Obituary: Anne Francis Pinkham

Anne Francis Pinkham

Anne Francis Pinkham (Sweeney) passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Monday, March 27, 2023, after a long battle with breast cancer.

She was the loving mother of Jamie Thompson and her husband, Sean Thompson, of Kingston; beloved daughter of the late Hugh J. Sweeney and Marie G. Purtell; devoted sister of the late Hugh Sweeney and his wife, Dianne Sweeney, of Vermont, Jane Sweeney of Quincy, Eileen Howell and her husband, David Howell, of Stoughton, and the late Michael Sweeney of Quincy. Cherished Grammy of Gisella, Cruz, and Mason Narda, and Brooke, Lucas, and Hayden Thompson. She also leaves behind her three grand-dogs, Lucy, Daisy, and Teddy, who brought her so much happiness in her final years. Ms. Pinkham also is lovingly survived by many friends, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Ms. Pinkham was born and raised in Westwood and lived in Quincy before settling in Hull, where she would spend the majority of her life. She attended Northeastern University and graduated from the New England School of Photography.

She had a deep love for the beach and collecting sea glass. She lived a life of service, working for those in need throughout her life, including the Shattuck Hospital, Father Bill’s, Victory, Hope Found Boston, and Wellspring. She was passionate about helping people, always offering a hand and never accepting anything in return. Ms. Pinkham fought tirelessly for 13 years, never giving up hope, and despite her pain, always made those around her smile and laugh. Her circle of friends was vast, as her kind spirit and delightful sense of humor naturally drew people in. She enjoyed her daily commute to Boston through Hull Gut, having a Rolling Rock at Jo’s Nautical, her favorite small-town bar, or celebrating with friends after the annual winter charity Drowned Hogs plunge, which benefits Wellspring. She will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure to have known her.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of life service on Saturday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St, Rockland. There will be a life celebration following the service.

Donations in memory of Ms. Pinkham can be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Center and Research. 

Obituary: Edward M. Burns, Jr.

Edward M. Burns, Jr., at 65

Edward M. “Ted” Burns Jr., of Duxbury, formerly of Hingham and Hull, died peacefully at the Pat Roche Hospice Home in Hingham on March 28, 2023. He was 65.

Mr. Burns was born in Boston on March 5, 1958. He was raised in Winchester, attended local schools, and graduated from Winchester High School with the Class of 1977. Mr. Burns continued his education at Merrimack College, where he earned his undergraduate degree in marketing. 

Mr. Burns’s career was in telecommunications as a sales executive with AT&T for 25 years, and then at Granite Telecommunications in Quincy until he retired in 2023. In his spare time, he enjoyed his work as a limousine driver for JB Livery in Weymouth, where he made many close friendships. He loved his career and all the relationships he built throughout the years. 

Mr. Burns was content with the simple things in life. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed spending time at home with Judy, the love of his life. Sweets were Mr. Burns’s guilty pleasure, and dessert was always a staple when he went to dinner, and he loved to dine out often. In 2021, Ted and Judy took up golfing together, which they enjoyed very much. 

Mr. Burns loved listening to music, and his favorite genre was classic rock. Some of his favorite musicians were Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny, Eric Clapton, and George Harrison. 

Mr. Burns always saw the good in everyone. He was a true gentleman and chivalry was second nature to him. Mr. Burns was known for always being polite, kind, playful, and humble. His life lessons and example are part of his legacy that continues through his family and friends. He will be missed by all the lives he touched. 

Mr. Burns was a cherished son of Abigail (Kane) Rubino of Hull and the late Edward M. Burns, who died in 2003. He was the beloved partner of Judy L. Rossi of Duxbury. Mr. Burns was the father of Paige Roche and her husband, Brian, of Boston and Alexandria Burns of Boston. He had five siblings and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. 

Visiting hours were held on Wednesday; his funeral service will be celebrated privately, and he will be interred privately in St. Paul’s Cemetery in Hingham.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Burns’s name may be sent to the Pat Roche Hospice Home, 86 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham, MA 02043 or the Mass. General Cancer Center, MGH Development Office, 125 Nashua St., Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114 or made online at https://giving.massgeneral.org/donate; please be sure to indicate that the gift is a tribute gift in memory of Edward M. “Ted” Burns Jr.

Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Brian Lauzon

Brian Lauzon, at 67

Brian Lauzon, a longtime resident of Hull, passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 19, 2023. He was 67.

Mr. Lauzon was born in Ottawa, Canada to Beverly (O’Connor) and Raymond Lauzon. His family moved from Canada to the U.S. in the early 1960s. He grew up in Weymouth and graduated from Weymouth High School. Mr. Lauzon always had a passion for cooking that stemmed from childhood. He had worked in restaurants across the South Shore since his high school years and owned his own restaurant at one time. Recently, he worked as the sous and assistant executive chef at Raffael’s in the South Shore Country Club since the early 1990s. 

Mr. Lauzon took his passion for cooking home and was always happiest cooking for his wife, Jan, and their family. When he wasn’t in the kitchen, he loved to travel with Jan, especially if there was a beach and warm weather involved. Mr. Lauzon also had a passion for music and belonged to a band called Maze. He was their drummer, and the band gained some serious local popularity, having the Ramones open for them. In his down time, he tended to his fish tank at home that hosted a variety of saltwater fish. They were all named by Brian and Jan and were their pets.

Mr. Lauzon was extremely kind, genuine, talented and will be missed deeply by all who knew him.

Beloved husband of 11 years of Jan Lauzon of Hull. Loving brother of Kim Wieners and her husband, Mike, of Hull. Cherished uncle of Stephanie and Melanie Wieners and great uncle of McKenzie, all of Hull, and uncle of Jan’s nieces Sierra, Jasmine Fox (Daniel) from Florida and great nephews Miles and Issac, who brought so much joy on vacation with them three weeks ago. He is also survived by his cousins Cheryl (Neil), Jo-Anne (Mark), Suzie (Johnny), and Glenn (Trisha), who were not only cousins but sisters and brothers. 

Visiting hours were held on Thursday, March 30 at the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home in Hingham.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mr. Lauzon may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Joan G. Maguire

Joan G. Maguire, at 94

Joan G. (Alibrandi) Maguire of Hull died at home on March 19, 2023 at the age of 94.

Mrs. Maguire was proud to have grown up in Somerville, where she graduated from Somerville High School in 1946. Her husband’s career brought their family to Pennsylvania, where they lived for six years and made many lifelong friends before moving permanently to Hull in 1967.

For a number of years, Mrs. Maguire waitressed at several South Shore restaurants, including Lokie’s in Cohasset and Page’s on Hingham Harbor. Mrs. Maguire enjoyed traveling with her husband and baking for her family. In later years, she enjoyed her home and sitting on her front porch doing Word Search and greeting her neighbors. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her loving family. 

She was the wife of the late Robert F. Maguire, loving mother of Jean Kinnear and her husband, Thomas, of Hull, Thomas E. Maguire and his wife, Michele, of Sudbury, and Carol Maguire of Hull and her significant other, Steve Robichaud and his caring children. Proud Nana of Elizabeth, Kaileigh, and Anne Maguire. Also survived by her loving cousin, Carol, her special niece, Kathy, several nephews and nieces, and many cousins and friends near and far. 

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. Funeral service will be celebrated on Friday, March 24 at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial in Mt. Wollaston Cemetery, Quincy.

Donations in memory of Mrs. Maguire may be made to Norwell Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice, 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell, MA 02061. Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Lawrence J. Baird

Lawrence J. Baird, at 75

On Friday, March 10, 2023, Lawrence J. Baird, 75, passed away while in hospice care at his home in Buckland, Mass. 

Originally from Mattapan, he lived in Hull for 30 years. Mr. Baird’s life was full of adventure, music, travel, love, and laughter.

He was always active. He volunteered at the Shelburne Falls Senior Center, practiced and taught Iyengar Yoga, kept the beat for the Waves of Rhythm, and loved tending to his garden and cooking. He will be missed and remembered by his family and friends.

Mr. Baird is survived by his wife of 55 years, Irene, their children Michelle and her wife Rosa, Daniel and his wife Nichole, and their grandchildren William and Oliver. He was a devoted husband, a wonderful Dad, and he loved being Papa to his grandchildren.

