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Robert H. LaFavre
Nov 13, 2024
Robert H. LaFavre of Weymouth, formerly of Quincy, passed away surrounded by his loving family on November 13, 2024. He was 86.
Bob taught auto body repair at Quincy Vo-Tech High School for many years, retiring in 1995.
Bob loved family gatherings and especially enjoyed hosting birthday and holiday celebrations, usually ending with a family cribbage tournament.
Bob was very active and loved...
Douglas R. Waters
Nov 12, 2024
Douglas R. Waters of Scituate, formerly of Braintree, passed away on November 12, 2024 surrounded by love at the age of 59.
Doug was hard working and a great provider for his family. He was devoted to and adored his wife and children. Doug loved creating memories with his family, traveling to many places including New Hampshire, Florida, Humarock, countless other...
Judithanne P. (McGrail) Cote
Nov 12, 2024
Judithanne P. (McGrail) Cote, of W. Bridgewater, passed away surrounded by her loving family on November 12, 2024. She was 62.
Born in Boston, raised in Neponset, daughter of the late John and Gladys (McGann) McGrail, she has lived in West Bridgewater for almost 30 years.
Judithanne worked for Northeastern University Law School Admissions until her retirement in 2017.
A lover of animals,...
Linda A. Provost
Nov 12, 2024
Linda A. Provost, a beloved sister and aunt, passed away on November 12, 2024, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, at the age of 63. Born on November 1, 1961, in Providence, Rhode Island, Linda brought joy and love to all who knew her throughout her life.
Linda was fiercely independent, and her family took great pride in her strength resilience. She was a...
Mary A. Mitchelson
Nov 12, 2024
Mitchelson, Mary A. (Foley) of Hingham formerly of Weymouth, passed away on November 12, 2024 surrounded by her family, due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. She was 80 years old.
Loving wife of 56 years to William (“Bill”) Mitchelson of Hingham. Cherished mother to her four children: Timothy and his wife Jennifer of Hanover, Mark and his wife Hannah of Marshfield,...
Pauline M. Whelan
Nov 12, 2024
Pauline M. Whelan of Marshfield, formerly of North Quincy and Braintree, passed away at home with her family by her side on November 12, 2024 at the age of 65.
Pauline grew up in North Quincy in a tightly-knit neighborhood on French St., and graduated from NQHS, Class of '78. She loved her family and her dogs with all her heart...
Hortencia Mercedes Aguilera Bongarzone
Nov 11, 2024
Hortencia passed peacefully at her home on November 11th. She was born in Santiago Chile. She believed in eating healthy and had a holistic way about her. She married her husband, Joseph Luis Bongarzone not once but twice. They lived in New York prior to moving to Hull. Hortencia lived her life for her family. She adored her son John...
Maynard Dube
Nov 11, 2024
Maynard Dube, of Weymouth passed away peacefully on November 11, surrounded by love and family.
Maynard was known for his easy-going, laid-back personality, coupled with a great sense of humor. He had a genuine, caring nature that endeared him to those around him. Throughout his life, family was his proudest accomplishment and his greatest passion. He often found joy in simple...
Margaret Mary "Peggy" Cafferty
Nov 11, 2024
Margaret Mary “Peggy” Cafferty of Quincy, passed away on Monday, November 11th, 2024. She was 84.
She was born in Sargura, Curry, Co. Sligo, Ireland to Mary (Roddy) and James Cafferty. She was raised in Ireland and emigrated to the U.S. in 1959. In addition to her initial employments, she took on further education which eventually led her to secure employment...
William M. Hoxie
Nov 11, 2024
William M. Hoxie of East Sandwich and South Weymouth passed away at the age of 91 on November 11, 2024, Veteran’s Day.
Born in Quincy on January 28, 1933, he was the son of the late Everett W. and Alice M. Malone Hoxie.
Proud graduate of Quincy High School Class of 1950, he went on to graduate from Bentley College Class of...
Sally Schworm-MacKay
Nov 11, 2024
Sally Schworm-MacKay, a beacon of kindness and warmth, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, in Weymouth, MA, at the age of 79. Born on September 12, 1945, in New Braintree, MA, Sally was the cherished daughter of the late Evelyn Marie (Fournier) and Calvin O. MacKay. Her life was a tapestry of love, service, and joy that touched the...
Pearl (Campbell) Frazier
Nov 9, 2024
Pearl (Campbell) Frazier, of Braintree, formerly of Quincy, died peacefully on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. She was 82.
Pearl was born in Cambridge on July 12, 1942, and was the daughter of the late James Campbell and Daisy Edith (VanIderstine) Carroll. She was raised in Cambridge and attended local schools.
Pearl worked as an administrative...
Mark Alfred Martin Solander
Nov 9, 2024
Mark Alfred Martin Solander, 29, of Quincy, Massachusetts, passed away at home on November 9th, 2024, after a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer.
Mark was born in Boston on February 16th, 1995, and was raised in his family home in Quincy Point. Mark enjoyed the many family vacations and gatherings as well as helping his father with home projects.
A graduate of...
Susan M. Ciarfella
Nov 9, 2024
In Loving Memory of
Susan M. Ciarfella, age 75, of Whitman, passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2024. Born and raised in Quincy, Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Louis and Anne Marie Ciarfella. She attended Central Junior High and North Quincy High School, where she was known for her lively spirit as a majorette.
A proud Northeastern University Husky,...
Christine Marie Trodella
Nov 9, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christine M. Trodella, age 58, after a brief but brave battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on November 9, 2024.
Christine was born on July 20, 1966, to Richard Jarvis and Carol Amico. She is survived by her son, Nicolas Trodella and his partner, Tyler...
Dolores Edna Wenzel
Nov 8, 2024
Dolores Edna (Hale) Wenzel, age 80, of North Quincy, MA, formerly of Beacon Falls, CT, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024, surrounded by her devoted sons. Born in Manhattan, New York, on July 4, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Oliver and Magdelena (Wettach) Hale. At around the age of four, Dolores entered the Sheltering Arms...
Patricia A. Conway
Nov 8, 2024
Conway, Patricia A. (Sullivan) of Milton, originally of South Boston and Quincy, died November 8, 2024 after a very brief illness.
Pat was married for 45 years to her beloved husband Ronald. They were blessed with a deeply loving relationship and were devoted to each other, from meeting on the Cape in their early 20’s through a lifetime of friendship and...
Dolores A. Calabro
Nov 8, 2024
Dolores A (Cambria) Calabro of Abington, formerly of Quincy passed peacefully in her sleep on November 8, 2024 at the age of 79.
Dolores was a woman of immense faith and strength. On Sundays, her love of cooking and family gatherings often brought people together, some invited and some not. Dolores enjoyed the festivities that came with each holiday but had...
Jacob J. Foss
Nov 7, 2024
Foss, Jacob J. of Pembroke, died November 7, 2024.
Jake adored his family, was a proud Marine and had a deep love for animals and nature. Starting at a young age, Jake had a passion for motorcycles and weightlifting, which he continued throughout his adult life. He received his master's degree from Bridgewater State University and worked as a police officer...
Karl E. Ericson
Nov 7, 2024
Karl E. Ericson passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at the age of 100 in Plymouth. Born on August 21, 1924, in Quincy to the late Anna and Bernard Ericson of Sweden. Karl's life was a century-spanning journey marked by dedication, love, and the simple joys that create a life well-lived.
Growing up in Weymouth, Karl's early years laid the...
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