Modern Obituaries of Woburn - Woburn, Middlesex, Massachusetts

ELINOR B. (AHERN) SMITH – in W. Palm Beach, Florida, of Woburn, July 1st, beloved wife of the late George J. Smith. Devoted mother of Linda Smith of Woburn, Cheryl Talbot and her husband Richard of Randolph, George J. Smith, Jr. and his wife Marcia of Washington, DC, Denise Meneghelli and her husband Barry of Port St. John, FL. Dear sister of Margaret Ahern of Burlington and the late Francis, John, and Mary Ahern and Rita Denaro. Also survived by five grandchildren.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 8th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Interment in Belmont Cemetery, Belmont. Calling hours Monday 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Elinor’s memory to the Clapp School Library Fund, Hudson Street, Woburn, MA 01801, or to the Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., W. Palm Beach, FL 33407.

Jeanne A. (DeWaltoff) Johnson, a longtime resident of Woburn, passed away at the New England Rehabilitation Hospital in Woburn on Wednesday, July 2. She was 82 years of age. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she was the daughter of the late Morten, and the late Anna (Nicolina) DeWaltoff. She was the wife of the late Martin E. Johnson who died in 1985.

Mrs. Johnson was an active member, and Deacon at the First Congregational Church in Woburn, and also belonged to the Ladies Charitable Society. She was very proud of her Scandinavian heritage, and was a member the VASA Lodge as well as the Viking Order of America. She enjoyed gardening, and loved her family and friends.

She is survived by one son, Peter Johnson of Concord, MA; and two daughters, Nancy Clemetson of Woburn and Kristine Ingram of St. Johnsbury, VT; a daughter in law, Ann Mooney of Ipswich; one brother, Harold DeWaltoff of Ridge New York; and five grandchildren, Derek Clemetson, Amanda and Clifton Ingram; and Kirby and Megan Johnson. She is also survived by her special friends, Betty and Jerry Lees and their family, and Lucille and Anna Nasta an their family, and several nieces and nephews and their families.

A funeral service will be held at the First Congregational Church 322 Main St., Woburn, MA on Monday afternoon, July 7 at 1:00 pm. Visiting hours will be at the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd., Woburn on Sunday evening from 4-8 pm. Burial will be at the Woodbrook Cemetery in Woburn. Memorial donations may be made to the First Congregational Church 322 Main St., Woburn, MA 01801.

BERNICE R. (BLAND) KELLEY – in Woburn, July 3rd, beloved wife of Raymond L. Kelley. Devoted mother of Mary-Ellen Moriaty and her husband Thomas of Lawrence, and Patricia K. Bausch and her husband Stephen and Anne K. Cochran and her husband Robert, all of Manchester, NH. Sister of the late George W. Bland, Jr., Marie E. O’Neill, and Claire T. Sanning. Loving grandmother of Kelly, Cheryl, Michael, Jennifer, Colleen, and Mary Moriaty, Timothy, Matthew, and Kevin Bausch, and Christopher, Robert, and Allison Cochran.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Monday, July 7th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Sunday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Bernice’s memory to the charity of one’s choice.

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Bernice Kelley of Woburn’s West Side passed away early Thursday morning, July 3rd, at the age of seventy-nine. She was the wife of Raymond L. Kelley for over forty-eight years. Born and raised in Cambridge, she attended St. Peter’s Elementary School, St. John’s High School, and graduated from Emmanuel College in 1945 with a degree in education. She taught in Everett for several years before she retired to raise her family.

She was very involved in St. Barbara’s Parish where she taught CCD and was a member of the St. Barbara’s Thousand Club and the Women’s Club. She enjoyed many family journeys to Cape Cod as well as New York, Virginia, Bermuda, and Canada. Her grandchildren were the love of her life.

Preceding her in death were two sisters, Marie E. O’Neill and Claire T. Sanning, and a brother, George W. Bland. Surviving in addition to her husband Raymond are three daughters, Mary-Ellen Moriaty and her husband Thomas of Lawrence, and Patricia K. Bausch and her husband Stephen and Anne K. Cochran and her husband Robert, all of Manchester, NH. She was also the beloved grandmother of Kelly, Cheryl, Michael, Jennifer, Colleen, and Mary Moriaty, Timothy, Matthew, and Kevin Bausch, and Christopher, Robert, and Allison Cochran.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Monday, July 7th, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours Sunday 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Bernice’s memory to the charity of one’s choice.

ARTHUR J. MOHAN – in Woburn, suddenly, Friday, July 4th, beloved brother of Marilyn R. Ryan and her husband John of Woburn, Patricia A. Kincade of PA, and Maureen E. Pearson and her husband Richard of West Dennis. Also lovingly survived by seventeen nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 9th at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Charles Church at 10. Calling hours Tuesday from 4 to 8p.m. Interment in Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Arthur’s memory to St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801, or to the charity of your choice.

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Arthur J. Mohan a lifelong resident of Woburn, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 4th at his home. The son of the late John and Mary (Shaughnessy) Mohan, he was seventy six years of age. Raised and educated in Woburn, Arthur was a graduate of Woburn High School in 1944. After graduating, he joined the Navy and served during WWII. Upon return from the service, Arthur was employed as a municipal worker for the Commonwealth, a position he held until his retirement 12 years ago.

Arthur cherished time with his family especially his many nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. His family considered him to be especially easygoing and had a great deal of respect and admiration for him. In his leisure time, Arthur enjoyed reading and was a member of the Woburn Elks and the American Legion.

Arthur is survived by his beloved sisters, Marilyn R. Ryan and her husband John "Jack" of Woburn, Patricia A. Kincade of PA and Maureen E. Pearson and her husband Richard of West Dennis, seventeen nieces, nephews and grandnieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 9th at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn at 10. Interment in Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours are Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Arthur’s memory to St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn 01801, or to the charity of your choice.

RUTH S. (SHEPPARD) ASH – in Woburn, Saturday, July 5th, 2003, beloved wife of the late Melvin H. Ash. Devoted mother of Melvin H. Ash and his wife Linda of FL, Jeannette MacInnes and her husband Craig of Woburn and Robert H. Ash and his wife Paula of Woburn. Sister of the late Walter L. Sheppard and Thelma Krietzer. Lovingly survived by ten grandchildren Leslie, Craig, Scott and David MacInnes, Dawn, Terrie, Melvin, Jessica, Bobbie Jeannie and Danielle Ash, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home 263 Main Street, Woburn on Wednesday, July 9th at 10:45 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Barbara’s Church, Cambridge Road, Woburn at 11:30 a.m. Calling hours are Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment is private. Donations may be made in Ruth’s memory to VNA of Middlesex-East and Visiting Nurse Hospice, 607 North Avenue, Suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880.

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Ruth S. Ash, a longtime resident of Woburn passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 5th after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Melrose, she was the daughter of the late Walter L. and Ruth (Marshall) Sheppard. Ruth resided in Melrose until the age of twelve, when her family moved to Maine. There she attended school and graduated from Skowhegan High School.

In 1945, Ruth married her late husband Melvin H. Ash who passed away twelve years ago. In the early fifties, she and her husband moved to Woburn where they raised their three children. Ruth was a devoted mother and in later years a cherished grandmother to her ten grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. For over twenty years she was employed at Marshall’s as the Traffic Department Coordinator. After retiring from Marshall’s, she work for a brief time at Lord and Taylor’s.

Aside from her family, she was passionate about shopping and traveling, which in later years she often did with her dearest friend Gerri McGrath of Woburn. Ruth was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church and in the last few years was also involved with St. Barbara’s Parish in Woburn.

In addition to her husband Melvin H. Ash, Ruth was predeceased by her brother Walter L. Sheppard and her sister Thelma Krietzer. She is survived by her children Melvin H. Ash and his wife Linda of FL, Jeannette MacInnes and her husband Craig of Woburn and Robert H. Ash and his wife Paula of Woburn, her grandchildren Leslie, Craig, Scott and David MacInnes, Dawn, Terrie, Melvin, Jessica, Bobbie Jeannie and Danielle Ash, eight great grandchildren and her dearest friend Gerri McGrath of Woburn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home 263 Main Street, Woburn on Wednesday, July 9th at 10:45 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn at 11:30 a.m. Interment is private. Calling hours are Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Donations may be made in Ruth’s memory to VNA of Middlesex-East and Visiting Nurse Hospice, 607 North Avenue, Suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880.

