obituaries

Oct 8, 2025

Gilbert D. Bristol III, 85, a longtime resident of Abington, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth.

Born on March 25, 1940, in Springfield, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Gilbert D. Bristol, Jr. and Ethel (Goss) Bristol. Gil grew up in Abington and graduated with the Class of...

Oct 8, 2025

Doreen Serino, 70, of Abington, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous year-long battle with brain cancer.

Born and raised in Worcester, Doreen was the daughter of the late Paul and Lorraine Gartatzoghian. From an early age, she embodied compassion and strength—qualities that defined both her personal and professional...

Sep 29, 2025

Shawn Francis Gallagher, a lifelong resident of Brockton, passed away on September 29, 2025, at the age of 60. Born in Brockton on March 24, 1965, he was the son of the late Michael Gallagher and Elizabeth "Betty" Gallagher Mullaly.

Shawn leaves behind his loving brothers: his older brother Kevin, and his younger brothers Michael and Brian....

Sep 29, 2025

Gregory Andrew Brodeur, of Abington, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the Pat Roche Hospice House, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, Rachel, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was 47 years old.

Born on February 23, 1978, in Quincy, Greg was the beloved son of Kenneth and Nancy Brodeur (Gallo)...

Sep 28, 2025

Dolores J. Hines Hall of Whitman, MA, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 28, at South Shore Hospital.

Born on June 25, 1956, Dolores was the daughter of Arthur and Cathrine Hines and the second of five daughters in the Hines family. She was a proud graduate of Whitman-Hanson High School, Class of 1972.

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

Aug 19, 2025

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...