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Jones, Gerald J., , age 40, of Wrentham, formerly of Franklin and Medfield, died on Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital after a long illness.
Born in Boston in 1969, he was the loving son of Valerie (Picone) Jones of Wrentham and the late Paul Jones. Gerry was a 1987 graduate of Medfield High School.
Gerry was employed with Westborough State Hospital as a medical records administrator after fifteen years with Medfield State Hospital. His hobbies were stenciling, photography and restoring Early American homes and furniture. Gerry owned and renovated the Guild-Kollock House, one of the oldest homes in Wrentham. He also had a passion for genealogy and a love for animals.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by an aunt and many uncles and cousins. He was the stepson of the late Phyllis Squires (Foof) Jones.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial at 11:00a.m. on Wednesday, March 3rd at St. Jude Church, 86 Main St., Norfolk. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery, 625 Main St., Medfield. Visiting hours will be Tuesday, March 2nd from 6-9 PM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home 15 Miller St., Medfield.
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Bond, Beverly Parker, age 86, of Medfield, died surrounded by family on Sunday evening, February 21, 2010, at the Mary Ann Morse Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Natick.
Born in Needham on January 21, 1924, she was a daughter of the late Frank E. and Olive E. (Fuller) Parker. Beverly was a 1942 graduate of Needham High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in education from the University of New Hampshire in 1945.
A deeply loving and caring mother and loyal and caring friend, Beverly will be missed by many who were touched by her life. Beverly married her life partner, George W. Bond, in 1945, and for the next thirty years they made their home in various locations within Quebec, Ontario, and Illinois. George’s last manufacturing assignment brought them to Medfield in 1975. After his retirement, George and Beverly continued to stay professionally involved with their real estate investments. They were active members of the communities in which they lived.
Beverly is survived by two daughters, Charlotte and Deborah; two sons, Tracy, and Christopher; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at the United Church of Christ, 496 Main Street (Rte. 109) Medfield, on Friday, Feb. 26th at 11:00a.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Beverly’s memory to the United Church of Christ, 496 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 in support of its World Vision goal to provide a well in Ethiopia.
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Parrella, Jean M. (Casey), 67, of Franklin where she has been a resident for the past 18 years, died Sunday, February 14th, 2010, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Born March 10th, 1942 in Milford, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Palma) Casey. Jean was educated in the Millis Public Schools with the class of 1960.
Formerly of Medway and Millis, Jean had been employed for many years with the W.A. Wilde Company in Holliston until her retirement in 2005.
Jean enjoyed cooking and loved playing cards with her friends. Her biggest enjoyment in life was her family, especially the grandchildren, her friends and her home.
Jean leaves three children, John L. Parrella and his wife Patricia of Franklin, Christine M. O’Rourke and her husband Christopher of Milford and Brian M. Parrella and his fiancé Aoife Carney of Quincy, two sisters, Eileen Trombetta of Marlborough and Patricia Whalen of Norton, as well as 4 grandchildren, Amanda and Andrew Parrella and Katelyn and Molly O’Rourke.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, February 18th at 10:00AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Marlborough.
Visiting hours will be Wednesday, February 17th from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jean’s memory to The American Cancer Society. , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
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Carmichael, Wayne A., 82, of Millis where he has been a resident since 1954, died at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, February 4th, 2010.
Born in Gardner, he was the son of the late Albert B. and Annie (Alley) Carmichael, and was educated in Dorchester Public Schools graduating with the class of 1945. Wayne continued his education at U.C.L.A. where he majored in Business Administration.
Formerly of Medfield, he was the retired owner/proprietor of the Tri-County Industrial Cleaning Company.
Wayne was a Sergeant in the United States Army Air Corps, having entered the Corps August of 1944, and serving in the Pacific Theater. He was honorably discharged in May of 1949 having earned a Good Conduct Medal, the Occupation Medal and the Purple Heart.
A life member of Millis AMVETS Post 495 and Medway VFW Post 1526, Wayne was also a long time member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Millis. He was a former member of the Charles River Masonic Lodge in Medway and the Medfield Acacia Club.
Wayne leaves his wife of 58 years, Pauline L. (Robinson) Carmichael, 2 sons, Donald S. Carmichael of Erie, PA, and Derek T. Carmichael and his wife Lynn of Franklin, a daughter, Debra A. Mattson and her husband Bruce of Bellingham, and 7 grandchildren, Elizabeth R., Christine A., Adam Wayne, Amber L., and Andrew R. Carmichael, Jamieson A., and Sarah R. Mattson. He was also predeceased by a son, David W. Carmichael.
Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral services on Thursday, February 11th at 1:00 PM at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 903 Main Street, (Rt 109), Millis Center.
Relatives and friends may visit with Wayne's family on Sunday, February 7th from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis.
Burial with military honors will follow his service at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Auburn Road, Millis.
Those wishing may make a memorial donation in Wayne’s memory to the Friends of Millis Council on Aging, 900 Main St., Millis, MA 02054, or the Shiners’ Burns Hospital, 51 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114.
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Stockbridge, Alberta L., age 83, of Millis, formerly of New Port Richey, FL, and Medfield, died on Thursday morning, February 4, 2010, at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veteran's Hospital in Bedford.
Born in Medfield on June 22, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Burton R. and Gladys (Murray) Rawding. Alberta was a 1944 graduate of Medfield High School where she had been an outstanding basketball player. She served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War with the Women's Air Command attached to the Military Air Transport. She was very proud of her solo flight in Fitchburg and continued her love of flying all her life. She was an outstanding artist that specialized in portraits having her art work shown in galleries in New Port Richey, FL. Her talents in country western music were performed in the minstrel shows in Medfield where she was known for her harmonizing with sister Elaine “Minnie” Taylor and her husband, Wally. She was also known for her quick wit and care for others including being the Grand Chief of the Pythian Sisters. She worked at the Medfield State Hospital and was the Treasurer-Secretary for Bison Transportation Co.
Predeceased by her husband, Wallace A. Stockbridge, Jr., she is survived by four children, Gary G. Stockbridge and wife Becky of Franklin, Wallace A. Stockbridge, III, and wife Donna of Natick, John H. Stockbridge and wife Deborah of Ashburnham, and Gail A. Vieira of Franklin: eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Church of Christ, 142 Exchange Street, Millis, on Saturday, Feb 13th at 11:30a.m.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Friday, Feb 12th, from 4-8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Alberta's memory to the Millis Food Pantry, c/o Church of Christ, 142 Exchange St., Millis, MA 02054
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Tobiasson, Bruce Otto, owner of Waterfront Design Associates of Medfield, died on Wednesday morning, February 3, 2010, at the Thomas Upham House after a long illness.
Born in Cambridge on September 22, 1943, he was a son of the late Nils H. and Helen (Jorgenson) Tobiasson. Bruce was a 1961 graduate of Belmont High School and continued his education at Northeastern University, earning a Bachelor of Science in 1967.
Bruce began his career as a civil engineer with Crandall Dry Dock Engineering in Cambridge prior to settling in Medfield to work with Childs Engineering in 1969. He founded Waterfront Design Associates over twenty-five years ago and concentrated on building marinas and small craft harbors, a niche which would lead him to projects all over the world. Locally, his designs include waterfront facilities at the Charles River Yacht Club, Marina Bay, Fan Pier and Pier 4, Constitution Marina in Charlestown, the Northeastern University Henderson Boathouse, and berthing arrangements for the USS Salem in Quincy. He authored an internationally recognized reference book, “Marinas and Small Craft Harbors” (1991). Bruce taught marina management courses at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy and was an adjunct professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He had also written extensively on Marine subjects and lectured about marina development on five continents. He was a founding member of the International Marina Institute.
A dedicated Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteer for 48 years, Bruce most recently served in many capacities with Flotilla 25-02 in New London, CT. Among his myriad contributions were working as a vessel examiner and a past Division Captain for Division 25. He was appointed an Honorary Chief in the United States Coast Guard in January 2009. Bruce had logged in excess of 1400 volunteer hours in 2006 alone. A certified marine diver, he held a Coast Guard Masters License. His passion was for the sea and his boat, the Westviking, a trawler docked in Old Saybrook, CT. He was a master of marine safety and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with his Coast Guard colleagues and fellow boaters.
Bruce was very active civically in Medfield, having served as both Commissioner and on the board of the Water and Sewer Commission for many years. He also served on the Long Range Planning Commission, and in the 1990s, had headed the Medfield High School Music Association.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Susan (Dahlberg) Tobiasson; a daughter, Kristina T. Elias and her husband Christian of Waltham; a granddaughter, Madison; a brother, Wayne N. Tobiasson and his wife Elizabeth of Etna, NH; and three nieces, Wendy, Becky, and Kirstin.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Friday, Feb. 5th from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8p.m. followed by a Graveside Service at Vine Lake Cemetery, 625 Main Street (Rte. 109), Medfield, on Saturday at 11:00a.m.
A Memorial Service is planned for Saturday, Feb. 27th at 11:00a.m., at the Coast Guard Academy Memorial Chapel, 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT. If desired, donations may be made in Bruce’s memory to the Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Fund, U.S. Coast Guard Mail Stop 7180, 4200 Wilson Blvd., Suite 610, Arlington, VA 90598-7180.
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Lesbirel, John Edward, age 58, a resident of Millis, died on Sunday morning, January 31, 2010, at the Tippett Home in Needham.
Born in Boston on May 12, 1951, he was a son of the late Edward A. and Marjorie R. (Hall) Lesbirel. He was raised and educated in Newton, where he lived until 1993.
John was employed with Anomet Products of Shrewsbury for 33 years as a metallurgical engineer. A computer whiz, he also enjoyed railroad history and collecting model trains.
He is survived by his fiancé, Cynthia Moore of Needham; a son, James E. Lesbirel of Millis; two brothers, Peter T. Lesbirel and wife Petra of Natick and Paul J. Lesbirel and wife Deborah Lane of Millis; and a sister, Midge Mirabella of South Carolina.
His funeral service will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Friday, Feb. 5th at 11:00a.m. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be Thursday, 5-8p.m.
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Gillis, Michael David, age 49, died suddenly on Wednesday morning, January 20, 2010, at his home in Millis.
Born in Boston on August 19, 1960, he was a son of Michael A. and Pat (O’Keefe) Gillis of Millis. He was raised and educated in Millis.
Michael had been employed throughout Massachusetts for several years, primarily in the food and wine industry and in carpentry, prior to moving to Oahu, Hawaii twenty years ago. While there he continued his education and established a massage therapy practice. He returned to Millis this past September and had most recently enjoyed working with his friend, Phil Marcou at Very Beautiful Things.
A loving son, brother, and uncle, he is remembered for his engaging personality, his devotion to his many friends, his dedication to environmental issues, an encyclopedic memory and voracious appetite for reading. He had a strong propensity for sharing his opinions with others. Michael had a great love for the ocean and particularly liked sailing and kayaking. One of his fondest memories was time spent on an expedition aboard the Sea Shepherd several years ago.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters, Lori Giandomenico and husband David of Walpole and Janine Schultze and husband Craig of Millis; a brother, Matthew J. Gillis and wife Lily Eynon of Gloucester; his nieces and nephews, Alexandra, Kristina, Caroline, Sam, Rocco, James, Andrew, Hunter, and Hayley; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Sunday 2 – 5p.m. A private family service will be held at a later date.
If desired, donations may be made in Michael’s memory to the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, P.O. Box 96059, Washington, DC 20090-6059 or the Millis Senior Center, 900 Main St., Millis, MA 02054.
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Civetti, Letitia, age 87, of Medfield, died on Tuesday evening, January 19, 2010, at the Hellenic Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Canton.
Born in Sulmona, Italy, on March 3, 1922, she was a daughter of the late Carmen and Regina (Traficanti) Mastrangelo. She immigrated to Dorchester where she resided prior to settling in Medfield in 1957.
Letitia had been employed as a stitcher with Baron Abrahamson clothing manufacturers in Boston for over forty years. She had also been a communicant of Saint Edward the Confessor Church in Medfield.
Wife the late John F. Civetti and Victor D’Angelo, and former wife of Frank E. Williams, she is survived by two daughters, Nina Schermerhorn and husband Henry of Medfield and Diana Bratsos and husband Matthew of Millis; a stepson, Raymond Civetti and wife Trudy of West Barnstable; many grand and great-grandchildren; a brother, John Mastrangelo of Braintree; and a sister, Livia Pasco of East Boston. She was also the sister of the late Elena Pirrotta.
Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Friday, Jan. 22nd at 10:00a.m. at Saint Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street (Route 27), Medfield, and join them for a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00noon. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hellenic Nursing and Rehab Center, 601 Sherman St., Canton, MA 02021, or the Arthritis Foundation, 29 Crafts St., Suite 450, Newton, MA 02458.
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Kinlin, Carol M. (Austin) Gatie, age 70, a former longtime resident of Norfolk, died on Sunday evening, January 10, 2010, at her Millis home.
Born in Franklin on December 19, 1939, she was a daughter of the late Harold F. and Agnes M. (Woodman) Austin. She was educated with the Franklin High School Class of 1957, and later married Lawrence J. Gatie. The couple had lived in San Diego and Boston while he was in the service. They later settled in Norfolk.
