Norma Ursula Randall died peacefully on February 8, 2015, surrounded by her loved ones.  Daughter to John and Margaret Hewson (MacLellan), decedents of Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Loving wife to the late Francis P. Randall (1908-1989). Born in Savannah, GA, and raised in Philadelphia, PA, Norma settled in Boston where she married and raised her children.  She began her career as a hostess in the in hotel business in the Theater District of Boston for many years before joining Boston City Hospital for over 20 years as a Medical Coder until her retirement in 1980.  Proud of her heritage, she had a life-long passion to study and document her family’s genealogy.   An avid reader, she was a lover of old and historic books and literature.  She had an undying passion for the English Language and was an advocate for furthering education.  She volunteered as a Literary Tutor at the Plymouth House of Corrections, a program designed to improve the lives of those incarcerated. She was also a Volunteer Reader for the Talking Info Center in 1990, broadcasting through WATD, Marshfield, MA, reading stories directed for the blind.   Norma’s biggest passion in life was her love for her family.  Her happiest times were family gatherings at Thanksgiving and Christmas.  After retirement, Norma, with her husband, moved to Hyannis where she enjoyed hosting family and friends, tending to her beautiful garden, frequenting the beaches of Cape Cod and boating in the waters of Cape Cod Bay.  She was an animal lover and had many dogs and cats through the years, which gave her much joy.   Norma is survived by her son, John Burk, Sr. (Arlene) of Port Charlotte, FL, and daughter, Nancy Mathieu of Lake Worth, FL. Loving granddaughter, Tracy Burk of Bridgewater, MA,  grandsons, John Burk, Jr., of Weymouth, MA, David Mathieu of Lake Worth, FL, Steven Burk (Delilah) of Peabody, MA and Scott Mathieu also of Lake Worth, FL.  Pre-deceased by granddaughter Debra Burk-Baker of Cornish, ME. Norma is also survived by her loving cousins Monique and Mercedes Tully of Brockton, MA, her great-grandchildren, her former daughter in law, Roberta Consalvi, as well as countless friends, extended family members and all whose lives she touched.  A private memorial service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Salvation Army on her behalf.

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East Bridgewater – Kenneth J. Swanson died February 19 at the age of 88. Son of Carl U. Swanson and Mildred (Douglas) Swanson, he was born in Brockton and had resided there until the time of his marriage in 1950 when he moved to East Bridgewater. Kenneth was veteran of World War II having served in the US Army and stationed Germany for three years. He was employed as a printer by Plympton Press of Norwood for sixteen years and later by Haliday Lithograph of Hanover until his retirement in 1987. Kenneth enjoyed gardening, woodworking and making Hobby Horses which he sold from his home. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Meredith (Winsor) Swanson, two sons John K. Swanson of East Bridgewater and Keith D. Swanson and his wife Donna of Halifax, and his daughter Carol L. Murray of East Bridgewater. He was the father of the late Dean W. Swanson and brother of the late Carl U. Swanson, Jr and Wendell D. Swanson. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. The family extends their sincere gratitude to the entire staff of the Sachem Center for Health & Rehab for the compassionate care given to him white under their care. At his request services will be private at a later date.

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Nicholas “Teo” Petronelli of West Bridgewater passed away on the evening of February 24, 2015 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Nick was 87 years old and was the devoted husband of Rita (Crowley) Petronelli of West Bridgewater. They had been married for 65 years. Born September 14, 1927 in Milford, MA he was the son of the late Paul and Maria (Bulso) Petronelli and was raised in Brockton. Nick started his career as a bricklayer and through hard work he founded Petronelli Construction Inc. over 60 years ago. He built many notable commercial properties and single family homes throughout the region. He was a World War II veteran who proudly served his country in the US Navy which he was honorably discharged. He was also a member of the US Navy boxing team along with his late brother Goody. “Teo” was a quick witted, hardworking man who cherished being with his family. He also enjoyed summering with his family at his Little Harbor, Wareham home, golfing, horses, boxing and traveling with his family on many memorable vacations. In addition to his wife he is survived by three children, Nick Petronelli and his wife Debbie of Wareham, Dan Petronelli and his wife Donna of West Bridgewater, Marybeth Petronelli and her husband Michael Carey of Raynham. He was the grandfather of Nick Petronelli, Jr., Matt Petronelli, Jenny Moneymaker, Patrick Petronelli, Jessica Karras, Stephanie Petronelli, Jonathan Cooke, Katie Cooke and the late Kimberly Petronelli. He had four great grandchildren, Nicholas and Casey Petronelli and Nicholas and Mia Karras. He was the brother of Lorraine Santoro, Eleanor Walsh, Guido Petronelli, Ronnie Petronelli, Henry Petronelli and the late Goody, Patsy and Freddy Petronelli, Rose Clark, Netta Derocher and Nilda Comstock. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte 123), Brockton Sunday 2-5pm. The funeral procession will gather at the funeral home at 8:00am on Monday for a funeral Mass at 9am at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Burial in Calvary Cemetery.

