Obituary: Matthew J. McSweeney

Matthew J. McSweeney, at 28
Matthew “Matty” J. McSweeney, 28, of Braintree, formerly of Hull, died July 7, after a courageous, 11-year battle with cancer.
Mr. McSweeney was passionate about golf and was a dedicated golf instructor. He enjoyed spending time with friends and his huge family. Well-dressed and admired, he brought a smile to those he met.
He was the precious and devoted son of Maria Dangora McSweeney of Braintree and John M. McSweeney Jr. of Yarmouth Port; he was also the loving and loyal brother of Mark J. McSweeney and his wife, Lisa, and adoring uncle of his twin nephews, Owen and Aiden, all of New Hampshire. He was the affectionate grandson of the late Frank S. Dangora Sr. and Phyllis Cuddy Dangora of Cohasset and John M. McSweeney Sr. and MaryJane Wells McSweeney of Hyannis. Mr. McSweeney also leaves many extended family members who meant so much to him.
As it is simply not possible to forget someone of his character, tenacity, and charm, he will be remembered.
A celebration of his life is scheduled for 1p.m. on July 21 at South Shore Baptist Church, 578 Main St., Hingham. After the service, there will be time for friends to pay their respects to Matthew and his family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating toward his memorial at the Matthew McSweeney Go Fund Me page.

Obituary: Sharon Lewis

Sharon Lewis, at 67
Following a courageous battle with breast cancer, Sharon (Callahan) Lewis died July 5 in Melbourne, Fla. She was 67.
A 1968 graduate of Hull High School, Ms. Lewis also spent part of her youth in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, where her father, Leo Callahan, was stationed with the U.S. Navy. Growing up in both locations gave Ms. Lewis a lifelong love of the ocean and a passion for long walks along the beach, an activity she continued during her sessions of chemotherapy.
Ms. Lewis attended the Massachusetts College of Art and enjoyed painting throughout her life; she was especially skilled at portraitures.
Always interested in new and varied experiences, Ms. Davis lived and worked in Nevada, Washington state, and Tel Aviv, Israel. While working at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, she had the opportunity to work with numerous celebrities, including Frank Sinatra. In later years she returned to Hull to live with her mother, Eileen Callahan, before moving to Florida, where she spent her last three years.    
Ms. Lewis is survived by her mother, Eileen Callahan, of Hull; her brother, Michael Callahan, and sister-in-law, Marion Callahan, of Palm Bay, Fla.; her aunts, Marguerite Footit, of Wareham, and Joyce Foley, of Medfield; a niece, Emily Giuggio, of Framingham; and a nephew, Patrick Callahan, of Georgia; in addition to innumerable cousins who loved her dearly.
In accordance with Ms. Lewis’s wishes, her remains will return to the ocean that was so much a part of her life. Following cremation, her ashes will be scattered into the water off Pemberton Point.

Obituary: Ralph Ferrara

Ralph Ferrara, at 89
Ralph Ferrara, 89, of Hull, died July 2.
He was born in Cambridge and was a musician and an entertainer, a builder, a World War II U.S. Navy veteran, and the patriarch of a great Italian family. He was best known as the leader of the “Ralph Ferro Trio,” which entertained all across the region. 
He leaves his wife of 66 years Marie (Daley) Ferrara, of Cambridge; his daughters, Elisa Ferrara-Jordan and her husband Thomas, of Longmeadow; Mia Ferrara, of Cambridge; and Cara Ferrara Ingraham and her husband Michael, of Southampton. He also leaves his dear grandchildren: Jonathan, Justin and Jason Jordan; and Amanda, Adrianna, and Ashley Ferrara. He was predeceased by his sisters, Louise Fabiano, Mary DellaGatta, and Frances Tocci. 
The interment will be private.

