Jo-Anne Coulstring, 71 of Nipomo, CA formerly of Rockland died on December 28, 2008 after a brief illness. She was born in Brockton, daughter of the late Frederick and Inez (Petrino) Wyman and was raised and educated in Rockland by her dad and her Step-Mom Louise (Spaulding) Wyman. Jo-Anne had previously been employed at the Rockland Garden Center.
Wife of the late Gilbert D. Coulstring, she is survived by her children, Sandra A. Coulstring-Ferguson of Pembroke, Steven D. Coulstring of Rockland, Gilbert N. Coulstring and Brian Coulstring both of NH and Michael J. Coulstring of Plymouth. She was the mother of the late Richard A. and David F. Coulstring. Also surviving are her siblings, Elaine Rogers of CA, Frederick Wyman of TX, Kathy Blaisdell of Marshfield, 19 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2008 at 11:30 AM in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROKLAND. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours will be held in the funeral home on Monday, January 5, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations in her memory may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, 3 Goddard Ave. Rockland, MA 02370.
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Mary V. Jacoby, (Rielly) passed away on Christmas Day at the age of 93. She was an inspiration to all who met her. Her warmth and generosity to all she met, but more importantly, to those in need was one of the many gifts that she possessed and encouraged in her children.
Her ability to whistle through life’s most challenging moments gave those around her a sense that “Everything was going to be Okay.” Her strength and grace made it so.
A lover of mischief, her 19 grandchildren would seek her out to share her stories and they would share theirs. Wherever she was you could be sure there was a twinkle in her eye and lots of laughter.
Mary is survived by her children, Walter Jacoby of Weymouth, Nancy Quinn of Kingston, Jane Downie of Hanson, Diane Kowalski and Ann Hoyt of Eastham, Susan McPherson of Quincy and Gail Jacoby of S. Boston who were the most fortunate people in the world because they could call her Mom.
She will also be greatly missed by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she adored; her sister, Joan Condon McGrath; and her lifelong friend F.A.
Mary will have lots of tales to tell when she is welcomed home by her sons, Daniel and Paul Jacoby together with her brothers and sisters who have gone on before her.
Visiting hours were held in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Sunday, December 28, 2008 from 4-7 PM. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, December 29, 2008 at 9:00 AM in St. Jerome Church, 632 Bridge St. N. Weymouth. Burial followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Abington.
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Paul D. Shertick, 51 died at the Norwood Hospital after being stricken very suddenly at his Walpole home on Tuesday morning December 23, 2008. He was born in Boston, son of the late Joseph and Valerie (Petrulis) Shertick and was raised and educated in South Boston. Paul was a graduate of S. Boston High School and attended Bunker Hill Community College. He has made his home in Walpole for the past 17 years.
Mr. Shertick was employed at the John G. Shelley Co. in Wellesley as an inside sales representative at the time of his death. He had previously been employed at the New England Door Co. in Canton and had worked at Warren Electric and Hardware Co. in Boston’s South End, Yumont’s Hardware in Jamaica Plain and had managed several other Tru-Value locations in and around the city. Paul also was employed at Gillette Stadium in their Event Security department since the venue’s opening.
Active as a volunteer in the Town of Walpole, he served on the Town Forest Committee, most recently as treasurer, the Walpole Softball Association serving as a board member, coach and equipment manager. He also was a member of the Post Prom Committee at Walpole High School.
Paul was an avid fisherman and was a frequent blood donor.
He is survived by his wife Mary Beth (Houghton) Shertick, his daughters Rose E. Shertick and Hannah M. Shertick both of Walpole. He was the brother of Joseph Shertick of CT, Jane Harnadek of Ontario, Robert Shertick of S. Boston and Rita Shertick of CA. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends were kindly invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial that was celebrated in the Blessed Sacrament Church, East Street (Rt 27) at Diamond St. Walpole on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visiting hours were Monday, December 29, 2008 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home 48 Common Street Walpole. Memorial donations may be made to: Arthritis Foundation-Mass. Chapter, 29 Crafts St. Newton, MA. 02458.
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Douglas J. Torello, 60 of Rockland died on December 19, 2008 at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a very brief illness. He was born in Brookline and was raised and educated in Wrentham. He has made his home in Rockland for the past 34 years. He was the owner and operator of Torello Painting Company for the past 30 years. Doug was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 40 years, Rosemary B. (Higgins) Torello, his daughters Tina Marie Torello-Rickson and her husband Larry of Whitman, Lisa Rosemary Torello and her Fiancé Rob Marobella of Weymouth and Tanya Annette Torello of Rockland. He was the grandfather of Lucy Douglas Torello, Mary-Rose Torello Marobella and Kaylie Victoria Fisher. He was the brother in law of Leo and Annette Nichols and was a special person to Sean and Rebecca Fisher, Michael Szlachta.