In lieu of a service, there will be a memorial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Pioneer Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 329 Conway St., Suite 2, Greenfield, MA 01301, to thank them for their dedicated care of Mr. Baird.

Obituary: Barbara Haley

Barbara Haley

Barbara Haley passed away recently in Jupiter, Fla. She formerly lived in Cambridge, Concord, and Hull, and is survived by her husband, Thomas, son Brian of Coppell, Tex., and daughter Ellen Rand and her husband, Kevin, of Jupiter, Fla. 

She was a wonderful wife, great mother, and fantastic cook. Among other things, she was a good shot with a rifle, played ice hockey, and loved her family, beautiful Nantasket Beach, and the many friends she made along the way. Mrs. Haley was employed for many years as a teacher’s aide for Lincoln Public Schools on the Hanscom AFB campus.

Services were private in Florida.

Obituary: Steven Quint

Steven Quint, at 83

Steven Quint, a loving husband, father, and partner, of Florida, a former longtime resident of Hull, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023, at 83.

Born on Jan. 25, 1940, in New York, he was the son of the late Joel and Rose “Peggie” Quint. He spent most of his childhood and teenage years growing up in Newton. After high school, Mr. Quint served in the Coast Guard for several years. In 1976, he started his own business selling CB radios to his friends in his living room. Eventually, he grew his company into one of the largest marine and boating catalog retailers in the country. In addition, he had a successful career in real estate development.

Mr. Quint had a passion for the ocean and the outdoors. He owned multiple boats throughout the years and enjoyed both shallow-water and deep-sea fishing. Mr. Quint also had a passion for drag racing that began in his teens. That passion continued throughout the years, and in his 60s, he owned a drag racing team with two cars. He also enjoyed clay shooting, which simulates hunting birds in flight. He drove 80 miles twice a week to go clay shooting with friends.

Mr. Quint is survived by his partner, Judy, his sons and grandchildren. He was predeceased in death by his three wives, Millie, Harrie, and Kathy.

A graveside funeral service was held at Hull Village Cemetery on March 12. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

Obituary: Sharon Ann Palladino

Sharon Ann Palladino, at 72

Sharon Ann (Rivers) Palladino, 72, of Hull, passed peacefully on Dec. 24, 2022, surrounded by loving family at her home, which she shared with her loving husband of 54 years, Henry P. (Rick) Palladino.

Mrs. Palladino was born on Oct.19, 1950 and grew up in Rockland. She moved to Hull after she met her husband and was a resident of Hull for more than 50 years. She worked as a lead wirer at Russelectric in Hingham for many years.

She was the adored daughter of Mary Neary and Robert Rivers, and was raised by her mother and stepfather, Harroll Kosonen. Mrs. Palladino was the sister of Karyl Berg and her husband, Steve, of Goffstown, N.H., William Kosonen and his wife, Peg, of Weymouth, and John Rivers of Rockland. She was predeceased by her two brothers, Christopher Kosonen and Steven Kosonen, and by her youngest daughter, Terry Palladino.

She leaves behind her husband, Henry Palladino, and their two children, Richard Palladino of Gilbert, Ariz., and Lisa Merlin and her husband, Steve, of Acton, Maine. She was blessed with five nephews, five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. She made many friends with her wit and charm as a Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club member.

She was happiest on their boat, the “SHAR II.” She loved the ocean, lobster dinners, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren always made her smile.

Donations in Mrs. Palladino’s name can be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. All are welcome to the graveside service at Hull Village Cemetery on March 14 at 11a.m., followed by a celebration of life held at the Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club at noon.

For additional information and the online guestbook, visit www.downingchapel.com.

Obituary: William B. Cross

William B. Cross, at 66

William B. Cross of Hull passed away on Jan. 30, 2023 at the age of 66.

Mr. Cross was born in Boston, raised in Hingham, and graduated from Hingham High School and the University of Maine. He leaves his children, Benjamin Cross and Jenna Cross of Hingham, his brother Dana Otis Cross of New Orleans, and his ex-wife and friend Kim Cross of Hingham. He was predeceased by his parents, Jay R. Cross and Priscilla R. (Bolles) Cross.

