before marrying Peter (her “partner in crime”). She and Peter spent their early married life in Jamaica Plain before moving to Quincy to raise their family. She was extremely creative and loved...
Philip L. Ricciuti
Nov 23, 2016
Ricciuti, Philip L. of Quincy passed away surrounded by his loving family November 23, 2016.
Philip was a lifelong resident of Quincy. He was a proud veteran of the US Army Air Corp. He was co-owner of the Hancock Monument Company for 71 years and was still working up until his last hospital stay. Philip attended Boston University for...
Richard C. O’Donnell
Nov 22, 2016
O’Donnell, Richard C. of Hull, died November 22, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer.
The beloved husband of the late Susan (Fitzpatrick) O’Donnell. Devoted father of Caitlin Richardson and her husband Kevin of Hull. Cherished brother of Carol Fitzgerald of Hanson, Judith Knightly of Scituate, Helen Parlon of East Wakefield, NH, Donna O’Donnell of Marshfield, Thomas O’Donnell formerly of...
Bruce W. Adukonis
Nov 21, 2016
Bruce W. Adukonis, of Quincy, Massachusetts, passed away on November 21, 2016, after eighteen months of treatment for stage IV lung cancer. Mr. Adukonis was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts, son of John P. Adukonis and Jeanne Adukonis. Mr. Adukonis’ early years were enriched by the love and care of his maternal grandparents, Albert Burgess and Rose Catherine Burgess.
A...
Virginia M. Smith
Nov 20, 2016
Virginia M. (Craig) Smith, of Hull, Ma. and Marco Island, Fla. passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 20, 2016.
Beloved wife of 59 years to Francis R. Smith of Hull, Ma. and Marco Island Fla. Loving mother of Kathleen Kelly and her husband John of Hingham, Michael Smith and his wife Patricia of Bourne, GinnyAnn Bettuchy and...
Kimberly Nash-Carroll
Nov 20, 2016
Kimberly Nash-Carroll of N. Weymouth, died November 20, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 47.
Kim worked at her family’s business, Wrye’s Lobster Shop, in N. Weymouth. For the last 10 years, she worked at Kelly’s Landing in N. Weymouth.
Kim was the loving mother of Kelsey Lamarr and Richard Carroll, both of N. Weymouth....
Michael J. Hawkes
Nov 20, 2016
Hawkes, Michael J. of So. Boston, formerly of Weymouth and Murrells Inlet, SC, died suddenly on November 20, 2016.
Family was the most important part of Michael’s life. He adored his wife Ann and daughter Ashley. His “grand puppies “Duggan and Emma” brought him great joy. Michael grew up in So. Boston and maintained many of his childhood friendships. ...
Richard “Dick” Cobb
Nov 20, 2016
Richard T. “Dick” Cobb of Braintree, formerly of Roslindale and Mission Hill, passed away November 20, 2016.
Beloved husband of 54 years to Kathleen (King) Cobb of Braintree. Loving father of Colleen Foley and her husband John of Braintree, Jeff Cobb and his wife Claire of Dedham, Michele Kilmain and her husband Charles of Braintree, Daniel Cobb and his...
Douglas J. King
Nov 19, 2016
Douglas J. King of North Weymouth, formerly of West Newbury, died November 19, 2016 at the age of 61.
Doug had a lifelong passion and love for the water and was an avid sailor and kayaker. He always took an interest in others and cherished relationships. He will be remembered for his upbeat and positive outlook on life.
Loving father...
Gail F. Mckay
Nov 19, 2016
Gail F. (Mason) McKay, died November 19, 2016 after a short battle with lung cancer.
Devoted mother of Joseph McKay of Weymouth and Lori Mabb and her husband William of Weymouth. Cherished Grandma of Jessica and Jake. Beloved daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy Mason. Loving sister of Linda Pirie of Milton and Joan Gomes of Hanover. Also...
Colleen Marie Hope
Nov 17, 2016
Hope, Colleen Marie (McAuliffe) of Spencer, formerly of Quincy, died November 17, 2016. The beloved wife of Eric S. Hope of Spencer. Daughter of the late Francis and Mary (Phelan) McAuliffe. Cherished sister of Marie Courage, Janice McAuliffe and Patrick McAuliffe all of Quincy and Michael McAuliffe of Whitman. Loving aunt of Michael Francis Courage of Quincy. She is...
Marguerite V. Herzfelder
Nov 16, 2016
Herzfelder, Marguerite V. (Duffy) of Linden Ponds in Hingham, died November 16, 2016, at the age of 91.
Marguerite grew up in New York City and Long Island, NY, and led an adventurous life while making a happy home for her husband and children in South America, Texas and Spain. She was also a talented amateur actress, winning the Best...
Mary T. Davis
Nov 16, 2016
Davis, Mary T. (Greene) of Quincy passed away peacefully on November 16, 2016 with her loving family by her side at the age of 90. Mary was originally from South Boston and lived in Dorchester for many years.
The beloved wife of the late Paul Davis. Devoted mother of Patricia Davis-Hagens and her husband Gary of Cincinnati, Ohio, Kathleen “Happy”...
Rosemary R. Warren
Nov 16, 2016
Warren, Rosemary R. (Leary) “Roses” of Boston, died November 16, 2016.
Rosemary adored her family, especially her daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She kept a deep Faith in Christ and prayed the Rosary every day. She enjoyed gardening and took pride in her rose bushes and dogwood tree in her yard. Her “Grammy cookies”, brownies, and date nut bread,...
Barbara F. Duker
Nov 16, 2016
Barbara F. (Anderson) Duker of North Weymouth, MA and Englewood, FL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, November 16, 2016.
Beloved wife of 65 years to Walter E. “Sonny” Duker, Jr. of Weymouth. Loving mother of Donna L. Conlon and her husband Francis and Marcia E. Reddington and her husband Thomas all of Weymouth. Dear sister...
Kathleen G. Fratus
Nov 16, 2016
Fratus, Kathleen G. (Williamson) – of Quincy died peacefully in her sleep on November 16, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was 77 years old.
Kathleen (Kaye) was born and raised in South Boston and attended South Boston High School. She was also a graduate of UMass Boston and Cambridge College.
For many years she worked at...
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