View Full Notice → Nicholas “Teo” Petronelli 2/24/2015 Brockton, MA / West Bridgewater, MA / Wareham, MA / Raynham, MA

Arthur L. Homer, 80, of East Bridgewater, died Monday, March 2nd at Wingate at Silver Lake, in Kingston, after a long illness. He was the beloved husband of 50 years to Jul (Kievenaar) Homer. He was born in Weymouth, the only son of Charles and Louise (Holland) Homer. Arthur graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy in 1957. He worked at the Boston Veterans Admin., for 40 years, reaching the position of outpatient pharmacy director. During his career, he was a pharmacist at the South Shor Hospital in Weymouth and the Massachusetts Respiratory Hospital in Braintree. He was a 12 years member of the Rockland Board of Health and a member of the Rockland Knights of Columbus. In addition to his wife Jul , he leaves behind three children, Charles H. Homer of East Bridgewater, Jul Marie H. Pratt of Randolph and Arthur L. Homer, Jr. of Haverhill. He was also the brother of the late Gertrude Berg, Rita Kondrat and Catherine MacDonald. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his services on Sunday March 8th at 4:00PM in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth St ( Rt 58 at the rotary circle) Whitman. Visitation will be prior to his service from 2:00-4:00PM. Burial will be in the St. James Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made in his name to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472 or www.alzmass.org

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John R. “Jack” Caffrey age 73 of West Bridgewater, died Friday March 13, 2015 surrounded by his family at Signature Healthcare/Brockton Hospital. He was the loving husband of Linda L. (Mather) Caffrey. Jack was born and raised in Brockton and lived most of his life in the city before moving to West Bridgewater 29 years ago. In 1996, Jack retired from the City of Brockton School Department after 23 years of service. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter. Jack’s true joy in life was his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren and great grandson. Jack was the father of Denise L. Bert and her husband J.R. of Brockton and the late John “JC” Caffrey. He was the grandfather of Samantha, Danielle and Jesse Caffrey and Victoria Bert. He was also the great grandfather of Kaiden and brother of Edward Caffrey and his wife June Williams of Brockton and the late Ruthann Macomber. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home 138 Belmont Street (Rte. 123) Brockton on Monday 5-8 pm with a Service of Incense at 6 pm. The funeral procession will gather at the funeral home on Tuesday at 9 am followed by The Service of the Divine Liturgy to be celebrated at St. Theresa Maronite Catholic Church, 343 N. Main St., Brockton at 10 am. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack’s name to St. Theresa Maronite Catholic Church.

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Freda M. (Hudson) Cournoyer age 89 of W. Bridgewater died Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at the Lifecare Center, W. Bridgewater after a period of failing health. She was the devoted wife for 65 years of the late Fred J. Cournoyer, Jr. For many years she had lived at Matfield Woods in W. Bridgewater. Freda was born in London and was the youngest of nine children. She had worked in the British War Office during World War II. She met and married her husband in London and came to the United States in 1945. She retired as a switchboard operator at Good Samaritan Medical Center after 25 years. She enjoyed arts and crafts, her dogs and was proud of her English heritage and belonged to the Britannia Club. Freda will be remembered for her fabulous sense of humor. She was the mother of Janet Linn of Winter Springs, FL, Nancy Bilunis and her husband Robert of Lakeville, Jeffrey Cournoyer of FL and the late Ted Cournoyer. She was the grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 6. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street, (Rte 123) Brockton on Friday, 4-7 pm. The procession will gather at the funeral home on Saturday at 8 am for a Funeral Mass in Christ the King Church at 9 am. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Donations in Freda’s name can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA 02472.