Carol enjoyed a long career as a line technician with New England Telephone under its various nomenclatures. She had been a member of the Amvets Post 495 Ladies’ Auxiliary in Millis and the Franklin Lodge of Elks Post 2136. Among Carol was happiest when spending time with her grandchildren and also liked playing golf, shuffleboard, cribbage, and pitch.
Beloved wife of Robert P. Kinlin from the time of their marriage in 1980 until his death in 1993, she is survived by two daughters, Donna L. Roche and husband Tom of Millis and Ann Marie Keyser and husband Bill of Norfolk; two sons, Lawrence J. Gatie, Jr. of St. Petersburg, FL, and Brian P. Gatie of Millis; 12 grandchildren, Daryll, Stephen, Brad, Ryan, Scott, Tommy, BJ, Wesley, Brendon, Michelle, Dina, and Nicole Rose; and three great-grandchildren, Tessa, Tristan, and Taylor. She was predeceased by a son, Thomas H. Gatie; two brothers, Joseph and Donald Austin; and two sisters, Lois Wilson and Betty Williams.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Jude Church, 86 Main Street, Norfolk, on Friday, Jan. 15th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Norfolk Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Thursday 4 – 7p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Carol’s memory to the Breast Cancer Research Fund, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445.
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Callow, Edward W., age 82, of Old Orchard Beach, ME, and Englewood, FL, died early on Thursday morning, January 7, 2010, at the Milford Care and Rehabilitation Center.
Born in Natick on July 24, 1927, he was the son of the late William E. and Bertha (Radcliffe) Callow. He was raised in Medfield and attended school with the Medfield Class of 1945. He enlisted with the Navy prior to graduation and served as a fireman 1st class aboard the USS Porter, a destroyer operating in the Pacific Theatre. Mr. Callow received a high school diploma after the war’s end.
Mr. Callow had been employed throughout his career as a general contractor working on construction projects primarily in Medfield vicinity. Retiring in 1995, he thereafter split his time between homes in Maine and Florida. Mr. Callow had enjoyed playing golf, card games with friends, and travel. He was also a Past Commander of American Legion Beckwith Post 110 in Medfield and was a volunteer with the Norwood Elks Lodge #1124, particularly on bingo nights.
He is survived by his wife, Lorraine (Cavatorta) Callow; a daughter, JoAnn Callow of Medfield; a son, William E. Callow and wife Tracy of Medfield; and three granddaughters, Catrina, Cassandra, and Lindsay. He was also the brother of the late Gwendolyn Link.
A memorial service is planned for the spring at a time to be announced.
If desired, donations may be made in his memory to the Medfield Home Committee, 459 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052.
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Setterlund, Maureen C., 71, of Medfield, January 2, 2010, longtime companion of Howard Frazer of Framingham. Loving mother of Deborah J. Greenstein and husband Gary of Framingham, Clifford W. Setterlund and Christine Pace of Norfolk and William E. Setterlund of Medfield. Sister of Jane Whittaker of Poland, ME, Phyllis Leary and husband John of Braintree and Sandy Cain and husband Harold of Avon. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, Erin and Jesssica Greenstein, Paul and Shelby Setterlund and Courtney Pace. Mass of Christian Burial on Wed. Jan. 6th at 10AM at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring St., (Rt. 27) Medfield. Visiting hours at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller St. Medfield on Tue. Jan. 5th from 4 to 8PM. Burial at Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield. Those wishing may make a contribution in Maureen’s name to the Medfield Home Committee, 459 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052.
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Edward J. Drozdick, 85, of Medfield where he has been a resident since 1956, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, December 30, 2009.
Born in Everett, MA, he was the son of the late Michael Drozdzik and Katherine (Keck) Drozdzik-Taylor.
A graduate of Milwaukee School of Engineering, he had been employed for almost 30 years by the Sylvania Corporation. He retired in 1983.
Mr. Drozdick was a World War II Veteran having served with the Navy in the Pacific Theatre aboard the USS Makin Island, CVE 93, and the USS Breton, CVE 23.
He leaves his beloved wife of 56 years, Helen (Rymut) Drozdick, 2 brothers, Henry Drozdik of Apple Valley, CA and Francis Drozdick of No. Andover, MA and Florida, and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a sister Helen Kramer.
Relatives and friends may gather Friday morning, January 8th from 8:30 to 9:30 at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, prior to a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street, Medfield.
Burial will be private.
Contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to: VNA Care Network/Hospice, 175 Highland Ave., Needham, MA 02494 or Wildlands Trust, PO Box 2282, Duxbury, MA 02331.
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Morgan, Michael P., age 52, of Millis, formerly of Medfield, died after a brief illness on Sunday afternoon, December 27, 2009, at the MetroWest Medical Center in Natick.
Born in Natick on February 6, 1957, he was a son of the late Charles and Barbara (Murphy) Morgan. He was raised in Medfield and was a 1976 graduate of Medfield High School. Mike worked for most of his career as a shipper/receiver with the Raytheon Corporation.
Mike was a past commander of the Beckwith Post #110 Sons of The American Legion in Medfield, and a member of the Sons of Amvets Post 495 in Millis and the Medfield Sportsman’s Club. He loved to cook and one of his greatest pleasures was running “Michael’s Mess Hall” at the Medfield American Legion. Mike enjoyed deep sea fishing, routing for New England Sports teams, and was ardent in his fundraising efforts on behalf of veteran’s groups.
He is survived by his wife, Donna M. O’Neill; a daughter, Leigh A. Furbush and husband Garrett of Milford; a son, Justin M. Morgan and his fiancé Rochelle Boisclair of Uxbridge; a granddaughter, Alyssa Furbush; four brothers, Donald J. Ross and wife Barbara of Bourne, Robert P. Ross and fiancé Patsy Critchett of NH, Wayne A. Ross and JoAnn Callow of Medfield, Charles T. Morgan of FL; and several nieces and nephews. He was also a brother of the late Wanda L. Vienot.
His visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Saturday, Jan. 2nd, at 1:00p.m. followed by a service at 3:00p.m.
Burial at Vine Lake Cemetery is planned for a later date.
If desired, donations may be made in Mike’s memory to the Sons of the American Legion Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 39, Medfield, MA 02052.
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Burke, Catherine F. (Doherty), age 87, better known as Kate or Kay, died at home on Wednesday morning, December 23, 2009, surrounded by her five children.
She was born in Everett,on January 4, 1922 to George and Ellen (Gallagher) Doherty. She was one of 11 children and is survived by her sister Cecilia O'Connor of Norwood, who was by her side the entire day before she died. Her siblings were; Mary McLaughlin, Joseph Doherty, Roseann Doherty,George Doherty, Betty Lewis, James Doherty, John Doherty, Cecilia O'Connor, Sister Rose Doherty and Andrew Doherty.
When she was six, her father died in the disastrous 1928 Beacon Oil explosion. Her mother died of pneumonia one year later leaving 9 children still at home. Her oldest sister Mary, then 19, went to Court to fight to keep them all together. With the help of their aunt and uncle they were able to remain together living in two floors of a triple-decker on Woodlawn Street in Forest Hills. She graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Jamaica Plain and took a job as a comptometer at Cambridge Rubber where she met her lifelong friend Marge (Duffy) Connors. When she had her own family, they spent vacations on the Cape with Marge and Jack in Eastham, spending night and day at Campground and Coast Guard Beaches.
She met her husband, Bill "Bud" or "Bucko" Burke on Woodlawn Street and upon his return from WWII, were married on May 4, 1946. They moved to Millis in 1955 and lived next door to another lifetime friend, Mary Henderson. She and Mary shared too many cups of tea to count. They also played Pitch with the same group of friends for over 40 years. Her card group was so important to her.
She worked for many years at St. Thomas Rectory after her children were all in school. She is survived by Bill, Roseann Adams, Jim, Fran and Kate (Kitty), 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. One of her greatest loves was to go and watch one of her grandchildren at whatever sport they were playing. She froze on the soccer field and sweated it out in the swimming pool whenever she could.
Kate also had a love of going to the casinos. She never won any money but that didn't matter, she would jump at any offer to go, especially when her grandchildren would take her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Monday, Dec. 28th at 1:00p.m. Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Sunday 3 – 6p.m.
The family asks that any donations in lieu of flowers be made in her name to her life long association with the Maryknoll Sisters Box 307, Maryknoll, NY 10545 (her sister Rose was a Maryknoll nun) or to the Natick VNA, 209 W. Central Street, Natick, MA 01760 who took such good care of her.
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Geer, Russell C., age 86, of Millis, died peacefully on Tuesday evening, December 22, 2009, at the Tippett Home in Needham.
Born in Beverly on January 18, 1923, he was the son of the late James Clifford and Inez Ruth (Tannebring) Geer. He was a 1941 graduate of Killingly High School in Danielson, Connecticut, and continued his education at General Motors Institute. He entered the Army and served with the 68th Armored Infantry Battalion in Central Europe during World War II.
Russ married Charlotte Warren on September 28, 1945, and they lived for many years in Needham prior to settling in Millis in 1982. He was service manager of Berejik Motors in Needham, and retired after more than fifty years with the company. Very active in community service, Russ had been a member of the Nehoiden Lodge, AF & AM of Needham since 1955 and had twice served as Commander of American Legion Post 208 in Millis. He was also a member of the Millis Lions Club, past president of the Bay State Antique Auto Club, a member of the Eastern Massachusetts GMO Chapter of the Oldsmobile Club of America, and involved with the Needham Retired Men’s Club. Russ had also been a deacon for many years at the First Baptist Church of Needham.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Charlotte Perkins Warren Geer; a daughter, Pamela Perkins Geer of Boulder, Colorado; a son, Russell C. Geer, Jr. and his wife Elizabeth of Dorchester; and two granddaughters, Anya Allyn Kolesnikoff and Sierra Rose Geer.
His funeral service will be held at the Church of Christ, 142 Exchange Street, Millis, on Tuesday, Dec. 29th at 11:00a.m.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Monday, Dec. 28th 2 - 4 & 7 – 9p.m.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to American Legion Post 208, P.O. Box 22, Millis, MA 02054.
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Joyce, Norma R. (Brovelli), MILLIS: Norma Rosalie (Brovelli) Joyce, age 87, a longtime Millis resident, passed away peacefully Monday, December 21, 2009, at Medway Country Manor after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Milford on September 13, 1922, she was a daughter of the late Carlo and Teresa (Prestini) Brovelli. She was educated in the Milford and Millis school systems, graduating from Millis High in 1940.
Norma had been employed as an executive secretary with the Draper Corporation in Hopedale for twenty years. She was a devoted member of Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish. She loved music, dancing, travel and card games with her family.
Wife of the late William Joyce who died in 1982 and the former wife of Fred Standook of Milford, she is survived by her daughter, Andrea (Standook) DeSousa and husband John of Milford; a brother, Vasco Brovelli and wife Pauline of Holliston; two sisters, Doris Crichton of Foxboro and Livia Monroe of Wareham; two grandchildren, John A. DeSousa and wife Melissa of Milford and Angela Hagerty and husband Robert of Marshfield; as well as two great-grandchildren, Abigail and Jack Hagerty. She also leaves her loving extended Joyce family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, December 28th at 10:00AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis with burial following at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis.
Visiting hours will be Sunday, December 27th from 4:00 to 8:00PM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis.
If desired, contributions in Norma’s memory may be sent to the: Millis High Scholarship Fund, 245 Plain Street, Millis, MA 02054.
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Fletchall, Sybil L. "Tibby" (Ashe), age 66, a former resident of Bellingham and Medfield, died on Sunday afternoon, December 20, 2009, at the Milford Regional Medical Center.
Born in Concord, NH, she was the daughter of the late James C. and J. Sybil (Spear) Ashe. Tibby was a member of the Medfield High School Class of 1961 and continued her education at the University of San Diego. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, graduating magna cum laude.
Tibby was employed for many years as a sociologist in California prior to returning east and settling in Bellingham. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and had a special fondness for cats.
She is survived by her husband, Roger Fletchall; two daughters, Amy B. Stevens of Milford and Kristina L. Fletchall of Framingham; and six grandchildren. She was also predeceased by a daughter, Elizabeth S. Sears, and two brothers, D. Christopher and James C. Ashe, Jr.
A memorial service will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Wednesday, Dec. 30th at 1:00p.m. Relatives and friends may visit with the family at noontime.
If desired, donations may be made in Tibby’s memory to the Purr-fect Cat Shelter, P.O. Box 548, Medway, MA 02053.
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Howie, Virginia B. , age 91, of Millis where she has been a resident most of her life, died after a short illness on Friday, December 18, 2009, at Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick.
Born August 31st, 1918 in Medford, she was the daughter of the late Olin R. and Geraldine (Bowman) Howe. She was a 1936 graduate of Weymouth High School and a graduate of Massachusetts College of Art.
Mrs. Howie was a professional artist and creator of greeting cards with Russcraft in Boston upon graduation from art school in the early 40’s. During World War II, she helped run the family heating oil business while her husband, Sam, was serving in Europe. After the war, Mrs. Howie’s artistic creativity merged with her love of horticulture allowing her to author two published books and countless illustrations for many books and national and international publications.
