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Eric Lane
Sep 12, 2016
Lane, Eric of Braintree, formerly of Canton, growing up in Newton, died on September 12, 2016. Eric was the Chief Financial Officer for Heroik Co. out of Braintree for 28 years. Survived by his loving daughter Lauren Lane of Shrewsbury, his special companion Noreen Fitzgerald of Dedham and his devoted uncle Mark Bertman of Quincy.
Graveside service officiated by...
Margaret Gillespie
Sep 12, 2016
Gillespie, Margaret Mary (Brown) “Peggy” of Quincy, died on September 12, 2016, surrounded by the family she loved. The beloved wife of the late James Gillespie. Loving mother of James Gillespie and his wife Lauraine of Quincy, Michael Gillespie and his wife Dru of Methuen, Lisa Marie Gillespie Carr of Norco, CA, Patrick Gillespie of Chicago, IL and Kelly Gillespie...
Mary F. Connolly
Sep 12, 2016
Connolly, Mary F. “Mimi” of Weymouth, passed away September 12, 2016.
The daughter of the late Joseph J. and Katherine L. (Maguire) Connolly. She was predeceased by her son, Willliam Michael Stauss and her sister, Katherine “Katie” Connolly.
Mary is survived by her loving daughter, Karyn M. Stauss, her grandson, William Joseph Foley and Her granddaughter, Arianna Noelle Foley...
Mary N. Fazio
Sep 12, 2016
Fazio, Mary N. (Pellegrino) of Hull, died September 12, 2016.
Mary’s main passion in life was her family and friends; she was happiest when surrounded by those she loved. Mary will be remembered for her positive and uplifting personality: a vibrant and universally respected woman, she was an inspiration and exemplar for four generations.
Mary only saw the...
John T. Lyons
Sep 11, 2016
Mr. John T. Lyons of Naples, FL, died Sunday, September 11, 2016.
John worked for the City of Boston as an engineer for 35 years. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving with the United States Army. He always was proud to be involved with the 82nd Airborne Division. John always enjoyed boating, fishing, and most especially loved spending time with...
Marion E. Tsao
Sep 11, 2016
Tsao, Marion E. (Eng) “Betty”, 87, of Ormond Beach, FL, formerly of Quincy and Braintree, died September 11, 2016.
Betty’s family was the first Chinese family in Quincy. Her father opened the first Chinese restaurant, King Joy, in Quincy during the 1940’s where Betty worked. She helped her brother Billy who published the American Reader magazine. Her favorite moment with...
Mildred J. Lyons
Sep 11, 2016
Mildred J. (Glynn) Lyons of Weymouth, died September 11, 2016. She was 89. Millie enjoyed crocheting, bowling, traveling to Florida and occasionally going to the casinos. She was an avid Red Sox fan and found much joy in attending the Hanson Senior Center, where she was blessed with many friends.
Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Lyons. Devoted mother...
Anne Hirst
Sep 11, 2016
Hirst, Anne (O’Brien) of Quincy, died September 11, 2016.
Anne could be found spending much time in her garden and enjoying her time outdoors. She and her husband loved to travel, visiting many parts of the world. Anne was an avid reader. Her main passion was her family and spending time with those she loved. Anne will be sadly...
Joan D. Lane
Sep 11, 2016
Lane, Joan D. (Lovewell) of Weymouth, passed away, September 11, 2016.
She was born in Boston, raised in Brookline attending school there, and after college graduation taught in the Framingham schools before returning to Brookline to teach in the same school where she had once been a student. She moved to Weymouth in 1952. Returning to teaching in 1961,...
Richard D. Quinn
Sep 11, 2016
Richard D. Quinn, of Weymouth, died September 11, 2016 at the age of 82.
Originally from Dorchester, Dick worked for 42 years at Boston Edison, retiring as an inspector. He served as a reservist in the U.S. Air Force. Attending his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events was one of his greatest joys.
He was the beloved husband and best friend...
Francis J. “Frank” Monahan
Sep 11, 2016
Francis J. “Frank” Monahan of Weymouth, formerly of Mission Hill and Dorchester, died September 11, 2016 at the age of 80.