View Full Notice → Freda M. Cournoyer 3/18/2015 West Bridgewater, MA

March 27, 2015 Arthur A. Court Jr. died peacefully from complications of pancreatic cancer, He received extraordinary care during his brief illness at Newton-Wellesley Mass General Hospital. He was born in North Dighton at the Mt. Hope Hospital. Arthur recently celebrated his 80th birthday with a party and vacation in Florida with his family. He was the son of the late Arthur Sr. and Margaret Copeland of Taunton. He graduated from Taunton High School in 1952 and attended Bryant College. He leaves his wife Dorothea Sullivan Court and two daughters Leslie Buron and her husband Daniel of Bridgewater and Jennifer Pietnik and her husband Ted of Taunton. He adored his loving grandchildren Tyler Buron and Caroline Pietnik. He was the brother of the late Cynthia Park and Richard Court. He leaves his nieces Christine Grispino and her husband Bob, Melanie Lavoie and her boyfriend Stephen Auclair, his nephews Adam and Alex Lavoie and Timothy Court and his wife Stephanie. He leaves his brother in-law Francis Park and his sister in-law Carol Phillips and her husband Harold and many cousins. Arthur retired in 2001 after working at Reed & Barton Corporation in Taunton, MA as the Director of Purchasing for thirty four years. He and his family loved family vacations on Cape Cod for the summer. His wife and he also loved going to Key West and Largo Florida. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict having served in the US Army Military Police. Arthur was an animal lover and enjoyed playing golf and watching the history channel on TV. Throughout the years Arthur was very active in community organizations and had given freely of his time to help the Taunton community and the local area. He was a founding member of the United Way of Eastern New England and was elected to its Board of Directors. He also was an Executive Committee member of the United Way of Greater Taunton, and a past president of the local fundraising organization. Arthur was an active member of the Rotary Club of Taunton, and served on its Board of Directors in 2001-2002. He was a Corporator of the former Morton Hospital in Taunton and a past Exalted Ruler of the Elk’s Lodge 150 in Taunton. He also was a former member of the Rhode Island Purchasing Agents Assoc. After moving to Raynham, MA he was so proud to be a volunteer of the Police and Fire Departments. He served as a former Town Auditor in Raynham and former president of the Edgewood Swim and Tennis Club. He enjoyed being a former assistant coach of the Bridgewater Youth Football and served on its Board of Directors. He was also a former member of the Bridgewater Wage and Personnel Board. He loved family dinners on Sunday and was grateful for his wonderful eighty years. Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton Tuesday, March 31th from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St Thomas Aquinas Church 103 Center Street in Bridgewater on Wednesday at 10 AM. Interment St Francis Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers donations in Arthur’s memory may be made to Holy Union Sisters, P.O. Box 410, Milton, MA, 02186-0006 or Wounded Warrior’s, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL, 32256.

View Full Notice → Arthur A. Court Jr 3/27/2015 Bridgewater, MA

Arthur E. “Steve” Boutilier, WWII Veteran United States Marine Corps. passed away Wednesday April 1, 2015. He was the beloved husband of the late Marjorie L. (Corbett) Boutilier who recently passed away on February 18, 2015. He is survived by his two loving children, Wayne D. Boutilier and his wife Lois of Bridgewater, Lissa L. Boutilier and her husband Kevin Flaherty of Brewster and her two grandchildren, Andrew Flaherty and Shayla Flaherty. COMPLETE OBITUARY AND FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS TO FOLLOW

View Full Notice → Arthur E. “Steve” Boutilier 4/1/2015 Stoughton, MA / Brewster, MA / Bridgewater, MA

Michael F. “Mad Dog” Hayes, age 63 of Bridgewater, formerly of Brockton, died April 6, 2015 at Signature Healthcare-Brockton Hospital surrounded by family. Michael was born and raised in Brockton, son of the late Walter E. and A. Rose (DiNunno) Hayes. He was a 1969 graduate of Brockton High School and for over 20 years had been employed at Stonehill College. Michael loved to spend time with his sons, and enjoyed motorcycles, music, photography, drawing and Bocci ball. He had been a longtime member of the Bridgewater 49r’s. Michael is survived by his sons Michael Jr. and Riley Hayes; stepchildren Kacie, Sean and Shaela Lamontagne; two sisters Mary DeMulis and her husband Robert and Helen Farrar and her husband Thomas; many nieces and nephews, and great nieces. He was the former husband of Kathleen (O’Brien) Hayes and brother of the late John Hayes. Visiting Hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street (Rte 123) Brockton, Thursday 4-7pm. The funeral procession will gather at the funeral home Friday at 8am for a funeral Mass in Christ the King Parish at 9am. Burial in Calvary Cemetery.