After a brief career in forestry management, Mr. Cross worked in purchasing and claims management, employed by Kaiser Engineers, Bechtel Engineers, the Shaw Group, and most recently, the Massachusetts School Building Authority.

Mr. Cross enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid sports fan. He participated in high school football, wrestling, and played rugby for the Worcester, South Shore, and Quincy teams. He was a lifelong sailor and a member of the Hull Yacht Club.

Family, friends, and neighbors are invited to attend a memorial to be held at The Parrot restaurant on Nantasket Avenue on March 18 from 2-5 p.m. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Cross’s name can be made to Beth Israel Cancer Vaccine and Immunotherapy Research.

For additional information and the online guestbook, visit www.downingchapel.com.

Obituary: William J. Downing, Jr.

William J. Downing, Jr., at 84

William J. Downing, Jr. died suddenly, surrounded by his family, at the age of 84 on Feb. 19, 2023. Mr. Downing was the son of the late William and Corrine (Hardy) Downing, the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Stewart) Downing (2021), and the late Maureen (Gamelin) Downing (1975). He was a longtime resident of Taunton and spent the last 20 years living in Hull.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and was a retired laborer at Local 223. He was a great dad and a great grandfather. He loved to spend time with family, keeping them all laughing. He also loved to walk and always looked forward to going out to dinner with his family. He seemed to make new friends everywhere he went; everyone would always comment how nice and funny he was.

Mr. Downing is survived by his children, Linda Kerr and husband, Michael; Laurie Tangaro and husband, John; William J. Downing III; and Christine Stevens and husband, Scott; stepchildren Beth Ronan, Rich Ronan, Tina McCarthy, Mary Kavanaugh, and Patty Anzalone. His beautiful grandchildren will forever miss him: Megan, Elizabeth, Jonathan, Courtney, Nicholas, and Kayla; not to be forgotten are his adoring 15 great- and step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Downing is survived by his sister, Marion Lawlor; brother, Charles Downing; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandson Scotty.

He leaves us surrounded by many who will keep him in their memory. 

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel, 21 Pond St., Hingham. Burial will be at 12:30 p.m. at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.

Due to floral restrictions at the national cemetery, the family requests donations be made in Mr. Downing’s name to the Taunton Animal Shelter, 821 West Water St., Taunton, MA 02780. For more information and online guestbook, visit www.downingchapel.com. 

Obituary: Robert J. Brady

Robert J. Brady, at 80

Robert Brady, formerly of Malden and Pocasset, and a Hull resident since 2001, passed away on Feb. 18, 2023 after living courageously through a 20-plus-year struggle with renal cancer. He was 80 years old.

A few of Mr. Brady’s life experiences include eight years serving in the U.S. Air Force, honorably discharged as staff sergeant, air traffic controller/negotiator for PATCO, proprietor of Air Design Systems of Cape Cod, and inductee into the Malden Catholic Athletics Hall of Fame. In retirement, he enjoyed being active in the Hull community, serving on the parking committee and volunteering as a docent at the Paragon Carousel Museum.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia; his godmother, Ag; his brother Edward, his nephew Tim, and his parents, Edward F. Brady and Elizabeth (O’Rourke).

Mr. Brady is survived by his wife, Teresa; children Michael and Angela, Lori and Chris, Sean and Julie, Christopher and Christine, and Lynne and Richard; grandchildren Abby, Tori, Jeff, Devan, Sarah, Brady, Dylan, Spencer, Reaghan, Norah, Kaila, Gavin, and Colin.

He also is survived by his brothers, sister and spouses: Jay, George and Karen, Ken and Judy, Mark and Tricia, and Noreen and John; also, cherished friend Kim and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Brady’s family is grateful to his longtime exceptional caregivers from Dwyer Home and the Norwell Visiting Nurses.

Brady, a lifelong Patriots fan, enjoyed the lore and post-game recaps. The annual brothers’ jaunt to Miami to see the Patriots play against the Dolphins was a treasured ritual. Road trips to his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events were high on his list of favorite events.