Obituary: Daniel F. Evans

Daniel F. Evans, at 91
Daniel F. Evans, of Hull, formerly of Cambridge, died July 9. He was 91.
Mr. Evans proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He went on to have a successful career with the city of Cambridge in the public works department and waste management. He was also a constable and notary public for the city.
Mr. Evans was a life member of the Weymouth Elks, serving as past trustee and chairman of the Investigations Committee, American Legion Post 120 in Hingham, North American Hunting Club, North American Fishing Club, National Rifle Association, and member of the Destroyer Escort Association. He will be dearly missed.
He was the husband of the late Frances (Ryan) Evans and is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Ginny; devoted father of Nancy Clerkin and her husband Paul, of Hingham; Daniel F. Evans Jr. and his wife, Kristen; Jane Evans and her partner, Mike Lyons; and Bryan Evans and his wife, Deborah, all of Hull.
He was the loving brother of Helen Latanowich, of Somerville, and the late Gladys Mello, Pearl Driscoll, Gussie Spingel, Mary Kersulis, and Tom, Edward, and Robert Evans. He was the cherished Papa of Ryan, Matthew, Leigh Ann, DJ, Elena, Bryce, Rylie, Hannah, great-granddaughter Madison, and great-grandson Evan. Mr. Evans also is survived by many nieces and nephews.
His funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Ann’s Church, Hull, at 10 a.m. Friday, followed by burial at Hull Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Robert A. Mamis

Robert A. Mamis, at 83
Robert Alexander Mamis, 83, of Weymouth and formerly of Hull, died Sunday, June 25. 
Born and raised in Newton, Mr. Mamis graduated from Wesleyan College and enjoyed a successful career as a journalist, writing for Boston, Newsweek, and Sail magazines. He was a senior writer at Inc. magazine for many years. 
Mr. Mamis was a talented photojournalist, having shot covers for Boston magazine and taken the photographs and written accompanying text for feature stories in many tennis and golf magazines. He authored “When to Sell: Inside Strategies for Stock-Market Profits” in 1977, along with his brother, Justin Mamis. The book is still sold on Amazon.
Mr. Mamis also  was an accomplished violinist and played fiddle for a band called “The Mother Bay State Entertainers,” which produced an album and frequently played at Club 47 in Cambridge during the 1960s and 1970s. 
For many years, he lived in Hull on the former 1879 Boston Yacht Club property at 63 Highland Ave. He was an avid sailor and kept his 34-foot sailboat, Fido, moored 100 yards from his home. He and his wife, Clare, spent many summers sailing the coast of Maine, his favorite sailing grounds. He also traveled broadly in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Mr. Mamis was an avid Hullonian who loved living on the ocean. He served a term on the Hull Light Board in the 1990s.
He leaves his wife, Clare Demarest; his daughter, Tanya Mamis, of Brookline; his son, Timothy Mamis, of Newton; his stepchildren, Aidan Demarest, of Los Angeles; Leslie Maysak, of Washington, D.C.; and Patti Demarest, of Bristol, R.I.; and 12 grandchildren.
A private family gathering will celebrate his life. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the charity of your choice. 

Obituary: Matthew Duggan

Matthew Duggan, at 86
Matthew Duggan of Hull, formerly of Dorchester, died unexpectedly on June 26. He was 86. 
Mr. Duggan came to the United States from Galway, Ireland, when he was 25 years old to play his beloved sport of Irish hurling. He loved to dance; he met the love of his life, Ann Marie (“Nancy”) Flaherty, at a dance at the Hiberian Hall in West Roxbury. They married and raised their family in Dorchester. 
Mr. Duggan worked for the Carmen’s Union Local 589 for many years. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, trips to the casino, a pint of Guinness at the pub, gardening, and – of course – sports, especially hurling. Mr. Duggan was one of the founding fathers of Fr. Tom Burke’s Hurling Club, which originated in 1958. He also enjoyed singing; his favorites were Johnny Cash songs. Proud of his Irish roots, he cherished his trips back to the old country. 
Faith and family were the cornerstones of all that was truly important to Mr. Duggan. He will be remembered as a true gentleman, with a great sense of humor and quick Irish wit. He will be sadly missed by all those who were blessed to have known him. 
The beloved husband of the late Ann Marie Duggan, he was the devoted father of Matthew J. Duggan, of Hull; brother of Nellie Duggan and Sally Farragher, both of Ireland, and the late Mary Greally and Martin, Paddy, Walter, and Daniel Duggan. He was cherished Pops to Matthew J. Duggan Jr., and his fiancée, Samantha Fletcher, of Hull; Jacqueline Gouthro, of Dorchester; and Dillon Kelley, of Plymouth; and great-grandfather of Braden McBride and Lucas Ingram. Mr. Duggan is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.  
Services have been held. Memorial donations may be made to Fr. Tom Burke Hurling Club. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences. 

