obituaries
Jean T. Hanrahan
Sep 25, 2025
Jean T. Hanrahan, 76, passed away peacefully on the evening of September 25, 2025, after a long and brave battle with kidney disease.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Magnussen of Carver, MA, Jennifer's husband, Mark, and her beloved granddaughters, Zoe and Maya.
Jean was born on July 31, 1949, in Dorchester, MA, the...
Brendan Ferris (Beaton)
Sep 24, 2025
Brendan Joseph Ferris, 40, Rockland, MA, died Wednesday September 24, 2025 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston following injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
Brendan was born in Weymouth, MA on July 17, 1985, a son of the late Bonnie F. (Boothby) Ferris and Brian Beaton. He grew up in Abington and attended local schools. Brendan...
Catherine J. Back
Sep 23, 2025
Catherine J. Back, 64, of Houghs Neck & Braintree, Massachusetts, passed away on September 19, 2025.
Cathy found purpose in raising her daughters, and helping those around her, humans and animals alike. She was never happier than when she was on the beach with her feet in the sand, with her dogs, or tending to her beautiful...
Maura K. Zimmerman
Sep 23, 2025
Maura Zimmerman (Tobin), of Abington, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, at the age of 48, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Weymouth on October 27, 1976, Maura was raised in Marshfield, where she built lifelong friendships and cherished memories. She earned her bachelor's degree from UMASS Dartmouth and went on to...
Janis Mclaughlin
Sep 9, 2025
Janis McLaughlin of Hingham, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025, surrounded by the love she so generously gave throughout her life. Born and raised in Dorchester, Janis carried the heart of the city with her—resilient, vibrant, and full of joy.
She is survived by her sisters, Linda Walsh and her husband Jack of Weymouth, MA,...
Francis L. Hutchinson
Aug 29, 2025
Francis L. Hutchinson, "Papa Fran" age 87, of Abington, MA, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at Brockton Hospital.
Born on June 14, 1938, in Weymouth, he was the son of the late Helen (Hunt) Hutchinson and William Hutchinson.
Fran was predeceased by his beloved wife, Diane (Contois) Hutchinson,...
Michael J. Zulon
Aug 22, 2025
Michael John Zulon, of East Bridgewater, formerly of Abington and Dorchester, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and beloved dogs. He was 62 years old.
Born in Dorchester on February 27, 1963, Michael was the devoted husband of 36 years to Marion (MacNeill) Zulon and the proud father...
Richard Pasquale
Aug 19, 2025
Richard J. Pasquale, age 77, of Abington, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at South Shore Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 10, 1947, in Malden, MA, Richard was the son of the late Albert J. Pasquale and Eva A. (Crawford) Pasquale. He was a graduate of Medford High School and went on...
Susan Sinclair Willis
Aug 16, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Susan Sinclair Willis, who died peacefully on August 16, 2025, at the age of 83 in Newton, Massachusetts.
Susan was born on March 18, 1942, in Canton, MA, to Leonard and Marion Curra. A lifelong learner and dedicated educator, she earned her undergraduate degree from Bates...
Richard J. Laramee
Aug 14, 2025
Richard J Laramee, age 84, born in Weymouth, MA, went to his eternal heavenly home on August 14, 2025. He died in Hospice Care at Family Trust Care Home in Cary, NC after a long illness and complications from Vascular Parkinsonism. He was the beloved son of Henry and Eugenie Laramee.
Rich was known to us all...
Janice M. (Packard) Wolcott
Aug 11, 2025
Janice Marie (Packard) Wolcott, 79, of Kingston, passed away peacefully at her home on Aug. 11. She was the daughter of the late Carlton Richard and Priscilla (White) Packard of Rockland.
Janice and her late husband David Wolcott Sr. of Abington were high school sweethearts and happily married for 55 years. They are survived by their son...
John P. Devlin
Aug 9, 2025
John Patrick Devlin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at the age of 94. He was surrounded by his loving family. Born to the late Patrick and Mary (Carey) Devlin, he was raised in South Boston and resided in Abington and Weymouth after retirement. He enlisted in the US Navy and...
Allan A. Carlson
Aug 3, 2025
Allan Arthur Carlson passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the age of 80 surrounded by the love of family and friends.
Allan was born in Boston, MA on March 1,1945 and raised in Weymouth, MA where he attended Weymouth High School. He enlisted in the US Air Force during the Vietnam Era (serving from January...
Alexandra K. Boothby
Aug 2, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound love, we announce the passing of Alexandra Kathleen Boothby, who left this world far too soon after a courageous 13 year battle with Huntington's Disease. She was just shy of her 35th birthday.
Born on August 15, 1990, Alexandra grew up in Abington and Olathe, Kansas. She is survived by her devoted...
Patricia M. Freeman
Aug 2, 2025
Patricia Freeman of Abington, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, just two days before her 86th birthday.
Born on August 4, 1939, in Boston, Massachusetts, Patricia lived a long and meaningful life rooted in the community of Abington. Over the years, she built a family that brought her endless pride, joy, and love.
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Evan J. Madigan
Jul 28, 2025
Evan J. Madigan, 37, of Brockton, formerly of Abington, passed away at home on July 28th 2025, after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Born in Brockton, MA, on October 19, Evan was the beloved husband of Jayna (Lloyd) Madigan. Evan was a loving husband, son, brother and friend.
He is survived by his father Patrick Madigan...
George G. Carter
Jul 24, 2025
George Gerard "Jerry" Carter, of Abington, MA, beloved husband, father, grandfather, passed away on July 24, 2025. He was 73.
A native of Quincy, MA, who grew up in Rockland, MA, Jerry is survived by Holly Carter, (of Taunton, MA) his wife of 48 years; daughters Christina Schena of Newburyport, MA, Stefanie Eaton of Lakeville, MA, Michelle...
Beverly A. Schmidt
Jul 18, 2025
BEVERLY ANN SCHMIDT
SCHMIDT, BEVERLY A., 96, formerly of Brooksby Village, Peabody, and earlier Abington MA, passed away peacefully at the Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center on Friday, July 18, 2025. She was the wife of the late Henry R. Schmidt.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, she was the daughter of Viola (Alberts) and Frederic...
Margaret A. Olson
Jul 18, 2025
Margaret (Peggy) Olson 82, of Brockton, Ma passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 18 at South Shore Hospital. Peggy was born in Brockton, Ma on November 25, 1942. She was the daughter of the late John Cunningham and Margaret Rose Cunningham. Peggy attended Brockton High School, and soon became a secretary at an insurance company in...
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