He was a lover of animals, notably his dogs, Shamrock, Kelly, Murphy, Noah, and his unique companion cat, Champ. He also was an avid observer of Eastern shore birds from his beloved home on the bay, which he designed and built. A prolific reader, he was rarely spotted without a book in his hand, and maintained a collection of hardcovers from his favorite authors.

Services will be held on Wednesday, March 1, at Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. Visitation will begin at noon, with a life celebration at 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Mr. Brady’s memory to Friends of the Paragon Carousel, PO Box 100, Hull, MA 02045 or online at www.paragoncarousel.com/donate.

Obituary: Christopher J. Clark

Christopher J. Clark, at 59

Christopher J. Clark of Weymouth passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 5, 2023 at age 59.

Mr. Clark was born in Boston and grew up in Hull. He attended Wentworth Institute of Technology after graduating high school to earn his plumber’s license. He then became an EMT and firefighter with the Hull Fire Department. In 1992, Mr. Clark began his career with Dedham Fire Department and was a longtime member of Group 2, Engine 3, and this past year was promoted to acting lieutenant on Engine 4, Group 4. 

Mr. Clark cherished his time with the Dedham Fire Department, where he was known for cooking delicious meals for the station. Outside of work, Mr. Clark loved being at the beach, sunbathing, riding his Harley Davidson and fishing on the Cape Cod Canal. You would most likely see his cousin, John Finn, by his side, as they were inseparable.

He was the beloved son of Nancy P. Clark of South Weymouth and the late Kenneth J. Clark, and is survived by sisters Cindy (Clark) Phillips of East Bridgewater and Terri-Lynn Clark of South Weymouth; three children, Ryan Clark of Hull, Kyle Clark of Hull, and Christanie Channell of Hanson. He also is survived by his many aunts and uncles, niece Madison Kajunski of Weymouth, nephew Jason Phillips of East Bridgewater, and many loving cousins. 

His funeral Mass was held at St. Ann’s Church on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Mr. Clark’s wishes were to be cremated. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Clark’s name to be made to the Lupus Foundation of New England, 290 W Boylston St., Suite 60676, Worcester, MA 01606.

Obituary: Joseph P. Baglione

Joseph P. Baglione, at 89

Joseph P. Baglione of Hull died suddenly on Feb. 9, 2023 as a result of complications following a fall. He was 89.

Mr. Baglione lived life to the fullest. He believed in hard work, as his license plate, “HRDWRK,” proclaimed. His professional life evolved gradually, beginning at the Bowdoin Color Center, a paint store, which he ran with his Uncle Phil. When he embarked on his own, he began by sanding floors and hanging wallpaper. Gradually, he accumulated the skill set needed to identify, buy, and restore distressed properties. He had the vision required for seeing the potential in a piece of property and then rehabbing it into a showpiece. Using his sense of spatial relations and design intuitiveness, he would transform the smallest studio apartment into a showcase. He later established Old Colony Associates Management Company, eventually owning and managing 200-plus units. Ownership of the apartment building at 17 Greenleaf St., Quincy, was his pride and joy.

A man of many talents, Mr. Baglione loved working on projects. He was “Mr. Fix-It” and loved to putter in his workshop repairing broken items, creating stained glass objects, and lately, making birdhouses. He enjoyed being outside. puttering in his yard, especially on his landscaping lighting; he loved the ambiance of his nighttime outside garden lights. A genuine lover of life, he was always inspired by his surroundings.

Mr. Baglione was an incredible storyteller. He could recall and describe details that brought whomever the audience was right along with him. He was easy to be with, comfortable, warm, and had an infectious laugh. He loved to cook, making soups daily, and nourished all those who were close to him. A true and faithful friend, husband, father and Nonno, who was so proud of those he loved and their accomplishments.

Mr. Baglione leaves his beloved wife, Faye; their daughter Maria Shellock, her husband Gregory and their children Hunter and Paige. Mr. Baglione was previously married to Barbara Kando Alley; they had three children: Philip, Donna, and Catherine. Philip is married to Noelle; their daughter is Abigail. Philip was previously married to June Wright Sardelli; they have two daughters, Marissa, and Sophia Almanzar, who has a son, Elian Jr. Donna is married to Kevin Haskins; Christina and Michael are their children. Catherine is married to Joe Whalen; they have a son, Shane. Mr. Baglione  also is survived by his Uncle Chuck and Aunt Viola and many cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation at Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham, on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 3 to 7 p.m. Final arrangements are private.