Obituary: Ronald DeRosa

Ronald DeRosa, at 80
Ronald DeRosa 80, of Hull, died Sunday, July 1. 
Mr. DeRosa was a graduate of Hingham High School. He served in the Army Reserves, and worked for many years as an upholsterer for Twin City Upholsterers. 
Mr. DeRosa enjoyed fishing, lobstering, basketball, softball, and bowling, and was an avid poker player. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Hull, and took great pride in organizing the weekly summer ice cream parties at Sunset Point Vacation House. 
Beloved husband of the late Alethea (Livingstone) DeRosa; devoted father of Lisa DeRosa of Hull and her longtime companion, Eric Smith, and Ronald DeRosa and his wife, Lisa (Conran), of Framingham. He was the loving Pop-Pop of his grandson, Nicholas DeRosa. 
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. Family and friends will gather in the funeral home beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday prior to his funeral Mass at St. Ann’s Church, Hull at 10. Burial at Hull Village Cemetery will follow.
Memorial donations may be made to Hull Knights of Columbus, Council 4865, 440 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045.

Obituary: David H. Browne

David H. Browne, at 35
David Hugh Browne, of Delray Beach, Fla., formerly of Norwood and Hull, died unexpectedly June 23 at the age of 35.
He began his education in the Norwood public schools, moved to Hull and graduated from Hull High School with the Class of 2001, and finished his studies as a member of Phi Theta Kappa and graduate of Quincy College. 
For many years, Mr. Browne was a member of the Carpenters Union-Local 33, Boston. He embraced his country lovingly as a proud U.S. Navy veteran during Operation Enduring Freedom, serving aboard the USS John C. Stennis.
He was the loving father of Jayden and Joelle Browne, of Quincy; beloved son of Alan J. Browne, of Boston, and Marie (Nichols) O’Malley, of Hull; and devoted brother of Alison Browne, of Hull. He was the dedicated uncle of Brielle Browne, of Hull, and dear stepson of Charles A. O’Malley, of Hull. Mr. Browne is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. 
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 7, at 10 a.m. from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., Norwood. Interment will follow in Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 6, from 4-8 p.m. in the funeral home. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New England Center and Home for Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108, or online at www.nechv.org.

Obituary: Theodora Bornheim

Theodora Bornheim, at 88
Theodora (Cobb) Bornheim, a longtime Hull resident, entered into eternal rest June 14, after a brief illness. She was 88.
Mrs. Bornheim, who was known as “Teddy,” was born in Hull to the late Franklin and Elizabeth Cobb. She spent her childhood in Hull and Florida and graduated from Hingham High School with the class of 1948. She married her high school classmate, James (“Jim”) H. Bornheim. 
After graduation, Mrs. Bornheim was employed as a volunteer Red Cross ambulance driver and also worked at the Hull Post Office at Anastos Corner. For many years, she was actively involved with the family business, Nantasket Beach Hardware, formerly Anastos Hardware.
After raising her beloved children, Mrs. Bornheim traveled extensively with her husband through Florida and California during his business assignments. 
She enjoyed her home by the ocean with her fragrant and colorful rose gardens and enjoyed watching the colorful birds come to the bird feeder.
After retirement, Mrs. Bornheim would spend the winter with her husband on the beaches of Fort Lauderdale, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, and Miami Shores in Florida. Side by side, the couple shared a love that endured nearly 60 years. Mr. Bornheim predeceased his wife.
Mrs. Bornheim is survived by her three loving sons: Eric, and his partner Daniel Frazier; Mark, and his wife Carolyn; and Kurt, and his wife Renee, all of Hull. She also leaves three grandchildren: Lauren, Evan, and Jeffrey Sullivan; her beloved sister, Anna Marie Cobb Shaheen, of Hingham; and a nephew, Jeffrey Shaheen, and his wife, Merideth, of Hull. She was the aunt of the late Joey Shaheen.
Services will be private. 