Doug enjoyed woodworking in his garage and playing pool with friends. He enjoyed spending quality time with his family especially his granddaughters. He was a friend to all who knew him.
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Burial was in Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours were on Tuesday, December 23, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Rockland Veteran’s Fund, 288 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370.
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Edith M. Bates, 93 of Hanover died on December 18, 2008 after a period of failing health. She was born in Quincy daughter of the late Charles and Annie (Small) Fosdick and was raised and educated in the Hough’s Neck section of the city. Mrs. Bates has made her home in Hanover for more than 70 years. She held a variety of positions over the years including serving as an inspector at National Fireworks Co., a waitress at the former Dreamwold Restaurant in Scituate, a Hanover school bus driver and an aide at the Center Elementary School in Hanover.
Edie volunteered her time and talents to several organizations as well including the Hanover Garden Club, South Shore Hospital and the Hanover Visiting Nurse Association where she served on the Board of Directors.
Her late husband, T. Drew Bates was Fire Chief and a Police Officer in the Town of Hanover as well as Supervisor of Maintenance for the Hanover Public Schools.
She is survived by her son, Peter E. Bates and his wife Janet of Needham and several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Thomas D. Bates and sister of the late Olive Iris, Irene Lincoln, Gladys Morse, Mabel DellaBarba, Fred Fosdick, Chick Fosdick and Fred Pudsey
A Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 10:00 AM in the First Congregational Church of Hanover, Rev. Donald Remick will officiate. Burial followed in Hanover Center Cemetery. Calling hours in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND were on Monday December 22, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Hanover Visiting Nurse Assoc. 550 Hanover St. Hanover, MA 02339.
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Edward P. Abate, Sr., 90 of Rockland died on Wednesday December 17, 2008 at his home surrounded by his family. Eddie was the founder, owner and operator of Rockland Cement Block and Flag Co. for the past 53 years. He was dedicated to his business and was diligent and kind in his dealings with contractors and homeowners for the tenure of his service. He was a charitable man, donating to scores of charities and was a devoted grandfather to his 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Mr. Abate was born in Quincy, son of the late Domenic and Angelina (DiBona) Abate and was raised and educated there. He was a World War II veteran of the United States Army.
He is survived by his wife Jenny M. (Sciola) Abate and their children, Edward P. Abate, Jr. of TX, Helen A. Beadle of Rockland and James J. Abate of N. Easton. He was the brother of the late Eva Senters and he leaves many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours were held in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Sunday, December 21, 2008 from 2-4 PM. After cremation, burial will be private. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701.
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Frances A. Orr, 88 of Weymouth formerly of Rockland died on December 14, 2008 at the Weymouth Healthcare Facility. She was born in Quincy, daughter of the late Frank and Louise (Azzatto) Tantillo. Mrs. Orr was raised and educated there graduating from Quincy High School. She had made her home in Rockland since 1962 before moving to senior housing in Weymouth in 2005.
Frances was a parishioner and daily communicant at Holy Family Church in Rockland. She had been active in church prayer groups and bible studies.
She was the widow of James N. Orr and is survived by her children Cheryl A. Ewell of E. Bridgewater, Annette L. Goodick of Weymouth and Judy A. Chiavarolli of Abington. Also surviving are her sister, Rose Morrell of Weymouth, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Friday, December 19th at 10:00 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 11:00 AM. Burial was in Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree. Calling hours in the funeral home were on Thursday, December 18th from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Donations in her memory may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society c/o Holy family Church, 403 Union Street Rockland, MA. 02370.
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Joseph A. Wenners, Jr., 82 a Rockland resident for the past 55 years, died on December 13, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a period of failing health. He was born in Quincy son of the late Joseph A. Wenners, Sr. and Edna (Miller) Wenners and was raised and educated in the Hough’s Neck section of the city. Joseph was a World War II veteran having served in the U.S. Army.
He enjoyed harness and greyhound racing as well as vacationing and camping in Maine and Canada.
Husband of the late Jean (C. (Fannon) Wenners, he is survived by his children Catherine A. Pike of Rockland, Joseph A. Wenners, III of NC and William F. Wenners of Franklin. He was the brother of John Wenners of ME and Alice Kunkel of CA. Also surviving are 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
A Funeral Service was held in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 9:00 AM. Burial with Military Honors was in the Massachusetts National Cemetery at 11:30 AM. Calling hours in the funeral home were held on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Joselyn Diabetes Center 1 Joselyn Place, Boston, MA 02215.