View Full Notice → Michael F. “Mad Dog” Hayes 4/6/2015 Bridgewater, MA

Jonathan W. Lunn, Jr., age 32, of Bridgewater, died suddenly Saturday, April 4, 2015. Jonathan was born in Taunton and raised in Cape Cod, the loving son of Jonathan W. Lunn, Sr. of Cape Cod, and Frances D. (Zadrozny) Robichaud and her husband Chris of Fall River. A 2002 graduate of Lower Cape Regional Technical High School, Jonathan went on to study business At Cape Cod Community College. Shortly after graduation, Jonathan enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. He served one tour in Iraq, receiving several service medals. Jonathan had been a self-employed auto mechanic, also working at Complete Auto in Hyannis for more than 15 years. As an accomplished mechanic, Jonathan took 1st place in a motor rebuilding competition and went onto compete in several others. His greatest joys in life were his family, cars, and being a great mentor. Jonathan will be remembered as funny, loving, and giving but most importantly as being an incredible dad. In addition to his parents, Jonathan is survived by his loving fiancé Rachel Eldridge of Bridgewater; his daughters, Alawna-Lee Lunn of Tennessee, and Angela and Aleicia Lunn of Bridgewater. His siblings, Jamie A. Weldin of Fall River; Lawrence C. Adams of North Carolina; Kelsey M. Lunn of Fitchburg; and Franchesca S. Rolon, of Fall River. Jonathan also leaves a nephew Anthony Lunn; and 3 nieces Nissia Welding-Lunn, Gloria Weldin and Aleaya Weldin all of Fall River. Jonathan was the grandson of Frances D. Denoncourt of Arizona, and the late Francis J. Zadrozny and Betty-Jean Lunn. He leaves many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his nephew Jeremiah Weldin. Private family services will be held at a later date.

View Full Notice → Jonathan W. Lunn, Jr. 4/4/2015 Brockton, MA / Bridgewater, MA / Fall River, MA / Fitchburg, MA / Cape Cod, MA

West Bridgewater – Ethel A. (Harbord) Torres 89, a longtime resident of West Bridgewater, died Thursday April 16 after a period of failing health. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas P. Torres, Sr. Born and raised in Karlsruhe, Germany, Ethel had met and married her husband Tom in Germany during World War II. Prior to her retirement she had worked in the corporate offices of the former Mammoth Mart Corporation, and finished her career working at the Superior Court in Brockton, MA. She enjoyed gardening and loved to shop, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family and had cherished her vacations to Colorado with her family. She is survived by her loving sons Gregory Torres and his wife Nancy of Hillsboro, NH and Thomas Torres II and his wife Kelly of East Bridgewater, her grandson Kyle Torres and her nephew Harry York of Colorado. She was predeceased by her sister Eva York and her brother-in-law Walter York. Family and friends are invited to attend her memorial service to be held Tuesday April 21 at 7:00 PM in the Blanchard Funeral, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 @ the rotary) Whitman. A private burial will be held at a later date.

