Robert Orpen, a 7 year resident of Wareham and former 40 year resident in North Carolina and formerly of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at McCarthy Care Center Hospice House in Sandwich following a lengthy illness. He was 72 years old. Bob was born in Boston on July 23, 1940, a son of the late Henry Orpen and Jeanie (UrQuhart) Orpen. He grew up in Charlestown where he attended the Boston Public School system. Bob enlisted into the United States Army on November 9, 1961 and served his country proudly and honorably during the Vietnam Conflict. He was discharged on November 8, 1963 with the rank of Private First Class. Bob taught ballroom dancing for over 40 years where he began his career with Arthur Murray Studios in Boston before moving to North Carolina where he opened his own studios in the Wilmington, North Carolina and Winston-Salem, North Carolina areas. He was very involved in the competitive field of ballroom dancing and judged many competitions all over the world. Following his retirement, Bob donatated his time to the Wareham Y.M.C.A. He was a member of the Wareham Lodge of Elks. Bob is the devoted father of John Gregory Orpen and James Christopher Orpen. He is the beloved brother of John Orpen of Hull, Jean Raso of N.H., Carol Orpen of Malden, Patricia Simard of Easton, Donald Orpen of N.H., Richard Orpen of Randolph and the late Henry Orpen Jr. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bob’s life Thursday, December 13, 2012 from 2 to 4 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 3:00 p.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Bob’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN. 38148-0142.

View Full Notice → ROBERT ORPEN 12/9/2012 Charlestown, MA / Wareham, MA / Wilmington, NC

Ruth C. “Gram” (Thorpe) Andrea, a longtime resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at her home in Charlestown after an extended illness. She was 94 years old. Ruth was born in Boston on August 17, 1918, a daughter of the late Percival Thorpe and Ethel (Pratt) Thorpe. She grew up in Marblehead where she attended school there and graduated from Marblehead High School while being a Nanny for a family in Marblehead. Ruth worked as a bookeeper for Marriot Hotels for several years in the Boston area. Ruth took special pride in preparing meals for the pastor at St. Francis De Sales Church. Ruth is the beloved wife of the late Michael F. Andrea. She is the devoted mother of Mary McKenna of Port Richey, FL., Carol Walsh of Charlestown and the late Manuel Andrea and Louise Becker. She is the loving Gram to 9 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. She is the beloved sister of Mildred Gallagher of Charlestown and the late Edna Fournier and Frances Ringer. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Ruth’s Funeral on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. from the Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 11:30 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Visiting hours will be on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Ruth’s name to St. Francis De Sales Church Building Fund, 303 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

View Full Notice → RUTH C. “GRAM” (THORPE) ANDREA 12/8/2012 Charlestown, MA

John E. Houlihan, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 unexpectedly at his home in Charlestown. He was 81 years old. John was born in Boston on June 11, 1931, a son of the late James E. Houlihan and Lucy M. (Smith) Houlihan. He grew up in Charlestown where he attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1949. John worked for over 30 years with the City of Boston as a custodian in the Boston Public School system. John was a member of The Old Charlestown Schoolboys Association and was involved with the Charlestown Boys Club for many years. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed the Patriots. John is the beloved husband of the late Florence C. “Flossie” (Coffey) Houlihan. He is the loving father of Ann Marie Houlihan of Saugus, John Houlihan and his wife Ellen of Charlestown, Joseph Houlihan and his wife Jean of Charlestown and James Houlihan and his wife Alice of Nahant. He is the loving Grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is the beloved brother of Marion Simpson of Charlestown, Lucy Gibbon of Charlestown and the late Rose Newton, Bridget Thornton, Peter, Edward and James Houlihan. He is the loving uncle of Christine Ostrander of Kentucky and many other nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend John’s Funeral on Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours will be on Friday, December 14, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in John’s name to The Charlestown Boys & Girls Club, 15 Green St. Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

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Mildred P. “Nana” (Thorpe) Gallagher, a resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a lengthy illnes only 4 days after her sister Ruth Andrea, who passed away on December 8, 2012. Mildred was 91 years old. Mildred was born in Boston on June 19, 1921, a daughter of the late Percival Thorpe and Ethel (Pratt) Thorpe. She was a homemaker. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mildred’s graveside service on Monday, December 17, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. at The Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. There are no visiting hours.