Along with raising five boys, Mrs. Howie was involved with numerous clubs, committees and organizations in the town of Millis. She was known for her beautiful flower gardens and productive vegetable gardens but her true love was lilies. During the 1950’s, she was a founding member of the North American Lily Society and served as its president and later as a judge in many of the lily shows in North America as well as in Europe. She was responsible for creating many new lilies during her 50 years in the organization and for helping the Lily Society forge ties to the International Lily Society. Virginia was a long standing member of the Church of Christ in Millis.
Predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Sam Howie, she is survived by five sons, Tom Howie and his wife Kathy, Sam Howie Jr., Steve Howie and his wife Jan, Joel Howie, and Paul Howie, all of Millis, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She was also the sister of the late Olin Howe Jr., Ronald Howe, and Robert Howe.
Private services will be held at the convenience of Gini’s family with burial in the family plot at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis.
If desired, contributions in Virginia’s memory may be made to the Millis Public Library, Attn: Tricia Perry, 25 Auburn Rd., Millis, MA 02054 or to a charity of one’s choice.
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Bennett, Carl E. Jr., age 82, a Millis resident since 1936, died on Friday morning, December 18, 2009, at his home.
Born in Bellingham on February 23, 1927, he was one of six children born to the late Carl E. and Myrtle (Chase) Bennett Sr. He was raised and educated in Millis and served honorably with the US Navy aboard the USS Melucta during World War II.
Carl was a truck driver and heavy equipment operator all his life. He drove truck for the Atlantic Brick company in Medfield. When the brick company closed he went to work for Millis Transportation Company in Millis. Millis Transportation closed after many years and Carl retired from his driving career with the Town of Dover Highway Department.
Beloved husband of the late Winifred M. (Watson) he is survived by his children, Thomas W. Bennett (Denise) of Croydon, New Hampshire. Holly A. Bennett (Robert Maraggio) of Millis with whom he resided and niece Wanda Cabana (Wade) of Bellingham whom Carl and Winnie brought into their home as a young teen. Three sisters; Elizabeth Earl of Medway, Sally Signoriello of Foxborough and Nancy Gould of Millis. He was also brother to the late Herbert Bennett and Ralph (Sparky ) Bennett. One grandchild; Chris Roberts ( Heather) of Croydon, New Hampshire. Two great-grandchildren, Zachary and Morgan Roberts of Croydon, New Hampshire and many nieces and nephews. Three great nieces, Tanya Slobogan of Milford, Vanessa & Kara Cabana of Bellingham.
Carl was a member of the American Legion Post 208 Millis, Amvets Post 495 Millis, VFW Post 1526 Medway, Boggastowe Fish and Game Club of Millis and Teamster Union Local 25.
Carl enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, gardening, going to agricultural fairs, tinkering with his trucks and farm tractors and spending time with his family.
His funeral service will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis on Tuesday Dec 22 at 1:00pm. Burial with military honors will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
There will be no visiting hours.
If desired, donations may be made in Carl’s memory to American Legion Post 208, Building Association, PO Box 22 Millis, MA 02054
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Swain, Edith L., age 85, of Medfield and Tampa, FL, died Friday evening, December 18th, 2009 at home in Medfield surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Ridgewood, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Elizabeth (Roller) Luse.
Mrs. Swain was educated at the Williston Park Public Schools on Long Island, and Hofstra University in Hempstead, Long Island, New York.
A Former long time resident of Hingham, she was a member of the Quincy Neighborhood Club, Hingham Yacht Club and the Cohasset Golf Club. A devoted mother and grandmother, she enjoyed golf, skiing, sailing and bridge.
Wife of the late Earl M. Swain, she is survived by three sons, Robert E. Swain and his wife Linda of Tampa, FL, Jeffrey A. Swain and his wife Mary Ellen of No. Weymouth, and Craig R. Swain and his wife Elizabeth of Medfield; a brother, Robert Luse and his wife Betty of Mt. Jackson, VA; a sister June Hubbard of Cohasset; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Village Presbyterian Church, 13155 South Village Drive, Tampa, Florida, on Friday, January 15th, 2010, at 11:00a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Village Presbyterian Church, 13155 South Village Drive, Tampa, Florida 33618-8419.
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Gay, AnneLouise (Congdon), age 76, died peacefully on Sunday morning, December 13, 2009, at her Medway home.
Born in Millis on May 31, 1933, she was a daughter of the late Thomas A. and Ophelia (Steadman) Congdon. She was a 1951 graduate of Millis High School and was married to Clarence O. “Buddy” Gay, Jr. in 1953. The couple settled in Medway where they made a loving home for their growing family.
AnneLouise retired in 1998 after being employed for many years as a bookkeeper with the Medway Cooperative Bank. She was a devoted member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Quinobequin Chapter, for 56 years and a former member of the Rainbow Girls, West Medway Assembly #63. A great cook who enjoyed hooking rugs, AnneLouise is most remembered as the warm and giving heart of her family.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by seven children, Thomas A. Gay (Kathleen) of Medway, Timothy A. Gay (Vicki) of Norfolk, Cheryl A. Gay of Medway, Candace G. White (Ted) of Barrington, NH, Ted A. Gay (Cheryl) of Medway, Cara A. Lazarra (Matthew) of Deerfield, WI, and Christy A. Tisdale (Edward) of Wakefield; fourteen grandchildren, Adam, Andy, Leanne, Stacey, Sara, Carly, Everett, Courtney, Emma, Abigail, Noah, Clara, Jane, and Simon; two great-grandsons, Ethan and Ayden; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Cindy A. Teed, in 1988.
A private family funeral is planned. If desired, donations may be made in AnneLouise’s memory to the Greater Boston Masonic Learning Center, 458 Newtonville Ave., Newtonville, MA 02460.
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Crump, Joseph, age 53, of Medway, died on Friday evening, December 11, 2009, at U. Mass Medical Center in Worcester of injuries sustained in an accident.
Born in Norwood on June 2, 1956, he was a son of Dorothy C. (Howard) Crump of Medfield and the late Herbert P. Crump. He was raised and educated in Medfield and was a graduate of the Keefe Technical School in Framingham.
Joe had been employed as a salesman with the Cleaves Company in Needham for several years and had previously worked in quality control for Charles River Data and Data General in Framingham. He also was the current director of functions for the Amvets Post 495 in Millis.
A longtime dedicated member of the Sons of Amvets at Post 495, he was past post commander as well as a past state commander of the Sons of Amvets. He was an enthusiastic NASCAR fan and a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Betty (DeRoche) Crump; a son, Edmund P. Crump of Danielson, CT; a daughter, Marion E. Crump and companion Brad Gorrie of Upton; a stepdaughter, Jayne E. Lavoie of Medway; four sisters, Kathleen Marks of Sutton, Elaine M. Perkins (Clayton) of Medway, Karen A. Rochat (Geoffrey) of Mendon, and Bernadette Suzedell (Eugene) of Cohasset; a brother Richard H. Crump of Boston; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; and many nieces and nephews. He was also the stepfather of the late Joseph A. Lavoie.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Friday, Dec. 18th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Thursday 4 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Joe’s memory to the Amvets Post 495 Package Drive, P.O. Box 207, Millis, MA 02054.
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Joyce, Herbert W. Sr., age 91, a longtime Millis resident, died on Friday morning, December 11, 2009, at MetroWest Medical Center.
Born in Cambridge on March 19, 1918, he was one of twelve children born to the late Lester W. and Marian (King) Joyce. He was raised and educated in Cambridge and served honorably with the US Army during World War II.
Herb married Jean M. Lipsett on January 28, 1949 and the couple settled in Millis to raise their family. After being self employed as a truck driver for several years, he was employed as a driver for Lloyd King and James Calella of Millis. He was driving with Crystal Industries in Bellingham at the time of his retirement. In his later years he enjoyed long walks, stopping to socialize with friends along the way.
Beloved husband of the late Jean M. (Lipsett) Joyce and father of the late John E. Joyce, Bruce K. Joyce, and Janice J. Brown, he is survived by three daughters, Donna M. Blangeard of Medway, Beth A. Joyce of Millis and Jean M. Joyce of Norfolk; Herbert W. Joyce, Jr. of Milford and Robert L. Joyce and Kenneth W. Joyce of Millis; four brothers; three sisters; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
His funeral service will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis on Thursday, Dec. 17th at 11:00a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be on Wednesday 5 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Herb’s memory to MetroWest Hospice and Homecare, 85 Lincoln Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
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Travers, Robert Mackin, age 87, a veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam, died peacefully on Monday evening, December 7, 2009, at his Medway home.
Born in Framingham on March 12, 1922, he was a son of the late Edna May (Coombs) and Frank L. Travers, Jr. Bob was raised and educated in Medfield and attended Burdett College for two years prior to enlisting in the Navy to serve during World War II.
Bob decided to make his career with the Navy and continued to serve until 1967. He retired as a Chief of Naval Personnel. Returning to Medfield, Bob was employed for several as a deliveryman for Winn Soap Company and enjoyed membership with the Beckwith Post #110, American Legion and the Franklin VFW Post #3402. He had lived in Medway for the past eight years.
Predeceased by his wife, Lola Marie (Dalo) Travers, he is survived by a daughter, Karla R. Arceneaux and her husband Ron of Val Rico, FL; a son, Matthew G. Travers of Matlacha, FL; a step-son, John V. Grover of Norwood; a grandson, Matthew Masi; three sisters, Jennie Brink of Endicott, NY, Anna Mallory of Franklin, and Edna L. MacDonald of Medway; and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Frank L. Travers, III.
A memorial service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church 14 School St., Medway, on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010 at 11:00a.m.
If desired, donations may be made in his memory to the Medfield Home Committee, 459 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052.
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DeVenanzi, George, age 83, a lifelong resident of Medfield, died peacefully at his home on Sunday evening, December 6, 2009.
Born in Medfield on January 9, 1926, he was a son of the late Romolo and Angelina (Magnaro) DeVenanzi. He attended the Medfield Schools and at the age of 14 started working part time for the town.
George officially started his career with the Medfield Highway Department in 1947 at the age of 21. He continued to work for the DPW until his retirement at the age of 82 in December 2008. George was also an active member of the Medfield Fire Department for 44 years and attained the rank of Lieutenant in 1989. In honor of a lifetime of devotion to the town, the Medfield Board of Selectman declared December 17, 2008, as George DeVenanzi Day.
Loving companion of the late Evelyn (Dunham) Kingsbury, he is survived by her children Debra Brown and husband Ray of Bellingham, William Kingsbury and wife Jean of Medfield, and Robin Bibo of Milford; their children Paul Bibo, Nicholas and Gregory Brown, and Neil and Erin Kingsbury; and many relatives and friends. He was also predeceased by his brother, John A. Finase, and sisters Margaret Alberto, Florence Finase, and Mary Russo.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street, Medfield, on Friday, Dec. 11th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Thursday 4 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in George’s memory to the Medfield Home Committee, 459 Main St., Medfield, MA 02052.
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Cassidy, Mary K., 62, of Wellesley, formerly of Wrentham and Millis, December 5, 2009. Beloved daughter of the late Henry J. and Florence A. (LeSage) Cassidy, and niece of the late Francis "Pete" LeSage, and the Misses Mary C. and Bridget Cassidy.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, December 10th at 9AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis. Burial will follow in the family lot at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis. Relatives and friends are invited.
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Lydon, Agnes E. (Downing), age 88, a lifelong Millis resident, died on Tuesday evening, November 24, 2009, at Medway Country Manor.
Born in Dorchester on July 5, 1921, she was a daughter of the late Richard F. and Mary (Cassidy) Downing. She was a graduate of the Millis Schools and had been employed for many years as a secretary at the William Carter Clothing Company in Needham.
Mrs. Lydon was a devoted member of Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish in Millis.
Predeceased by her siblings Mary Welch, Richard Downing, Eileen McCarthy, Rita Gately, John Downing, Ann Holmquist, and Alma Mulkern, she is survived by many nieces and nephews and their families.
Her funeral will be from the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Monday, Nov. 30th at 9:00a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Holliston.
If desired, donations may be made in Agnes’ memory to the Catholic charity of ones choice.
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Masters, Henry Loring, age 25, died in the early hours of Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, of a recurrence of an autoimmune disorder he experienced in 2002, triggered this time by H1N1 influenza.
Many have asked about donations in Henry’s memory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations support The Food Project or a family foundation currently under development. Information on both will be posted at www.rememberinghenry.com by Thursday.
Born May 27, 1984, in Boston, Henry grew up and attended school in Medfield before enrolling at Milton Academy, where his dorm head described him as “the heart and soul of Goodwin House.” Milton was a time of important friendships, intellectual growth, and—a particular highlight—being part of the sailing team that won a national title.