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Carole L. Osgood, 75 of Hanover died at the South Shore Hospital on Tuesday, December 8, 2008 after a very brief illness. She was born in Marshfield, daughter of the late Auburn and Grace (Bourne) Henderson and was raised and educated there graduating from Marshfield High School.
Mrs. Osgood had been an employee of Rockland Trust Company. While employed there she met her husband Freeman H. Osgood and they were married in 1955. After years of raising her family, Carole returned to work at the bank until her retirement several years ago.
She was an active member of the First Congregational Church in Hanover having served on many groups and committees. She was currently serving on the finance committee of the church.
In addition to her husband Freeman, she is survived by their children, John G. Osgood and Nancy Lowe of Hanover, Alan H. Osgood of Hanson and Diane L. Stillman of Plymouth. She was the mother of the late Russell F. Osgood. Carole is also survived by a brother, Wilfred Henderson of Marshfield and five grandchildren, Derek, Nicholas and Melissa Osgood and Emma and Hannah Stillman.
A Funeral Service was held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, December 13,, 2008 in the First Congregational Church in Hanover. Burial will be at a later date. Calling hours in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St. ROCKLAND were on Friday, December 12, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations in her memory may be made to the First Congregational Church 515 Hanover St. Hanover, MA 02339.
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Sylvia J. Cahill, 81 of Abington died on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital after a period of failing health. She was born in Quincy, daughter of the late Joseph A. and Sylvia J. Keniley and was raised and educated there. She was a 1945 graduate of the Willard School for Girls.
An Abington resident since 1954, Mrs. Cahill had formerly been employed at Wayland Drug in Quincy and Sears-Roebuck in Boston. She was a communicant of St. Bridget’s Church and was active in the Ladies Sodality of the church. Sylvia was an active member of the Wheelers Organization supporting those affected by Down’s Syndrome. In her retirement years she loved to travel especially to Florida for the winter months. She also had delightful memories of vacations in Aruba and Bermuda.
Wife of the late John J. “Buddy” Cahill, she is survived by her children, Kathleen M. Cahill, Timothy M. Cahill and Michael J. Kipfinger all of Abington, Jeffrey J. Cahill of ME, Lynn A. Heckler of CA, and Jean A. Guadagni of RI., eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cahill was the sister of the late Joseph Keniley
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at 8:00 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in St. Bridget’s Church in Abington at 9:00 AM. Burial was in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours in the funeral home were on Monday, December 8, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Donations may be made to the Road to Responsibility, 40 Campanelli Dr. Braintree, MA 02184.
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Virginia F. Berryman, 85 of Rockland died on Tuesday November 25, 2008 at the Coyne Healthcare Center after a period of failing health. She was born in Norwell daughter of the late Francis and Ann (Damon) Hiram and has lived most of her life as a Rockland resident. She was a loving mother and grandmother and devoted all of her time to raising her family.
Wife of the late Kenneth S. Berryman, Sr., she is survived by her children, George R. Berryman of Norwood, Elaine E. LaRonde of NC, Charles Berryman of Lakeville, Fred S. Berryman of Plymouth, Diane M. Kieffer of Rockland, Linda A. Vail of Hanson, Thomas B. Berryman of Brockton and Debra G. Sylvia of Rockland. Virginia was also the mother of the late Kenneth S. Berryman, Jr., John R. Berryman, Francis H. Berryman and Scott M. Berryman. Mrs. Berryman leaves three sisters and was the sister-in-law of Elaine Damon. Also surviving are 41 grandchildren, 78 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.
A Funeral was held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 29, 2008 in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St. ROCKLAND. Burial followed in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours were held on Friday, November 28, 2008 from 5-8 PM.
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Mary-Anne Parsons, 48 passed away at Mass General Hospital on Thursday, November 20, 2008 after fighting a long courageous battle. Born in Brockton, she was raised in Rockland before moving to New Bedford where she resided for several years. She moved to Brockton 2 years ago.
She was the mother of Jason P. Parsons of Pembroke and 2 Grandchildren Jason P. Parsons Jr, and Joselyn Parsons. Beloved Daughter of Margaret J. (Parsons) Busi of Marshfield and John W. Parsons of Hanover. She was the Sister of John H. Parsons of Ossipee, NH, Robert J. Parsons of Brockton, Jackalyn J. Kelleher of Plymouth, Pamela J. Grigas of Marshfield, and James W. Parsons of Carver, and leaves many Nephew's, and 2 Niece's. She also leaves a Grandmother Anne Hedin of Middleboro.
A Funeral Mass was celebrated at 9:00 AM on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at Holy Family Church, 403 Union St. Rockland. Private burial followed at Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland. Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. at www.diabetes.org
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Helen Tower, 95 of Centerville died at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth on November 20, 2008. She was born in Quincy, daughter of the late Louis and Mary (Collela) Trebby and was raised and educated in Revere. A longtime Stoughton resident, she has made her home in Centerville since 1973.