View Full Notice → MILDRED P. “NANA” (THORPE) GALLAGHER 12/12/2012 Charlestown, MA

Mary C. (McNamee) Griffis, a 41 year resident of Everett and formerly of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Friday, December 14, 2012 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital in Melrose following a short illness with cancer. She was 69 years old. Mary was born in Boston on April 14, 1943, a daughter of the late Henry McNamee and Ellen (McCarthy) McNamee. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended the Boston Public School system. Mary worked as a Health Aide for Intercity Homemakers for several years and was a volunteer at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital for 5 years. “SHE MADE The PROGRAM.” Mary is the beloved wife of 48 years to Phillip Griffis. She is the devoted mother of Patrick Griffis of Cambridge and Patricia Griffis of Everett. She is the beloved sister of Margaret “Peggy” Loftin of Tewksbury, Henry “Buzz” McNamee of Peabody, Eileen Nye of Everett and John McNamee of Tewksbury. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mary’s Funeral on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 9 a.m. from the Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Visiting hours will be on Monday, December 17, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

View Full Notice → MARY C. (McNAMEE) GRIFFIS 12/14/2012 Charlestown, MA / Everett, MA

Patricia A. (Ellgner) Power, a 27 year resident of Newburyport and formerly of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Friday, December 14, 2012 at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport after a short illness with cancer. She was 73 years old. Pat was born in Boston on July 3, 1939, a daughter of the late Joseph Ellgner and Margaret (Casey) Ellgner. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended St. Francis De Sales Parochial School and the Boston Public School system. Pat worked as a Home Health Aide in Charlestown for several years before moving to Newburyport and working with the Haverhill Visiting Nurse Association as a Home Health Aide for over 27 years. Pat is the devoted mother of Donna Dacey of Charlestown, Charles Power of Seabrook, New Hampshire, Bobby Power of Everett, Joey Power of Somersworth, New Hampshire, Anthony Power of Revere and Tina Gillen of Somersworth, New Hampshire. She is the loving Nana Pat to 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She is the beloved sister of Kay Coughlin of Florida and the late Peggy Galipeau. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Patricia’s Funeral Mass on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 10 a.m. in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown. Interment is private. There are no visiting hours.

View Full Notice → PATRICIA A. (ELLGNER) POWER 12/14/2012 Newburyport, MA / Charlestown, MA

Eleanor M. (Bowden) McLaughlin, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Monday, December 17, 2012 at her home in Charlestown following a lengthy illness with cancer. She was 65 years old. Eleanor was born in Boston on June 2, 1947, a daughter of the late Edward Bowden and Anna (Doherty) Bowden. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School. Eleanor worked as a coordinator for Bingham & McCullen Law Firm for over 27 years. Eleanor is the beloved wife of 45 years to William E. McLaughlin. She is the devoted mother of Christine Fitzpatrick and her husband James, Colleen McLaughlin and the late William E. McLaughlin Jr. She is the loving Nana to 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She is the beloved sister of James Bowden and the late Anna Brennan, Edward Bowden Jr. and John Bowden. She is the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Eleanor’s Funeral on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 10 a.m. from the Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, December 20, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Eleanor’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tennessee. 38148-0142.

View Full Notice → ELEANOR M. (BOWDEN) McLAUGHLIN 12/17/2012 Charlestown, MA

John A. Scoppettuolo, a 2 year resident of Medford and former 15 year resident of Charlestown and 10 year resident of East Boston, passed into eternal life on Monday, December 17, 2012 at his home in Medford following a lengthy illness. He was 79 years old. John was born in Boston on December 24, 1932, a son of the late Carmine Scoppettuolo and Josephine (DiBlasi) Scoppettuolo. He grew in East Boston where he attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Boston Trade High School. He enlisted into the United States Army and served his country proudly and honorably during the Korean Conflict. John worked as a welder for Mass. Engineering Company for over 32 years. John is the beloved husband of 26 years to Josephine (Ciulla) Scoppettuolo. He is the devoted brother of Anthony Scoppettuolo of Wilmington, Eleanor Roderiques of New Hampshire, Julia Clausen of Florida, Mary Cimino of Medford, Josephine Scoppettuolo of Boston and the late Generosa Scoppettuolo and Theresa Shire. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend John’s Funeral on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at 9 a.m. from the Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours Wednesday, December 19, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in John’s name to VNA Hospice Care, 100 Trade Center, Suite 500, Woburn, Mass. 01801.