View Full Notice → Ethel A. (Harbord) Torres 4/16/2015 West Bridgewater, MA

Mrs. Louise E. (Courcy) Beauvais, of Taunton, died Monday, April 20 at her residence following a long battle with cancer. She was the devoted and loving wife of the late Donald J. Beauvais, who died in 2011. They had been married for 58 years. She was born 85 years ago in Taunton, the daughter of the late Louis P. and Yvonne C. (Cyr) Courcy. Louise was a lifelong Taunton resident and graduated from the former St. Jacques Grammar School and the former St. Mary’s High School, graduating in 1947. She also attended the former Bristol County Community College here in Taunton. In her youth, she belonged to the Society of Mary and the St. Anne’s Sodality. She was a communicant of St. Jude the Apostle Church (formerly St. Jacques Church). Prior to her retirement, she was a senior clerk at the Registry of Probate for 20 years, retiring when her son was born. She later worked in the courtesy booth at Stop & Shop for many years when it was located in the old Taunton Mall, and then in Somerset when the Taunton store closed. Louise loved spending time with her family and was an adoring and loving grandmother. She loved watching her grandchildren swimming in the family pool and attending their sporting events before becoming ill. Louise’s hobbies included playing cards, playing bingo, doing puzzles and traveling with her husband and children. She loved going to Foxwoods to play Bingo. She leaves her 3 children, Anne M. Souza and her husband Robert of Taunton, Jeanne M. Fahy and her husband, Michael of Norton, and Donald P. Beauvais and his wife, Lisa of Bridgewater. She also leaves her precious grandchildren, Robert Donald Souza and his wife, Ashley, Michael R. Souza, Shannon and Shawn Fahy, and Sara and Marisa Beauvais. She also leaves her adoring sister, Theresa C. Courcy, who lived with her, and her brother-in-law, Leo Beauvais and his wife, Therese, and several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister-in-law of the late Paul Beauvais and his late wife, Barbara, and the late Madeleine Beauvais. Funeral services will be held from The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, on Friday, April 24 at 9:00 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow in St. Jude the Apostle Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.

View Full Notice → Louise E. Beauvais 4/20/2015 Taunton, MA / Bridgewater, MA

Bridgewater – Gail (Nash) Lincoln 56, died unexpectedly Wednesday April 22 in Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Boston. She was the beloved wife of 36 years to Michael W. Lincoln. Born in Weymouth and raised in Whitman, she was the daughter of Patricia A. (Cormier) (Nash) Cochary of Middleboro and the late Robert Nash, and a graduate of Whitman-Hanson High School, Class of 1977. Gail had been a familiar face to many, working alongside her husband Mike at Lincoln Tax Service, of Whitman. She had enjoyed traveling, especially the many vacations spent with her family in New Hampshire. She was a devoted wife and mother, and will be remembered by all who knew her as a patient and loving caregiver to her late daughter Jennifer M. Lincoln. In addition to her husband Michael she is survived by her loving daughter Tracey Quinn and her husband Casey of Bridgewater, her brother Alphonse Nash and his wife Jana (Lincoln) Nash of Whitman, her step-dad Dr.Thomas Cochary of Middleboro and her mother-in-law Edith V. Lincoln of Bridgewater. She is also survived by her many brothers and sisters-in-law Paula M. Costa of Bourne, Howard E. Lincoln, Jr and his wife Charlene of TN, Fred F. Lincoln and his wife Cindy of Raynham, Donna J. Levesque and her husband Duane of Middleboro and Kelly A. Vincenzi of Carver as well as many nieces and nephews. She was the daughter-in-law of the late Howard E. Lincoln, Sr. Her funeral service will be held Monday April 27 at 9:15 AM from the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 @ the rotary) Whitman, followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 AM in the Holy Ghost Church, Whitman. Burial will be at a later date. Visiting hours will be held Sunday April 26 from 4:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donation in her name may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 44 Binney St, Boston, MA 02115 or Children’s Hospital, 1 Auburn St.#731, Boston, MA 02115.

View Full Notice → Gail M.(Nash) Lincoln 4/22/2015 Bridgewater, MA / Whitman, MA

Geraldine B. “Gerry” (Couite) Carrozza age 82, of West Bridgewater, died Monday April 27, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family. She was the devoted wife of the late Anthony B. Carrozza. Gerry was born in Brockton, a daughter of the late Manuel and Mary Ellen (McKiernan) Couite and lived all of her life in West Bridgewater. A 1951 graduate of Howard High School in West Bridgewater, Gerry was a stay at home mom devoted to her home and family. Her true joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Gerry enjoyed dancing every Saturday night with her husband, playing bingo and trips to Foxwoods. She loved trips to Hawaii with her husband and children and was an avid Red Sox fan. She is survived by her five loving children Mary-Ellen LaBelle and her companion Tom Santiano of Brockton, Robert Carrozza of W. Bridgewater, Susan Young and her husband Warren of W. Bridgewater, Maureen Brady and her husband Michael of Middleboro and Marc Carrozza and his wife Michelle of E. Bridgewater. She was the cherished grandmother of T.J. LaBelle, Shana Morochnick, Makayla Brady and Dillon Brady and the sister of Thomas Couite. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123) Brockton on Wednesday 3-7pm. A Funeral Service will be celebrated in the funeral home on Thursday at 10am. Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery. Please consider making a donation in Gerry’s name to the charity of your choice.