PHILIP FIANTACA – in Woburn, Saturday, July 5th, husband of Hazelee Fiantaca. Dear brother of Angelo J. Fiantaca and his wife Josephine of Westwood, Rose D’Alto of East Boston and the late Joseph, Charles and Salvatore Fiantaca, Grace Polito, Anna Iritano and Sr. Mary Grace. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Tuesday, July 8th 10:45 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Anthony Church, 851 Main Street, No. Woburn at 11:30. Calling hours Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Philip’s memory to the Professional Musicians Club, 277 Palfrey Street, Watertown, MA 02472, attn: Lou Allegro, or to the charity of your choice.

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Philip Fiantaca, a longtime resident of Woburn, passed away Saturday, July 5th, at the Aberjona Nursing Center at the age of eighty seven. Born in East Boston, Philip was the son of the late Philip and Mary Grace (Stella) Fiantaca. He was raised in East Boston and graduated from East Boston High School.

Philip was a talented musician who started his career with the Jack Marchard and Ruby’s Newman’s Orchestra at the Ocean View in Revere. His music career lasted over fifty years and afforded him the opportunity to travel throughout the U.S. Philip was an accomplished bass player as well as a vocalist. For a period of time he lead his own orchestra and performed at the Cardinal Cushing Cotillions. When Philip was not performing he worked as a tailor at night. He was a member of the Professional Musician’s Club and the Woburn Lions Club.

Philip was predeceased by his brothers Joseph, Charles and Salvatore Fiantaca, his sisters Grace Polito, Anna Iritano and Sr. Mary Grace. He is survived by his wife, Hazelee Fiantaca, his brother, Angelo J. Fiantaca and his wife Josephine of Westwood, his sister Rose D’Alto of East Boston and many loving nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Tuesday, July 8th 10:45 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony Church, 851 Main Street, No. Woburn at 11:30. Interment will be in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Philip’s memory to the Professional Musicians Club, 277 Palfrey Street, Watertown, MA 02472, Attn: Lou Allegro, or to the charity of your choice.

Jean F. Roberts, 76 of Woburn, died Sunday at home. She was the daughter of the late Forrest and the late Catherine (Corballis) Wellings.

Jean was born in Burlington, Vt. She attended Reading Public Schools. After graduating from High School, she worked for the State Dept of Public Works as a computer operator in data processing for over 40 years until she retired. She loved dancing and spending time with her family, her fun spirit will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband Donald P. Roberts, and two sisters Patricia Dowd of Haverhill and Linda Foley of Woburn. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the McLaughlin - Dello Russo Funeral Home, 60 Pleasant St., Woburn, Wednesday at 9 AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated at St. Anthony Church, 851 Main St., Woburn at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tues 4-8PM. Committal services are private. It has been requested that memorial contributions may be made in Jean’s memory to the American Lung Association, 1505 Commonwealth Ave., Brighton, MA. 02135.

SABINA M. (D'ALBA) MULLEN – in Woburn, Monday, July 7th, unexpectedly, Sabina M. (D’Alba), beloved wife of William “Bud” Mullen. Devoted mother of Paula Mullen of Billerica, Mary Mullen and William Mullen III, both of Woburn. Dear sister of Ralph D’Alba of Burlington, Sarah Ferdinand of Burlington, Paul D’Alba of Medford, Jack D’Alba of Malden, Geraldine “Cookie” Gaspar of Malden and Marie DeVellis of Medford. Also lovingly survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Thursday, July 10th at 9:15 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Barbara’s Church, Cambridge Road, Woburn at 10. Calling hours are Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Sabina’s memory to the Cardiac Surgery-ICU Nursing Fund, Attn Development Office, c/o Carolyn Anderson, Mass General Hospital, 100 Charles River Place, Suite 600, Boston, MA 02114.

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Sabina M. (D’Alba) Mullen passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 7th, at the New England Rehabilitation Hospital in Woburn. The beloved wife of William “Bud” Mullen for over fifty years, she was seventy-five years of age. Born in Boston and raised in East Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Sarah (Mazzullo) D’Alba. She graduated from Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School and attended Middlesex Community College.

She worked as an accountant for the Triple S Company, a hospital cleaning materials company, for over twenty-five years. She had made her home in Woburn since her marriage fifty years ago. Mrs. Mullen was a phenomenal cook and a wonderful wife and mother who was devoted to her extended family. She loved movies, walking, and traveling, particularly going on cruises.

In addition to her husband William “Bud”, she is survived by two daughters, Paula Mullen of Billerica and Mary Mullen of Woburn, a son, William Mullen III of Woburn, three brothers, Ralph D’Alba of Burlington, Paul D’Alba of Medford and Jack D’Alba of Malden, and three sisters, Sarah Ferdinand of Burlington, Geraldine “Cookie” Gaspar of Malden and Marie DeVellis of Medford. She also leaves many nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Thursday, July 10th at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Interment will take place in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home are Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. Donations may be made in Sabina’s memory to the Cardiac Surgery-ICU Nursing Fund, Attn: Development Office, c/o Carolyn Anderson, Massachusetts General Hospital, 100 Charles River Place, Suite 600, Boston, MA 02114.

Anna “Dolly” Nash Coker, a lifelong resident of Malden, passed away at the Sunbridge-Colonial Heights Nursing Home in Lawrence on Tuesday Morning, July 8. She was 76 years of age. Born in Malden, she was the wife of the late Russell N. Coker who died last year.

She is survived by her son, Richard Coker of Norwood; and her daughter, Brenda Height of Leominster. Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the ACLU Foundation, 125 Broad St., New York, NY 10004. Arrangements by the Graham Funeral Home, Woburn.

EDITH T. COSTELLO – of Burlington, July 9th, daughter of the late Francis and Rebecca (Abraham) Costello. Dear sister of Frances Russo of Woburn, Rita Costello of Burlington, and the late John Costello, Francis Costello, Jr., Evelyn Ford, and Marion Calvert. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, July 12th, at 10:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Margaret's Church, 111 Winn Street, Burlington, at 11. Calling hours Friday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Burlington. Donations may be made in Edith's memory to the Archbishop's Stewardship Appeal, 2121 Commonwealth Avenue, Brighton, MA 02135.

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Edith T. Costello of Burlington passed away Wednesday evening, July 9th, following a long illness. She was eighty-seven years of age. Born and raised in Cambridge, where she graduated from Cambridge High and Latin, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Rebecca (Abraham) Costello. For thirty-eight years until her retirement twenty-one years ago, she was employed by Raytheon in Lexington as a supervisor. In recent years she was active in the Burlington Senior Center.

Preceding her in death were two brothers, John Costello and Francis Costello, Jr., and two sisters, Evelyn Ford and Marion Calvert. Surviving are two sisters, Frances Russo of Woburn and Rita Costello of Burlington, and many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews, and great-grandnieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, July 12th, at 10:15 a.m. A funeral mass to be celebrated by her grandnephew, Rev. John McLaughlin, will follow at 11 a.m. in St. Margaret's Church, 111 Winn Street, Burlington. Burial will take place in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Burlington. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Edith's memory to the Archbishop's Stewardship Appeal, 2121 Commonwealth Avenue, Brighton, MA 02135.

JAMES P. PACIOS – in Clearwater, FL, formerly of Woburn, suddenly, July 10th, age 57. Survived by Phyllis (McCue) Pacios of Clearwater. Devoted father of Dr. James Pacios, Jr. of Westlake, OH, and Joseph L. Pacios and his wife Vickie of Revere. Beloved son of Louise Pacios of Woburn and the late Joseph K. Pacios. Dear brother of Kendall, Stephen, and John and his wife Jean, all of Woburn, and the late Lawrence M. “Lorry” Pacios.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 15th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Monday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Jimmy’s memory to the American Heart Assn., 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. Late retired firefighter, City of Woburn.

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James P. Pacios, a retired firefighter for the City of Woburn, passed away suddenly at his home in Clearwater, Florida, early Thursday, July 10th. He was fifty-seven years of age. Born in Woburn, he was the son of Louise (Murphy) Pacios and the late Joseph Pacios. He attended Woburn schools and graduated from Woburn High School with the Class of 1963.