View Full Notice → JOHN A. SCOPPETTUOLO 12/17/2012 Charlestown, MA / East Boston, MA / Medford, MA

Margaret E. “Penny” (Reid) Arroyo, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Monday, December 31, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following a brief illness. She was 65 years old. Margaret was born in Boston on February 19, 1947, a daughter of the late Arthur Reid and Tillie A. (Comeau) Reid. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended the Boston Public School system. Margaret has been a homemaker where she dedicated herself to bringing up her children. Margaret is the devoted mother of Federico Arroyo and Patricia of Charlestown, Martina Arroyo and Patty of Charlestown, Louis Arroyo of Pennsylvania, Sonjia Arroyo of Lee, Fernando Arroyo and Katie of Charlestown, Dedeira Arroyo and Ky of Belmont, Artania Leonard and Michael of Charlestown and Anthony Bolger of Charlestown. She is the loving Nana Penny to 24 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She is the beloved sister of Arthur Reid, Susan Durgin, Suzanne Mullen, Thomas Reid, Edward Reid, Sandra Ortiz, Michael Reid and the late Linda Alvarado. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Margaret’s Funeral on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment will be private. Visiting huors will be Thursday, January 3, 2013 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Margaret’s name to The Charlestown Boys & Girls Club, 15 Green St. Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

View Full Notice → MARGARET E. “PENNY” (REID) ARROYO 12/31/2012 Charlestown, MA

Patrick M. Tracy, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life unexpectedly on Monday, December 31, 2012. He was 52 years old. Patrick was born in Boston on May 7, 1960, a son of Mary L. (DeLacy) Tracy and the late Richard C. Tracy. He grew up in Charlestown where he attended the Boston Public School system. Pat worked as a carpenter for many years. Patrick is the devoted father of Michelle Elwell of Lowell and Megan Elwell of Malden. He is the beloved son of Mary L. (DeLacy) Tracy of Charlestown and the late Richard C. Tracy. He is the loving Grandpa to Jayden, Madelynne and Clancy. He is the beloved brother of Kathryn Walsh and her late husband John of Revere, Marylou Tracy of Charlestown and the late Christopher Tracy. He is the loving uncle of Katie and Mike Mason, Johnny Walsh, Christa Day, Skyla Tracy and Rayven. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Patrick’s Funeral on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Visiting hours Friday, January 4, 2013 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Pat’s name to The Jimmy Fund, 44 Binney St. Boston, Mass. 02155.

View Full Notice → PATRICK M. TRACY 12/31/2012 Charlestown, MA

James V. O’Halloran, 83, of Salem, NH, died suddenly, Wednesday at his home. Born in Boston, MA, he grew up and was educated in Charlestown, MA. Jim retired from the Long Shoreman’s Union where he was a former treasurer. He was a founding member of the Cronin Club in Charlestown, MA. He served in US Army during World War II and Korea where he was a tank commander. He was an avid gardener. He was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (Brooks) O’Halloran and his siblings, Mary Glennon, Louise Toppham, John, Martin, Patrick and Robert O’Halloran. He is survived by 2 step daughters, Susan Goff and her husband John Wilson of Concord, NH and Patricia Ladd of Abbott Village, ME; sister, Joan Lang of Everett, MA; many nieces and nephews A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, Jan. 5th at 10 AM at St. Matthew Church, Windham, NH. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Salem. Calling hours are, Friday, Jan. 4th from 4-7 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St, Salem, NH. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Neil O’Brien, Jr Love is Magic Foundation, PO Box 4178, Peabody, MA 01961

