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Local Obituaries for Quincy, Hingham, Weymouth, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, MA & Surrounding Areas
Simon Kongjinaj
Dec 28, 2024
Kongjinaj, Simon of Boston, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2024. He was 84. Simon's dedication to his work was matched only by his deep love for his family, a testament to his character that resonated with all who knew him.
In bidding farewell to Simon, we celebrate the remarkable life he led and the countless hearts he touched. His memory...
Mary Sue Ryan
Dec 28, 2024
Ryan, Mary Sue (Scott) of South Weymouth, passed away December 28th at her home surrounded by family after a long, courageous battle with dementia.
Born October 13,1938 in Covington, KY to Granville and Izetta (Young) Scott. Raised along with her two adored younger brothers James and Robert, who pre-deceased Mary Sue, in Southgate, KY among a large extended family of loving...
Kenneth Bruce Swart
Dec 28, 2024
Kenneth Bruce "Ken" Swart, of Hanover, died peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. He was 78.
Ken was born in Boston on February 4, 1946, and was adopted and raised by the late John H. and Myrtle A. (Clapp) Swart. He was raised in Abington and attended local schools. Ken graduated from Weymouth High...
John W. Maconochie
Dec 27, 2024
Maconochie, John W. of Quincy, formerly of North Weymouth, passed away on December 27, 2024, at age 71. John was known for his devotion to his family, his faith, his beloved Boston sports teams, and his wife of nearly 40 years, Ann “Dolly” (Cinquegrano).
An avid reader, and lover of chess and music, John’s greatest joys were found in appreciating life’s...
Patricia M. Dunn
Dec 27, 2024
Patricia (Dwyer) Dunn, of Weymouth, passed away peacefully at her home on December 27, 2024, at the age of 86. Born in 1938 in Weymouth, Patricia was the third of seven children born to Jeremiah and Ethel Dwyer.
A dedicated and passionate lifelong learner, Patricia earned an array of academic achievements throughout her life obtaining degrees from Laboure Nursing College, Boston...
Phyllis M. Rogers
Dec 27, 2024
Phyllis M. Rogers, of Weymouth and formerly of Quincy, passed peacefully at the Pat Roche Hospice Home on Friday, December 27, 2024. She was 78.
Beloved daughter of the late James “Buddy” and Catherine “Doris” (Danahy) Rogers. Phyllis is survived by her devoted sister Barbara Rogers whose steadfast care and support were a constant throughout her life.
A lifelong resident of Quincy,...
Joseph F. Zeolie Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Joseph F. Zeolie Jr., of Weymouth, passed away on December 26, 2024.
Joe worked as a Teamster for many years. He was very involved in his union and was the shop steward for many years until he retired.
He loved spending time with friends and family, whether it was in person, just in conversation, or over a good meal.
Joe was an avid...
Cheryl J. Sacchetti
Dec 26, 2024
Cheryl J. (Keith) Sacchetti, of Weymouth, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was 73 years old.
Born in Quincy, she was the daughter of the late Murray and Eleanor (Gentilucci) Keith and had lived in Weymouth for many years.
Cheryl was the beloved wife of Anthony G. Sacchetti, and a devoted mother to Anthony Sacchetti...
Edward Lerner
Dec 25, 2024
December 23, 1932 – December 25, 2024
Edward Lerner, 92, beloved husband and father, dedicated educator, textbook author and editor, and community leader, passed away peacefully at home in the Linden Ponds retirement community on December 25, 2024, with his wife of 64 years, Joan Bryan Lerner, by his side.
Born in Boston, Ed was the third son of immigrants from tsarist...
John "Jack" Hughes
Dec 24, 2024
John Joseph (Jack) Hughes of Hingham (formerly of Cotuit,) passed away from illness on December 24, 2024 at the age of 83. Cherished husband of Kathleen (Kip) Hughes. Loving father of Christine Elio (Carmen) of Hingham, Carolyn Hughes of Boston and John Hughes, Jr. (JJ) of Conifer, CO. Brother to Maryanne Rizzo of Walpole, the late Elizabeth Lydon of Harwich,...