View Full Notice → Geraldine B. “Gerry” Carrozza 4/27/2015 West Bridgewater, MA

Ernest “Ernie” Procaccini, Jr. age 82 of Bridgewater, formerly of Brockton and W. Yarmouth, died Wednesday, April 29, 2015 on his 59th wedding anniversary. He was the loving and devoted husband of Barbara L. (Leggett) Procaccini. Ernie was born and raised in Brockton, a son of the late Ernest and Santina (Ferrara) Procaccini and was a 1952 graduate of Brockton High School. During the Korean War he served in the US Army. He retired as the maintenance manager at the Brockton Waste Water Treatment Plant. He was a long time member of the IBEW Local 223. Ernie enjoyed golf, bocci, traveling, reading and playing cards with his friends. He was an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan. Most importantly he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was the father of Michael Procaccini and his wife Mary, Tina King and her husband Gary, Catherine Fitzmaurice and her husband Paul, Maryanne McLaughlin and her husband John, and the late James Procaccini and his surviving wife Christine. He leaves many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was the brother of Netta Fogarty and the late Joseph and John Procaccini. He also leaves many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St (Rte 123) Brockton Friday 4-8pm. A procession will gather at the funeral home on Saturday at 9am for a funeral Mass in St. Basil Chapel at Bridgewater State University, 122 Park Ave, Bridgewater at 10:30 am. Burial at a later date. Please consider making a donation in Ernie’s name to Wounded Warriors, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

View Full Notice → Ernest “Ernie” Procaccini, Jr. 4/29/2015 Brockton, MA / Bridgewater, MA / W. Yarmouth, MA

Dick Belmore, 71 years old a longtime resident of East Bridgewater died Friday, May 1, 2015 after a short illness. Born in Framingham he was the son of the late Joseph Belmore and Catherine (Burke) Belmore. He was the husband of Margaret (Meier) Belmore. Dick was a graduate of Marlboro Vocational School and Fisher College. He was in the Navy and served on the USS Everglades from 1963-1967. Dick loved his job, first working as a machinist, then went on to work for Thermo Jarrel Ash in the field of spectroscopy as a research scientist. Throughout his professional tenure he held several patents. Dick retired in 2002 and enjoyed spending time at home working around the house and yard; he could fix or make anything. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Margaret (Meier) Belmore, his son Peter Belmore and his wife Colleen (Gallagher) Belmore of Hanson, his son Michael Belmore and his wife Jessica (Diorio) Belmore and a grandson Benjamin Belmore of Georgia, and a daughter Catherine Belmore of Fall River. He was brother to Joseph Belmore of Marlboro, Paul Belmore of Missouri, Cathy Ablondi of Framingham and Jack Belmore of Grafton. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Service information to follow.

View Full Notice → Richard Joseph “Dick” Belmore 5/1/2015 East Bridgewater, MA

Mrs. Dale H. (Adams) Staples, a resident of Medford, Weymouth, and Campton, New Hampshire, throughout her lifetime, and beloved wife of Kevin R. Staples, passed away at her home in Campton, New Hampshire, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday morning, May 6, 2015. After courageously fighting pulmonary fibrosis for two and a half years she passed away at the age of 57. Born in Medford, Massachusetts, on December 11, 1957, she was the beloved daughter of the late Warren and Faye (Rand) Adams. Dale worked as a Credentialing Specialist for many years. Dale was a true lover of nature. In her spare time she liked to garden, knit, and take scenic rides. Above all she did in her life, her family was of the utmost importance. She will be sorely missed by family and many supportive friends. Besides her beloved husband Kevin, she is survived by her loving children; Casey R. Staples and his wife Meghan of East Bridgewater and Shannon L. Staples and her partner Jamie McVicker of Weymouth, her siblings; Warren Adams, Jr., of Medford, Dawn Adams of Newburyport, Denyce Akell and her husband Warren of Jay, Maine, Randy Adams and her wife Brenda Stevenson of St. Petersburg, Florida and Jacqueline DiNunzio and her husband Paul of Tewksbury, many nieces and nephews and the love of her life, her grandson, Dylan Staples. Her funeral service will be held at the Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 29 Governors Avenue, Medford, on Monday, May 11, 2015, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are most welcome to attend. Visiting hours will be held in the Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 29 Governors Avenue, Medford on Sunday, May 10, 2015, from 5 PM to 9 PM. Interment will be held in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Medford. Donations in Dale’s memory may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org. For additional information, please visit, www.magliozzifuneralhome.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Dale H. (Adams) Staples 5/6/2015 Medford, MA / Campton, NH / Weymouth, MA / East Bridgewater, MA / Tewksbury, MA