Obituary: Janet R. Phillips

Janet R. Phillips, at 79
Janet R. (Pickering) Decker Phillips, of Hull, died June 22 at the age of 79.
She lived in Brockton for many years and graduated from Brockton High School, class of 1957. Mrs. Phillips then moved to Hull, where she had lived for the past 48 years. She retired from the Rockland Trust Co. in 2004. 
Mrs. Phillips loved spending time with her family at the beach, watching the Boston Red Sox, and doing puzzles. 
Mrs. Phillips was predeceased by her husbands, James Decker and Richard “Skip” Phillips. She was the cherished mother of Debra Chase and her husband, Richard; Laura Murphy and her husband, Jason; Linda Alexander, and her husband, Glenn; Nancy Doucette and her husband, Phillip; and Dr. Karen Phillips and her husband, Steven Lofgren, all of Hull. She also was the loving grandmother of Brian Chase, Christina, Aidan, and Paige Murphy, John and Ben Alexander, and Tristan, Colby, and Charley Lofgren; she was also great-grandmother of Anabelle Chase. She was the sister of Charles Pickering, and his wife Dorothy, of West Bridgewater; Arlene Koufos, of East Bridgewater; and Carol Brides, of South Dakota. She also is survived by many nieces and nephews.
Her funeral Mass will be held today (June 28) at 10 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church. Memorial donations may be made to Friends of Hull Scouting, Inc. P.O. Box 14, Hull MA 02045. 
For online condolences, please visit www.downingchapel.com.

Obituary: Rosemary Parsons

Rosemary Parsons, at 73
Rosemary (Hussey) Parsons, age 73, died peacefully on Monday, June 25.
Mrs. Parsons loved living by the ocean, traveling to Nantucket, gardening, antiquing, and crafting Nantucket baskets. She earned her associate’s degree from Quincy College after raising her children and worked as a paralegal for 15+ years. She was an avid boxing fan, and never missed watching her acclaimed Patriots on Sundays. Most of all she enjoyed watching her grandsons play soccer, tennis, hockey, and baseball, and her granddaughter perform ballet en pointe. 
Daughter of the late Katherine E. and Henry J. Hussey of Hull, she was the loving wife of 53 years to Paul D. Parsons of Hull. Cherished mother of Kimberly Zayotti and her husband, Matthew, Kristyn Therrien and her husband, Donald, all of Norwell; and of Ryan T. Parsons of Palm Springs; she was the loving Nana to Harrison and Vivien Zayotti and Connor and Jack Therrien. Mrs. Parsons also was the dear sister of Sheila Carney and Donna Sullivan and her husband, Jeri, all of Hull. She is survived by many beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends.  
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Sunday, July 1, from 4-8 p.m. at the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. Her funeral Mass will be held at St. Ann’s Church, Hull on Monday, July 2, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow, at Hull Village Cemetery.  
Memorial donations may be made to Norwell Boosters Foundation, 18 South St., Norwell, MA 02061 or www.norwellboosters.org/donate/.
See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.  

Obituary: Joyce S. Olsen

Joyce S. Olsen, at 74
Joyce Sarah (Cole) Olsen, of Hingham, died on Sunday, June 17, at the age of 74. 
Mrs. Olsen was born in Providence, R.I., and was the daughter of the late Lateefy and Stephen Cole. She lived in Hull and graduated from Hull High School before moving to Hingham, where she made her home for more than 50 years. 
Beloved wife of the late Robert Bruce Olsen, she was the loving mother of Richard E. Olsen, of Weymouth; Michael R. Olsen, of Hingham; and Stacey M. Kehoe and her husband, Jody Sr., of Cohasset; cherished grandmother of Sarah, Samantha, and Jody Jr.; sister of Doreen L. Cole and the late Andrew, Stephen, and Joan Cole. 
Her funeral service will be held at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel on Friday, June 29, at 11 a.m. Interment will immediately follow the funeral service, in St. Paul Cemetery, Hingham. 
Memorial donations may be made to any of the following organizations: Boys Town, Home for Little Wanderers, or St. Jude’s. For additional information and online condolences, please visit www.downingchapel.com.