Sandra L. Ruzzano
Dec 24, 2024
Sandra L. Ruzzano age 79 of South Weymouth, Massachusetts went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 24, 2024, while surrounded by her family. She passed unexpectedly of a sudden illness.
Originally from Quincy, she and her husband raised their children in South Weymouth. Sandy was a dedicated wife, and mother, who always put her family and others...
MaryAnn Conners
Dec 24, 2024
MaryAnn Conners (Graham) passed on December 24,2024 after a long illness at home surrounded by family. She was 70.
She was the daughter of the late Helen (Trenholm) and Joseph Graham and sister of the late James Graham of Quincy. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Gary Conners two daughters Debra Goodrow husband Jason of Abington and Kimberley...
Donald J. MacQuarrie
Dec 24, 2024
Donald J. “Donnie” MacQuarrie of Milton, died on Dec. 24, 2024 at home surrounded by the family he cherished. He was 90. The beloved husband of 64 years to Marion Marcella (Van Volsen) MacQuarrie. Cherished father of Allen MacQuarrie and his wife Margaret-Ann of Stoughton, Susan Canestaro and her husband Carmen of Wakefield, Douglas MacQuarrie and his wife Agnes of...
John F. Swirbalus
Dec 24, 2024
John F. Swirbalus BPD, of Quincy, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. He was 80.
He was born in Boston to Josephine (Ambrose) and Joseph Swirbalus and took great pride in being raised in South Boston. He attended South Boston High School and went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts from Boston State College. After serving in the U.S....
Peter W. Flynn
Dec 23, 2024
Peter W. Flynn of Rockland passed away on December 23, 2024 after a lengthy illness, he was 87. Peter was born in Quincy to the late Philip J. and Constance Flynn on June 16, 1937. He was predeceased by his brother Paul Flynn of Boston. He was the beloved husband of over 50 years to the late Barbara A. (Reardon)...
Anne Johnson Kimball
Dec 23, 2024
Anne Johnson Kimball of Hingham passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, December 23rd, 2024. Anne was born in Binghamton, NY on April 10th, 1935. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Baxter Burley, husbands Harry L. Johnson III, and Peter R. Kimball, and her granddaughter, Hannah Collins McCarthy.
From an early age, Anne displayed a...
Edward P. Rose
Dec 22, 2024
Edward P. Rose, affectionately known as "Eddie," passed away on December 22, 2024, at the age of 69. A devoted Boston firefighter, Eddie served with integrity and dedication, first on Ladder 21 in East Boston for ten years and later on Ladder 15 in Boston on Boylston Street where he retired. His commitment to fire service was deeply rooted in...
David A. MacDonald
Dec 20, 2024
David A. MacDonald, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, surrounded by love. He was the beloved Husband of the late Maureen MacDonald. Loving father of Kevin MacDonald and his husband Dana of Falmouth, Maureen and her husband Mark Quieto of Weymouth, and Stephen and his wife Nancy MacDonald of Weymouth. Cherished...
Frances R. Tuttle
Dec 20, 2024
Frances R. (Avena) Tuttle, 97, of Quincy, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024. She was the devoted wife of the late Charles (“Buddy”) W. Tuttle, and the daughter of the late Mary (Rosati) Avena of South Boston. She was the eldest of six siblings, and was predeceased by John Avena, Jean Franzoni, Lorraine Marsh, and Sally Cornett, and is...
Patricia A. Dalton
Dec 20, 2024
Patricia A. Dalton, born on January 14, 1947, in Boston, MA, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of the late James E. and Barbara A. Bergin.
Patricia was a devoted sister to Barbara, Linda, Jimmy, and Michael and is fondly remembered as the sister to the late Janet, John, and Paul. She was a loving...


