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Michael A. Shaffer

Michael A. Shaffer

Jan 30, 2014

Shaffer, Michael A.  a lifelong resident of Hull, died by accident on January 30, 2014, he was 48.

Beloved son of James Shaffer of Hull and his friend Bobbye Painton and son of  the late Carol (Colwill) Shaffer. Stepson of the late Eleanor M. Conneely-Shaffer.  Cherished father of Courtney M. Shaffer, Michael A Shaffer,II, Christopher M. and Steven Shaffer all...

Richard M. Barrett Sr.

Richard M. Barrett Sr.

Jan 30, 2014

Barrett, Richard M., Sr. of Weymouth, January 30, 2014.

Beloved husband of 54 years of Virginia (MacEachern) Barrett of Weymouth. Loving father of Richard M. Barrett, Jr. of Weymouth, Robert M. Barrett and his wife Donna and Ronald M. Barrett and his wife Joanne of Brockton.  Dear brother of Maryellen Reardon of Louisianna, Daniel C. Barrett of Weymouth and the...

Janet C. (Muldoon) Barry

Janet C. (Muldoon) Barry

Jan 30, 2014

Janet C. (Muldoon) Barry, of Milton, a retired sales associate at Sears, died at Hancock Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Quincy on Thursday, January 30, 2014.  She was 79.

Janet was born in Boston and raised in the city’s Dorchester section where she graduated from St. Gregory High School in 1952. She then studied at the former Boston Clerical...

Edward F. Larkin Jr.

Edward F. Larkin Jr.

Jan 30, 2014

Larkin, Edward F., Jr. of Abington, died January 30, 2014.

Ed was a Weymouth Police Officer for many years and he was also a member of the Abington American Legion. He was also a Vietnam Veteran serving with the United States Army.

Husband of Catherine (Martin) Larkin. Father of  Kelly  Nichols of West Virginia, John Larkin and his wife, Kathleen,...

Jannette Villamil

Jannette Villamil

Jan 30, 2014

Villamil, Jannette of Quincy, MA, died January 30, 2014.

Jannette loved spending time with her family, being near the water, and reading.  She enjoyed cooking and her recipes were fantastic.  Jannette was a Christian and had a strong faith in God.  She attended law school in Colombia and continued her studies in the states which led to her work as...

Walter F. Skrickus

Walter F. Skrickus

Jan 30, 2014

Skrickus, Walter F. of Hingham, died January 30, 2014, he was 94. 

Beloved husband of the late Mary T. (Mooney) Skrickus. Brother of the late Constance, Bronie and Edward Skrickus. Walter was an avid sailor and yachting historian. He enjoyed the beauty of sailing in Hingham Bay and around the islands of Boston Harbor. He was part owner of...

Stefania A. Barossi

Stefania A. Barossi

Jan 29, 2014

Barossi, Stefania A (Picarski) of S. Weymouth, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2014 at the age of 90.

Stefania always enjoyed travelling no matter the destination and most importantly always loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Beloved wife of the late Salvatore...

William K. Mayer, Jr.

William K. Mayer, Jr.

Jan 28, 2014

Mayer, William K., Jr.  “Billy” of Hanson, formerly of Quincy, died after a courageous battle on January 28, 2014, he was 63.

The beloved husband of 27 years to Barbara (Devlin). Devoted father of Kevin and Kasey Mayer both of Hanson. Son of the late William K. Mayer,Sr. and Elsie (Pemberton) Mayer. Loving brother of Patricia Collins and her husband...

Samuel Brown, Jr.

Samuel Brown, Jr.

Jan 28, 2014

Brown, Samuel, Jr. of Quincy, January 28, 2014.

Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (Sheehan) Brown.  Loving father of Kevin J. Brown of New York City, Kathryn E. Dame of Quincy, William T. Brown of Abington, Elizabeth L. Wicklund of Abington, Eileen B. Sweet of South Carolina and Stephen G. Brown of Rockland. Dear brother of James Brown of Quincy...

Carroll O. Provost

Carroll O. Provost

Jan 28, 2014

Provost, Carroll O of Weymouth, died January 28, 2014.

Born and raised In Dexter, Maine. Mr. Provost worked for Boston Gear Works for 40 years as a senior engineer/tool designer. A decorated World War II veteran serving in the United States Army, Mr. Provost was recruited as an elite skier and mountaineer for the 10th Mountain Infantry in 1944. He...

