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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...
Donald E. Baltucci
Nov 16, 2016
Donald E. Baltucci (Don), 83, of Hingham passed away peacefully on November 16, 2016 at home with his family by his side.
Don, son of the late Domenico and Gladys (Washburn) Baltucci; brother of the late Gladys Martin and Barbara Nix; beloved husband to his wife of 59 years, Carole (Williams) of Hingham; devoted father to Linda Natale and...
Jane A. Peterson
Nov 15, 2016
Jane A. (Taber) Peterson, 84, recently of Bridgewater, a long-time resident of Hingham, and part-time resident of Venice, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, November 15th, 2016, at South Shore Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Jane was born September 3, 1932 in South Weymouth and attended Weymouth schools. Jane began her career at the New England Confectionary Company in...
Mary “Patty” Baxter Chaput
Nov 15, 2016
Mary “Patty” Baxter Chaput of North Weymouth, passed away November 15, 2016.
Beloved daughter of the late Charles E. and Margaret (Connolly) Baxter. Loving fiance of Jeffrey L. Marks of North Weymouth. Devoted sister of Donna McCarthy and her husband Francis of South Boston, Christine Rebello and her husband Stephen of Franklin and the late Stephen J. Baxter. Cherished...
Doris G. Lynch
Nov 15, 2016
Lynch, Doris G. (Bindley) of Quincy, died November 15, 2016. Wife of the late Frederick L. Toomey and the late George S. Lynch. Loving mother of Frederick M. Toomey and his wife Marie of Danvers, Pauline McShane and her husband Jim of Weston. Irene Trainor and her husband Eddie of Quincy, Celia Foley and her husband Jim of Winthrop, George...
Antonia Reardon
Nov 15, 2016
Reardon, Antonia of Braintree, died November 15, 2016.
Beloved wife of the late Robert Blowers. Devoted mother of Michelle Smith and her husband Taylor, Marty Walter and his wife Cindy Polinsky, Michael Walter; and their father Tim Walter and his wife Karen. Cherished grandmother of William Walter, Rosie Walter and Marshall Smith. Loving sister of Marylou Savery and her husband...
Patricia A. Leavey
Nov 13, 2016
Leavey, Patricia A. “Pat” (McCarthy) of Weymouth, died November 13, 2016.
Survived by the love of her life, Kevin R. Leavey of Weymouth, dear sons Scott Fuller of Quincy and Michael Fuller of Palm Bay, FL, and cherished sister Maureen Connor and her husband Jim of Arlington. Also survived by her beloved nieces Caroline Connor, MD and husband Al Schroeder...