View Full Notice → James V. O’Halloran 1/2/2013 Salem, NH / Charlestown, MA

Mary B. (Gunning) Walsh, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Monday, January 7, 2013 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after an extended illness. She was 91 years old. Mary was born in Boston on January 15, 1921, a daughter of the late John J. Gunning and Margaret F. (Harte) Gunning. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School. Mary was a dedicated and devoted homemaker and spent all of her adult life caring for her husband and 7 children. Mary was a devoted communicant at St. Francis De Sales Church in Charlestown and a big supporter of Catholic Television. She was past president of the Ladies Auxilliary of Bunker Hill, James W. Conway American Legion Post # 26 of Charlestown. Mary is the beloved wife of the late Michael J. Walsh. She is the devoted mother of Michael J. Walsh Jr. and his wife Christine of Middleboro, Margaret Walsh and her husband Jack of Cambridge, Kevin J. Walsh and his wife Paula of Sandwich, John P. Walsh and his wife Donna of Foxboro, James F. Walsh and his wife Kathleen of Charlestown, Thomas W. Walsh and his wife Debra of Lincoln and Mary Walsh-Gordon and her husband Michael of Dedham. She is the beloved Nana to 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She is the beloved sister of Frederick Gunning of Charlestown, Margaret Murphy of Medford and the late John, Thomas, James and Francis Gunning. She is the beloved sister-in-law of Jeremiah Kelleher of Weymouth. She is the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mary’s Funeral on Monday, January 14, 2013 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at the Veterans Administration National Cemetery in Bourne at 1:00 p.m. Visiting hours will be on Sunday, January 13, 2013 from 2 to 6 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Mary’s name to Autism Speaks, 300 Crown Colony Drive, Quincy, Mass. 02169

View Full Notice → MARY B. (GUNNING) WALSH 1/7/2013 Charlestown, MA

Eleanor M. (Nover) Ridings, a long time resident of Charlestown and former resident of Somerville for over 50 years, passed into eternal life on Monday, January 21, 2013 at her home in Charlestown. She was 82 years old. Eleanor was born in Boston on June 25, 1930, a daughter of the late Otto Nover and Grace (Brennan) Nover. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1948. Eleanor was a dedicated homemaker while caring for her husband and 4 sons while living in Somerville. She was an active parishoner at St. Benedicts Parish in Somerville before moving back to Charlestown. Eleanor was a member of the Old Charlestown Schoolgirls Association and her favorite past time was listening to opera. Eleanor is the beloved wife of the late John P. Ridings. She is the devoted mother of John P. Ridings Jr. and his fiance Rose Messina of North Reading, Ronald Ridings of Boston, Robert Ridings and his wife Pamela of Fitchburg and William Ridings and his wife Maureen of Scituate. She is the loving Nana to Christopher, Jason, Christine, Jenna, Eric, Michelle, Brittany and her great-grandchildren; Chason and Cassidy. She is the beloved sister of the late Joseph Nover and Dorothy Rea. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Eleanor’s Funeral on Friday, January 25, 2013 at 9 A.M. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 A.M. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, January 24, 2013 from 3 to 7 P.M. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers kindly make a memorial donation in Eleanor’s name to All Care Hospice, 210 Market St. Lynn, Mass. 01901.

View Full Notice → ELEANOR M. (NOVER) RIDINGS 1/21/2013 Charlestown, MA / Somerville, MA

Of Tewksbury, formerly of Reading and Charlestown; died Jan. 27. at age 79. Beloved wife for 55 years of Albert C. Sutherby of Tewksbury; daughter of the late Cornelius F. and Anne (Kerrigan) Garvin; sister-in-law of the late George and Estelle Sutherby, Frank and Mary (Mooney) Sutherby of Melrose, Mary and Dan Noonan of Woburn, Gertrude Marshall of Stoneham and the late John Marshall, Rita and Frank Shaughnessy of FL; cousin of Joe and Frances Woods of Mashpee; dearest friend of Mary Doherty of Foxboro, Kathleen McCann of Derry, NH, and Kay Maloney of Milton; she also leaves her beloved dog Brandy; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visiting hours Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Her funeral will begin Thursday at 9:00 a.m. from the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass Thursday, Jan. 31, at 10:00 a.m. in St. William’s Church, 1351 Main St. (Rte 38) Tewksbury. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s cemetery, Stoneham. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the National MS Society, Greater New England Chapter ?P.O. Box 845945? Boston, MA 02284-5945, visit www.nationalmssociety.org, will be appreciated.