Mrs. Tower had been employed as a consultant for Helena Rubenstein Cosmetics at Filene’s in Boston for more than 30 years prior to her retirement.
She is survived by her sister, Charlotte V. Carey of Rockland and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Carl and Louis Trebby,
Funeral Services and burial will be private.
Donations in Helen’s name may be made to the Standish Humane Society, P.O. Box 634, Duxbury MA 02331.
Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Audrey W. Jackson, 96 of Rockland died on November 19, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. She was born in Boston, daughter of the late Emmett and Florence (Hanscome) Clifton and was raised and educated in Boston’s South End. She had been a longtime Weymouth resident before moving to Rockland 3 years ago. Mrs. Jackson had previously been employed at the Colonial Provision Co. in Roxbury. She was an accomplished cook and seamstress and was known as a very creative woman. She loved to go fishing with her family.
Wife of the late William Jackson, Sr. she is the mother of Louise Braxton of Medford, Marilyn A. Tyler and Phyllis B. Jackson of Rockland, Wilbur K. Jackson of Newton and the late Robert D. Jackson and William Jackson, Jr.. Also surviving are 22 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren as well as nieces and nephews.
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Burial was in St. Bridget’s Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours were held on Monday November 24, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Alzheimers Assoc. 311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
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Barbara E. O'Connor, 63 of Abington formerly of Athol died on November 19, 2008 at the Sachem Skilled Care Facility in E. Bridgewater after a period of failing health. She was born in Brockton, daughter of the late Edward and Barbara (Condon) Cote and was raised and educated there and in E. Boston.
Mrs. O’Connor was an adult care provider for the Seven Hills Foundation in Princeton for many years retiring in 2006. She was the consummate care giver and was devoted to her children and grandchildren.
Wife of the late John F. O’Connor she was the mother of Keith E. Plum of Gardner and the late Diane N. Plum. Barbara was the sister of Virginia L. Coburn of Abington, Sandra J. Gambale, Carmen A. Sasso and Michelle L. Sasso all of E. Boston as well as the late Edward Cote and Diane Hibbard. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Rev. Kristy Coburn officiated at a Memorial Service that was held in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Friday, November 28, 2008 at 10:30 AM. Burial was held on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 11:30 AM in Silver Lake Cemetery in Athol.
Donations may be made to the Kendra D.L. Coburn Fund, c/o United Church of Christ, 10 Bedford St. Abington, MA 02351 or the Plum Children’s Fund, c/o TD Banknorth, 90 Pearson Blvd. Gardner, MA 01440.
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Margaret M. Mitchell, 88 of Weymouth died on November 15, 2008 at the Copley at Stoughton Nursing Center after a period of failing health. She was born in Boston, daughter of the late Anthony and Grace (Cuccinatta) Anastasi and was raised and educated in Dorchester. She was a longtime Quincy resident and has made her home in Weymouth since 1985. Mrs. Mitchell formerly was employed at Filene’s in Boston as a sales clerk. She was a member of the Calvary Chapel in Rockland.
Wife of the late Arthur R. Mitchell, Sr. she is survived by her children, Maureen Leonard and her husband Richard of IN, Arthur R. Mitchell, Jr. of Westboro and Scott A. Mitchell and his wife Rhonda of Quincy. Margaret was the grandmother of Robyn A. Leonard of CA and the sister of the late Alfred Anastasi, Robert Anastasi and Anthony Anastasi.
Visiting hours in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St. ROCKLAND were held on Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 5-8 PM. A private graveside service was held at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.
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John J. "Jack" Quinn, of E. Weymouth died on November 14, 2008 at the Cedar Hill Healthcare Center in Randolph after a period of failing health. He was born in Boston, son of the late Joseph T. and Irene F. (O’Brien) Quinn and was raised and educated there. Jack has made his home in Weymouth for the past 35 years. He was an Army veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Quinn retired several years ago after a long career as an upholsterer for Twin City and Hancock Upholstery Companies. He was a member of the Weymouth Knights of Columbus and had been a competitive roller skating dancer.
Husband of the late Kathleen M (Gauss) Quinn, he is survived by his children, Kimberly A. Karas of Abington, Sean P. Quinn of Norton, James F. Quinn of Weymouth, Daniel E. Quinn of San Diego and Brian J. Quinn of Rockland. Jack was the brother of Dorothea Hautaniemi of NY, Cecelia Toland of Framingham and the late Irene Reagan, Thomas Quinn, Joseph Quinn, Nancy Dye and Josephine Quinn. Also surviving are 7 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at 8:00 AM. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Albert the Great Church in Weymouth at 9:00 AM. Burial followed in the Mass. National Cemetery in Bourne. Calling hours were held on Monday November 17, 2008 from 5-8 PM.