Shortly thereafter he was appointed as a firefighter for the City of Woburn, and served on the department until retiring in the late 1980's. He moved to Clearwater, Florida, in 1994.

Jimmy was eagerly anticipating the birth of his first grandchild later this year, telling everyone who would listen that he wished to be called "Yo, Gramps!" He enjoyed reading and gardening as pastimes.

In addition to his father, Joseph Pacios, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence "Lorry" Pacios, who died three years ago and was a Burlington firefighter. Surviving in addition to his mother, Louise Pacios of Woburn, are Phyllis (McCue) Pacios, two sons, Dr. James Pacios, Jr. of Westlake, Ohio, and Joseph L. Pacios and his wife Vickie of Revere, three brothers, Kendall, Stephen, and John and his wife Jean, all of Woburn.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 15th, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 10. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Jimmy’s memory to the American Heart Assn., 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.

FRANCIS E. TESNIERE - of Woburn, July 11th, age 51. Father of Mary K. Holloway of Kodiak, Alaska, Candace and Pamela Tesniere, both of S. Daytona, Florida. Brother of George Tesniere of Woburn and Anne Scanlon of Silver Springs, Florida, and stepbrother of Edward Pitts of Southbridge and William Pitts of Florida. Also survived by three grandchildren. In keeping with the wishes of the deceased, there will be no calling hours or services. Donations may be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress Street, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02110.

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Francis Tesniere of Woburn passed away in Wakefield Friday afternoon, July 11th, following a lengthy illness. He was fifty-one years of age. Born and raised in Woburn, he was the son of the late Francis G. and Anna F. (Bendrey) Tesniere. He was a graduate of Woburn High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

He worked as a manager in the wholesale plumbing business throughout much of his life. He was employed by F. W. Webb in Burlington, and continued to work in the same field when he lived in Daytona, Florida for a number of years.

He was an avid sports fan, particularly enjoying football, and held membership in the Sons of Italy and the Towanda Club of Woburn.

Surviving are three daughters, Mary K. Holloway of Kodiak, Alaska, Candace and Pamela Tesniere, both of S. Daytona, Florida, a brother, George Tesniere of Woburn a sister, Anne Scanlon of Silver Springs, Florida, and two stepbrothers, Edward Pitts of Southbridge and William Pitts of Florida. He is also survived by three grandchildren.

In accordance with the wishes of the deceased, there will be no calling hours or funeral services. Donations may be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress Street, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02110.

FLORENCE E. (FERULLO) PIKE - in Woburn, July 12th, beloved wife of the late John P. Pike. Devoted mother of Florence Workman and her husband Steve of NC, Pauline Pike of Woburn, and Jeanette Kohlbrenner and her husband Daniel of Acton. Dear sister of Lewis Ferullo, Dr. Robert J. Ferullo, Mary Mills, and Pauline Kelly, all of Woburn, and the late Ralph A. Jr., John M., and Daniel C. Ferullo. Loving grandmother of James and John Wilson, Margaret and Christopher Garvey, Emily and Daniel Kohlbrenner, and Matthew Collins. Also survived by her dearest niece, Susan Collins, and her husband, Dr. Joseph Collins, as well as many other nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 16th, at 10:45 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Anthony Church, 851 Main Street, Woburn, at 11:30. Calling hours Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Florence's memory to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.

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Florence E. (Ferullo) Pike, a lifelong Woburn resident, passed away here Saturday morning, July 12th, following a long illness. She was the wife of the late John P. Pike, who died in 1972. Florence was born in Woburn seventy-eight years ago, the daughter of the late Ralph A. and Mary (Noonan) Ferullo. She graduated from Woburn High School with the Class of 1942. Florence was a valued employee of Hewlett-Packard Company, where she worked in their Medical Products Division in Andover for a number of years until her retirement. She enjoyed, above all, the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Florence is survived by her daughters and their families, including Florence Workman and her husband Steve of North Carolina, Pauline Pike of Woburn, and Jeanette Kohlbrenner and her husband Daniel of Acton. She also leaves dearest niece, Susan Collins, and her husband, Dr. Joseph Collins. She was the proud "Nana" of James and John Wilson, Margaret and Christopher Garvey, Emily and Daniel Kohlbrenner, and Matthew Collins.

Florence loved her brothers and sisters dearly, including Mrs. William (Mary) Mills, Mrs. James (Pauline) Kelly, Lewis Ferullo, and Dr. Robert J. Ferullo, all of Woburn, and the late Ralph A. Jr., John M., and Daniel C. Ferullo. She also leaves many nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 16th, at 10:45 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony Church, 851 Main Street, Woburn, at 11:30. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Florence's memory to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.

DOROTHY E. (NOWELL) BARNARD - of Winchester, July 12th, beloved wife of the late Alfred W. Barnard. Devoted mother of Joan Dresser of Derry, NH, Janet MacDonald of Winchester, Joyce McDonald and Jayne Giangrande, both of Woburn, Jill Posner of Ocala, FL, and the late Judith Fucarile. Also survived by 22 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 15th, at 8:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 9. Calling hours Monday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester. Donations may be made in Dorothy's memory to the charity of one's choice.

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Dorothy E. Barnard, a lifelong resident of Winchester, passed away in Reading Saturday morning following a long illness. She was the wife of the late Alfred W. Barnard, who died twenty years ago. Born in Winchester eighty-seven years ago, she was the daughter of the late William and Julia (Peters) Nowell. She graduated from Winchester High School in 1933.

She was a member of the Emblem Club in earlier years, and loved traveling and enjoyed many trips over the years to Las Vegas and to Florida. Her family was her priority in life, and she particularly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband Alfred, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Judith Fucarile, who died in 1988. Surviving are five daughters, Joan Dresser of Derry, New Hampshire, Janet MacDonald of Winchester, Joyce McDonald and Jayne Giangrande, both of Woburn, and Jill Posner of Ocala, Florida. She was also the beloved grandmother of twenty-two grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 15th, at 8:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 9. Interment will follow in Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Dorothy's memory to the charity of one's choice.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 16th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn.

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Walter M. Lewko, a longtime Woburn resident, passed away at Winchester Hospital early Saturday, July 12th. The husband of the late Anna M. (MacDonald) Lewko, who died in 1997, he was seventy-nine years of age. Born in Holyoke and raised in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Walter M. and Anna (Waite) Lewko. He graduated from Rindge Technical High School.

He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a machinist's mate in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations. Mr. Lewko was employed by General Electric in Everett as a tool and dye machinist for his entire career, until retiring at the age of 59. He enjoyed his home and spending time with his family, particularly his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife Anna, he was preceded in death by a sister, Edna Gedaminsky. Surviving are three sons, Dr. Walter Lewko of Tennessee, John H. Lewko of Billerica, and Robert Lewko of N. Reading, two daughters, Diane Moan of Tewksbury and Martha Lewko of Woburn, two brothers, Stanley Lewko of California and Joseph Lewko of Arlington. He was also the loving grandfather of Alexander Lewko, Philip, Theresa, Daniel, and Gregory Moan, and Nicholas Laune.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 16th, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 10. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m.

Hazel A. Brock - A memorial service will be held on Saturday for Hazel (Pratt) Brock who passed away on February 10^th. She was 101 years of age. She was the wife of the late Earl Brock, who she married in 1923, and who died in 1960.

Mrs. Brock was a resident of the Tidd Home in North Woburn, where she had been living for the past 15 years. Prior to that, she lived on Elm Street in North Woburn since 1920, moving there with her parents, the late Hattie, and the late Walter Pratt. They will be recalled as the proprietors of the candy shop which was adjacent to the former Strand Theater in Woburn for many years.

After marriage, she moved to other homes on Elm Street until, in 1932, she and Earl built a new house on land carved from the Bowser Farm, where she raised her family and lived for nearly 50 years. After that home was sold, she moved to Arlington Road, and the Elm Street home was subsequently demolished to provide access to the Baldwin Estates Housing Development.

Mrs. Brock served for nearly 40 years as a Trustee of the Tidd Home, and devoted much of her time to its interests. She was an active member of the North Congregational Church, and later, the First Congregational Church. She was also an active participant in the Woburn Women's Club, the Woburn Garden Club, and the Woburn Charitable Society. During World War II, she served as a Nurses´ Aide at the former Choate Hospital, and later, fulfilling her interests in nursing, continued to be an Aide at the Winchester Hospital.

