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Helen (Simo) Tasselari

Helen (Simo) Tasselari

Feb 12, 2014

Tasselari, Helen (Simo) died peacefully on Wednesday February 12, 2014, surrounded by her loving family, she was 89.

She was the beloved wife of 66 years to Kalam “Harry” Tasselari, who pre-deceased her in 2011. Loving mother of her son Donnie Tasselari and his wife Mary of Plymouth and her sons Paul and John Tasselari both of Quincy. She leaves...

Mats E. Viggh

Mats E. Viggh

Feb 12, 2014

Viggh, Mats E. of Hingham, formerly of Topsfield, died February 12, 2014.

Beloved husband of Anita Prollius Viggh of Hingham. Loving father of Erik Otto Viggh and his wife Eva of Sjöbo, Sweden, Anna Birgitta Viggh of Washington, DC, and Herbert Erik Mattias Viggh and his wife Julia of Boxborough. Cherished grandfather of 3 grandchildren in Sweden and 4 grandchildren...

Thomas J. Lyons Sr.

Thomas J. Lyons Sr.

Feb 12, 2014

Lyons, Thomas, J. Sr. of Weymouth, died February 12, 2014. He was 66.

Tom was a Pipefitter for many years for Local # 537. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and most of all enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Tom was a Vietnam Veteran serving with the United States Marines.

Beloved husband of 42 years to Cheryl ...

Elizabeth F. (Mccarthy) Trabucco

Elizabeth F. (Mccarthy) Trabucco

Feb 12, 2014

Trabucco, Elizabeth F. “Betty” (McCarthy) of Rockland, February 12, 2014.

Beloved wife of Charles “Russell” Trabucco of Rockland. Loving mother of Erica Harrington and her husband Neal of Rockland, Mark Trabucco and his wife Erin of Abington and Christopher Trabucco and his wife Devin of Medford.  Dear sister of Christine Witas of S. Boston, Nancy Grant of Rockland, Mary Bosse...

Donald J. Edwards

Donald J. Edwards

Feb 11, 2014

Edwards, Donald J. of Hingham and Yarmouth Port, February 11, 2014, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer.

Beloved husband of Rosemary (Clancy) Edwards of Yarmouth Port.  Loving father of Donald J. Edwards, Jr. and his girlfriend Kristin MacDonald, both of Hull, Susan Gubbins and her husband Patrick of Dennis, and...

Edward J. Davies

Edward J. Davies

Feb 11, 2014

Davies, Edward J. of Hanover, died February 11, 2014. He was 85.

Edward was raised in Braintree, graduating from Braintree High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. Edward worked as a skilled carpenter for many years, retiring in 1993. In his early years he enjoyed traveling, exploring many areas of Europe. He also enjoyed...

Darla K. Tangherlini

Darla K. Tangherlini

Feb 10, 2014

Tangherlini, Darla K. of Rockland, died February 10, 2014.

Beloved wife of Armando H.Tangherlini. Mother of Armando B. Tangherlini of Anniston, Alabama, David W. Tangherlini of Boston, and the late Theresa A. Marchant. Sister of the late Maryann Ferguson, Grandmother of Mathew and his wife, Chrissy, Tabitha, Krystal and her husband, Anthony, and Nicole. Great grandmother of Taylor, Kirsten, Mathew,...

Orla M. Murray

Orla M. Murray

Feb 9, 2014

Murray, Orla M. of Quincy, formerly of Clonmel, Co. Tipperary died on February 9, 2014 at MGH. 

Beloved wife of Eric Murray and daughter of Maureen and Patrick. Orla was born in Ireland and came to the United States in 1989. Her first community of friends began during her work as a Nanny in Boston but her compassionate nature...

James Machado Jr.

James Machado Jr.

Feb 9, 2014

Machado, James, Jr.  of Quincy, died February 9, 2014.

Beloved husband of the late Alice (Antonitus) Machado.  Loving father of the  James J. Machado  and his wife Susan of Weymouth and AnnMarie Lanoue and her partner Daniel Sullivan of Braintree and the late Edward H. Machado. Brother of the late Herbert Marshall, Joseph Machado and William Marshall.  Cherished grandfather of...

Charles Wallace Snow

Charles Wallace Snow

Feb 8, 2014

Snow, Charles Wallace of Kingston, (formerly of Weymouth) died February 8, 2014.

Charlie was born and raised in Bellows Falls, VT where he also met his wife, Marjorie, of over 60 years. Charlie served in the Navy Seabees during WWII and soon after moved to Boston where he attended Wentworth for electrical engineering. Charlie later taught a class in electrical...