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J. Duane Hudson, 70 of Abington died on November 14, 2008 at the Tower Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Canton after a period of failing health. He was born in Boston, son of the late Harold E. and Loretta G. (Kenney) Hudson and was raised and educated in Milton. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy Reserves. Duane has made his home in Abington since 1979.
He was involved in sales for his entire working career starting with his father at H.E. Hudson Co. selling industrial and electrical supplies and later was involved in real estate and steel building sales. He retired in 2003.
Mr. Hudson is survived by his wife D. Nancy (Hill) Hudson and many friends and neighbors.
Rev. Douglas J. Hale officiated at the funeral service in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Tuesday November 18, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Burial followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Abington. Calling hours were held on Monday November 17, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the American Melanoma Foundation, 12395 El Camino Real, Suite 117 San Diego, CA 92130.
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Ronald C. Everett, 83 of Rockland died on November 14, 2008 after a period of failing health. He was born in Weymouth, son of the late Kenneth and Mary (Zeoli) Everett and was raised and educated in Rockland graduating from Rockland High School. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II serving as a combat infantryman in the South Pacific and China. He later served in the Army National Guard and Reserves.
Mr. Everett retired in 1990 from the Rockland Police Department where he started as a Patrolman in 1954. He attended the State Police Academy for advanced training in 1954 and was later named as one of the first detectives on the department. At the time of his retirement he held the rank of Detective Sergeant. Ronnie was also the owner-operator of Rockland Auto Parts on Concord Street in Rockland for many years.
He was a member of the Southeastern Mass. Detectives Assoc. and was active in the VFW serving as Post Commander of the Rockland Post #1788, Deputy Chief of Staff and Deputy Inspector for the Massachusetts VFW. as well as the “Royal Order of Cooties’ of the VFW.
Husband of the late Irma E. (Dumond) Everett, he is survived by his children, Ronald A. Everett of Middleboro, Gene C. Everett of ME, Darlene R. Stewart of Rockland, Wayne M. Everett of Pembroke, Lorraine B. Walsh of Brockton, Mark D. Everett of Marshfield, Susan Johnson of VT and Beverly E. Russell of Weymouth. He was the brother of Eleanor Mariani of Weymouth. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.
A funeral with Military and Police Department honors was held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 20, 2008 in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St. ROCKLAND. Burial followed in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours were held on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 from 5-8 PM.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Rockland Veteran’s Fund c/o Anton Materna, 242 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370.
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Mary "Vivian" Gardner, 84 of Rockland died on November 12, 2008 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital after a short period of failing health. She was born in Cambridge and was raised and educated there graduating from St. Mary’s High School. A longtime resident of the Cambridge area, Vivian was active in St. Mary’s Parish. She also later served as the President of the Ladies Sodality at Immaculate Conception Parish in Weymouth.
She has made her home in Rockland for more than twenty years having been one of the first residents of the Leisurewoods community. She loved to garden and arrange flowers for flower shows and to bake and decorate birthday cakes for family, friends and neighbors. Mrs. Gardner retired several years ago having been a payroll administrator for the Town of Norwell. Most dear to her heart was spending time with her family.
She is survived by her children, David J. Gardner and his wife Joan M. (DiPietro) Gardner of Stoneham, James M. Gardner of CA and Kathleen M. Gardner of NH. She was also the mother of the late Jane Gardner. Vivian was the sister of Bernadette Ferreira of Melrose, Geraldine Westberry of FL, Lorraine O’Neill of Melrose, Lucille Herlihy of Cambridge and the late Paul Boyle. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Christopher Gardner of Stoneham, Kellee Gill of Malden, Scott Gardner of Il, her 2 great grandchildren, Zachary C. Gardner and Charlotte Vivian Gardner as well as many nieces and nephews.
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 10:00 AM. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Joseph the Worker Church in Hanson at 11:00 AM. Burial was private. Calling hours were held on Tuesday November 18, 2008 from 4-7 PM. Donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc. 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701.
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Nicholas J. Renzetti, 89 of Rockland died on Thursday at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth following a brief illness.
He was born in Boston son of the late Elverino and Almerinda (Falcione) Renzetti, and was raised and educated there. Mr. Renzetti was a proud veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army. After the war Mr. Renzetti went into the restaurant and entertainment business. He sang professionally for many years at numerous Boston area venues. He would later own and operate Shirley’s Restaurant and Night Club in Hull. Nicholas was an entertainer at heart, and loved to serenade his friends with his singing every Saturday night at Bobby Hackett’s Restaurant. Mr. Renzetti also truly loved being a Grandfather, and Papa.