She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed travel and gardening. In her later years, she particularly enjoyed travels with her friends, Bill Spillsbury, and his daughters Barbara Hayes and Joan Stockard.

In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by one son, the late Donald Brock who died in 1984. She is survived by her son, Kenneth Brock and his wife Anne, both of North Truro; five grandchildren, Lelia Alexander of Hebron, CT; Charles Brock of Seattle, WA; Carl Brock of Mt. Holly, NJ; Douglas Brock of Cherry Hill, NJ; and Kenneth Brock of Gansevoort, NY. She is also survived by seven great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at the North Congregational Church, 896 Main St., Woburn on Saturday afternoon, July 12 at 2:00 pm. Memorial donations may be made to the Tidd Home, 74 Elm St., Woburn, MA 01801. Arrangements by the Graham Funeral Home, Woburn.

RUTH ANN HAWLEY – of Dracut, formerly of Woburn, July 15th, Ruth Ann, age 51, beloved daughter of Philip A. and Ruth H. (McIsaac) Hawley of Woburn. Dear sister of Marie Tallini of Hoosick Falls, NY, Agnes L. Parise of Arlington, Joyce E. Hawley of Woburn, and Patricia C. Behrens of Granite Bay, California. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Friday, July 18th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Thursday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Ruth Ann’s memory to the charity of one’s choice.

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Ruth Ann Hawley, 51, passed away early Tuesday morning, July 15th, at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington following an illness of several months. She was the beloved daughter of Philip and Ruth (McIsaac) Hawley of Woburn.
Born and raised in Woburn, she was a 1970 graduate of Woburn High School and attended business college after high school. For eighteen years she made her home in Dracut, although in recent months during her illness she had been living with her family in Woburn.

For over twenty years she worked as a supervisor in the marketing department at Hewlett-Packard in Andover, and for the past five years she was employed at FLIR, an infrared systems company in Billerica.

Ruth was very much a “people person” who mingled easily and had a host of friends. She was very well read and loved sports, particularly football and baseball, and enjoyed attending Red Sox and Patriots games. She also traveled frequently in the course of her job and was a dedicated and diligent worker.

Surviving in addition to her parents, Phil and Ruth Hawley of Woburn, are four sisters, Marie Tallini of Hoosick Falls, New York, Agnes L. Parise of Arlington, Joyce E. Hawley of Woburn, and Patricia C. Behrens of Granite Bay, California. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Friday, July 18th, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Interment will take place in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home are Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Ruth Ann’s memory to the charity of one’s choice.

Burke – in Woburn, Muriel A. (Goodwin), Thursday, July 17th, beloved wife of the late Thomas F. Burke Sr. Devoted mother of Terrance M. Burke and his wife Sandra of Wrentham, Jacqueline Carchide and her husband John of Stoneham and Thomas F. Burke of Arlington. Dear sister of the late Merrill Goodwin, Susan Hamilton, Josephine Goodwin and Florence Nickerson. Dear sister-in-law of Ethel Goodwin of Holyoke. Loving grandmother of five grandchildren, John Carchide and his wife Michelle, Nicole and Scott Carchide, Matthew and Jonathan Burke and three great grandchildren, Raquel and Rosalina Carchide and Elijah Burke. Also survived by her cherished nephew Bud Goodwin and special nieces Jean Kulch, Phyllis Knopp and Marilyn Lewis.

A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Tuesday, July 22nd at 11:15 a.m. Calling hours are from 9 to 11 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment is in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn.

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Muriel A. Burke, a longtime resident of Woburn, passed away Thursday, July 17th. The beloved wife of the late Thomas F. Burke, she was eighty three years of age. Born in Nova Scotia, Muriel was the daughter of the late Lemuel A. and Margaret (Lowe) Goodwin. At the age of ten, her family moved to Malden from Canada. She was educated in the Malden Public Schools and graduated from Malden High School. In 1952, Muriel and her late husband Thomas moved to the South End of Woburn where they made their home. In addition to caring f her family, Muriel worked for Sylvania, Raytheon and Micro Dynamics in Woburn until retiring in 1990. In later years, she devoted herself to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also found great pleasure in reading and crocheting.

In addition to her late husband Thomas F. Burke Sr. who passed away in 1986, she was predeceased by her brother Merrill Goodwin and her sisters, Susan Hamilton, Josephine Goodwin and Florence Nickerson. She is survived by her children, Terrance M. Burke and his wife Sandra of Wrentham, Jacqueline Carchide and her husband John of Stoneham and Thomas F. Burke of Arlington, her grandchildren John Carchide and his wife Michelle, Nicole and Scott Carchide, Matthew and Jonathan Burke and three great grandchildren, Raquel and Rosalina Carchide and Elijah Burke, her sister-in-law Ethel Goodwin of Holyoke, a cherished nephew, Bud Goodwin and special nieces Jean Kulch, Phyllis Knopp and Marilyn Lewis.

ELIZABETH M. (QUERCIA) THOMPSON – in Woburn, July 17th, beloved wife of the late Joseph N. Thompson. Devoted mother of Carol A. Hayden and her husband Jim of Woburn. Daughter of the late Frank and Julia Quercia. Dear sister of Lt. Col. Domenic Quercia of Woburn, Maria Iacovelli and her husband Mike and Anthony Quercia and his wife Mary, all of Weymouth, Rose Green of CA, and the late Frances DeNoia, Angela Quercia, Julia Quercia Eyre, Helen Fuller, and Louis Quercia. Loving grandmother of Joseph, Laura, and Patrick Gushue, and great-grandmother of Connor, Alanna, and Taylor Gushue. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, July 19th, at 7:45 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 8:30. Calling hours Friday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in New Westwood Cemetery, Westwood. Donations may be made in Mrs. Thompson’s memory to the Boston Catholic TV Center, PO Box 9109, Newtonville, MA 02460-9109.

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Elizabeth M. Thompson of Woburn passed away in Wilmington early Thursday morning, July 17th, following a short illness. She was the wife of the late Joseph N. Thompson, who died in 1998. Born in Boston eighty-two years ago, she was the daughter of the late Francesco and Julia (Formilia) Quercia. She grew up in South Boston and graduated from high school there. For several years after her marriage she lived with her family in Westwood, and in 1964 took up residence in Norwood. Following her husband’s death in 1998, she came to Woburn to live with her daughter Carol and her family.

Early in her life she worked for Stride-Rite Shoes, but for most of her life she devoted herself to her home and family. She and her husband Joe belonged to a square dance club in earlier years, and she enjoyed flower arranging as a pastime. She was very active in her local parish in the several communities in which she lived. Her family, particularly her grandchildren and later her great-grandchildren, were most important in her life.

In addition to her husband Joe, she was preceded in death by a brother, Louis Quercia, and four sisters, Frances DeNoia, Angela Quercia, Julia Quercia Eyre, and Helen Fuller. Surviving are her daughter, Carol A. Hayden and her husband Jim of Woburn, two brothers, Lt. Col. Domenic Quercia of Woburn and Anthony Quercia and his wife Mary of Weymouth, two sisters, Maria Iacovelli and her husband Mike of Weymouth and Rose Green of California. She was also the loving grandmother of Joseph, Laura, and Patrick Gushue, and great-grandmother of Connor, Alanna, and Taylor Gushue. She also leaves many nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, July 19th, at 7:45 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 8:30. Interment will follow in New Westwood Cemetery, Westwood. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Mrs. Thompson’s memory to the Boston Catholic TV Center, PO Box 9109, Newtonville, MA 02460-9109.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Monday, July 21st at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn at 10. Calling hours are Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Bill’s memory to the Woburn Boys and Girls Club, Charles Gardner Lane, Woburn, MA 01801.

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William J. Tully, a lifelong resident of Woburn, passed away Friday, July 18th at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington. The beloved husband of Ruth (Callanan) Tully, he was seventy-one years of age. Born in Woburn, he was the son of the late John J. and Bridget “Bridie” (Collins) Tully. Bill attended St. Charles Elementary and went on to graduate from Woburn High School in 1949. Following high school, Bill joined the Navy and served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1954 in the Submarine Force out of Norfolk, VA, aboard the USS Orion and at the submarine base in New London, CT.