Obituary: Teresa Ellen Plunkett-Simon

Teresa Ellen Plunkett-Simon, at 67

Teresa Ellen Plunkett-Simon passed away on Jan. 31, 2023 surrounded by family.

She was born on Dec. 11, 1955 in Boston and raised in Randolph, where she graduated from Randolph High School. Ms. Plunkett-Simon settled in Hull, where she lived for 24 years, and retired from the New England Phone Company after more than 20 years.

Ms. Plunkett-Simon was preceded in death by her parents, Frances and Joseph Plunkett, two brothers, Joseph and Robert Plunkett, and a sister, Mary Pano. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Daniel Simon, and son, DJ Simon, both of Hull, and siblings John Plunkett of Hull and Timothy Plunkett of Abington.

She truly loved being “TT” to many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, godchildren, and extended family. Ms. Plunkett-Simon was at her happiest by the ocean with her family, at Nantasket Beach, Martha’s Vineyard, or walking along the bay. She loved fiercely and was a constant source of support to those around her.

A private celebration of life will be held. Donations can be made to The Autoimmune Association in her honor at https://autoimmune.org.

Obituary: William E. Twigg

William E. Twigg, at 52

William E. Twigg of Hull passed away on Monday, Jan. 30, 2023. He was 52.

Mr. Twigg – who was known as “Billy” and also lovingly referred to as “Willy” – was born in South Boston and raised in Hull, and was the loving and extremely devoted son of William F. and Patrice J. Twigg.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother Jimmy, sisters Theresa, Debbie, Kathy, Chrissy, and Carol, and 18 nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.

He adored his family. He loved his hometown. He was often seen holding court in and around the Kenberma shopping area. Although the youngest of a very large family, he was perhaps the most notorious, known for his legendary storytelling, one-liners, and “Uncle Billy” quotable quotes!  

He enjoyed candy and pastries, and not exercising! However, he did take up golf in later years to everyone’s surprise. He dealt with struggle and adversity head-on, and endured years of fighting quiet battles. He found comfort and solace in talking with family, and his friends in various AA groups, including The Anchor.

Mr. Twigg was diagnosed and bravely fought throat cancer with an absolutely astonishing positive attitude. The endless surgeries, scans, doctor visits, and treatments never weighed him down. He was going to fight and win. Sadly, he succumbed to complications from the disease.

Mr. Twigg will be cremated with a private family gathering and a Celebration of Life will be planned in June to celebrate his birthday and allow his friends and family to gather.

Obituary: Dorothy H. Gibbs

Dorothy H. Gibbs, at 84

Dorothy H. (Lewis) Gibbs, of Hull, formerly of Marshfield, Weymouth, and Hingham, died peacefully at her home on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022. She was 84.

Mrs. Gibbs was born in Brighton on Sept. 2, 1938, and was a cherished daughter of the late Howard and Florence (Shepherd) Lewis. She was raised in Brighton and went to local schools. 

Mrs. Gibbs’s career was in healthcare as a registered nurse. She worked for Fox Hill Village retirement community in Westwood and loved being a nurse, caring for her patients, and all the relationships she built throughout the years. She retired in 2014 to spend more time with her family. 

Mrs. Gibbs’s life lessons and example are part of her legacy that continue through her family and friends. She will be missed by all the lives she touched. 

Mrs. Gibbs was the beloved wife of the late James H. Gibbs, who died in 2001. Together they shared many loving years of marriage. She was the devoted mother of Barbara Garvin and her husband, Kevin, of Hull, Michael Gibbs and his wife, Robin, of California, Daniel Gibbs and his wife, Roberta, of North Carolina, and the late James Gibbs. She was the loving grandmother of seven and the loving great grandmother of six. Mrs. Gibbs was the dear sister of Marin Bricker and her late husband of North Carolina, and is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. 