Nicholas was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge in # 943 Quincy. He was also a member of the Weymouth Sons of Italy, and the V.F.W. Post 9412 in Hull.
Nicholas was the Husband of the Late Shirley Renzetti. Step Father of Janice Salamone of Hull. Brother of Ann Renzetti of Quincy. Grandfather of, Barbara Gill, Eric Bernier, Douglas Salamone, Patrick Foley, Ryan Foley, and Bailey Foley. Great Grandfather of Brendan Gill, Colleen Gill, John Gill, Matthew Bernier, Allison Bernier, Juliana Salamone, and Anna Bella Salamone. Also survived by his loving companion, Rita A. “Ginger” Berry of Rockland.
A Funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Monday November 10, 2008 at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Burial was in Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree. Calling hours were held on Sunday November 9, 2008 from 2-5 PM.
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Rose M. Monti, 99 of Weymouth formerly of Rockland died at the Southwood at Norwell Nursing Center surrounded by her family on October 21, 2008. She was born in Rockland daughter of the late Angelo and Mary (Geloran) Umbrianna and was raised and educated there. She worked for many years as a waitress at local restaurants and as a clerk at Bradlees. She was the owner of George’s Restaurant in Rockland center in the early 1950’s. She enjoyed crocheting, traveling and playing cards. Rose was an avid Red Sox fan and loved to winter in Florida.
She was the mother of Caroline M. Krukiel and her husband John and Patricia L. Gabardi and her late husband Robert all of Rockland. Mary was the sister of the late Mary Ann Sestito, Patrick, Vincent, George, Michael, Antonio, John and Joseph Umbrianna. Also surviving her are 7 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Friday October 24, 2008 at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church. Burial was in Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree. Calling hours were on Thursday October 23, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Mass. Commission for the Blind, 48 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116.
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Orrin R. Cummings, Jr., 78 of Rockland died on October 20, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital after a period of failing health. He was born in Rockland, son of the late Orrin R. Cummings, Sr. and Gladys L. (Oliver) Cummings and was raised and educated there graduating from Rockland High School. Orrin was a lifelong resident of the town. He had a lengthy career as an automobile salesman working for Central Motors in Norwood for thirty years prior to his retirement. Mr. Cummings was an avid sailor enjoying time spent on his boat the “Sabattical” which he kept moored in Scituate Harbor.
He was the brother of Janice Anderson of VA and the late Oliver Cummings. Also surviving are his sister-in-law Evelyn Cummings of Sandwich, a nephew Robert Cummings of E. Falmouth and two nieces Lorraine and Marilyn Cummings of Sandwich.
Visiting in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND was held on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 10:30 AM. A Funeral Service followed at 11:30 AM. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery in Rockland.
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Madeline M. Lannin, died peacefully Saturday morning, October 18, 2008 at the age of 102 in the house in Rockland where she grew up and had spent her entire life. The two nieces who were named after her, Madeline Patt and Madeline Lannin-Cotton, both of Pembroke, were at her bedside when she passed away.
Miss Lannin never married but was surrounded by children most of her life as a public school elementary school teacher for 50 years, the director of a preschool in her home for 16 years, and as the beloved aunt to eight nieces and nephews.
Miss Lannin’s productive career in education began after she graduated from Rockland High School in 1924. She commuted to Lesley College in Cambridge and graduated in 1926. After graduation, she opened up a private kindergarten and in 1933, she was hired to run a government-sponsored program by the Rockland school system where she had 65 students and 2 teachers under her supervision. Miss Lannin taught in the Rockland school system until 1949. Then she moved on to the Weymouth school system to teach first, second, and third grades, as well as remedial reading. Miss Lannin earned her masters degree from Bridgewater State College and her doctorate from Boston University. She was in demand as a reading specialist and as an instructor in teacher training programs at Framingham State College and Stonehill College.
Although Miss Lannin was a teacher most of her life, she loved to talk about the other jobs she had over the years, especially during the Great Depression and in World War II when “times were tough.” Among those jobs were first aid instructor, hairdresser, waitress, and manicurist.
In 1976, Miss Lannin and her identical twin sister, Josephine Winter, officially retired from public school teaching because they’d reached the mandatory retirement age. Retirement, however, did not slow them down. From 1976 to 1992, they ran a preschool in Madeline’s home called the Work and Play School. Miss Lannin wrote, “I may be of retirement age according to the state but there’ll be no rocking chair and knitting for me.” One of her former elementary school students, the author George V. Higgins, wrote Miss Lannin a letter in 1976 congratulating her on opening the preschool. “By my estimate, I’ve been making good use of what you taught me for about 31 years,” he wrote. “Consequently, I was delighted to read that you are disinclined to put your skills out to pasture. That is very good news for the children of Rockland, who if they pay attention, will find the door to their whole lives opened for them. And knowing you, they will pay attention.” Miss Lannin finally retired from teaching at the age of 86.