After his discharge, Bill enrolled at Boston University, where he earned his BA Degree, graduating Magna Cum Laude in Business Economics in 1958. He was a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma at the Boston University Honor Society. While a student at BU, Bill worked in Woburn at Atlantic Gelatin, a division of General Foods.

After graduation, he accepted a position with Walter Baker Chocolate, another General Foods facility. When Walter Baker relocated out of state, Bill joined the Stop and Shop companies where he was employed for eighteen years in several management positions, including Manager of Bakery Operations. Also during this time, he taught labor relations in the evening division at the Catholic Labor Guild in Boston where he was highly respected.

In 1980, Bill joined the Boyd Corporation in Woburn where he remained until retiring in 1988. Very active in politics, Bill helped to organize the Young Democrats of Woburn and served as a member of the Woburn Planning Board. He was an Incorporator of what is now the Woburn Boys and Girls Club where he volunteered for many years.

Bill’s life was dedicated to his family and particularly to the education of his children. He was a strong supporter of the academic and athletic programs in the Woburn Public Schools. Bill took great pride in the fact that all of his children graduated from Woburn High School where they accomplished significant academic and athletic achievements. He and his wife Ruth regularly cheered on their children, and more recently their grandchildren, at academic and athletic events in the community.

Bill was predeceased by his brother, John J. Tully Jr. who passed away in 1944, then a senior at Woburn High, while participating in advanced training for the US Marine Corps. He is survived by his wife Ruth (Callanan) Tully of Woburn, his children, Sheila R. Tully and Rick Claymore of San Francisco, CA, Judith M. Tully and her husband Joe McManus of Westborough, Marcia Skeffington and her husband Dick of Woburn, William “Jay” Tully and Sharon Wheaton of Woburn, Mark Tully and his wife Dana of Winchester, Scott Tully and his wife Sheila of Reading, Cynthia Webber and her husband Bill of Andover, Alison Wackrow and her husband Daniel of Woburn, his sisters Mary Finlayson of NC, and Patricia Farrow of Woburn, his brother Thomas Tully of Woburn, eighteen grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Monday, July 21st, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn at 10. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home are Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Bill’s memory to the Woburn Boys and Girls Club, Charles Gardner Lane, Woburn, MA 01801.

Kaye – in Woburn, Saturday, July 19th, Roger L., beloved husband of Erma (Borgnolo) Kaye. Devoted father of Paul A. Kaye of Cartersville, GA and Marion P. Thistle of Woburn. Dear brother of late Thelma Hodgkins, Donna Carpenter, Arthur, Harold, Ernest, Walter and Richard Kaye. Loving grandfather of Alison Hall and Michael Kaye of GA and Joanne Thistle of Woburn. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 22nd, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn. Funeral Services are private. Donations may be made in Roger’s memory to VNA of Middlesex-East & West Nursing Hospice, 607 North Ave., Suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880. Army Veteran WWII

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Roger L. Kaye, a longtime resident of Woburn, passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 19th at his home. The beloved husband of Erma (Borgnolo) Kaye, he was eighty two years of age. Born in Boston, Roger was the son of Richard and Maude Kaye. He was raised and educated in Boston.

Following his graduation from Boston High School, Roger entered the Army and served in Europe during WWII. While serving in France, Roger met and married his beloved wife of fifty seven years, Erma Borgnolo Kaye. Upon their return from Europe, they lived in Brighton for a brief period, then Cambridge and in 1968 they moved to the East side of Woburn where they made their home.

For over nineteen years, he worked at the Hood Rubber Plant in Woburn and later at the Burlington Foundry as an Assistant Manager. Roger and his wife were especially devoted to one another and their two children. Their passion for traveling and bird watching brought them throughout the United States and Europe. Roger was a longtime member of the Audubon Society and was an avid reader.

Roger was predeceased by his brothers Arthur, Harold, Ernest, Walter and Richard Kaye and his sisters Thelma Hodgkins and Donna Carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Erma (Borgnolo) Kaye, his children, Paul A. Kaye of Cartersville, GA and Marion P. Thistle of Woburn, his grandchildren, Alison Hall and Michael Kaye both of GA and Joanne Thistle of Woburn.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 22nd, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn. Funeral Services are private. Donations may be made in Roger’s memory to VNA of Middlesex-East & West Nursing Hospice, 607 North Ave., Suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880.

John A. Fallon, 97 of Woburn, died Saturday at home. He was the son of the late Bernard and the late Delia (Rigney) Fallon. Mr. Fallon was born in Cambridge in 1906. He attended Sacred Heart High School in Watertown and went on to Bentley College, graduating in 1930.

He worked for Hood Rubber Co in Watertown for a few years, before starting on the Cambridge Fire Department. John retired as a lieutenant with the Cambridge Fire Department in 1971, after 29 years of service. He married Sarah E. (Donahue) in 1944, she died in October 1987. He was married to Margaret A. (McCann) for the last 13 years at the time of his death.

He was Treasurer for the Cambridge Fireman's Credit Union and the Fireman's Relief Association for many years. His lifetime hobbies were ice skating and dancing.

In addition to his wife, Margaret, he leaves two loving daughters, Claire Fallon of Alexandria, VA., and Mary M. Sullivan of Tucson, AZ., two son in laws, Daniel J. Sullivan and Robert J. Erickson, A grandson, Brian E. Russell and his wife Gayle and a granddaughter, Hope E. Sullivan.

Funeral from the McLaughlin - Dello Russo Funeral Home, 60 Pleasant St., Woburn, Wednesday at 9AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated at St. Charles Church, 280 Main St. Woburn, at 10AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tues 4-8PM. Services will conclude with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be made to the St. Charles Church School Fund, 280 Main St Woburn, MA. 01801.

VIRGINIA J. "GINNY" (LASQUADE) FINN – in Woburn, Monday, July 21st, beloved wife of the late James J. Finn. Devoted mother of James G. Finn of Wilmington, Lawrence J. “Lonnie” Finn and his wife Deborah, Cynthia J. Nelson and her husband Richard, and Joanne Finn all of Woburn, Michael J. Finn of Saugus, John Finn and his wife Jill of TX, Virginia A. Finn of Andover and the late Kathleen M. Finn. Dear sister of John Lasquade of CA, Joseph Lasquade of Saugus, Pauline M. Powers of Braintree, Norma Tindall and Rosemarie Meyers both of CA, and the late Charles and George Lasquade. Loving grandmother of Shannon, Susan and Stephen Finn, John DiNitto, Eric and Ashley Nelson, Michelle, John, Adam, Brendan, and Conor Finn and Justin Finn; and great-grandmother of Emily LeMay, Sam Winn and Morgan Finn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn on Thursday July 24th at 10 a.m. Calling hours are private. Interment in Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Ginny’s memory to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Donor Services, 2107 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201-3042 or to the St. Charles Church Restoration Fund, 280 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801.

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Virginia J. Finn of Woburn passed away in Winchester Monday morning, July 21st, at the age of eighty-two. She was the wife of the late James J. Finn, who died in 1987. Born and raised in Malden, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Geron) Lasquade. She was a graduate of Bishop Chevrus High School.

Since the mid-1940's she had made her home in Woburn where she raised her family. "Ginny", as she was affectionately known, was devoted to her family and took a great deal of pride in all of their accomplishments. Her most enjoyable moments were spent at family meals with all her children and grandchildren present.

In addition to her husband James, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathleen M. Finn, and two brothers, Charles and George Lasquade. Surviving are four sons, James G. Finn of Wilmington, Lawrence J. “Lonnie” Finn and his wife Deborah of Woburn, Michael J. Finn of Saugus, and John Finn and his wife Jill of Texas, three daughters, Joanne Finn and Cynthia J. Nelson and her husband Richard all of Woburn, and Virginia A. Finn of Andover; two brothers, John Lasquade of California and Joseph Lasquade of Saugus, and three sisters, Pauline M. Powers of Braintree, and Norma Tindall and Rosemarie Meyers both of California.

She was also the loving grandmother of Shannon, Susan and Stephen Finn, John DiNitto, Eric and Ashley Nelson, Michelle, John, Adam, Brendan and Conor Finn, and Justin Finn, and great-grandmother of Emily LeMay, Sam Winn and Morgan Finn. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn on Thursday, July 24th, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours are private.