Obituary: Vincent Cogliano

Vincent Cogliano, at 54
Vincent “Vinny” Cogliano, of Hull, died surrounded by his family at the Pat Roche Hospice in Hingham on June 14. He was 54.
Mr. Cogliano was a graduate of Hull High School and Franklin Institute in Boston, where he earned his master plumber’s license. He served the community as owner of Cogliano Plumbing and Heating for 25 years. 
He loved spending time with family, boating, fishing, pranking all year long, playing eight-ball billiards with the members of “Dropt,” and riding alongside his children in the MS bike ride for team Pep’s Peddlers. He also enjoyed his time as a member of the BC High Fathers Group and four-wheeling in his Jeep.
Raised in Hull, Mr. Cogliano was the son of Terri (DiVito) and the late Vincent; and the proud father of V. Michael and his wife, Joan, and Mia Elizabeth, all of Hull; the brother of Donna Cogliano of Scituate, Chris and Joe Kinnally of Hull, and Ann and Paul Doherty, of Burlington. He also leaves his in-laws, Katie O’Sullivan, Jean and Doug MacMillan, Maryellen and Larry Concannon, Teresa and Richard Williams, Danno and Susan O’Sullivan, Kathy and Danny Gardner, and Mark and Eileen O’Sullivan; his special godchildren, John “Danny” Roberts, Marissa Kinnally, and Aidan Gardner; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. 
Services have been held. His family would like to thank Dr. Jeffrey Clark and the wonderful staff at the Tucker Gosnell Center for Gastrointestinal Cancer at Massachusetts General Hospital. 
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-1905. For online condolences, visit www.cotafuneralhomes.com.

Obituary: Christopher M. Saturno

Christopher M. Saturno, 49
Christopher M. Saturno died June 9. He was 49.  
Mr. Saturno was an avid Boston sports fan. His all-time favorite teams were the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots. He spent countless hours walking Nantasket Beach and enjoying the ocean. 
Mr. Saturno happily traveled to anywhere and everywhere he was able; he especially enjoyed the Grand Canyon. He was an animal lover and had a special place in his heart for dogs. He will be sadly missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Beloved son of Diane Saturno of Hull and the late Salvatore Saturno, he was the cherished brother of Michael Saturno and his wife, Donna, of Plymouth; and Shawn Saturno and his girlfriend, Paula, of Hull, along with her children Sean, Shannon, and Ciara.  He was the loving nephew of Phyllis, Kathy, Libby, and Bobby. Mr. Saturno also is survived by several cousins and many dear friends. 
Services were private. Memorial donations may be made to the National Organization For Rare Disorders, 55 Kenosia Ave., Danbury, CT 06810.  See www.Keohane.com for online condolences. 

Obituary: Theodore Craig

Theodore Craig, at 90
Theodore “Ted” Craig died June 13 at age 90. 
Mr. Craig was a Navy veteran of World War II. A longtime resident of Hull, he also spent many years wintering in Marco Island, Fla. 
He started his working career installing antennas and later moved his way up to become the owner of an audio-visual company. He enjoyed boating, playing golf, and walking the beach. His main passion in life was his family and spending time with those he loved
He was the beloved husband of 68 years to Gertrude Craig of Hull and beloved father of Jeannie Craig, and her husband, Kevin Brandt, of New Hampshire; Jim Craig, and his wife, Marianne, of Hingham; Susan Craig, and her husband, Giuliano Zanetti, of Italy; Cheryl Ryan, of Quincy; Joe Craig, and his wife, Maryellen, of Marshfield; and Rick Craig, and his wife, Cathy, of Hull. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Last surviving of eight siblings, Mr. Craig also leaves many nieces, nephews, and extended friends.
Services have been held. Memorial donations may be made to The Pat Roche Hospice House, 86 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham, MA 02043. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences. 