In the spring of his senior year, Henry spent 17 days—one for each of his 17 years—in the hospital for treatment for idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia. When he needed to understand the complex physiological processes in play, he sent his mother and aunt on a mission to the Harvard Coop to buy a medical school text on blood. He read it cover to cover, and became a full partner with a team of doctors from Children’s Hospital Boston and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, who worked tirelessly to help him beat the odds. Henry was discharged on his eighteenth birthday, received his Milton diploma in person with his classmates, and even attended a graduation party or two before a summer of setbacks, another hospital admission, and a long healing process.
Henry recovered. He took an unplanned “gap year,” healing himself as well as a menagerie of pets, and sometimes their owners, through his work at a veterinary hospital that inspired him to enroll at Franklin & Marshall College as a pre-vet, eventually changing his major to Scientific and Philosophical Studies of Mind, an interdisciplinary mix of hard and soft sciences and the humanities.
While at college, Henry met the two loves of his life: first Hillary Chazen, and later, a magnificent black lab named Mason, whom they rescued together. The three were inseparable.
Acting on his interest in patient rights, Henry also interned in a public defender’s office, building the primary arguments for two successful cases that gained benefits for patients unable to advocate effectively for themselves.
The thread that runs through Henry’s life—his leadership, purpose, mentoring, and capacity to effect change—is perhaps best expressed through his ten-year relationship with The Food Project, an organization fostering personal and social change through sustainable agriculture. Henry started there at age 14 as a crew member, rising through the ranks of summer positions to crew leader, Roxbury farm manager, and later, between college and graduate school, a year full-time as youth coordinator, building programming and curricula that ensured a level playing field for young participants from all backgrounds in the Boston metropolitan area. The Food Project embodied Henry’s hopes and dreams for society, not to mention his enjoyment of good food—grown well, harvested and cooked lovingly, and distributed to those for whom a healthy diet was economically challenging. It was a practical way to accomplish change and see growth of both food and youth.
Henry was a natural teacher with an unusual capacity to synthesize and interpret information in the way best suited to whomever he was with. His honorary sister, Elizabeth Beedy, speaking of the inexplicable nature of losing Henry, said “I wish he were here to explain it all to us.” Henry was the guy who always did that. And who had a laugh, and a hug, like no other.
All of Henry’s interests, passions, and considerable brainpower converged in July of this year when he enrolled in the Master of Public Health program at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. He was on a mission, in the right setting with professional peers from various disciplines, to change U.S. health-care and mental health policy.
Each of the people and institutions in Henry’s life felt his impact. The morning after he died, Henry’s sister found Rudyard Kipling’s “If,” on his computer desktop. The poem embodies all that Henry was.
Henry is survived by his parents, Jeffrey and Lucy Bird Masters; sister Anne Tyler Masters and her spouse Greta Karen Masters of Brooklyn, New York; brother Charles Bradford Masters, of Medfield, Massachusetts, and Burlington, Vermont; maternal grandmother Anne Litchard Bird of Orchard Park, New York; paternal grandparents John and Virginia Masters of Burlington, Vermont; and by the love of his life, Hillary Chazen, daughter of Barbara Gross and Edward Chazen of Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts.
Henry also leaves a large number of adoring cousins, aunts, uncles, friends, colleagues, classmates, and youth he befriended and mentored—too numerous to mention but so important to understanding his reach and the faith so many had that he would improve the world in a way only Henry could—with purpose, focus, humor, and time for flag football and the Red Sox.
The family is in the process of establishing a vehicle to fund and facilitate better understanding of, and more effective treatment for, idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia in young people and children. When further information is available, the family welcomes participation at every level, from donations to scientific advising.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 12, 2009, in the Arlington Street Unitarian Universalist Church, at the corner of Arlington and Boylston streets, across from the Boston Public Garden. Please feel free to leave a memory and/or photograph at www.remberinghenry.com.
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Angenete, Joshua Ryan, age 24, died suddenly on Tuesday morning, November 10, 2009, at his Millis home.
Born on October 18, 1985, in Oakland, CA, he was a son of the late Suzanne Yvonne Angenete. He moved to Lunenburg at age ten and attended the Imago School in Littleton. He started his secondary education at San Leandro High School in California and transferred as a junior to the electrical program at Tri County Regional Vocational Technical High School. He graduated in 2005.
Joshua had served an electrical apprenticeship in Millis and Medway and had recently earned his EMT license. A body builder and wrestler, he spent the last year employed as a physical fitness trainer at both Gold’s Gym in Millis and Fitness Together in Westwood. Joshua was a wrestling coach at Xaverian High School in Westwood. He enjoyed competing in area bodybuilding competitions. He also liked rock climbing, caring for and riding his motorcycle, and studying martial arts.
He is survived by two sisters, Meagan and Rose Angenete of Millis; two brothers, Caleb and Phillip Camacho of San Leandro, CA; two aunts, Karin Konstantinopoulos and her husband Costa of Millis, with whom he resided; Jackie Henrickson and her husband William of Lunenburg; and many dear cousins and friends.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Sunday, Nov. 15th from 4 –7p.m. His funeral service and burial will be private.
If desired, donations may be made in Josh’s memory to the Samaritans Suburban West, 235 Walnut St., Framingham, MA 01702.
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Szablinski, Eloise Frances (Desley), age 78, a lifelong Millis resident, died early Tuesday morning, November 10, 2009, at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham.
Born in Framingham on February 10, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Maurice and Alice (Tighe) Desley. She was a 1949 graduate of Millis High School.
Eloise married and remained in Millis, creating a loving home environment for her family. She worked with her husband at their business, A & N Mobil of Medway, keeping books and doing odd jobs for many years. A woman of great strength and faith, Eloise cared for her parents and husband through their many trials and illnesses without complaint.
A devoted and active parishioner of Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, she was also fond of cooking and preferred entertaining at home to going out. Eloise enjoyed reading and was a frequent patron of the Millis Public Library. The core of her family, she also had room in her heart for her many pets over the years.
Predeceased by her husband, Victor Szablinski, she is survived by two daughters, Alice M. Linnell and husband Robert of East Falmouth and Nancy M. Lauze and husband Gary of Hopkinton; two cousins, Mary Tighe and James Tighe, both of Holliston; four grandchildren, Vicki, Michelle, Kevin, and Jessie; and four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Kassie, Axel, and Addison.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Saturday, Nov. 14th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Friday 3 – 7p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Eloise’s memory to St. Patrick’s Manor, 863 Central St., Framingham, MA 01701.
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Morrill, Christopher Ellis, age 57, a long time Millis resident, died on Thursday afternoon, November 5, 2009, at home with family by his side.
Born, raised, and educated in Framingham, he was a son of the late Thomas H. and Ellen J. (Powers) Morrill. He worked as a teen at the Zayre’s warehouse in Natick. His involvement with computer operations at the warehouse grew into an interest which he pursued in programming. Chris stayed with the company through its transition to TJX and was currently employed as a Senior Programming Analyst.
Chris was a fly fishing enthusiast and could often be found along the Swift River in western Massachusetts. Two years ago he realized a long time dream by traveling to Montana to enjoy the sport. Another favorite pastime was caring for his sports car and Chris was an avid fan of the New England Patriots.
He is survived by two brothers, Thomas H. Morrill, Jr. and his wife Anne of Framingham and Peter E. Morrill and his wife Priscilla of New Lebanon, NY; a sister, Suellen Coito and her husband A. Michael of Sarasota, FL; his nieces and nephews, Suellen, Lisa, Michael, Benjamin, and Anne; their children, Matthew, Ashley, Anthony, and Aidan; and his former wife and dear friend, Leslie Lambert.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Sunday, Nov. 8th from 5 – 8p.m. His funeral service and burial will be private.
Donations may be made in Chris’ memory to VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608-1280.
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Smith, Ruth F., age 91, of Wrentham, formerly of Medfield, Canton, and Dorchester, died on Saturday, October 24, 2009. Beloved daughter of the late Elwyn A. and Alice (Pollard) Smith. Devoted sister of Hazel Richardson of Medfield and Barbara Guyette of Norfolk. Special friend of Judy Borgen of So. Weymouth. Also survived by her niece and three nephews. Relatives and friends may visit with the family at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Thursday, Oct. 29th at 9:00a.m. Her funeral service will follow at 10:00a.m. Burial with military honors will be at Vine Lake Cemetery.
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Woodward, Lois A. (Deacon), age 65, died on Thursday morning, October 22, 2009, at Caritas Norwood Hospital after a brief illness.
Born in Brighton, England on November 23, 1943, she was a daughter of the late Frederic and Edith (Stuber) Deacon. Her family moved frequently when she was young, but she always considered Devon her childhood home.
Lois immigrated to this area as a young woman and was happily employed for many years as an au pair in Medfield and Sherborn. Lois had also worked as a Certified Nurse’s Aide in Natick prior to her employment as a lab technician with the Charles River Pollution Control District. She remained with the district for 22 years and considered many of her coworkers as a second family.
A talented sketch artist, Lois also found outlets for her creativity in various crafts. She enjoyed gardening and caring for her home, travel and kayaking and was a keen Red Sox fan.
She is survived by three sons, Donal Sean Woodward and his wife Karen of Carthage, NC, and Iain M. Woodward and Gllynn Deacon Woodward both of Norfolk; her companion, Robert Marshall of Sherborn; eight brothers and sisters, Patrick Deacon of Dartmouth, UK, Rosamond Bruce of Liverpool, UK, Kathleen Hoare of Auckland, NZ, Simon Deacon of Cambridge, UK, Jeannie Warnell of Eastern Passage, NS, Rachel Witt of Wales, Paul Deacon of Auckland, NZ, and Jill Bolt of Cork, IR. She also leaves two much loved granddaughters, Mandy Ramey and Jennifer Wood and their daughters Amber and Emily.
Memorial visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Tuesday, Oct. 27th from 5 – 8p.m. If desired, donations may be made in Lois’ memory to the Make A Wish Foundation, One Bullfinch Place, 2nd floor, Boston, MA 02114.
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Kubacki, John, age 69, a lifelong resident of Millis, died early Wednesday morning, October 21, 2009, at Milford Regional Medical Center.
Born at home in Rockville on March 22, 1940, he was a son of the late Alexander and Anne (Walsh) Kubacki. He was a graduate of the Millis Schools and was employed with the Millis DPW prior to entering the Navy during the Vietnam War. He served with the Seabees from 1961 until 1965.
John served with the Millis Police Department for several years prior to working as a heavy equipment operator with S.M. LoRusso and Sons for over thirty years. He was a volunteer firefighter with the Millis Fire Department for thirty-plus years and had served for eighteen years as Millis Town Constable. John was a life member of the Millis American Legion Post 208, the Millis Amvets Post 495, and the Boggastow Fish and Game Club. He most enjoyed working with the fire department, fishing, and following the New England Patriots, a team he followed from its inception.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Helen (Johnson) Kubacki; a daughter, Kimberly Jean McManus and her husband Edward of Londonderry, NH; two sons, Keith N. Kubacki and his wife Jean Callahan of Millis and John “Kubby” Kubacki, Jr. and his partner Peggy Santos of Millis; four grandchildren, Anjelica, Janisha, Sean, and Kody Kubacki; two sisters, Margaret Ozella and her husband Vincent of Milford and Patricia Johnson of Hopedale; his mother-in-law, Helen Burpee of Millis, and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Alex Kubacki and Helen Fuzy.
His funeral service will be held at the Church of Christ, 142 Exchange Street, Millis, on Monday, Oct. 26th at 2:00p.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Sunday 2 – 6p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in John’s memory to the Millis Ambulance Fund, c/o Lt. Vincent Howley, 885 Main St., Millis, MA 02054.
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Pederzini, Elaine (Benedict), age 103, a longtime resident of Medfield, died on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, at Caritas Norwood Hospital.
Born in Auburn, Maine, on August 18, 1906, she was a daughter of the late Ralph C. and Mae (Holmes) Benedict. Elaine was raised primarily in Needham and was a 1924 graduate of Needham High School. She continued her education at Wheaton College where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1928.
Elaine settled in Medfield in 1929 and embarked on a long career in teaching. Upon her marriage in 1934, she gave up teaching in compliance with the norms of that time. When the marriage restriction was eased during World War II, she returned to the classroom. Elaine taught English, Latin and French at Medfield High School until her retirement in 1971. She had also served as Head of the English Department during the 1960s.
A lifelong music lover, Elaine had been a member of the Medfield Community Orchestra, had organized the Medfield High School Girls’ Glee Club and had served as organist at the Church of the Advent in Medfield. She was a member of the Hannah Adams Women’s Club and held most of their offices during her tenure with them. She had also been a member of the Norfolk County and Mass Retired Teachers Associations.
Beloved wife of the late Gildo J. Pederzini and sister of the late Katherine B. Phillips and Marjorie B. Meaney, she is survived by a niece, Charlotte A. MacPhetres of Scituate; a nephew, Robert E. Meaney and his wife Donna of Medfield; and many loving grand and great-grand nieces and nephews.
Her funeral will be at the Church of the Advent, 28 Pleasant Street, Medfield, on Monday, Oct. 26th at 10:00a.m. Burial will be private.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Sunday 3 – 6p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Elaine’s memory to the Medfield Home Committee, 459 Main St., Medfield, MA 02054.
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Manning, Timothy B., age 81, of Millis where he has been a resident since 1964, died Sunday morning, October 18th, 2009 at the Milford Care and Rehabilitation Center in Milford, MA.
Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Timothy D. and Mary Gillespie) Manning and was raised in Boston and educated at the Boston Latin Boys School.
Formerly of Boston, Mr. Manning was a retired Marketing Representative from CIGNA, Insurance, where he had been employed for 45 years.
A devoted husband and father, his sense of humor was evident right up to his last days. He enjoyed sports, especially the Patriots and Red Sox. He also enjoyed working in his yard, it has been said he had the greenest lawns in Millis.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Jean A. (Callahan) Manning, he is survived by a daughter Judith A. Manning of Bellingham, a son Michael C. Day of Millis, and 2 sisters Helen F. Manning of Dover and Norma L. Connolly of Westwood. He was also predeceased by 3 brothers, Edward, John and Kenneth Manning and 2 sisters Rita and Doris Manning.
Relatives and friends may gather Wednesday, October 21st at 9AM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church at 10AM. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis.
Funeral home visiting hours will be Tuesday, October 20th from 4:00 to 7:00PM.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, C/O Developement Office, 1 Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02115.
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Moore, Theresa M. (Stevens), age 50, died peacefully at her Medway home on Wednesday evening, October 14, 2009.
Born in Boston on June 17, 1959, she was the daughter of Mary Lou (Howard) Ryan of Medfield and the late William Stevens. She was raised in Dorchester and Hyde Park, and was a 1977 graduate of Cardinal Cushing High School in South Boston. She continued her education at Framingham State College where she earned a BA in English and later, the Goldman School of Dental Medicine receiving her Radiology Certification for Dental Assistant, and she was currently near completion of her nursing degree at Mass Bay Community College in Wellesley.
Formerly of Millis and Medfield, Terri had most recently been employed by Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates in Wellesley as a Medical Assistant. Previous to which, she was a dental assistant at the office of Dr. Frederick Insogna in Westwood for many years at the same time joining the Prudential Page Real Estate office in Medway. Prior to then she had been employed by Invensys in Framingham as a Benefits Specialist, and a Personnel Assistant at both Butler Automatic, Inc. in Canton and Northeast Apparel, Inc. in Braintree. A very talented lady, she enjoyed working with stained glass, sewing, embroidery, quilting, and cooking. Terri also loved music and among her favorite places to visit were Golden and Denver, CO, and Boston.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Scott B. Moore; three brothers, William Stevens of Boston, John Ryan and his wife Roberta of Framingham, and Kevin Ryan and his wife Karen of Foxborough; her father-in-law, William Moore of Norton; and her Godmother, Alice Saegh of Walpole.
A celebration of her life will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Monday, October 19th at 12noon. Burial will be private.
Visiting hours at the funeral home are Sunday, 2:00 to 5:00PM
Those wishing may make a contribution in Terri’s memory to the D.A.V. Memorial Program, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250.
For guest book, obituary, directions and additional information see www.robertsmitchell.com.
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Vincola, N. Margaret Nyren, age 98, died peacefully early on Tuesday morning, October 13, 2009, at her Millis home.
She was predeceased by two husbands, Eugene Vincola and Olaf Nyren. Her survivors include Paul Nyren of Medfield, Lois Westcott of CT, Eleanor Morrison of NH, James DeCost of SC, David Jeannette of Reading, Paul Jeannette of East Harwich, and their families.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Saturday, October 17th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Friday 4 – 7p.m.
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Boie, Camille A. Rita, age 51, died suddenly on Sunday, September 29, 2009, at her Millis home.
Born in Fall River on June 5, 1958, she was a daughter of David Rita of Florida and the late Mona (DeStephano) Rita. She was raised in Whitman and was a graduate of Whitman High School. She settled in Millis and was employed as a waitress at various restaurants in Millis and Franklin for many years.
In addition to her father, she is survived by her daughters, Jacqueline M. Boie and Erika A. Boie, both of Medway, her sisters and many relatives and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Thursday, October 15th at 12 noon. Burial will be private.
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Breen, Patricia A., 54, of Millis passed away gracefully Sunday, October 11 embraced by loving family at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.
Beloved wife of 30 years to Daniel Breen and loving, devoted mother of Nicholas E., Lucas D., and Molly K. Breen. Born in Milford, she was the daughter of Nello and Kathleen (O’Connor) Allegrezza.
Patty attended Milford public schools, graduating in 1973, and received her nursing degree from UMass, Amherst. For over 20 years, Patty worked as a pediatric nurse at Children’s Hospital Boston and, most recently, Newton-Wellesley Hospital.
Her warmth, boundless optimism and joie de vivre were an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. Patty was actively involved in the Millis community, volunteering countless hours to the schools and town. She enjoyed gardening, oil painting, the seashore and cooking for family and friends.
Patty is also survived by her brothers John Allegrezza of Westwood and Damian Allegrezza of Millis and sister, Christina Allegrezza of Boston.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, October 15th at 10:00AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis with burial following at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis.
Visiting hours will be Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00PM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis.
Those wishing, may make a contribution in Patty’s memory to the Lance Armstrong Foundation, National Mail Processing Center, P.O. Box 6003, Albert Lea, MN 56007-6603 or March of Dimes Foundation, Mass Chapter, 114 Turnpike Rd., Suite 202, Westborough, MA 01581.
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Hallowell, Beverly L., 75, died peacefully on Sunday surrounded by her four daughters.
Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Bernice (Macpherson) Thornton.
Mrs. Hallowell was raised in Needham and graduated from Needham High School, class of 1951. After attending Lasell Jr. College in 1953, she then earned a bachelors degree from Burdett College in the class of 1955. Beverly moved to Medfield in 1961 with her family and was very active in the community. She was a member of the Medfield Garden club, the Hannah Adams club and co-chaired the 325th Anniversary celebration of Medfield. She also enjoyed volunteering at the Metro West Medical Center, Natick campus. Beverly's greatest joy was being a home maker and spending time with her family.
She was the wife of the late William L. Hallowell and is survived by her daughters, Holly H. McKillop and husband Tom of Nashua, NH, Laurel H. Sigler and husband Randy of Marblehead, Lindsay H. O’Driscoll and husband Sean of Medfield and Hope H. Rose and husband Bob of Rome, NY. Dearly loved by her ten grandchildren and her new grandson-in-law, Curtis Lewsey, she was also predeceased by brother, Robert P. Thornton.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Visiting hours will be Thursday 4:00 to 8:00PM at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield,
Those wishing may make a contribution in Beverly’s memory to the Medfield Home Committee, 459 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052.
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Mott, Ann M. (Bravo), 89, of Medfield where she has been a life long resident, died unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday evening, October 6th, 2009.
Born July 26, 1920 in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Rose (Silveri) Bravo. Ann was educated in the Medfield public schools graduating with the class of 1938.
For a short time during the war, Ann worked at Kendall Mills, but for most of her life she was a devoted mother and wife. Her passion was her family, and she also enjoyed traveling.
Wife of the late Harold S. Mott, she is survived by 2 children, Sheryl A. Knehr and husband George of Salt Springs, FL and James V. Mott of San Francisco, CA; a sister Josephine L. Marcus of Medfield; a granddaughter Loni Knehr and a great granddaughter Cortney Johnson. Also Ann was predeceased by her brother Vincent P. Bravo and grandson Michael Knehr.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, October 10th, 2009 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street, Medfield. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Ann’s family at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield on Saturday morning from 8:00 to 9:30AM and at her late residence 52 Spring Street, Medfield from 12:00 to 3:00PM.
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Worthy, Timothy S. and Michelle M. (Hartnett), ages 38 and 35 respectively, died on Saturday evening, October 3, 2009, of injuries sustained in a car accident
Tim was born in Washington, DC, a son of the late Sylvia (Vieira) and Cole E. Worthy, Jr. Raised in Wareham, he was a 1989 graduate of Wareham High School and continued his education at Northeastern University. Michelle was raised in South Weymouth, the daughter of Patricia (Klehm) and the late William R. Hartnett, Jr. Following her graduation from Weymouth High School, she earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Boston University and completed her master’s at Bridgewater State College.
Tim enjoyed a successful career in financial services, and had been employed with ACI in Framingham. Following in her father’s footsteps as an educator, Michelle started her career in teaching with Boston and Weymouth Public Schools. She had been employed by the Town of Dover as a literacy specialist at Chickering Elementary School since 2003.
Tim and Michelle were married on November 9, 2003, and had made their home in Natick prior to settling in Medfield four years ago. They were devoted parents to their two young children. Tim enjoyed time as a flag football and soccer coach in Medfield. The Worthys will be remembered by their families and friends as a fun couple who loved life, each other, and those around them.
In addition to her mother, they are survived by their children, Timothy S. Worthy, Jr. and Lauren O. Worthy; his brother Cole E. (Susan T.) Worthy, III, of Medfield; her brother, William R. (Tiffanie A.) Hartnett, III, of So. Weymouth; her grandmother, Claire Klehm of Milton; his aunt and uncle, Gloria and Lawrence Plenty of Wareham; their nieces and nephews, Taylor and Bryce Worthy and Billy and Brianna Hartnett; and a large extended family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street, Medfield, on Friday, Oct. 9th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Weymouth.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Thursday 4 – 8p.m.
Donations may be made in Tim and Michelle’s memory to the Worthy Children’s Education Fund, c/o Rockland Trust, attn: Cheryl O’Donnell, 76 North St., Medfield, MA 02052.
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Desmarais, Leo G., age 72, of South Yarmouth, died on Saturday, September 26, 2009, while visiting Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Born, raised, and educated in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, he was a son of the late Alphee and Blanche (Smith) Desmarais. He lived most of his adult life in Millis.
Leo had been employed throughout his career as a sales rep with Liberty Mutual Insurance Company of Boston. He had moved to South Yarmouth 15 years ago and maintained an office in Centerville until his retirement in 2004. Leo was a talented artist who spent much time painting, woodworking, or drawing. He also enjoyed playing the guitar and country line dancing.
He is survived by two daughters, Donna Desmarais of Milford and Lyndsay Desmarais of Naples, FL; three sons, Daniel Desmarais (Robin Cron) and Craig Desmarais (Terri) of Bellingham, and David Desmarais of Naples, FL; a brother, Arthur Desmarais (Susan Lynd) of RI; a sister, Loretta Desmarais of MA; and four grandchildren, Ryan and Sarah Wormmood of Milford, and Hillary and Steven Desmarais of Bellingham. He was also a brother of the late Theresa Annaco and Gilbert Desmarais.
Funeral services and burial at Prospect Hill Cemetery will be private. If desired, donations may be made in Leo’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
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Connelly, Paul M., age 53, a longtime resident of Medfield, died peacefully on Monday morning, September 14, 2009, surrounded by family at his home.
Born in Boston on January 6, 1956, he was a son of John T. and Ella R. (Harrington) Connelly currently of Dover. He was raised in Roslindale, attended Sacred Heart School and was a 1974 graduate of Boston Latin School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications at Babson College. He married in 1980 and settled in Medfield five years later.
Paul joined his brother at Longwood Security of Brookline in 1995, and had served as Executive Vice President since that time. He had previously enjoyed a successful career in sales with Michelin Tire, Sherwood Medical, and Wang Laboratories. An enthusiastic skier, Paul liked to spend time with family, particularly at his vacation home in Maine. He was also a football fan.
He is additionally survived by his wife, Patricia M. (Walsh) Connelly; four daughters, Kerri A., Shannon M., Jillian P., and Erin M. Connelly of Medfield; one sister, Anne P. Lynch (Brian) of West Roxbury; five brothers, John T. Connelly, Jr. (Janet) of Medfield, Edward F. Connelly (Anna) of Needham, James R. Connelly (Maureen) of Norfolk, William L. Connelly (Carole) of Marshfield, and Joseph P. Connelly of Florida; his mother-in-law, Barbara B. (Johnson) Walsh of Roslindale; three brothers-in-law, John W. Walsh (Nancy) of Dedham, Christopher J. Walsh (Alicia) of Melrose, and Brian P. Walsh (Jennifer) of Walpole; two sisters-in-law, Carol A. Kerin (John) of Quincy and Kathleen M. Welter (Brian) of Walpole; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father-in-law, John J. Walsh.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated at Saint Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street, on Thursday, Sept. 17th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Wednesday 4 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Paul’s memory to the John Walsh Memorial Golf Tournament, c/o 31 Eldor Drive, Walpole, MA 02081.
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Keris, Florence J. (Hersey), 83, of Suffolk, VA, formerly of Medfield, died Sept. 10, 2009 at the Portsmouth VA hospital. A native of Eastport, Maine, she was a retired hairdresser in Medfield.
Mrs. Keris was a member and trustee of First Baptist Church in Medfield and was on the flower committee and board of Christian Education. She was a member of the Medfield Garden Club, Medfield Hannah Adams Club, Medfield Food Pantry and Medfield Bridge Club.
Survivors include her husband, Joseph J. Keris; two daughters, Brenda J. Rieth and Bonnie J. Vinson and husband Mark of Suffolk, VA; one son, Michael J. Keris of Denton, TX; one brother, George A. Hersey of Bellingham; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, Sept. 14, at 11 AM at the First Baptist Church, 436 Main St., Medfield, with the Rev. Jonathan Chechile, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield.