Frank proudly served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army in the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. He worked as an accountant for many years. A longtime member of the K of C, Frank also volunteered at the Whipple...
Kathleen M. Murphy
Sep 10, 2016
Murphy, Kathleen of Weymouth passed away September 10, 2016.
Kathleen was an avid reader and she could always be found frequenting the library. She also volunteered for Project Bread for the Walk For Hunger. Kathleen will be dearly missed by all that who knew her.
Loving wife of 33 years to Joseph M. Murphy of Weymouth. Caring mother of...
Rita M. Quirk
Sep 10, 2016
Quirk, Rita May (Kelley), 91, of Hanover, formerly of Weymouth, passed away September 10, 2016.
Beloved wife of 54 years to the late George W. Quirk. Loving mother of Carol Ann Murphy and her husband Frank of Hanover, Maureen Geddis and her husband Steven of Hanover and Irene Egerton of Whitman. Cherished grandmother of Frank Murphy, Jr. and his wife...
Elizabeth A. Niak
Sep 10, 2016
Elizabeth A. (Nasalski) Niak of Randolph, formerly from Dorchester, died at home on September 10, 2016, surrounded by the family she cherished. The beloved wife of almost 22 years to George ”Butch” Niak of Randolph. Loving mother of Donald MacFarland, Jr. and his companion Colleen Mellios of Martha’s Vineyard, Richard MacFarland and his companion Bette Moore of Salem, NH, Debra...
James F. Broughton, Jr.
Sep 9, 2016
Broughton, James F. Jr., age 53, of Quincy, formerly Dorchester, after an incredibly hard fought battle with cancer. Jim died peacefully at home September 9, surrounded by those who loved him most.
Bereaved by his best friend and wife of 24 years, Lori (McKinnon) Broughton. Adored father of Amanda and Seamus Broughton of Quincy and his beloved Spaniel, Dempsey. ...
Heather A. Olsen
Sep 9, 2016
Olsen, Heather A. (Hunt) of Weymouth, passed away September 9, 2016.
Beloved daughter of Shirley (Flynn) Hunt of Nova Scotia, Canada. Loving mother of Michelle Zayas and her husband Eddie of Weymouth, Tina Olsen of Dorchester, Kimberly Olsen of Bridgewater and Joseph J. Olsen of Weymouth. Cherished grandmother of Christopher, Kevin, Maesiena, Gerlaine, J.J., Patrick, Mason, and Summer. Dear...
Marie R. Mcnulty
Sep 8, 2016
Marie R. (Sullivan) McNulty, a longtime Hingham resident, died September 8, 2016. The beloved wife of the late William J. McNulty. Loving mother of William J. McNulty, Jr. of Pembroke, John R. McNulty of Westwood, Thomas P. McNulty of Chatham, and Robert F. McNulty of Marshfield. Sister of Eleanor Crehan of West Roxbury and John Sullivan of Osterville. She...
Carolyn L. Coots
Sep 7, 2016
Carolyn L. (Lynch) Coots of Weymouth, died September 7, 2016.
Beloved wife of the late Edgar M. Coots, Sr. Loving mother of Edgar M. Coots, Jr. and his wife, Joanne, of Whitman, Marion J. Roche and her husband, the late Stephen, of Weymouth, and Robert E. Coots, Sr and his wife, Theresa, of Weymouth. Loving sister of Doris Castle of...
Ronald D. Hennessy, Jr.
Sep 7, 2016
Ronald D. Hennessy, Jr., of Scituate, Mass., unexpectedly, September 7, 2016.
Beloved son of Karen M. Marques. Stepson of Richard Marques. Son of the late Ronald D. Hennessy. Devoted grandson of Charlotte Powers and the late John W. Powers Jr., and the late Robert and Evelyn Hennessy. Cherished brother of Sarah M. Pinkham and her husband Jason, Lauren A....
Marie Troyan
Sep 6, 2016
Troyan, Marie (Tringali), of Weymouth, passed away peacefully, September 6, 2016. She was 87. Marie was born in the West End of Boston to Santo and Nunziata Tringali. She was of a large, close-knit Italian family. She was a devoted matriarch, an avid gardener and admirer of fine arts and culture. Beloved wife of the late Robert M. Troyan. Devoted...