Visiting hours were held on Jan. 9 in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, and her funeral was held in St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Hingham. Services concluded with interment in New Calvary Cemetery in Boston. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent in Mrs. Gibbs’s name to the charitable organization of one’s choice. Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Carol Grace Kennedy

Carol Grace Kennedy, at 76

Carol Grace (Cardoza) Kennedy passed on to God at the age 76 on Jan. 2, 2023. Mrs. Kennedy was born in Winthrop on Dec. 18, 1945 and grew up in Hanover. After her husband completed his military service, they moved to Hingham, and eventually settled in Hull.

Mrs. Kennedy was a stay-at-home, mother caring for her children, especially her son Michael, for whom she was a fierce advocate. Along with a few other parents, in 1985 she began a parent advocacy group in Hingham to ensure that children with disabilities would be allowed to participate in inclusion classrooms and be offered the same educational opportunities as typically developing children. After her son’s graduation from high school, she worked as a legal secretary for the Shapiro and Green law firm. Unfortunately, after she was diagnosed with multiple debilitating illnesses, she had to stop working, but continued to remain an advocate for people with disabilities.

Mrs. Kennedy was the daughter of the late Dr. Mathew E Cardoza II, and Grace (Cady) Cardoza.

In addition to her husband of 59 years, Michael L. Kennedy, she is survived by her three children, Lisa A Kennedy of Las Vegas, Michael R. Kennedy of Hull, and Megan G. Kennedy of Hull. She was the proud grandmother of Samuel, Jeffrey, and Brenton Porter, and Bryan Kennedy. She also had one great-grandson.

A prayer service will be held for family and close friends of Mrs. Kennedy on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.; visitation hours are from 1-3 p.m. at Sullivan Funeral Home, 45 East Water St.,  Rockland. Following the services, there will be a gathering to celebrate Mrs. Kennedy’s life at the hall of Trinity Episcopal Church, 3 Goddard Ave, Rockland. 

Obituary: Sydney Haskell Francer

Sydney Haskell Francer, at 96

Sydney Haskell Francer, known by his friends as Hecky, his family as Haskell, and his business associates as Hal, died Jan. 18, 2023 at age 96.

Born on Dec. 30, 1926 in Boston to the late Arthur and Cecelia Francer, Mr. Francer was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. 

His loving wife, Shirley (Lakin), was everything to him, and providing for his family was the most important thing in his life. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Sharon Francer, Laurence Francer and his husband, Jerome, and Beth Napurano and her husband, Chris. He also is survived by his grandchildren, Harrison and Benjamin Wurth. He was preceded in death by sisters Florence Boltansky and Betsey Cohen. 

A graduate of UMass-Amherst, Mr. Francer hoped to go into medicine but ended up joining the family sheet-metal business along with his two cousins. He was, however, a medic in the Navy during World War II. He was a partner in Francer Industries, Inc. for more than 75 years until it was sold in 2020. He loved music and he and Mrs. Francer were subscribers to the Boston Symphony for more than 50 years. He also played a mean piano and could play anything by ear. An avid tennis player and a member of the Cohasset Tennis Club, he played well into his 70s and often with men half his age. 

Mr. and Mrs. Francer had a large group of friends through their affiliation with Temple Beth Sholom. They would travel with them to the Catskills and Martha’s Vineyard but, mostly, he just enjoyed being on the beach with family. He loved fine restaurants, but none ever rivaled his wife’s cooking. He will be remembered as one half of the beautiful couple of Shirley and Hecky. 

Mr. Francer’s funeral service was held on Jan. 23, followed by interment at the Shepetovka Cemetery in West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Francer’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 600 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045.