Visiting hours are at Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller St., Medfield on Sunday from 4-6 PM.
Contributions may be made to the Medfield Food Cupboard, 496 Main St., Medfield, MA 02052.
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Saleda, Theresa E. (Regan), age 82, a former Millis resident, died on Sunday evening, September 6, 2009, at her Ashland home.
Born in Charlestown of January 2, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Gertrude (Witham) Regan Riley and James J. Regan. Her early life was spent in Lynn and her family moved to Medfield when she was a teen. She graduated from Medfield High School and was employed for several years as a health aide at the Medfield State Hospital.
Theresa married in 1947 and made her home in Medfield and Roxbury prior to settling in Millis twelve years later. She devoted herself to the care of her young family while her husband was away serving with the U.S. Navy and is most remembered as a doting mother and grandmother. Theresa particularly enjoyed cooking, entertaining friends and family, and hosting holiday events.
Predeceased by her sons Thomas and Ronald and her grandson John, she is survived by her husband, Francis J. “Sal” Saleda; her daughter, Debra (Chuck) Carlson of Ashland; three sons, Robert F. Saleda of Georgia, James J. (Tonya) Saleda of CA, and John A. (Marianne) Saleda of Dedham; her brother, Donald P. (Kathy) Regan of Walpole; eleven grandchildren, Andrea, Mary, Theresa, Michael, Andrew, Elizabeth, Bryan, James, Emily, Michael, and Kate; and eight great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Friday, Sept. 11th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Thursday 4 – 7p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Theresa’s memory to the Ashland Ambulance Fund, 70 Cedar Street, Ashland, MA 01721.
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Somers, Robert Herman Jr., age 48, died at his Millis home on Sunday evening, August 30, 2009, after a long illness.
Born in Natick on June 18, 1961, he was a son of Valerie A. (McLean) Somers of Millis and the late Robert H. Somers. He moved with his family to Millis as a young boy and was a 1980 graduate of Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School in Franklin.
Robert had been employed with Herman Shoe Company and Ann and Hope prior to working with BJs Wholesale Club as a forklift operator for the past ten years. An enthusiastic Boston Bruins fan, he also followed Boston College Football and the Washington Redskins. He enjoyed movies and listening to music.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by two brothers, Mark R. (Christine) Somers of Wrentham and Michael R. (Linda) Somers of Woonsocket, RI; three sisters, Maureen A. (Walter) Martins of Bellingham, Barbara A. (Dana) Grinnell of Hopedale, and Diane M. (Gary) Baker of Bellingham; twelve nieces and nephews and five grandnieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Friday, Sept. 4th at 10:00a.m. Burial will be private at a later date.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Thursday 5 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Robert’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701-9376.
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Allard, Jeannette (Chamberlain) Lovelace-, age 85, a former resident of Medfield and Millis, died peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2009, at the Doolittle Home in Foxboro.
Born in Norwood on April 2, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Eli L. and Myra (Haynes) Chamberlain. She was a 1942 graduate of Norwood High School Class and earned a bachelor’s degree from Mt. Holyoke College in 1946. She married Warren H. Lovelace and they made their home in Springfield prior to settling in Medfield from 1957 until Warren’s death in 1972.
Jeannette enjoyed choir membership, participating in mission projects, and teaching Sunday School at the United Church of Christ in Medfield. She worked part time as an occupational therapist with the Westwood Lodge for several years and also continued her education with courses at the Andover-Newton Theological School. In 1975, Jeannette married Ernest H. Allard and moved to Millis. They wintered in Tampa, Florida, after retirement and spent time traveling. Jeannette was also a tennis player, particularly later in life.
Predeceased by Ernest in 1990, she is survived by two daughters, Ruth H. (Robert) Zielke of Hanford, CA, and Jeanne S. Reed of Florence; two sons, Richard L. (Susan) Lovelace of So. Hadley and Robert H. (Arleen) Lovelace of Brighton Plantation, ME; two stepchildren, Anne M. (Paul) Bacchiocchi of Millis and Richard A. (Wendy) Allard of Pass Christian, MS; ten grandchildren, Gwendolyn, Michael, Leslie, Jeffrey, Roxanne, Sarah, Lee Ellen, Annette, Stephen, and Thomas; and two great-grandsons, Howard and Joshua. She was also the stepmother of the late Stephen E. Allard and sister of the late Robert H. Chamberlain.
Her funeral service will be held at the United Church of Christ, 496 Main Street (Rte. 109), Medfield, on Thursday, Sept. 3rd at 1:00p.m. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Wednesday 5 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Jeannette’s memory to the Doolittle Home, 16 Bird St., Foxboro, MA 02035.
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Corrigan, Thelma Doris (Hinz), age 96, a longtime Medfield resident, died on Monday morning, August 24, 2009, at the Maples Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Wrentham.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on October 26, 1912, she was the daughter of the late William Joseph and Sadie Ellen (Kelly) Hinz. Thelma was a 1930 graduate of Eastern High School in Baltimore and had been employed as a secretary. In the course of her career she had worked with Hauss Taylor & Company, Credit Adjustment Corp., and the A.H. Bull Steamship Company.
Thelma settled in Medfield in 1980 and became a member of the Medfield Senior Citizens. She was also an avid reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles, and most loved spending time with her family.
Predeceased by her husband James J. Corrigan and daughters Nancy and Mary Corrigan, she is survived by a daughter, Carolyn (Mrs. Albert) Kern of Norfolk; a granddaughter, Rachel (Mrs. Jeffrey) Donoian of Southlake, TX; a grandson, Justin Kern of Henderson, NV; three great-grandchildren, Joseph, Isabella, and Francesca Donoian of Southlake, TX; and several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late Joseph Hinz.
Her funeral will be held at St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 950 East Street, Dedham, on Saturday, Aug. 29th at 2:00p.m. Burial will be at New Cathedral Cemetery, Baltimore, MD.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Friday 4 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Thelma’s memory to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 186 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143.
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Pope, Susan E. (Feigenbaum), of Medfield, 56, passed away peacefully at home on August 23, 2009, having continued to lead a full life after a challenging cancer diagnosis three years ago. Susan was the wife of William F. Pope, and mother of Stephen, Nicholas, and Eleanor Pope.
The daughter of the late Harry and Dorothy Feigenbaum, Susan grew up in Philadelphia, arriving in Medfield in 1978 to begin a 30-year career as a children’s librarian at the Memorial, Wheelock, and Dale Street schools. Her love of literature and passion for teaching inspired generations of students to become lifelong readers.
Named Norfolk County Teacher of the Year in 1996, Susan began the Wheelock Reads program, bringing outstanding children’s authors and illustrators to school. She was also a committed volunteer with Girl Scouts and the Medfield Music Association.
Susan earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Vermont and a master’s degree in library science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
The family is greatly indebted to all at the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center at Faulkner Hospital for the skill, dedication, and love they provided during this difficult ordeal, and to her support group of fellow cancer patients.
At Susan’s request, a memorial service for her closest family, friends, and colleagues will be held on Saturday, August 29, at 11 a.m. at First Parish Unitarian Universalist, Medfield.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Facing Cancer Together, Inc. (formerly the Wellness Community), Box 600666, Newtonville, MA, 02460.
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Miner, Marion (Toddings), age 89, a long time resident of Medfield, died on Saturday evening, August 22, 2009, surrounded by family at MetroWest Medical Center in Natick.
Born in Monroe, New York, on January 3, 1920, she was a daughter of the late Charles T.S. and Florence L. (Moseley) Toddings. She primarily raised and educated in Monroe and was a graduate of Girl’s Commercial High School in Brooklyn. Marion met John H. Miner, an acquaintance of her brother’s, prior to his serving in World War II and they later married.
The Miners had lived on Staten Island prior to settling in Medfield in 1958. Marion enjoyed providing a warm and loving home for her husband and sons. She had also enjoyed being a teachers’ aide at the Winter School in Medfield for over fifteen years.
Predeceased by her husband, she is survived by two sons, John R. Miner and his wife Linda of Kennesaw, GA, and Gary T. Miner and his wife Joan of Medfield; her sister, Florence Smith of Brooklyn, NY; eight grandchildren, Kim Balose, John T. Miner, Kathy Slaten, Gregory T. Miner, Jeffrey R. Miner, Stephanie J. Miner, Valerie A. Miner, and John H. Miner; and five great-grandchildren, Samuel, Sarah-Grace, Ruth-Ann, Ellie, and Ansley. She was also a sister of the late Charles E. Toddings and Grace Asbrock.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Tuesday 5 - 8p.m.
Her funeral service will be at the funeral home on Wednesday, August 26th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery.
If desired, donations may be made in Marion’s memory to the American Diabetes Assoc., 330 Congress St. #501, Boston, MA 02210.
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Murphy, Francis X. , a lifelong Millis resident, died peacefully on Thursday morning, August 20, 2009, at the home of his daughter in Port Charlotte, Florida.
Born in Millis on March 9, 1924, he was a son of the late Dennis J. and Annie B. (McDonald) Murphy. Following his 1943 graduation from Millis High School, Sliver joined the Army Air Corps and served as an aerial gunner in the European Theatre. His Air Medal was decorated with oak leaf clusters four times in 1944 and he received an EAME Theatre Service Medal with two bronze stars.
Sliver was employed throughout his career as a custodian with the Millis Public Schools. He retired as Head Custodian in 1986. He had been a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Church, past commander of the Millis American Legion Post 208 and a member of the Medway VFW.
Predeceased by his wives Catherine (Kilmain) Murphy in 1989 and Anna E. (Costello) Murphy in 2006 and eight siblings: Daniel L. Murphy, Katherine O’Rourke, Mary Germano, Michael Murphy, John Murphy, Thomas Murphy, Patricia O’Brien, and Sister Martha Murphy, he is survived by a daughter, Katherine A. DeLorenze and her husband John of Port Charlotte, FL; two sons, Dennis J. Murphy and his wife Theresa of Plainville and Patrick M. Murphy and his wife Kathleen of Wareham; two sisters, Rita Murphy of Millis and Florence Garrity of Yarmouth; a brother, James W. Murphy of Millis; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Saturday, August 29th at 10:00a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Friday 4 –8 p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in his memory to the Millis American Legion Post #208, 136 Curve St., P.O. Box 22, Millis, MA 02054.
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Munroe, Lauryl, 51, of Medfield, formerly of Boston, died unexpectedly Aug. 15, 2009. Daughter of the late Dr. William D. and Nancy (Condon) Munroe. Companion of Mark Dwelley of Medfield. Sister of Dr. David J. Munroe of Frederick, MD, Scott W. Munroe of Littleton and Bradley C. Munroe of Jamaica Plain. Also survived by a nephew Billy Munroe, and 2 nieces Abby and Elia Munroe. Funeral Thurs. Aug. 20th at 11:30AM at the Roberts-Mitchell Memorial Chapel, 15 Miller St., Medfield. Visitation Wed. evening from 6 to 9PM. In Lauryl’s memory, contributions may be made to the Medfield Animal Shelter, PO Box 271, Medfield, MA 02052-0271.
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Mailing, Donald P., age 62, a 21 year resident of Medway, died on Tuesday afternoon, August 11, 2009, at MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham.
Born in Milford on July 20, 1947, he was a son of the late Donald B. Mailing and Ruth I. Erler. Donald was a member of the Medfield High School class of 1965. He then served as a specialist with the U. S. Army.
Donald worked in construction for 35 years with S.E. Luttazi and Sons of Dover and for the past 6 years has been employed by the Town of Medway as a heavy equipment operator. A past commander of the American Legion Beckwith Post 110 in Medfield, he was also an enthusiastic Red Sox fan. He was particularly known to enjoy a good John Wayne war movie.
He is survived by his wife, Deirdre M. (Owen) Mailing; three sons, Donald K. Mailing and wife Stephanie Wachewski of North Brookfield, Robert P. Mailing and wife Deborah of Milford, and David J. Mailing of Medway; three grandchildren, Joseph Avery, Brady Philip, and Mackenzie E. Mailing; his sister, Donna Lee Machon of North Carolina; his twin, Ronald E. Mailing of Florida and brother Paul R. Mailing of North Carolina.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated at St. Joseph’s Church, 151 Village Street, Medway, Monday, Aug. 17th at 10:00a.m. Military honors will follow.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Sunday 2 – 5p.m.
Those wishing may make donations in Donald’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701-9376.
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Payson, Stephen Marshall, age 61, of Pikeville, KY unexpectedly died last year on August 24, 2008 in Pikeville, KY. He was born in Framingham, MA on February 1, 1947, the son of the late George Marshall and Mary R. Snyder Payson.
Mr. Payson graduated from Millis (MA) High school in 1965, from McPherson (KS) College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and from the University of Missouri, Kansas City with a Master of Science degree in Pharmaceutical Science.
Considered as one of the “founding fathers” of the Pikeville (KY) College School of Osteopathic Medicine, Mr. Payson was the school’s Associate Dean of Student Affairs at the time of his death. Prior to moving to Pikeville, KY in 1997, Mr. Payson had been with the University of Health Science’s College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, MO for 28 years.
