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Local Obituaries for Quincy, Hingham, Weymouth, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, MA & Surrounding Areas
Isabella G. (Russell) Coates
Oct 30, 2024
                                Isabella G. (Russell) Coates, of Westwood, formerly of Dorchester, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Stone Rehabilitation in Newton at the age of 87.
Isabella was born in St. John, New Brunswick, Canada on February 21, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Matthew and Genevieve (Findlay) Russell. Isabella was raised in New Brunswick and attended local schools....
                                
Carole Jean (Starchak) Guilfoile
Oct 29, 2024
                                Carole Jean (Starchak) Guilfoile, of Hingham, formerly of Mashpee, Cheshire and Wolcott, Connecticut, died peacefully after a valiant battle with Parkinson’s on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Rose Court at Linden Ponds in Hingham. She was 90.
Carole was born in Ansonia, Connecticut on May 12, 1934, the daughter of the late Carl and Eugenia (Bredice) Starchak. She graduated from Ansonia...
                                
Jackie "Gram" Glavin
Oct 29, 2024
                                Jackie “Gram” (Heeney) Glavin, of Quincy, passed away in her home on October 29th, 2024 surrounded by her loving family who she adored. She was 89.
Born in Boston, a daughter of the late William and Anna (Brett) Heeney, she had lived in Quincy for many years. Jackie was a woman of profound faith and was a daily communicant at Saint...
                                
Rosemary M. (Mealey) Reinhart
Oct 29, 2024
                                Rosemary M. (Mealey) Reinhart, of Quincy, died suddenly on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Boston Medical Center. She was 76.
Rosemary was born in Boston on June 24, 1948, and was the daughter of the late George Mealey and Bridget Mealey. She was the sister of the late Gerard Mealey. She was raised in South Boston, attended local schools, and graduated...
                                
June Denafio
Oct 28, 2024
June Denafio (Horsman) 77, born December 10,1946 died October 28,2024 after a courageous battle with pneumonia and heart disease. June was born with cerebral palsy which gave her many limitations that only others could see. She never let it stop her from doing all the things that a mother and a grandmother would do. June was a feisty lady, if...
John F. Nolan
Oct 28, 2024
                                Nolan, John F. of Dorchester, passed away on October 28, 2024. He was 94.
 Born and raised in the heart of Neponset, John's dedication to his hometown was evident in his tireless work to maintain and improve the local roads and infrastructure. 
John's commitment to service extended beyond his civilian career as he proudly served in the Army Reserves for 38 years....
                                
Michael P. Cronin
Oct 28, 2024
                                Michael Patrick Cronin, of Weymouth, a man known for his quick wit and inappropriate comments, passed away on October 28, 2024, at the age of 60. 
Michael was the beloved husband of Tracy Cronin (Hathaway) of Weymouth, with whom he shared a life full of laughter and mutual support. Loving father to Raeanna Cronin of Bridgewater, Robert Cronin, and Kyle Cronin,...
                                
Nancy Mehrmann
Oct 28, 2024
                                Nancy Mehrmann, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at the age of 87 in Weymouth, Massachusetts. Born on March 5, 1937, in Weymouth, Nancy was a lifelong resident of Hingham, where she cultivated deep roots and lasting memories.
A proud graduate of Mount Ida College, Nancy dedicated many years to her career as...
                                
Adele M. Simmons
Oct 28, 2024
Adele M. Simmons, age 69, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024, surrounded by family in North Providence, RI. She was born and raised in Weymouth, MA to Milton “Gramps” Nesson and Edith Levy. She was a loving mother to three and grandmother to six. Adele was a retired Medical/Nursing Assistant at the Allerton House for assisted living in...
Patrick Henry Duffy
Oct 27, 2024
                                Patrick H. Duffy, a longtime resident of Brockton, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, October 27, 2024. He was 85.
He was born in Boston to Mary (Farrell) and Edward Duffy and raised in Roxbury. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served for 3 years before returning home. He worked as a mechanic for over...
                                
Kimiko Lew
Oct 26, 2024
                                Kimiko Lew, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on October 26, 2024, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, at the age of 89. Born on July 15, 1935, in Motobu, Okinawa, Kimiko's life was a tapestry of dedication to her family, a testament to her resilience, and an embodiment of the warm spirit that touched everyone she met.
The beloved wife of...
                                
Grace M. Polizzotti
Oct 25, 2024
DEDHAM – It is with profound sadness that the Polizzotti family announces the death of Grace Mary (Sacchetti) Polizzotti, who passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, at the age of 95. A beloved and gifted elementary school teacher, Grace leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to improving the lives of many generations of students, some of whom...
James B. McGrath
Oct 25, 2024
James B. McGrath (OFD) of Weymouth, formerly of Dorchester and upstate New York, passed away on October 25, 2024 surrounded by his family. The beloved husband of 36 years to Barbara (Thackeray) McGrath. Son of the late John and Adelene (MacGowan) McGrath. Cherished brother of John McGrath and his wife Maureen of Abington, Thomas McGrath of Abington, Barbara Dever and...
Joseph O'Neill
Oct 25, 2024
                                Joseph O’Neill of Hyde Park, formerly of South Boston and Dorchester, died October 25, 2024 at the age of 68. 
Joe was a hard working housepainter for many years and often listened to music as he worked. He enjoyed fishing and camping with family. 
He was the father of James McGlone of Westport and his fiancee Erin Fennelly. Proud "Grampa Joe" to...
                                
James P. O'Day
Oct 23, 2024
                                James P. "Doc" O'Day, aged 79, of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. Born on September 6, 1945, in Boston, MA, Jim was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who left a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Martha O'Day, a bond that stood as a testament...
                                
Carmela "Mela" Marchione
Oct 23, 2024
                                Carmela “Mela” Marchione (Totino) of Hull passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
Carmela was born in Gioiosa Ionica, Reggio Calabria, Italy on November 20, 1937 to Francesco and Giuseppina Totino and was one of six siblings. Carmela married her husband Anthony Marchione (known to many as “Tony the Barber” from Station Street in...
                                
Joyce Heapes
Oct 22, 2024
                                Joyce Petersen Heapes joined her loved ones in heaven on October 22, at the age of 92. She is predeceased by her parents, Ralph and Alice Petersen, her brother, Ralph Petersen, her twin sister, Joanne McCarron and her son-in-law, Michael (Mickey) Conneely.
She will always be loved by her children: Jeanne Conneely of Weymouth, John Heapes and his wife, Sue of...
                                
Gary R. Shutter
Oct 22, 2024
                                Gary R. Shutter, born on May 22, 1950, in Camden, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, in Boston, Massachusetts. Gary's presence was a source of joy to all who knew him. 
Gary was the beloved husband of Claudia A. Shutter (Kenney) with whom he shared a life full of love and companionship. He was an affectionate brother to...
                                
Robert F. D'Amato
Oct 21, 2024
                                Robert F. D'Amato passed away suddenly on October 21 2024, at the age of 81
 Robert embarked on a fulfilling career in mechanical engineering at Raytheon where his dedication and expertise laid the foundation for a life devoted to learning and sharing knowledge. After his retirement, he embraced a new chapter at Lowe's, where he delighted in assisting customers with their...
                                
George Michael Downing
Oct 21, 2024
George Michael Downing of Quincy, formerly of the Bronx, NY passed away on October 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. George was a self-professed proud “BIC,” Bronx Irish Catholic. George’s journey began with humble roots, born to Irish immigrants, the late, Denis and Mary (Sullivan) Downing and raised in the Bronx. He proudly served as a Harvard University Police...