Hebert L. “Herb” Nelson, Jr. age 89 of Whitman, died Sunday May 10, 2015 at West Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center after a brief illness. He was the devoted husband of Grace L. (Murphy) for 64 years. Herb was born and raised in Brockton a son of the late Herbert and Nellie (Bartlett) Nelson and lived in Brockton before moving to Whitman 50 years ago. A graduate of Brockton High School, Herb served in the US Army as an MP during WW II and had been stationed in England and Germany. He was awarded two battle stars for the Rhineland and Ardennes campaigns. Herb retired as a supervisor at the Montello branch of the US Post Office after 40 years of service. Herb’s true passion in life was collecting antique cars and he treasured his vintage jeep. A member of the South Shore Antique Auto Club, Herb participated in many shows and parades. Herb will be remembered as a hardworking man dedicated to his wife Grace. In addition to his wife, Herb is survived by many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Mildred, Warren, Kenneth and Richard Nelson, Blanche Stevens and Marion Doyle. Visiting hours will be held in the Conley funeral Home 138 Belmont Street (Rte. 123) Brockton on Thursday 9-10:30 am with a funeral service at 10:30. Burial in the Mass National Cemetery, Bourne. Please consider making a donation in Herb’s name to Wounded Warriors, P.O. Box 758517,Topeka, KS 66675.

View Full Notice → Hebert L. Nelson, Jr. 5/10/2015 Brockton, MA / Whitman, MA / Plainville, MA / Bridgewater, MA

Richard H. Lescault, 70, of East Bridgewater, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 after a brief illness. He grew up in Brockton and graduated from Brockton High School. Richard served as a Sergeant in the US Army, stationed in Germany during 1965. He spent many years in the construction business and went on to be the founder and owner of Creative Construction Company for over 20 years before retirement. His favorite pastimes included gardening, reading and being at the Cape Cod Canal with family and friends. He is survived by his daughters Susan M. (Lescault) Keshen of Monroe, MI and Pamela J. Lescault of Annapolis, MD, Susan’s husband Edward N. Keshen and their young children Abigail and Edward J. He is also survived by his partner Sharon Barton and her children Daniel, Stephanie and Joshua Coots of East Bridgewater. Richard leaves behind his former wife Linda (Neil) of 34 years, his mother Helen and late father Adelard Lescault of Hyannis, brothers James Lescault of South Attleboro and Paul Lescault of West Barnstable, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. According to Richard’s wishes there will not be a service or funeral. Richard (Dickie, Cuz, Richie) wishes you to celebrate your life with warm thoughts and memories of times shared together. Donations may be made to your favorite charity in Richard’s name.

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Mrs. Barbara W. (Boyle) Spencer, of Raynham and formerly of West Bridgewater, died unexpectedly Saturday, May 16 in the Brigham and Womens Hospital, Boston, following a brief illness. She was born 71 years ago in Santa Barbara, Calif., the daughter of the late Walter and Mary (Trainor) Boyle. She was educated in Quincy, Ma., and received her Bachelor’s Degree from Regis College in Weston. Prior to her retirement, Barbara had been employed at State Street Bank, Quincy, for 5 years. She was previously employed at the Factory Mutual Insurance Co. in Norwood for 10 years. She was a member of the General Federation of Womens Clubs, and the Sociable Seniors of St. Ann’s Church in Raynham. Barbara enjoyed visiting the Raynham Senior Center, the Raynham Athletic Club, she loved the beach, water aerobics with her friends, traveling, reading and spending time with her four beautiful grandchildren, as well as with her beloved dog, Cody. She was a communicant of St. Ann’s Parish in Raynham. She leaves: 1 daughter: Michele (Spencer) Rodrigue and her husband, Marc of Raynham; 4 grandchildren: Emilee, Aimee, Haylee, and Lilee Rodrigue, and several nieces and nephews. Barbara was also the sister of the late Walter, Robert and Raymond Boyle. Visiting Hours will be held at The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home, 467 Bay Street, Taunton, on Monday, May 25 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will follow at 7:00 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

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