“Auntie Mad,” as she signed the cards she faithfully sent to her nieces and nephews on birthdays and at Christmas every year, was a beloved aunt. She took them all to Jordan Marsh In Boston to have their pictures taken with “the real Santa.” She taught many of them how to read in the kitchen of her home. There were always cookies to eat and Moxie to drink when they came to visit. Miss Lannin never tired of taking care of “my babies.”
Miss Lannin was predeceased by her twin sister, Josephine, who passed away at the age of 91 in 1998. She was also predeceased by her brother John, who passed away at the age of 65 in 1974, her brother William, who passed away at the age of 82 in 1992, and her sister, Mabel, who passed away at the age of 19, in 1923.
On her 100th birthday in 2006, more than 60 well-wishers came by her home to celebrate with her. The secret to her long life, she told a newspaper reporter, was “keeping busy.”
“She’s a phenomenal lady,” said her longtime friend, Pasquale Bottazzi in a newspaper story written about her when she reached the century mark.
Miss Lannin leaves behind six nieces, two nephews, eight great nieces, four great nephews, four great-great nieces, and six great-great nephews. She will be missed by all of them, as well as by her full-time caregivers, Mr. Bottazzi, Karen Ceurvels and Betty Anne McInerney , who made it possible for her to fulfill her wish to stay at home after failing health made it impossible for her to be alone.
A Funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home,135 Union Street ROCKLAND on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Burial was in Holy Family Cemetery. Calling hours were on Tuesday,October 21, 2008 from 4-8 PM. Memorial donations may be made to the Rockland Education Foundation, P.O. Box 764 Rockland, MA 02370.
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Katharine McWilliam, 104, of Weymouth, died on Saturday October 18th at the Weymouth Health Care Center in Weymouth. She was born in 1904 at Jacobs Farm in the Assinippi section of Norwell. She was the Daughter of the late George and Mercy (Brown) Turner.
She was raised and educated in Norwell graduating from Norwell High School. Katharine continued her education at the Bridgewater Normal School which is now known as Bridgewater State College, where she held the distinguishment of being their oldest living graduate.
Kay worked as a teacher in Rockland for many years before retiring in 1974.
After she retired she traveled to both France and Belgium with a local High School Group, and also to the many states across the country where her daughters lived.
She was like a Grandmother to many of the neighborhood children from the time they were very young, until they were old enough to do their homework in her quiet house.
She is described by her family as a fun loving, caring, and upbeat person who was forever young. Her secret to long life was candy, and “Turner cussedness.”
Mrs. McWilliam was also a life long sports fan avidly following Celtics and Red Sox having been proud to have cheered for 3 winning World Series teams.
Katharine was a member of the Massachusetts Retired Teachers Association, the Retired County and State Municipal Teachers Association, as well as a member of the Wessagussett Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Katharine was a member of the Old South Union Church in Weymouth, and taught Sunday school there for many years. Katharine is survived by her daughters Wendy R. Denneen of NH, and Nancy T. Cooper of AZ. Grandmother of Matthew Denneen of NH, Susan Dusch of CA, Derek Litchfield of AZ, and Darrell Litchfield of AZ. Great Grandmother of Jacob Dusch of CA, Matthew Dusch of CA, Trey Litchfield of AZ, and Lane Litchfield.
A Memorial Service was held in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street ROCKLAND on Monday October 27th at 11:00 AM. Burial followed in The Union Cemetery in Hanover. Donations may be made to Activities Department, Weymouth Healthcare Center 64 Performance Dr. Weymouth MA 02189, Att: Lynn Eldridge.
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Lorelei M. Dalrymple, 70 of Rockland died at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth on October 12, 2008. She was born in Brighton, daughter of the late Anthony and Zerelda (Morel) Colebourn and was raised and educated there. She received an accounting degree from Massasoit Community College. Mrs. Dalrymple retired in 1993 after working as an office clerk at Grossman’s in Braintree for 10 years. She loved to design scrap books and spend her spare time with her grandchildren.
Wife of the late Chester B. Dalrymple who died in 1996, she is survived by her children Michael A. Dalrymple and Steven M. Dalrymple of Rockland, Kathleen M. Dixon and Pamela S. McGivney of PA, Susan T. Lasky of Hudson, and Denise Y. Forte of Holbrook. She was the sister of Kenneth Colebourn of Weymouth, Donald Colebourn of Centerville and Beverly Elfbaum of Canton. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandsons as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visiting in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND was held on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 from 5-8 PM. A Funeral Service officiated by Rev. Paul Taylor of the Flame of Fire Covenant Church was held at the funeral home on Thursday October 16, 2008 at 11:30 AM. Burial followed in Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland.