Obituary: Sally E. McConnell

Sally E. McConnell, 83

Sally E. McConnell, 83, devoted mother, Nana, and friend to many, died peacefully on Jan. 12, 2023, at her home in Hull, where she spent her final days surrounded by family and friends.
Ms. McConnell was born in Boston on March 17, 1939. It always gave her great joy to say she was born on St. Patrick’s Day – the “luck of the Irish” was always with her. Ms. McConnell always seemed to win at bingo, raffles, and drawings. She even won an all expense cruise to South America from WBZ radio station.
Bertram and Mary Farrell of Milton adopted Ms. McConnell at birth. Upon graduating from Milton High School, she began her career with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles, where she worked for 41 years, until she retired as the supervisor of revenue operations.
Ms. McConnell was a proud supporter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association since the late 1960s. She fundraised and served on the MDA Boston executive board.
Ms. McConnell moved to Hull in 1999 and built a house with her son, Michael, and his family. She became actively involved with St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, served on the fundraising committee, and made many new friends in the community.
Ms. McConnell was an avid New England sports fan. Her favorite team was the Boston Bruins. She traveled extensively around the world, visiting places like Alaska, Russia, Europe, Iceland, and her favorite, cruising the Caribbean. Some of her other passions were reading, crocheting, computer games, and Jeopardy. Ms. McConnell would never let you leave her home without offering you something. She was famously known for her calzones and chocolate chip cookies. She loved conversation and had countless friends with whom she was proud of staying connected over the years.
Of all her talents and passions, her family and her extended family in Hull, whom she considered to be her own children and grandkids, meant the world to her.
Ms. McConnell was the beloved mother of Michael R. McConnell and his wife, Judy, of Hull, beloved Nana to her “favorite granddaughter,” Kayla Ahearn and her husband, Richard, of Scituate, Her “favorite grandson,” Tyler McConnell and his fiancé, Kamrie Sarnosky, of Hanson, and her “favorite great-grandson,” Keegan Ahearn, of Scituate.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during visiting hours on Saturday, Jan. 21, from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in St. Ann’s Church, 208 Samoset Ave., a funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m. in St. Ann’s Church. Cremation to follow. 
Funeral services can be live streamed by going to: https://christbythesea.net. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Muscular Dystrophy Association at www.tolmantelethon.com, or Friends of the Unborn, P.O. Box 692246, Quincy MA 02269-2246 or www.friendsoftheunborn.org.

Obituary: Lawrence A. Kellem

Lawrence A. Kellem, 90

Lawrence A. Kellem of Hull passed peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, at the age of 90.

Mr. Kellem was predeceased by his amazing wife of 62 years, Cynthia, and is survived by his son David Kellem (and his partner, Kristin Beane), his son Steven Kellem (and his partner, Andraea McKenney), and his daughter, Amy Slotnick (and her husband, Dan). Mr. Kellem was the grandfather of Sarah Rubin and her husband, Matt, Jordan Kellem and his wife, Katie, Matthew Kellem, Noah Kellem, Will Kellem, and Nell Asbrand. Mr. Kellem’s life was beautifully brightened by his great-grandsons, Parker Kellem and Davis Rubin.

Mr. Kellem was a renowned citizen and leader in the Town of Hull, which was his full-time hometown since the 1950s. His many civic accomplishments include leading the establishment of a permanent, full-service medical center in Hull, for which he was honored by the dedication of the facility in his name. During the Blizzard of ’78, Mr. Kellem organized the townwide response effort to establish temporary shelter for hundreds of displaced residents, and he was a key figure in the town’s recovery in the aftermath of the storm. Even though Mr. Kellem took much pride in serving as president and board member of the Hull Chamber of Commerce and as president, treasurer and board member of Temple Beth Sholom, his favorite accomplishment was managing the 1971 Hull Little League championship team, Paragon Park. To countless other civic and charitable groups, Mr. Kellem was a willing and much-sought-out advisor.

Professionally, Mr. Kellem was a respected and talented attorney. He was one of the last great small-town general practitioners, maintaining his private practice in Hull for more than 50 years. He met the legal needs of nearly everyone and in every way – from drafting simple wills to crafting zoning bylaws; from defending Hull’s sons and daughters (who may have had too much to drink) to shepherding the permitting of hotels and licensing of restaurants. He was a constant advocate and a sage influence at Hull town meetings. If you wanted something done well, and fairly, Mr. Kellem was your guy. His sons, who practiced with him for many years, and his daughter (who escaped the practice of law), lovingly referred to him as “Loophole Larry.”

Services were held at Temple Beth Sholom on Monday, Jan. 16, followed by burial at Hull Village Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may kindly be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 600 Nantasket Ave., Hull, or the Hull Scholarship Fund, c/o Hingham Institution for Savings, 401 Nantasket Ave.