Obituary: Angeliki Booras

Angeliki Booras, at 66
Angeliki Booras, a loving mother and grandmother, died peacefully surrounded by family on June 14, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 66.
Mrs. Booras, fondly remembered as “Kiki,” was born in Kalamata, Greece, in 1952 and raised alongside three beloved younger sisters. She immigrated to the United States in 1972 after marrying her adoring husband, Peter. 
Mrs. Booras dedicated herself to her family and her church.  Her outgoing and caring nature gave her many loyal friendships, which she carefully cultivated throughout her life.  Over the years she nurtured and raised four loving children in Hull and then in Cohasset. Her family was her pride and joy. 
She was an avid cook, baker, and cake decorator. Mrs. Booras taught by example the importance of a love that is both tireless and unconditional. She was more than a devoted parishioner of the Panagia Greek Orthodox Church in Cohasset. She was a Greek school teacher for many years as well as president of the Church Philoptochos Society. Most especially, she was honored for her great generosity with her time and talent by the Metropolis of Boston in 2009 when she was granted the Ministry Award. 
Mrs. Booras was a very specially involved “Yia-Yia” to her seven grandchildren: Kaliandra, Leo, Max, Orlando, Elizabeth, Charles, and Audrey. She never passed up an opportunity to spend time with them. 
She is also survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Peter Booras; and four children: Dan Booras and his wife, Lara, of Norwell; Chrissy Vittorini and her husband, Jason, of Hingham; Bill Booras and his wife, Jessie, of Cohasset; and Peter Booras, of Maine.  
She also leaves her beloved mother, Marigoula, and her three sisters, Ariadne, Aleka, and Eleni, of Greece. Mrs. Booras leaves many adoring nieces and nephews, as well as her vast network of friends gathered over the years. Most especially, she leaves more beautiful memories than there are stars in the sky. 
Services have been held. Memorial donations may be made to the Panagia Greek Orthodox Church Community Center Building Fund, 811 Jerusalem Rd., Cohasset, MA 02025.  
For an online guestbook, please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com

Obituary: Vincenzo Magnoli Jr.

Vincenzo Magnoli Jr., at 82
Vincenzo “Vinnie” Magnoli Jr. of Sunrise, Fla., formerly of Hull, died June 5. He was 82 and had waged a long and courageous battle with cancer. 
Born and raised in Hingham, Mr. Magnoli served in the U.S. Navy and worked as a carpenter until retiring to Florida in 1992.
He leaves his devoted wife of 54 years, Martha (Sheehan) Magnoli; his children, Vincenzo Magnoli III, and his wife, Cynthia, and Angela Magnoli, all of Hull; grandchildren Nicholas Magnoli, Anthony Magnoli, and Samantha Coleman; and great-grandchildren Liam and Noah Magnoli. Mr. Magnoli is also survived by sisters Violet D’Antonio and Marjorie O’Brien. He was the brother of the late Francis Magnoli, Lucy Morin, Natalie Magnoli, and Virginia Clinton. 
Interment will be at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne, at a future date. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no memorial service.

Obituary: Jonathan F. Peters

Jonathan F. Peters, at 50
Surrounded by loving family, Jonathan Frederick Peters of Hull died June 4 at Massachusetts General Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was 50.
He grew up in Bridgewater, graduated from Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, and attended Colby College and Bridgewater State University. However, his favorite place was Nantasket Beach, where he and his wife, Pamela Pattavina, lived for 18 years. 
Mr. Peters spent his career in health care, forming close friendships along the way. People who had the chance to know him would describe him as empathetic, creative, thoughtful, and always thinking of others. Mr. Peters was a good gift-giver and the kind of guy you would call if you got a flat tire at 2 a.m. and needed a spare. He’d shop-vac your flash-flooded basement while you were out of town and never ask for a thank you. He never forgot the vegetarians at Thanksgiving. He grew river irises and beautiful peonies and had just started a koi pond; he loved gardening. 
In addition to his wife, Pamela J. Pattavina, of Hull, Mr. Peters leaves his children: Sydney Peters, Joshua Peters, Danielle Pattavina, Amanda Pattavina, Neela Ryan, John Pattavina, Oliver Pattavina, and Hunter Pattavina. He was the grandfather of Olive Frederick Ryan and Isabel Pattavina Habeeb. He is also survived by sisters, Christine Schultz and Rebecca LaGrasta, and a brother, Hal Peters. 
His funeral service was held Monday at Trinity Episcopal Church in Bridgewater, with burial at Mount Prospect Cemetery. In lieu of traditional flower arrangements, please consider contributing a commemorative outdoor plant to the garden Mr. Peters started. For online guestbook, visit www.ccgfuneralhome.com.