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons honored Mr. Payson with their Gold Medallion award in 1995 for outstanding contributions made to the Osteopathic profession. He was named the University of Health Sciences' College of Osteopathic Medicine's Instructor of the Year in 1977 and in 1996 its Most Valuable Administrator. In 2002, the Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine student body named Mr. Payson the Administrator of the Year.
Mr. Payson was a member of the Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Regional Advisory Council for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and provided drug counseling for several treatment centers and organizations. He served as the chair of an institutional review board for Innovex, Inc. in Lenexa, KS. He was also a Golden Gloves physician assistant in Kansas City, a lifetime member of the Men's Garden Club of America, a member of the Kiwanis Club of Pikeville, and an avid fly angler. He was the author of the book A Handbook for Your 50’s
Or The Brokering of Wisdom.
His survivors include his wife, Marilynn (Leeper) Payson of Pikeville, KY; one son, Ben Payson of Wichita, KS; one daughter, Della Valenzuela and her husband, Steve, of Kansas City, MO; and three grandchildren, Lexus Payson, Hayden Payson and Alex Valenzuela.
A memorial service was held in Pikeville, KY following his death. On Monday, August 24, 2009, the anniversary of his death, a graveside service officiated by Rev. Rebecca Black will be held at 1PM at the Payson family lot in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Auburn Road, Millis.
If desired, donations may be made in his memory to the Payson Memorial Fund, c/o Pikeville College, 147 Sycamore Street, Pikeville, KY 41501, or the Mary Payson Scholarship Fund, c/o Middlesex Bank, 24 Milliston Road, Millis, MA 02054.
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Kerr, Earle C., 90, of Medfield, Aug. 10, 2009, beloved husband of the late Virginia (Davis) Kerr. Loving father of Patricia (Mrs. Paul) Foscaldo of Medfield, Sandra (Mrs. Alfred) Nelson of CA, and the late Ronald E. Kerr. Grandfather of Karen McLean, Darrell, Darrick and Deborah Kerr, Mark, James and David Foscaldo and Rebecca Leslie. Funeral services Friday, Aug. 14th at 11AM at the United Church of Christ, 496 Main St., Medfield. Burial with military honors will follow at Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield. Visiting hours at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller St., Medfield on Thurs. Aug. 13th from 4 to 8PM. If desired, contributions in Earle’s memory may be made to the Medfield Home Committee, 495 Main St., Medfield, MA 02052.
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Bradbury, William E., 76, died on Sunday, August 9, 2009, at his Millis home after a long illness.
Born in Brighton, he was the son of the late William F. and Mildred (Connor) Bradbury and was raised in Newton Center. After his 1950 graduation from Newton High School, he entered the Air Force and served as an Airman 1st Class throughout the Korean War.
Mr. Bradbury moved to Newton Upper Falls after his marriage and eventually settled in Millis in 1978. He had been employed for thirty eight years with Wonder Bread and had been a member of the vestry and a sexton at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
He is survived by his wife, Caroline J. (Bradbury) Bradbury, two sons, Walter J. Bradbury and wife Susan of Billerica and W. Stephen Bradbury, and wife Jennifer of Eastham, one grandson, Scott Bradbury, three sisters, Joan Hartford of Westwood, Cheryl Jaslowich of Salem, and Linda Wood and husband William of Portsmouth, RI, and several nieces and nephews. He was also the father of the late Deborah A. Bradbury.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 15th at 2:00p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 903 Main Street, Millis. Burial will be private.
If desired, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608-1280.
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Daniele, John A., age 70, died on Thursday evening, August 6, 2009, at his Millis home.
Born in Boston, he was the son of the late John A. and Josephine (Barbieri) Daniele. He was a 1956 graduate of Weymouth High School and served with the U.S. Air Force from 1959 – 1963, and earned a bachelor’s degree at the Boston University School of Business in 1965.
First and foremost a family man, John’s interests were food, he was a fanatic New England Patriots fan from the establishment of its team and enjoyed numerous other sports as well, travel, having traveled to Europe 14 times and cruises 10 times in the last 10 years, as well as music and theater.
John was employed as a stockbroker and manufacturers rep prior to establishing New England Associates. He garnered many awards during his career among them Top Salesman Award, President’s Award, and a honeymoon trip from Fox Marketing.
He is survived by his wife, Jude Daniele; a special niece, Beth “B.B.” Vasconcellos of Weymouth, and a special nephew, Timothy “T.D.” Vasconcellos of Plymouth, NH, children of the late Alan Vasconcellos (his best friend and brother-in-law) a sister-in-law Leanne Vasconcellos; his parents-in-law, Albert and Mary Vasconcellos; two sisters, Dorothy Hoelting and husband Paul William, their 7 children and spouses, 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, and Evelyn Dolejs and husband Dick; two sisters-in- law, Marina Boyd and husband Percel, and Joann Vasconcellos; and a brother-in-law, Albert Vasconcellos and wife Theresa.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Tuesday, Aug. 11th at 10:00a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery. Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Monday 4 – 8p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s memory to the America Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Rd. Suite 400, Waltham, MA 02451 or Habitat for Humanity, 240 Commercial St. #4B, Boston, MA 02109.
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Kuhlman, Catherine (McFetridge), age 66, a lifelong Millis resident, died suddenly on Monday morning, July 27, 2009, while visiting her cousin in Milford.
Born in Milford on December 4, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Wallace A. and Celia M. (Consoletti) McFetridge. She was a graduate of Millis High School and had been employed as a health aide at Medfield State Hospital for many years. Cathy later worked as a security guard at the MCI Framingham.
She is survived by one brother, Joseph W. McFetridge and his wife Rubye of San Diego, CA, and many relatives and friends. She was predeceased by a brother, James R. McFetridge.
A Mass of Christian Burial at will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis on Friday, July 31st at 10:00a.m. Private burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Thursday 7 – 9p.m.
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Jennings, John R., age 72, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, a former resident of Sandwich, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham after a brief illness.
Born in Boston, he was a son of the late Raymond and Lillian (Dalton) Jennings and a brother of the late Raymond Jennings.
He is survived by his life partner, Barbara Vandervort; his daughter, Debbie Hayes of Millis; a brother, George Jennings and his wife Cathi of Austin, TX; and two granddaughters, Katie and Holly Hayes of Millis. He was also an uncle of Jessica Greene and her husband George of Dorchester, and Sean Jennings and Keri Jennings of Austin, TX.
Funeral services will be private.
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Weir, John Ross III, age 60, of El Paso, Texas, died in Lubbock County on Monday, July 20, 2009, after a brief illness.
Born in Waltham on May 12, 1949, he was a son of Nancy (Coburn) Weir-Mailing of Foxboro and the late John Ross Weir, Jr. After his 1968 graduation from Newton High School, he entered the Army and served in Vietnam. John made the Army his career, working for many years as a master mechanic. At the time of his retirement in 1988, he was a senior instructor and writer.
John made his home in Texas and continued his education at mortuary school. After working for a time in funeral service, he followed a calling to ministry and earned a Bachelor of Divinity degree at Shalom Bible School.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Allyson N. Weir of College Station, TX, two sons, John R. Weir, IV, of Leander, TX, and Joseph R. Weir, currently stationed with the Army in Korea, a sister, Deborah L. Weir of Foxboro, and five grandchildren. He was also predeceased by two brothers, Paul S. Weir and David A. Weir.
A memorial service will be held at the Church of the Advent, 28 Pleasant Street, Medfield, on Friday, August 21st at 11:00a.m. Burial with military honors will be at a later date.
If desired, donations may be made in John’s memory to the Church of the Advent Memorial Fund, 28 Pleasant Street, Medfield, MA 02052.
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Halbing, Charles C. Sr., age 96, a longtime resident of Millis, died on Sunday morning, July 19, 2009, at the Eliot Healthcare Center in Natick.
Born in Grosseibstadt, Germany, on April 27, 1913, he was a son of the late Melchior and Mathilda (Koberlin) Halbing. He immigrated at the age of six with his family to West Haven, CT. After graduating from the West Haven Schools he attended the University of Alabama. Mr. Halbing returned to West Haven and started his career as a police officer with the New York-New Haven-Hartford Railroad. He retired in 1978.
Mr. Halbing had lived many years in Mansfield prior to settling in Millis in 1963. He had been a member of the Mansfield Knights of Columbus and the Mansfield Lions Club and for the past several years enjoyed socializing with friends at King’s Terrace.
Predeceased by his wife Honora (Kelly) Halbing in 1994, he is survived by two sons, Charles C. Halbing of Old Saybrook, CT, and Stephen M. Halbing of Millis, two granddaughters, Katharine Halbing of Venice Beach, CA, and Elizabeth Halbing of Columbia, SC, his dear friend Helen Burpee of Millis, and many nieces and nephews. He was also a brother of the late Joseph and Henry Halbing and Mary Phelan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis on Friday, July 24th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, on Thursday 4 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Charles’ memory to Catholic Charities, 75 Kneeland St., 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02111.
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Copithorne, Arthur N. Jr., age 92, a resident of Medfield, died on Saturday afternoon, July 18, 2009, at his home.
Born in Roxbury on October 13, 1916, he was a son of the late Arthur N. and Mary M. (Rowney) Copithorne. He was raised and educated in Somerville and was employed for a short time with United Fruit. He joined the U.S. Naval Reserve in 1937 and was called to duty during World War II.
Art was employed throughout his career as a heat treater with the Watertown Arsenal. He retired in 1969 and moved from his longtime home in Arlington to Medfield in 1980. He was a talented woodcarver and had produced many beautiful birds and hunting decoys over a span of many years. A member of the Fin, Fur and Feather Club, Art was a skeet shooter and outdoorsman. He was also a member of the Beckwith American Legion Post #110, enjoyed time spent at the new Medfield Senior Center, and was a Friend of the Medfield Library.
Predeceased by his wife Adele (Nelson) Copithorne in 2007, he is survived by a daughter, Linda C. Stenquist and her husband John of Medfield, a granddaughter, Amanda Stenquist of Jamaica Plain, and a grandson, Michael Stenquist of Bridgewater.
Services will be private. If desired, donations may be made in Art’s memory to The Center at Medfield, One Icehouse Road, Medfield, MA 02052.
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Howie, Samuel J., 93, of Millis where he has been a resident most of his life, died after period of declining health at the Kathleen Daniel Nursing and Rehab Center in Framingham.
Born August 23rd, 1915 in Dorchester, he was the son of the late Thomas K. Howie and Lillie Ann (Thompson) Howie. He was a 1933 graduate of Millis High School and continued his education at Dean College in Franklin and Clark University in Worcester.
Mr. Howie founded the Howie Oil Company in 1935. During WWII, he joined the U. S. Army Air Corps in 1942, and as a Staff Sergeant and Crew Chief served in the Normandy invasion, Battle of the Bulge, Rhineland and Central Europe and was discharged in October 1945 a Bronze Star Recipient. During that time his wife Virginia and brother Tom ran the family business.
Sam led a long and productive life. He was not only President, CEO and CFO of the Howie Oil Company, but Past President and long time board member of the former Medway Savings Bank, now known as Strata Bank. He was also involved in many committees in the town of Millis, some of which were the Clyde Brown School Building Committee, the Industrial Development Commission, the Board of Assessors, the Energy Conservation Committee and the Finance Commission. He was also a member of the Charles River Lodge of Masons in Medway and the Post 208 American Legion in Millis. Also a pilot, Sam enjoyed flying having owned several airplanes over the years; he was also a Studebaker Avanti aficionado.
Sam leaves his wife of 67 years, Virginia B. (Howe) Howie, 5 sons, Tom Howie and his wife Kathy, Sam Howie Jr., Steve Howie and his wife Jan, Joel Howie and Paul Howie all of Millis, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by 2 brothers Tom Howie and John Howie, and 2 sisters Ruth Geyer and Lillian Morey.
Private services will be held at the convenience of Sam’s family with burial and military honors in the family lot at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis.
If desired, contributions in Sam’s memory may be made to the Charles River Lodge Trustees, 37 Cottage Street, Medway, MA 02053, or the charity of one’s own choice.
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Buchanan, Katherine Marie (mohr), age 81, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center, from complications following cancer surgery, with family members at her side. She was the daughter of late William Henry Philip and Elizabeth (Christman) Mohr. Kay grew up in the Roslindale section of Boston, married and moved to Medfield where she resided with her husband for 50 years before they moved to the Community at Pond Meadow in Wrentham.
Kay leaves her husband of 60 years, Austin C. “Buck” Buchanan, four daughters; Karyn Marie Bliss and her husband Richard of Haslet, TX, Pauline Louise Buchanan of Chesapeake, VA, Sandra Lee Raimbeault and her husband Robert of Pawtucket, RI, and Debra Mohr Castaldi and her husband Carty of Boston, five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, a niece and four nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, Warren Mohr and David P. Mohr.