Donations may be made to the Rockland Allied Veteran’s Council, c/o Anton Materna 242 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370.
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Mary M. O'Neil, 84 a longtime Rockland resident died on October 11, 2008 at the John Scott Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Braintree surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Malden daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Tracy) Crowley and was raised and educated in Quincy. She was a graduate of the Boston Conservatory of Music and was an accomplished piano player. For several years later in life she resided in upstate New York before retuning to the South Shore. Mary was a devoted mother and grandmother and she enjoyed participating in Bingo at Holy Family Parish in Rockland.
Wife of the late Thomas P. O’Neil who died in 1993, she is survived by her children Rosemary Nelson of Scituate, Janet A. Borges of Somerset, Maureen J. Darmetko of Bloomingburg, NY, Thomas D. O’Neil of New Paltz, NY, Laura M. Belliveau of Lakeville and Eileen M. Hill of Hanson. Mrs. O’Neil was the sister of Rose McEvoy of Hyannis, Charles Crowley of S. Boston and Richard Crowley of Brockton. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A Funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street ROCKLAND on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Burial was in Holy Family Cemetery. Calling hours were on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Unit of the John Scott House, 233 Middle St., Braintree, MA 02184.
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Carol J. Nason, 69 of Milo, Maine formerly of Hanover died on October 7, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a period of failing health. She was born in Boston, daughter of the late James M. and Josephine A. (Felton) Hurley and was raised and educated in Cohasset. Mrs. Nason had been a longtime Hanover resident before moving to Maine 16 years ago.
Wife of the late Ralph A. Nason who died in 1986, she is survived by her children, Ralph A. Nason, Jr. of Maine, LindaJo Sawyer of Abington and Scott M. Nason of Texas. She was the sister of Jane A. Hopps of NH, Lois M. Hughes of Cohasset and James M. Hurley of CA. She was the dear friend of Brent Wormald of Maine. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Visiting in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND was on Friday October 10, 2008, just prior to a Funeral Service that commenced at 11:30 AM. Burial followed in Washington St. Cemetery in Norwell.
Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street Framingham, MA, 01701.
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Joseph S. "Joey" Fiore, 40 of Rockland, died suddenly on Saturday at his home in Rockland. He was born in Boston, son of Joseph and Carol (Mulkern) Fiore of Rockland. Joey was a lifelong Rockland resident. He graduated from Rockland High School in 1986. In High School Joey was a good athlete, starring as a Goalie for Rockland High’s 1986 League Championship Hockey Team. Joey enjoyed many other sports as well including Basketball, and Softball. He was a big fan of the Boston area professional sports teams.
More than anything else, Joey enjoyed spending time with his children, especially during their trips to the park together. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus post #165 in Rockland. Mr. Fiore was self employed, working for 22 years in the sheetrock business.
In addition to his parents, Joey is survived by his Fiance, Cinnamon Jones of Rockland. He was the beloved Father of Haiden A. Fiore, and Makenzi E. Buckley of Rockland. Brother of Anthony and Michelle Fiore of Rockland. Uncle of Maria and Ava Fiore of Rockland.
A Funeral will be held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home on Thursday October 9th at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow in Holy Family Church in Rockland at 9:00 AM. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours will be on Wednesday October 8th from 5-8 PM.
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Edward R. Murphy, 81 of Rockland died on September 28, 2008 at the South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockland after a period of failing health. He was born in Weymouth son of the late Joseph and Grace Murphy and was raised and educated there. Mr. Murphy was a Navy veteran of World War II.
He had formerly been employed at the Fore River Shipyard in Quincy and for more than thirty years he was a driver for Baystate Ice Cream and Mitchell Foods in Abington. After his retirement he worked for several years as a custodian at the Cedar School in Hanover. He was formerly a member of the teamsters Union.
Husband of the late Alice H. (Brown) Murphy, he is survived by his daughter Jeanne E. McKim of Abington, his sons, John J. Murphy and his wife Marsha of Pembroke and Wayne A. Murphy and his wife Julie of Rockland. He was also the father of the late Edward R. Murphy, Jr. He is the brother of Frank Murphy of WI and the late Patrick Murphy, Mary Slatkavich, Robert Murphy, Kenneth Murphy and Grace Dolan. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 11:30 AM in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street ROCKLAND. Burial will follow in Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 from 5-8 PM. Donations may be made to the Activities Fund of the South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 115 North Ave. Rockland, MA 02370.
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