Donations may be made in Ginny’s memory to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Donor Services, 2107 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201-3042 or to the St. Charles Church Restoration Fund, 280 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801. Arrangements are being handled by the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, Woburn.

EUGENE F. NUTILE - in Nashua, NH, formerly of Woburn, July 22nd, beloved husband of the late Bernice (Pineau) Nutile. Devoted father of Gene J. Nutile and his wife Carolyn of Nashua, NH. Dear brother of Artillio Nutile and Melva Collins, both of Woburn, Gilda Thyng of Reading, Edna Gibbons of Malden, and the late Olivia, Edward, and Alfred Nutile, Anita Cerchione, Yole Romaine, Olga Meekins, Josephine Hughes, and Isabelle Wells. Loving grandfather of Lisa Alvarez, Laurel Giammarino, Christopher Nutile, Tara Maden, and the late Luanne Nutile. Also survived by ten great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, July 26th at 10:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Anthony Church, 851 Main Street, Woburn, at 11. Calling hours Friday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Gene’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. Honorary member, New England Regional Council of Carpenters, Union Local 26.

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Eugene F. Nutile, a native of Woburn, passed away in Nashua late Tuesday evening at the age of ninety-one. He was the husband of the late Bernice (Pineau) Nutile, who died this past December. Born in Boston and raised in Woburn, he was a 1930 graduate of Woburn High School. He became involved in the construction business after high school and during the war years worked as a machinist. He excelled at finish carpentry, and for a number of years he worked for Perini Construction. He was an honorary member of the New England Regional Council of Carpenters, Union Local 26. He was also a longtime member of the Mantle Club in Boston.

Mr. Nutile was devoted to his family, who lovingly referred to him as “Pappy”. He enjoyed a close relationship with his brothers and sisters as well as his son and daughter-in-law, and delighted in spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife Bernice, to whom he was married for sixty-seven years, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and Alfred Nutile, six sisters, Olivia Nutile, Anita Cerchione, Yole Romaine, Olga Meekins, Josephine Hughes, and Isabelle Wells, and a granddaughter, Luanne Nutile. Surviving are his son, Gene J. Nutile and his wife Carolyn of Nashua, a brother, Artillio “Tilly” Nutile, and three sisters, Gilda Thyng of Reading, Melva Collins of Woburn, and Edna Gibbons of Malden. He was the beloved grandfather of Lisa Alvarez, Laurel Giammarino, Christopher Nutile, and Tara Maden. He also leaves ten great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, July 26th at 10:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony Church, 851 Main Street, Woburn, at 11. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Gene’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 29th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main St., Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Monday 4-8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in John's memory to the E.N. Rogers Veterans Memorial Hospital, 200 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 01730.

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Atty. John P. Driscoll, 82, of Woburn passed away late Friday at the Edith Nourse Rogers Veterans Memorial Hospital in Bedford following a long illness. He was the husband of Anne M. (Walsh) Driscoll for over fifty-three years. Born in Somerville and raised in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Michael and Margaret (O'Rourke) Driscoll. He graduated from high school in Cambridge and went on to receive his bachelor's degree from Boston College.

He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in as a corporal in the European-African-Middle Eastern Theaters of Operation. After the war he completed his law degree at Boston College Law School. He went into private practice of general law, with offices in Boston and Wakefield during his career. He also taught real estate and business law at Northeastern University.

Since his retirement in 1985, he loved tennis, golf, and playing cards. In recent years he delighted in spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving in addition to his wife Anne are three daughters, Joanne P. Collins of Woburn, Margaret A. "Peggy" Kimball and her husband Dick of Saugus, and Laurie C. Boisvert and her husband Leo of Nashua, New Hampshire, and a son, John P. Driscoll, Jr. and his wife Kathleen of N. Billerica. He was also the beloved grandfather of Daniel Collins, Ashleigh Kimball, and Patrick, Caitlin, and Colleen Driscoll.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, July 29th, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main St., Woburn, at 10. Interment will take place in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home are Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in John's memory to the E.N. Rogers Veterans Memorial Hospital, 200 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 01730.

MICHAEL P. FENNELLY – in Woburn, July 27th, beloved son of F. Mary (Cronin) Fennelly of Woburn and the late Eugene P. Fennelly. Loving father of Laura Fennelly of Woburn. Dear brother of Gene and his wife Sharon and Mary Guarino and her husband Frank, all of Nashua, NH, Linda of Malden, John and his wife Cheryl of Burlington, Kevin and his wife Kristen and Deborah Fennelly, all of Woburn, and the late Gayle DiLorenzo. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 30th, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Michael’s memory to the Boys and Girls Club of Woburn, Charles Gardner Lane, Woburn, MA 01801.

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Michael P. Fennelly, 45, of Woburn passed away at his home Sunday evening, July 27th. He was the son of Mary (Cronin) Fennelly of Woburn and the late Eugene P. Fennelly. Michael was born in Boston and raised in Woburn. He graduated from Woburn High School with the Class of 1975, and lived in the South End of the city all his life. He had been in ill health for the past several years.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Gayle DiLorenzo. Surviving in addition to his mother, Mary Fennelly of Woburn, are a daughter, Laura Fennelly of Woburn, three brothers, Gene and his wife Sharon of Nashua, NH, John and his wife Cheryl of Burlington, and Kevin and his wife Kristen of Woburn, three sisters, Mary Guarino and her husband Frank of Nashua, NH, Linda Fennelly of Malden, and Deborah Fennelly of Woburn.

Michael was also the loving uncle of Robert DiLorenzo and his wife Laura, and Mark DiLorenzo, all of Woburn, Kristin and Stephen Fennelly, Ronnie and Stephen Ribeiro, Jesse and Jason Fennelly, Nicole and Frankie Guarino, Kevin and Kyle Fennelly, and Amber, Ashley, and Darien Bennett, and grand-uncle of Ciara and Aidan Fennelly, and Alyssa Gayle, Bobby, and Leah DiLorenzo.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Wednesday, July 30th, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, at 10. Interment will be in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home are on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Michael's memory to the Boys and Girls Club of Woburn, Charles Gardner Lane, Woburn, MA 01801.

ALICE F. (LaVOIE) SAUNDERS – in Woburn, July 27th, beloved wife of Robert J. Saunders. Devoted mother of Alice Patricia Graham and her husband Gary of Fitzwilliam, NH, and Roberta E. Lilley and her husband “E .J.” of S. Portland, ME. Dear sister of Gertrude Mori of Plymouth and Edward J. Murphy of Manassas, VA. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Thursday, July 31st, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Barbara's Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Calling hours Wednesday 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Interment in Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge.

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Alice F. Saunders, a resident of Woburn’s West Side for nearly fifty years, passed away at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington Sunday morning. The wife of Robert J. Saunders for over sixty-six years, she was ninety-one years of age. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Emily (Langley) LaVoie. She graduated from Cambridge High and Latin.

She and her husband married in 1937 and, after raising her family, she earned a degree as a licensed practical nurse at the age of 51. She worked as an LPN at Symmes Hospital for over twenty-three years until her retirement.

Surviving in addition to her husband Bob are two daughters, Alice Patricia Graham and her husband Gary of Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire, and Roberta E. Lilley and her husband “E .J.” of S. Portland, Maine, a sister, Gertrude Mori of Plymouth and a brother, Edward J. Murphy of Manassas, Virginia. She was also the beloved grandmother of four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Thursday, July 31st, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Barbara's Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn, at 10. Interment will follow Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

MATTHEW J. FRASCA - in Pompano Beach, Florida, formerly of Woburn, July 28th, age 52, beloved son of Esther (D’Ettore) Frasca of Lowell and Matthew V. Frasca of Northport, FL. Father of Matthew Frasca of Everett. Dear brother of Denise Barrett and her husband Joseph of Hudson, NH, Paul Frasca and his wife Carol, and Darlene Frasca, all of Woburn, Deborah Martin of E. Boston, Diane Darcey of Lowell, and Crystal Frasca of Walpole. Also survived by his partner, Wendy Lazala of Pompano Beach, FL, and many nieces and nephews. He was the former husband of Janine (Genica) of Florida.

A funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, on Monday, August 4th, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Arrangements by the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn.

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Matthew J. Frasca, a former Woburn resident, passed away in Pompano Beach, Florida, on Monday, July 28th. He was fifty-two years of age. Born in Medford, he was the son of Matthew Frasca and Esther (D'Ettore) Frasca. He graduated from Woburn High School and served in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He had made his home in Florida for many years.

Surviving in addition to his mother, who now lives in Lowell, and his father, who resides in Northport, Florida, are a son, Matthew Frasca of Everett, a brother, Paul Frasca and his wife Carol of Woburn, and five sisters, Denise Barrett and her husband Joseph of Hudson, NH, Darlene Frasca of Woburn, Deborah Martin of E. Boston, Diane Darcey of Lowell, and Crystal Frasca of Walpole.

Also surviving are his partner, Wendy Lazala of Pompano Beach, FL, and many nieces and nephews. He was the former husband of Janine (Genica) of Florida. A funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, on Monday, August 4th, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. There are no calling hours. Arrangements by the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn.

DORIS A. (FERRIE) MADDEN – in Woburn, July 28th, beloved wife of the late Harold J. Madden. Devoted mother of Sharon Carson and Sheila Smith, both of Woburn. Sister of the late Alice Young and Evelyn Norris. Loving grandmother of Sharyn-Michelle Smith of Washington, DC and Kevin Carson of Weymouth.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main St., Woburn, on Friday, August 1st at 8:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main St., Woburn, at 9. Calling hours Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Doris’ memory to the Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02115.

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Doris A. Madden of Woburn passed away in Winchester Monday morning following a brief illness. The wife of the late Harold J. Madden, who died in 1976, she was eighty-seven years of age. Mrs. Madden grew up in Reading, daughter of the late Joseph and Ina (Goss) Ferrie. She lived in the Allston-Brighton area for a number of years following her marriage until taking up residence in Woburn in 1958. She was devoted to her family and delighted in spending time with her daughters and her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband Harold, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Alice Young and Evelyn Norris. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon Carson and Sheila Smith, both of Woburn, and was also the loving grandmother of Sharyn-Michelle Smith of Washington, DC and Kevin Carson of Weymouth.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main St., Woburn, on Friday, August 1st at 8:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main St., Woburn, at 9. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Donations may be made in Doris’ memory to the Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02115.

Ethel Given, a lifelong resident of Burlington, passed away at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Medford on Monday, July 28. She was 90 years of age. Born and raised in Burlington, she was the daughter of the late William J., and the late Mary Jane (Colvin) Graham. Ethel was the wife of the late Robert J. Given Sr., who died in 1994.

Because Burlington had not yet built a high school, Ethel graduated from Lexington High School in 1930. She later graduated from the Chandler Secretarial School in Boston. She was an active volunteer at the former Choate Hospital in Woburn for many years. Ethel worked for the Town of Burlington in the Assessors Office from 1960 until her retirement in 1977. She lived in Burlington until moving to Longwood Place in Reading six years ago. She loved cooking, and was an active member of the United Methodist Church in Woburn.

She is survived by one daughter, Jane Cassidy and her husband Paul, both of Potomac, MD; and one son, Robert J. Given Jr. and his wife Susan, both of Newburyport, formerly of Reading. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Scott Given of Newburyport; Michael Cassidy of Menlo Park, CA; and Laura Tayloe of Arlington, VA; and six great grandchildren, Christopher and Sasha Cassidy, and Emma, Julia, James, and Grace Tayloe.

Visiting hours were held at the Graham Funeral Home on Thursday Evening, July 31. A private funeral service was held later. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the United Methodist Church, 523 Main St., Woburn, MA.

Dr. John E. Gerety, passed away Monday at the Winchester Hospital, Winchester following a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband of the late Emma F. (McDonough) who died twelve years ago. Dr. Gerety was eighty-seven years old.

Born in Everett, Dr. Gerety was a graduate of Everett High School, Tufts University class of 1939, and Tufts Dental School class of 1943. He still maintained practices in Woburn and Everett, and was a resident of Woburn since 1950. He was devoted to his late wife and to raising his family. He was an active parishioner at St. Joseph Church, and also active in his community and profession as a member of the Woburn Lodge of Elks, the MA Dental Society and American Dental Society. Dr. Gerety was on the staff of the Whidden Memorial Hospital of Everett and the Winchester Hospital, Winchester. During World War II, Capt. Gerety served in India and Central Burma with the US Army Air Corps.

Surviving are four sons; John E. Jr. and his wife Janis of Andover, Robert P. and his wife Deborah, Joseph W. Gerety, and Thomas F. and his wife Patti, all of Woburn. Also seven loving grandchildren. He is predeceased by his late son James F. Gerety, and seven brothers; Joseph, Edward, Robert, Richard, William, Frank and Harold Gerety and two sisters; Marion Messias and Jane Gerety.

His funeral will be held from the McLaughlin - Dello Russo Funeral Home 60 Pleasant St. Woburn on Saturday, August 2, at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 100 Washington St. Woburn at 10. Services will conclude with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Visiting Hours at the funeral home on August 1, Friday, from 2-4 & 7-9.

Mary T. Humphrey, a longtime Winchester resident, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Boston after a brief illness. The wife of the late Arthur J. Humphrey, she was ninety-five years old.

Born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Clara (Turcot) and William McKinnon. Mary has made her home in Winchester for over fifty years, she was devoted to her family, and enjoyed playing cards, bingo and bowling.

Surviving are her daughter Janet M. Downey and her husband Joseph “Roy” of Woburn, two granddaughters: Linda Doucette and Ellen Quinton, five great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. One Brother Edward McKinnon of NH., five sisters; Cloria Pabst of Taunton, Ruth Suzdelis of Tyngsboro, Grace McIntosh of NH., Patricia Borgeson of Burlington and Dorothy Cleary of Chelmsford.

She is predeceased by her late husband Arthur, six brothers; William, Frank, Donald, Thomas, Roy and James McKinnon, two Sisters; Julia and Katherine McKinnon.

Her funeral will be held form the McLaughlin - Dello Russo Funeral Home, 60 Pleasant St. Woburn on Friday, August 1, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Malachy Church, 99 Bedford St. Burlington, at 10. Services will conclude with burial at Chestnut Hill cemetery, Burlington. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may visit with the family from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Friday morning.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, August 2nd, at 9:15 a.m. Funeral mass in St. Charles Church at 10. Calling hours Friday 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Mike’s memory to the Winchester VNA, c/o Winchester Hospital, 41 Highland Ave., Winchester, MA 01890.

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Angelo J. “Michael” Dango, a lifelong resident of Woburn, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, July 30th, at Mass. General Hospital after having been stricken at his home. The husband of Jean M. (MacDormand) Dango for the past fifty-five years, he was seventy-eight years of age.

Born and raised in Woburn, he was the son of the late Antonio and Jennie (Gentile) Dango. He attended Woburn High School and earned his degree in 1998 through the veterans program, as he left to serve in the Navy during World War II. After working in the Charlestown Navy Yard as a welder when he was young, he enlisted in the Navy, serving first in Guam and the South Pacific as a Seabee. He was stationed in Saipan and Tinian in the Mariana Islands, and was the recipient of three Bronze Stars and the Asia-Pacific Victory Medal.

Mr. Dango worked for Independent Tallow in Woburn for forty-three years as a master pipe fitter, retiring in 1986. He faithfully walked around Horn Pond every day, often with his daughter. He was devoted to his family and loved to spend time with his five grandchildren and his great-grandson. He also enjoyed tending his garden.

Preceding him in death were three brothers, Dominic, Charles, and Frankie Dango, and a sister, Anna Callahan. Surviving in addition to his wife Jean are a daughter, Donna L. Farrow and her husband William of Reading, a son, Peter M. Dango and his wife Cyndi of Woburn, a brother, Anthony Dango, and four sisters, Jean MacDonald, Elizabeth “Betty” Garbino, and Rose Kirk, all of Woburn, and Lena McSweeney of Belchertown.

He was also the loving grandfather of Michael C. Dango and his wife Shirley, Kimberly Sawyer and her husband Chris, Bryan Farrow and his fiancée, Beth Daybek, and Chad Farrow and his wife Noble, and great-grandfather of Matthew C. Dango.

The funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Saturday, August 2nd, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Charles Church at 10. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Donations may be made in Mike’s memory to the Winchester VNA, c/o Winchester Hospital, 41 Highland Ave., Winchester, MA 01890.

Daniel D. McManus, a lifelong resident of Woburn, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, July 31. He was 90 years of age. Born in Woburn, he was the son of the late Terrance, and the late Ellen (Driscol) McManus; and the husband of Alice M. (Finethy) McManus.

Daniel was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Prior to his enlistment in the Army, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve. For many years he served as a Poll Warden for Ward 4, Precinct 1. Daniel had worked as a carpenter for Albert Finethy Contracting. After retirement, he worked for the Woburn Racquet Club.

Daniel was predeceased by three sons, the late Daniel, the late Terrance, and the late Paul McManus. In addition to his wife Alice, he is survived by one step-daughter, Elaine Cennerazzo and her husband James, both of Woburn. He is also survived by one brother, Lawrence McManus of Nashua, NH; one sister, Esther Chinsley of Florida; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd., Woburn on Tuesday, August 5 at 12:00 Noon. Visiting hours will be two hours prior to the service on Tuesday from 10-12:00. Burial will be at the Woodbrook Cemetery in Woburn.

Edith E. (Olson) McHugh, a longtime resident of Woburn, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 31, surrounded by her family. She was 86 years of age. Born in Belmont, she came to Woburn at the age of six. She was the daughter of the late Albin and the late Lena (Ellertson) Olson and stepdaughter of Marie Coulter Olson.

Edith was the beloved wife of the late Joseph W. McHugh who died in 1978. After raising her children, Edith worked at Winchester Auburn Mills. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Edith enjoyed cooking, gardening and her cats.

In addition to her husband, she was also predeceased by two sons, the late Joseph "Billy" Jr. and Stephen. She was further predeceased by two sisters, Eva Walsh and Margaret Reed; and three brothers, Warren, Robert and John Olson. Edith is survived by one daughter, Sheila McCormick and her husband John, of Woburn; and five sons, Donald and his wife Flo Ann, of Ascutney, VT, Gerald and his wife Barbara, of Hillsboro, NH, James of Woburn, John and his wife Jeanmarie, of Amherst, NH, and Timothy and his wife Leslie, of Salem. She is also survived by one sister, Doris Thompson of Nashua, NH; three sisters-in-law, Kaye Babineau and Arlene Olson both of Woburn, and Kelly Olson of Florida; 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd., Woburn on Monday, August 4 at 11:00 am. Visiting hours will be on Sunday, August 3rd from 4-8 pm. Burial will be at the Calvary Cemetery in Woburn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 220 N. Main St., Suite 104, Natick, MA 01760 in memory of Edith McHugh, in honor of her great granddaughter, Sarah Ward.

A Funeral will be held from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home on Monday, August 4th at 8 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn at 9. Calling hours are Sunday from 4 – 8 p.m. Interment in Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester. Donations may be made in Eddie’s memory to the Muscular Dystrophy Assoc., 20 Conant Street, Danvers, MA 01923

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Edward T.” Eddie” McCabe, a longtime resident of Winchester, passed away quietly on Friday, August 1st at the Bear Hill Nursing Center in Wakefield. The beloved husband of the late M. Edwina (Kenefick) McCabe, he was eighty-nine years of age. Born in Somerville, Edward was the son of the late Louis and Catherine (Quigley) McCabe.

Raised and educated in Everett, Eddie, as he was known by his family and friends, graduated from Everett High School. After graduating, he entered the Army and served in the Asiatic Pacific campaign during WWII. After the service, Eddie worked for the Federal Government in the General Service Administration as a carpenter. He serviced the Federal Buildings in Waltham for approximately thirty years.

In 1953, Eddie moved to Winchester where he and his wife made their home and raised their five children. In addition to his family, Eddie dedicated himself to the Caufield Center in Woburn and sponsored many people during a twenty year period. In his leisure he enjoyed traveling and was a casual sports fan.

In addition to his wife, M. Edwina (Kenefick) McCabe, Eddie was predeceased by his son Barry McCabe was passed away in 1973 and his sister Mary Landry. He is survived by his children, Kathleen Criner and her husband James of Virginia, Edward McCabe of Reading, John McCabe and his wife Joanne of Winchester and Brian McCabe and his wife Beth of Chelmsford, his brothers , Francis of Everett, Vincent of Andover and Father John McCabe of Maryknoll, NY. Also survived by his grandchildren, Barry, Kate, Allison, Abagail, Caroline, Julie, Lindsey and Brett McCabe and Christopher Criner.

Norman W. DeMone, a former longtime resident of Burlington, passed away at the Leominster Hospital after a short battle with cancer on Friday, August 1. He was 72 years of age. Born in Somerville, he was the son of the late Maurice J., and the late Laura D. (Stewart) DeMone; and the husband of Greta C. (Anderson) DeMone. He had lived most of his life in Burlington, until moving to Lunenburg six years ago.

Norman was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War. He owned and operated DeMone Construction, Inc. in Burlington for many years until his retirement six years ago. Norman was an avid golfer, and was known as a hard worker.

Very loving and devoted to his family, he will be dearly missed by all who knew him. In addition to his wife Greta, he is survived by two sons, Douglas DeMone of Lunenburg; and Bryan DeMone and his wife Karen, both of Burlington; and three daughters, Linda Carleton of Manchester, NH, Lisa DeMone of Lunenburg, and Jodi Ripa-Smith of Nashua, NH. He is also survived by two sisters, Muriel Musgrave of Chelmsford and Mary Doherty of Tewksbury; one brother, Pat DeMone of Burlington; and four grandchildren, Jenna and Derrik DeMone of Burlington, and Wesley and Rachael Smith of Nashua, NH. He was predeceased by one brother, the late Earl DeMone.

A funeral service will be held at the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd., Woburn on Tuesday Afternoon, August 5 at 2:00 pm. Visiting hours will be on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9. Burial will be at the Chestnut Hill Cemetery in Burlington.

Francis W. King, Jr. a longtime resident of Woburn, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday Afternoon, August 5. He was 61 years of age. Born in Woburn, he was the son of the late Francis W. King Sr., and the late Eileen (Harrold) King; and the husband of Sylvia A. (Pierce) King. Francis worked as a Mechanic for Atlantic Gelatin/Craft General Foods in Woburn for many years, and had been looking forward to his retirement.

He and his family enjoyed camping, and had been going to Wymans Beach Campground in Westford for many years. He was an avid fisherman, and could often be found in the early morning hours fishing on the lake at the campground. He was also an old country music fan, an excellent horseshoe player, and enjoyed oil painting.

In addition to his loving and devoted wife Sylvia, he is survived by one daughter, Christina Hay of Michigan; and two sons, William and James King, both of Woburn. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Ryan and Kayla Hay of Michigan, and one brother, Charles King of Woburn.

A funeral service will be held at the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd., Woburn on Friday, August 8 at 10:00 am. Visiting hours will be at the funeral home on Thursday, from 2-4 & 7-9. Burial will be at the Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations in Francis´ memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

CAROL A. (CARLSON) CROCKER – in Billerica, formerly of Woburn, Thursday, August 7th, beloved wife of the late James A. Crocker. Devoted mother of Susan Tinker and Donna Crocker, both of Billerica, and Stephen Crocker and his wife Kathleen of Hudson, NH. Dear sister of Garry Carlson of Framingham and the late Harold Carlson. Loving grandmother of Rebecca, Rachele, Courtney, Madison and Alexis.

Funeral from the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, on Monday, August 11th at 9:15 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Barbara’s Church, Four Corners, Cambridge Street, Woburn at 10. Calling hours Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Donations may be made in Carol’s memory to the Boston Catholic TV, PO Box 9109, Newtonville, MA 02460-9109 or VNA Hospice Greater Lowell, 336 Central Street, Lowell, MA 01853.

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Carol A. (Carlson) Crocker passed away in Billerica, surrounded by her family, on Thursday evening, August 7th after a courageous battle with cancer. The beloved wife of the late James A. Crocker, she was sixty- three. Born in Arlington, Carol was the daughter of the late Arvid and Erma (Stevens) Carlson. Raised in Arlington, she was a graduate of Arlington High School in 1