Kay was a graduate of Hyde Park high school and the Massachusetts Memorial Hospital School of Nursing where she worked following her graduation. Kay interrupted her career to raise her family, returning to nursing in the early 1970s at the Glover Memorial Hospital in Needham. She started in the emergency room, then moved up to the intensive care unit and then served as head nurse on the 47 bed surgical floor for several years before retiring in 1992.
A member of the First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Medfield for 59 years, she served as Director of Religious Education, also served on the governing board as a member and clerk. Kay was very active in church activities serving at chairman of several committees and as president of the Woman’s Alliance. Kay supervised the office of the family printing business located on Spring Street in Medfield. An avid gardener she tended a large vegetable garden as well as several flower gardens around the Medfield home. She enjoyed sewing, making many of her children’s clothes, knitting and crocheting, and enjoyed working and teaching many crafts such as basket weaving, and painting with acrylics. Kay loved to read, her expertise as a bridge and Mah Jongg player is well known.
A Remembrance Service will be conducted on Saturday, August 1, 2009 at the First Parish Church Unitarian Universalist, 26 North Street, Medfield, MA at 10 a.m. Family and friends are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the First Parish Church Unitarian Universalist, PO Box 215. Medfield, MA 02052.
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Steele, Jeffry, age 62, a longtime resident of Millis, died suddenly on Sunday morning, July 5, 2009, at his home.
Born in Lafayette, Indiana, on August 13, 1946, he was a son of the late McCord and Margaret (Chambers) Steele. He was raised in Attica, IN, and was a graduate of Pine Village High School. He earned a degree in agriculture and education at Purdue University where he also played tuba with the Purdue All-American Marching Band. His first teaching position was at the Reynolds Middle School in Reynolds, IN.
Jeff moved to the Boston area in 1970 and embarked on his long career with the Framingham Public Schools. During the course of his tenure he taught pupils at the Walsh and Barberi Middle Schools and Framingham North High School. Subjects he taught included earth science, satellite monitoring, meteorology, and animal behavior. He was a coach for the Academic Decathlon Team and the Solar Car Club. Jeff earned a Master of Science Degree from Framingham State College.
Prior to settling in Millis in 1975, Jeff had lived in Framingham, Holliston, and Medfield. He had been a longtime Troop Leader for both the Boy and Girl Scouts of America and had enjoyed playing with the Southeastern Massachusetts Community Concert Band. He was very active with St. Paul’s Episcopal Church as a choir member, leader of the men’s group and a Lay Eucharistic Minister. He also volunteered as a driver for the Millis Senior Center. Jeff enjoyed gardening and caring for his yard, woodworking, and many outdoor activities. He and his wife shared many memorable trips since their retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Susan (Hobbs) Steele, DVM; a daughter, Karen Lynne Morrow and her husband Jeffrey of Clarksville, TN; a son, Charles McCord Steele of Seattle, WA; a grandson, Ethan Graham Morrow; a brother, Edward Steele and his wife Joanne of Dunsmuir, CA; a sister, Layna Cottingham and her husband Dwain of Attica, IN; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 903 Main Street (Rte. 109), Millis, on Monday, July 13th at 10:00a.m. Burial will be private.
If desired, donations may be made in Jeff’s memory to Heifer Project International, 216 Wachusett St., Rutland, MA 01543.
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Murray, Amanda Leigh, age 23, of Medfield, died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Walpole on Saturday, July 4, 2009.
Born in Newton on January 27, 1986, she was a daughter of Susan (Richards) Murray of Medfield and Thomas M. Murray of Naples, FL. Amanda was raised in Medfield and was a 2004 graduate of Medfield High School. She continued her education at Mass. Bay Community College where she had an interest in criminal justice.
Amanda moved to Fort Worth, FL, two years ago where she met her fiancé, Jason Wayne Spurlin. The couple returned to Medfield in May and their son, Jason Wayne “L.J.” Spurlin II, was born last month. Amanda loved music, photography, animals, and spending time with family and friends, but was most excited about being a new mom.
She is additionally survived by a sister, Colleen R. Murray of Medfield, two brothers, Joseph R. Murray of Medfield and Tommylee B. Murray of Naples, her stepfather, John Voros, her maternal grandparents, Archie C. and Alma R. (Charlton) Richards of Bridgton, ME, her paternal grandfather, Francis X. Murray, Sr. of South Boston, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her paternal grandmother, Gloria B. (Petrie) Murray.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 133 Spring Street, Medfield, on Wednesday, July 8th at 10:00. Burial will be private. Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, Tuesday 4 – 8p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Amanda’s memory to the L.J. Spurlin Fund c/o Needham Bank, 520 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 or the Medfield Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 271, Medfield.
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Hines, Francis X., age 68, of Rotonda West, FL, formerly of Millis and Harwich Port, who died on Wednesday, April 22, 2009.
Born on November 23, 1940, a son of he late Gerard M. and Catherine F. (Brown) Hines, he was raised and educated in Hyde Park. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1958 and that November married his wife Millie. During his service he was stationed at Goldsboro, NC, Yokota, Japan, Tampa, FL, and Iceland.
Frank settled in Millis where he spent three years with the Millis Police Department. He was later employed with the U.S. Postal Service and retired after a twenty seven year career. He had remained busy as a maintenance man at Sunburst Condos on Manasota Key in Florida.
A 32 year Communicant at St. Thomas the Apostle Church and former sexton at the Church of Christ, Millis, Frank was also a member of the Boggastow Fish and Game Club and Amvets Post 495 in Millis, and the National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 156, Foxboro. In Florida he had active with the Rotonda West American Legion Post 113 and Elks Lodge 2710. He had a zest for life, a warm loving smile, and a caring heart. He had a passion for his family, boating, and golf.
He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Mildred (Jones) Hines, a son; Francis X. Hines, Jr. and wife Jeanne of Lynnfield, two daughters; Dawn Marie Rich and husband Douglas of Kennesaw, GA, and Lori Jeanne Connolly and husband Robert of Norfolk, nine grandchildren; Sara Connolly Joyce and husband Sean of Franklin, Ryan Connolly and Tyler Connolly of Norfolk, Katie Rich, Carly Rich, and Trevor Rich of Kennesaw, GA, Francis Hines III, Samuel Hines, and Benjamin Hines of Lynnfield, a great-granddaughter, Callie Jeanne Joyce of Franklin, two brothers, Gerard Hines and wife Clara of Melbourne, FL, and Jack Hines and wife Kathy of Mansfield, two sisters, Karen Moran and husband James of Mansfield, and Mary Alexander of Covington, GA, and many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Saturday, June 13th at 12:00 noon. Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Service of Millis is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Andonian, Violet, age 88, a resident at Windemere Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Oak Bluffs, died Wednesday afternoon, May 27, 2009, at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Born in Sepastia, Armenia, on August 16, 1920, she was a daughter of the late Eknadios and Yhugaper Andonian. She was a longtime resident of Hartford, CT, and spent her later years in Massachusetts, first in Millis and later in Franklin. In 2005, she moved to Martha’s Vineyard.
Violet was a loving, kind, and creative individual who loved music, dance, and painting. During World War II, she worked for Hamilton Propeller Aircraft as a drill press operator. She was later employed as a copy holder with Connecticut Printers in Bloomfield, CT.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Shenorhek Hagopian, Haig Andonian, and Aghavni Maranjian and is survived by three nieces, Alice Hagopian and Anoush Dekmejian of Glendale, CA, and Olga Maranjian Church of Edgartown, and three nephews, Arthur Maranjian of Fort Collins, CO, Hrair Dekmejian of Glendale, CA, and Ronald Trenouth of East Falmouth. She is also mourned by many grandnieces and nephews as well as relatives and friends in California, Ohio, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
Private funeral services were held in Nashua, NH, on May 30th with the Reverend Khachador Kasabian officiating. Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Service of Medfield and Millis assisted the family with arrangements.
If desired, donations may be made in Violet’s memory to Windemere Nursing and Rehab Center, 1 Hospital Way, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557.
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Smith, Ann Lloyes, age 78, died at her Taunton home on Tuesday, April 14, 2009.
Born in Framingham on May 6, 1930, she was the daughter of the late John Lorie and Helen E. (Backman) Smith. She was a former resident of Medfield.
Mrs. Smith had performed for many years with professional dance troupes throughout the country. She was later employed with Keithley Instruments and Texas Instruments and had been active with the Agape Chapel in Raynham. Mrs. Smith was a longtime member of the Taunton Golden Agers and had enjoyed raising, training, and showing Pomeranian dogs. She loved listening to music and watching old movies.
She is survived by a daughter, Linda Hebert of Pawtucket, RI, and several close friends, among them Evamae Dumoulin of Taunton.
A graveside funeral service will be held at Vine Lake Cemetery, 625 Main Street (Rte. 109), Medfield, on Monday, June 8th at 2:30p.m.
If desired, donations may be made in Ann’s memory to Friends of Animals, 777 Post Road #205, Darien, CT 06820.
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Kelley, Lizanne M., 51, a former longtime resident of Millis, died on Friday, May 8, 2009, surrounded by family and friends at her Medway home.
Born in Boston, she was a daughter of Jeanne Marie (Miller) Kelley of Bay Harbor Islands, FL, and the late Arthur F. Kelley. She was a 1975 graduate of Needham High School and continued her education at Massachusetts Bay Community College.
Liz was employed as the director of marketing for OmniComm Systems of Fort Lauderdale, FL, and had previously held a similar position with Phase Forward of Waltham. She had also worked as head of catering sales for the Inn at Longwood in Boston. She had been an enthusiastic volunteer with Hospitality Homes, helping to find housing for families of hospital patients.
Fond of travel and summering on Cape Cod or in York, Maine, Liz also enjoyed cooking and gardening. She was kind, generous, loved to sing and dance, had a great sense of humor, and relished her role as a mother.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by a daughter, Georgia Marie Kelley of Medway, a sister, Carol A. Pacheco and husband Ronald of Dedham, a brother, Brian A. “Bud” Kelley of Mansfield, and many extended family members and close friends.
Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Friday, May 15th at 10:00a.m. Burial will be private.
Visiting hours will be held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Thursday, 7 - 9p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Liz’s memory to the Friends of Liz and Georgia Kelley Fund, Milford Federal Savings and Loan, 246 Main St., Milford, MA 01757.
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Lane, Catherine V. (Holt), age 88, of Bellingham, formerly of Holliston and Sherborn, died on Sunday, June 1, 2008, at the Milford Regional Medical Center.
Born in Millis on March 5, 1920, she was a daughter of the late Frank J. and Annie A. (Fisher) Holt. She was a 1938 graduate of Millis High School and later married Edward Francis Lane.
Mrs. Lane made a home for her family for twenty-seven years in Sherborn where she was a communicant of St. Theresa’s Parish and a member of the Charles F. Duford Post #47 American Legion Auxiliary. She moved in 1978 to Holliston where she resided until relocating in 1995 to Bellingham. Her greatest passion was spending time with her large extended family. She also enjoyed her work at Ashland Manor as a cook, and Kathleen Daniels House as a housekeeper.
Wife of the late Edward Francis Lane, she is survived by three sons, Edward F. Lane Jr. of Marlborough, and Thomas M. Lane and Kenneth P. Lane, both of Bellingham, four daughters, Kathleen McLaughlin, Mary E. Karcher, Maureen Lane, Nancy A. Wood, and her son in law Larry P. McLaughlin all of Bellingham, four sisters, Barbara Harris and Joan Sarah, both of Milford, and Rita Bagdasarian and Therese Perciaccante, both of Millis, 15 grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and one great great-grandson. She was also the sister of the late Mary Frye, Margaret Keenan, Joseph Holt and Frank Holt Jr.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 82 Exchange Street, Millis, on Friday, June 6th at 10:00a.m. Burial will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, West Roxbury.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 90 Curve Street, Millis, Thursday 4 – 8p.m.
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Gudaitis, Patrick Donald, age 24, a Medfield resident since 1987, died suddenly Thursday morning, March 20, 2008, at his home.
Born in Washington Township, New Jersey, on August 25, 1983, Patrick was the son of Donald J. and Michelle (D’Onofrio) Gudaitis of Medfield. He was a 2002 graduate of Medfield High School. Patrick studied at Bridgewater State College and Wentworth Institute of Technology toward a degree in Construction Management. He had since been employed as a contract carpenter in the Greater Boston and MetroWest areas.
Patrick had an enthusiasm for music and playing guitar. He enjoyed working with and building computers and also found much enjoyment snowboarding.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Holly M. Gudaitis of Somerville, his maternal grandparents, William and Gladys (Barcel) D’Onofrio of Monroe Township, NJ, his paternal grandmother, Ellen M. (Sullivan) Gudaitis of Ringwood, NJ, his aunts and uncles, Denise Casey of Easton, PA, Maria and Bob Ferguson of East Brunswick, NJ, Susan and Tom Morton of Ringwood, NJ, Karen and Joe Alfieri of Manahawkin, NJ, and Christine Gudaitis of Miami Beach, FL, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Donald J. Gudaitis, Sr.
Visiting hours will be at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, on Saturday 3:00 - 6:00p.m. and on Monday 3:30 - 7:00p.m. A private funeral service is planned.
Donations may be made in Patrick's memory to Mountainside Treatment Center, P.O. Box 717, Canaan, CT 06018.
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