View Full Notice → Kathleen A. Sutherby 1/27/2013 Tewksbury, MA / Reading, MA / Charlestown, MA

Shaina M. Coleman, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at Lawrence General Hospital in Lawrence. She was 30 years old. Shaina was born in Boston on March 22, 1982, a daughter of Joanne (Libby) Coleman and Stephen Coleman. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended the Boston Public School system. Shaina was a homemaker who dedicated her young adult life to the caring of her 4 sons. Shaina is the beloved wife of Edinson Suazo. She is the loving mother of Riley Tejeda, Reardon, Edinson and Stephen Suazo. She is the devoted daughter of Joanne (Libby) Coleman and Stephen Coleman. She is the beloved grandaughter of William “Matches” McGrath and the late Patricia McGrath and the late Stephen and Pauline Coleman. She is the loving niece of Shawna and Thomas McGrath and survived by many other nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service for Shaina on Monday, February 11, 2013 at 10 A.M. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Visiting hours Sunday, February 10, 2013 from 2 to 6 P.M. in the funeral home.

View Full Notice → SHAINA M. COLEMAN 2/5/2013 Charlestown, MA

Mrs. Thelma Mae (Birch) Dowd, a resident of Andover died at her home on Thursday evening, February 14, 2013. Thelma was the beloved wife of the late Francis J. Dowd, Sr. Born in Wyoming Minnesota, she was the beloved daughter of the late Theodore and Elsie (Thornquist) Birch. She was also the loving sister of the late John Birch. Thelma was a homemaker who readily opened her home to friends, friends of her children, her extended family and neighbors. She had a welcoming dispostion and a wonderful, wry sense of humor. She lovingly hosted annual barbeques for family and friends. Thelma enjoyed playing solitaire and watching her favorite TV shows. She will be sorely missed by her loving children: Kathy M. and her husband Paul M. Fitzmeyer of Haverhill; Debra J. and her husband Walter Crookes of Hampstead, New Hampshire; Shelly and her husband Craig S. Tetreault of Andover; Francis J. Dowd, Jr. of Andover and Jason M. and his wife Gail Dowd of Wilmington; sister Joanne Lepine of Andover, grandchildren Ellen H. and Emily A. Fitzmeyer; sister-in-law Irene Birch and several nieces and nephews. Her services will be private with a memorial service planned at a later date. Donations in Thelma’s memory may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack Street, Lawrence , MA 01843.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Thelma Mae (Birch) Dowd 2/14/2013 Andover, MA / Charlestown, MA / Haverhill, MA / Hampstead, NH / Lawrence, MA

James J. Feeney, Jr., Retired BPD., 88, of Wells, ME, formerly of Charlestown, MA and Dorchester, MA. Died on March 3, 2013 The beloved husband of 65 years to Rita T. (O’Connell) Jim lived life fully and well. Son of the late James J. Feeney and Mary (King) Feeney. Jim was raised in Charlestown, MA, along with his brother, John “Bud” Feeney, and sisters, Helen Annesse and Dorothy Jarvie ,all of whom pre-deceased him. In December 1941, he joined the US Navy, and served as Chief Petty Officer on the USS Patoka in the South Atlantic and South Pacific, including at the invasion of Okinawa. In January 1951, he joined the Boston Police, a department he loved, eventually retiring in 1983 with the rank of Deputy Superintendent. He lived for his family: his devoted wife, Rita, and sons and daughters-in-law: Jim and Jean of Fairmont, MN, Mike and Nancy of Canton, MA, Richard and Jean of Weymouth, MA, Jack and Ann of Weymouth, MA, Dan and Sharon of Lehigh Acres, FL, and Bob of Plymouth, MA. He is also survived by many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren, all of whom he cherished. He died peacefully – with his wife by his side – giving comfort to his family in his last hours. Jim was a loving husband and father and a loyal and thoughtful friend. Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend the visiting hours on Wednesday 4-8pm in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock Street, Quincy. A Celebration of Life service will be held in the funeral home on Thursday morning at 9:15am followed by a Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church , 55 Commercial Street, Weymouth, on Thursday, March 7, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. Burial in Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to York Hospital, where Jim received exceptional, compassionate care. Donations may be made online or by mail to York Hospital Fundraising, 15 Hospital Drive, York, ME 03909.