Louise B. Burke

Louise B. Burke

Jan 27, 2014

Burke, Louise B. (Miller) of Weymouth, formerly of Dorchester, January 27, 2014.

Daughter of the late John D. and Helen V. (Connolly) Miller.  Loving mother of Christina Gagne and her husband Mathieu of Wakefield and Patrick Burke of Braintree. Dear sister of Rosamond Abbott of Weymouth, Virginia Sullivan of Weymouth, Edward Miller of Milton, Marie Melchin of Abington, Kathleen Riley...

Mary F. “Maisie” Mccarthy

Mary F. “Maisie” Mccarthy

Jan 27, 2014

McCarthy, Mary F. “Maisie” (Halpin) Kilroy- of Quincy, died January 27, 2014. 

Maisie worked as a long time nurses aid for the Eventide nursing facility in Quincy where she met many wonderful friends over the years including her dear friend Peggy White.  She enjoyed spending time with her beloved dog Angel and was an avid QVC shopping.  Maisie’s life...

Constance M. Stokinger

Constance M. Stokinger

Jan 27, 2014

Stokinger, Constance M. (LaChance) of Quincy, died January 27, 2014.

Constance’s life revolved around her immediate and extended loving family.  She instilled the value of education in her children, was an avid reader, and served the City of Quincy during the elections as a Precinct Warden.  Constance was a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts and continued to volunteer her...

Joan D. Nash

Joan D. Nash

Jan 26, 2014

Nash, Joan D. of Hull, died January 26, 2014. 

Beloved wife of the late Stewart A. Nash of Hull.  Loving mother of Robert Nash and wife Annie of Hull, Michael Nash and wife Maxine of Hull, Timothy Nash of Hingham, David Nash of Hull, Kathleen Campbell of Hull, Christopher Nash of Chelsea, Daniel Nash of West Hollywood, CA, Tara...

Thomas G. Shea

Thomas G. Shea

Jan 26, 2014

Shea, Thomas G. of Weymouth, formerly of Cambridge, died January 26, 2014.

Tom was an active parishioner of Immaculate Conception Parish where he sang in the choir for many years. He was a member of the Third Order, Society of St. Francis, the Garden Club in Weymouth and was a friend of Bill W. As a skilled poet, Tom was...

Charles E. Stockbridge

Charles E. Stockbridge

Jan 25, 2014

Stockbridge, Charles E.  of Quincy formerly of Cohasset,  died January 25, 2014.  Beloved husband of Arlene (O’Neill) Stockbridge of Quincy.  Loving father of Charles R. Stockbridge of and his wife Jennifer of Winthrop and Paul C. Stockbridge of Quincy.  Brother of the late Geneva, Alice and Howard.  Grandfather of Charles, Diana and Ryan Stockbridge. 

Charles was a Police Officer...

John F. “Jack” Chenette

John F. “Jack” Chenette

Jan 25, 2014

Chenette, John F. (Jack), of Hough’s Neck, Quincy, died January 25, 2014. 

Beloved husband of Cynthia Chenette (Cindy Pitts), also of Quincy. Loving father of John Chenette and his wife Carrie, the late Matthew Chenette, Lucas Chenette, Michael Chenette, Kristin Chenette and fiancé Eric Westhaver, all of Quincy, Diana Littlewood and her husband Steve of Holbrook, step father of...

Lea J. Desmond

Lea J. Desmond

Jan 24, 2014

Desmond, Lea J. of Weymouth, died January 24, 2014.

Lea’s most enjoyment in life was her family and was always willing to care for others. She enjoyed baking and cooking and will be sorely missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Beloved wife of the late James R. Desmond. Loving mother of Barry Desmond and his...

Loretta A. Fox

Loretta A. Fox

Jan 24, 2014

Fox, Loretta A. “Peggy” of North Weymouth, passed away Friday, January 24, 2014 from age related complications.

Loretta was born on May 23, 1927 to John and Loretta Mancini. For many years she worked as a waitress at various places. She loved to read, crosswords, and most anything that kept her mind sharp. She loved the ocean and loved living...

James J. Almeida

James J. Almeida

Jan 24, 2014

James J. Almeida of Weymouth and formerly of the West End died January 24, 2014 at the age of 93.

James was a proud U.S. Navy veteran who served from 1942 to 1964 as Petty Officer First Class. He later worked for the U.S. Postal Service until his retirement in 1978. In retirement, he worked for Filene’s. James cherished spending...

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