Mary L. Ferson

Mary L. Ferson

Feb 8, 2014

Ferson, Mary “Manya” L.  ( Kleczek) of Milton, formerly of Dorchester died February 8, 2014.   Beloved wife of the late James R. Ferson. Loving mother of Kathleen MacKenzie and her husband Andrew of Abington, James Ferson and his wife Ellen of Sandwich, Debra Ferson of East Sandwich, John Ferson of Milton,  Joseph Ferson of Watertown and Robert Ferson of Bourne....

John A. “Al” Mcguirk

John A. “Al” Mcguirk

Feb 7, 2014

John A. “Al” McGuirk of Quincy, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2014. 

Al was born on March 28, 1938 to the late Russel and Lidia McGuirk.  He grew up in Boston with his 9 brothers and sisters.

Al served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and was proud of his service to his country. He...

Arlene K. Holleman

Arlene K. Holleman

Feb 7, 2014

Holleman, Arlene K. (McLain) of South Boston, died February 7, 2014.

Beloved mother of David Holleman of South Boston, Denise Clark of Dorchester and Dorothy Levesque of Quincy.  Devoted sister of   Frank McLain of Braintree, Barbara Baker of Braintree, Thomas McLain of  Somerville, Richard McLain of Dorchester, Brian McLain of South Boston, Maureen  McLain of South Boston and the late...

Jean B. Crowley

Jean B. Crowley

Feb 7, 2014

 Jean B. Crowley of East Bridgewater formerly of Randolph and West Quincy passed away on February 7, 2014 at the age of 86.

Mrs. Crowley is survived by her children, Richard Schatzl and his wife Lori of Merrimack, N.H., Dana Schatzl of Avon and Kimberlee (Schatzl) Sheehan and her husband Robert of East Bridgewater. She was also the mother of...

Gertrude M.A. (Longchamps) Houle

Gertrude M.A. (Longchamps) Houle

Feb 5, 2014

Gertrude M.A. “Trudy” (Longchamps) Houle of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2014 at The Colonial Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Weymouth, Massachusetts. She was 89. 

Trudy was born on May 22nd, 1924 in Fall River, Massachusetts, a daughter of the late Paul Hyppolite Longchamps and Annette (Boileau) Longchamps.  Entering elementary school, she only spoke the language of...

Gerald F. Carr

Gerald F. Carr

Feb 5, 2014

Carr, Gerald F. of West Ossipee, NH, died February 5, 2014.

Gerald was a Truck Driver for the Teamsters Union for over 30 years. He was also a veteran serving with the United States Navy.

Beloved husband of the late Pamela M. (Totten). Loving father of Michael D. Carr and his wife, Michelle, of Weymouth, and Michele D. Montana and...

Richard W. “Rick” Hill

Richard W. “Rick” Hill

Feb 4, 2014

Hill, Richard W. “Rick” of Rockland, died February 4, 2014.

Rick worked for many years as a Maintenance Manager for Corcoran Management. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing and kayaking. Rick was also known for telling some corny jokes and always enjoyed spending times with his nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed by all those who had the...

Arthur W. “Bill” Olson

Arthur W. “Bill” Olson

Feb 3, 2014

Olson, Arthur W. “Bill” of Weymouth, died February 3, 2014 at the age of 87.

Bill was the owner of Comfort Control, Inc, an HVAC company in Weymouth. A lover of the outdoors, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and skiing.

Beloved husband of Louise M. (Blackburn) Olson. Loving father of Barbara Olson of CA, John Olson of Weymouth, Linda  Lenard...

Joan L. (Kerrigan) Hatfield

Joan L. (Kerrigan) Hatfield

Feb 3, 2014

Hatfield, Joan L. (Kerrigan) of Quincy, recently passed on February 3, 2014, she was 83.

The beloved wife of  John R. Hatfield, Sr. celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on Jan. 23, 2014, attended by the entire clan and many close friends. Devoted mother of Carol Hatfield of Quincy, John R. Hatfield, Jr. and his wife Tracy of Whitman, Maureen Aronson...

Patricia M. (O’Reilly) Bowles

Patricia M. (O’Reilly) Bowles

Feb 2, 2014

Bowles, Patricia M. (O’Reilly) of Quincy, died February 2, 2014. 

Pat graduated from St. Peter’s High School in Dorchester.  She spent many days at Castle Island where she would watch the planes fly overhead.  Pat enjoyed bingo, crochet, Knitting, reading and spending time with those she loved.  Pat will be remembered for her giving, patient and caring personality. She...

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