Obituary: Margaret L. Rand

Margaret L. Rand, at 66
Margaret L. (Mitchell) Rand died June 8, at age 66, after a year-long, courageous battle with brain cancer. 
Proudly born and raised in Hull Village, the woman everyone knew as Peggy loved this small beach community. While raising her three children, she held many roles within the community, including as a member of the Hull Parent Teacher Organization, Hull Boosters Club, and St. Ann’s Parish, volunteering at school book fairs, and running the snack shack for the Hull Little League, just to name a few. 
For more than 25 years, she provided in-home day care for countless numbers of Hull families. She loved each of those children as her own and was proud to attend their graduations and weddings and to meet their children in recent years. Mrs.  Rand also owned Cakes By Peggy and worked at Schooner’s and South Shore Hospital. In her last few years she enjoyed working at The Inn at Scituate Harbor. 
Mrs. Rand enjoyed gardening, entertaining, sewing, baking, traveling, watching beautiful Hull sunsets, being on the beach with her friends, and rooting for her beloved Boston teams. Most of all, she enjoy spending time with her pride and joy, her grandchildren. Her warm, kind, gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
The beloved wife of George T. Rand Jr. for 44 years and treasured daughter of William G. Mitchell of Hull and the late Irene (Dunphy) Mitchell, she was the cherished mother of Julie Foster and her husband, Michael, and Kathryn Rand, all of Hull, and Christopher Rand of Hanover. She was the loving Mimi of Joseph Bradley and Olivia, Isla, and Finley Rand; she also was the dear sister of Betty Ann Doherty and her husband, Wayne, of Whitman; Kathryn Mitchell, of Scituate; Jack Mitchell and his wife, Leigh, of Scituate; and Marie Mitchell, of Norwell. Mrs. Rand is also survived by many beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, and devoted friends. 
Her funeral Mass at St. Ann’s Church is scheduled for this morning – Thursday, June 14 – at 11 a.m. Burial will take place at Hull Village Cemetery. 
Memorial donations may be made to the Emma Ryan Memorial Scholarship Fund, 562 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Thomas F. Wall Jr.

Thomas F. Wall Jr., at 72
Thomas F. Wall Jr., of Hull, died June 6, after a long illness. He was 72.
An Air Force veteran, he later served as a constable for the city of Boston and then worked in the Street Lighting Division of the Boston Public Works Department.  
Mr. Wall was supreme director of Region 1 for the Order of Alhambra, which focuses on charity work for disabled children, and happily served as a loyal member. He also was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus and served as a colonel in the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.
After he retired, Mr. Wall enjoyed his days as a greeter at daily Mass at the Glastonbury Abbey in Hingham. 
He had a lifelong love of animals, which he shared with his daughter, bringing her to various petting farms and to see the goats at the abbey. In his younger days, he would bring home various stray dogs, cats, and even squirrels.
Mr. Wall loved to shop and drive all over the country. He would give the shirt off his back to any family member or friend. He was very generous with his family, friends, and those he didn’t even know. He will be missed by many and was loved by all.
Mr. Wall is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Susan; and his daughter, Deborah, and son-in-law, Mark J. Lucreziano, of Hull. He is also survived by his uncle, George Yered, of Needham; his cousin, Joseph Geary, of Weymouth; many extended family members and friends; and his precious cats: Milo, Miss Muffin, and Tom Kitten.
Visiting hours will be held at Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel, 21 Pond St., Hingham, on Friday, June 15, from 5-8 p.m. His funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Glastonbury Abbey, 16 Hull St., Hingham, on Saturday at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Order of Alhambra, 4200 Leeds Ave., Baltimore, MD 21229, or Glastonbury Abbey, 16 Hull St., Hingham MA 02043, would be appreciated.
For additional information and online condolences, please visit www.downingchapel.com.