View Full Notice → James J. Feeney 3/3/2013 Dorchester, MA / Charlestown, MA

Florence M. (Heidelman) MacDonald, a 50 year resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life unexpectedly on Monday, March 11, 2013 at her home in Charlestown. She was 87 years old. Florence was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 8, 1925, a daughter of the late William Heidelman and Sofie (Merz) Heidelman. She grew up in Ridgewood, New York where she attended schools there and graduated high school there. Florence worked as a Legal Secretary for Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks Law Offices in Boston for over 30 years. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, baking, sewing, gardening and traveling to Falmouth. Florence is the devoted and loving mother of William P. MacDonald and his wife Amanda of Charlestown. She is the wife of John F. MacDonald. She is the sister of the late Sonny Heidelman. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Florence’s Funeral on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 9 A.M. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 A.M. Interment is private. Visiting hours are on Thursday, March 14, 2013 from 4 to 8 P.M. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Florence’s name to the Charlestown Boys & Girls Club, 15 Green St. Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

View Full Notice → FLORENCE M. (HEIDELMAN) MacDONALD 3/11/2013 Charlestown, MA

Margaret M. (Doherty) Martell, a longtime resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at the Marian Manor Nursing Home in South Boston following an extended illness. She was 84 years old. Margaret was born in Belfast, Ireland on November 22, 1928, a daughter of the late John Doherty and Catherine (McBrearly) Doherty. She grew up in Chelsea and attended St. Rose Parochial School and graduated from St. Rose High School in Chelsea. She was a switchboard operator for New England Telephone Company for several years and also worked for Dupont Company in Boston. Margaret enjoyed playing bingo, going to yard sales and most of all spending quality time with her family. Margaret is the beloved wife of the late John L. “Lou” Martell. She is the devoted mother of John and Cheryl Martell of Billerica, Steven Martell of Boston, David and Mary Martell of Chestnut Hill, Daniel and Kerri Martell of Reading and the late Kevin Martell and Paul Martell. She is the loving Nana to Shannon Tackaberry, Annie Martell, Jack Martell, Owen Martell and Emily Martell and her great-grandaughters; Sadie and Annabelle. She is the beloved sister of Mary MacDougall of Groveland, Joseph Doherty of South Carolina, and the late Michael Doherty, Kathleen Gaudet and John Doherty. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Margaret’s Funeral on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 9 A.M. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 A.M. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours Friday, March 15, 2013 from 4 to 8 P.M. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Margaret’s name to Marian Manor, 130 Dorchester St. South Boston, Mass. 02127.

View Full Notice → MARGARET M. (DOHERTY) MARTELL 3/12/2013 Charlestown, MA

William R. “Buddy” Smith, a life long resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life unexpectedly on Sunday, March 10, 2013. He was 54 years old. Buddy was born in Boston on June 23, 1958, a son of the late William J. Smith and Margaret A. (Travers) Smith. He grew up in Charlestown and attended the Boston Public School system. Buddy worked several jobs during his short lifetime. Buddy is the beloved son of the late William J. Smith and Margaret A. (Travers) Smith. He is the devoted brother of Ed Smith of Contoocook, New Hampshire, Paula of Mansfield, Martie of Newbury, Larry Smith of Foxboro and the late Kathy. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Buddy’s Funeral Services and burial will be private.

View Full Notice → WILLIAM R. “BUDDY” SMITH 3/10/2013 Charlestown, MA