Obituary: Terry Surles

Terry Surles, at 66 
Terry (Hughes) Surles, formerly of Hull, passed away at the Royal Nursing Home in Norwell on May 8 at age 66 after a long battle with liver disease.
Born in North Carolina, he moved to Cambridge in 1967 at the height of the Hippie Movement. As a talented musician and drummer, he quickly became embedded in the Boston music scene where he performed with many bands in many locations. Mr. Surles loved music and used his talent to travel the country performing wherever he could.
In 1997, weary from travelling and one-night gigs, Mr. Surles became employed by the Town of Hull as a member of the Department of Public Works where he enjoyed working until 2009. During that time, he continued playing drums with a number of bands throughout the South Shore. His own band, Terry and The Pirates, played jazz, blues, country, folk, and rock and roll.
Mr. Surles is predeceased by his parents, John and Madeline (Purvis) Surles, as well as by his brother Philip and his sister Phyllis. Mr. Surles was known as a kind, gentle soul who leaves behind no family but many, many friends with fond memories.
Services for Mr. Surles will be private. He asked that any donations be given in his name to Wellspring in Hull who provided much appreciated service to him for many years. 

Obituary: Alice Leona Conway

Alice Leona Conway
Alice Leona (Culbert) Conway of Hull, died June 23, surrounded by her loving family.  
Mrs. Conway adored her family, especially being Noni to her two grandchildren.  She was artistic, loved boating, island hopping, working in her yard and reading and sunbathing on her porch. She retired as a corporate analyst for the Ahold Corporation. She lived her life with grace, patience and dignity. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Daughter of the late Lloyd and Marion (Van Dine) Culbert. Cherished wife of 44 years to Kevin Conway of Hull. Loving mother of James Conway of Hull and Bryan Conway and his wife Shelly of Cohasset. Devoted sister of Mary Lou Markowitz and her late husband Alan of Hull, Kathy McLaughlin and her husband Kevin of Hanover, Nancy Corcoran and her husband Rusty of Hanover, Pat Paula and her husband James of Hull, Kelly Garofola and her husband Rob of Hull, Gerald Culbert and his partner Lucille of Revere, and the late Betty Ann. Favorite playmate of Fern and adoring grandmother of Rocco. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9 AM on Friday prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Parish in St. Ann’s Church, Hull at 10 a.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mrs. Conway may be made to Norwell Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice, 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell, MA 02061. See www.Keohane.com or call 1-800-Keohane for directions and online condolences.

Obituary: Bertha Stevens

Bertha Stevens, at 96
Bertha C. Stevens of Lincoln, NH, formerly of Hingham and Hull, went peacefully in the early morning hours of Sunday, June 23, and joined her beloved husband, Herbert. 
Growing up in Dorchester, Mrs. Stevens’ passion for the violin began under her father’s encouragement.  She had a great talent for music and went on to earn a BA in Music Education from Boston University, where in her small class of 11, she met the love of her life and husband of 68 years, Herbert Stevens. She was the youngest member of the Boston Civic Symphony and played under Arthur Fiedler.  She was a founding member of the Hingham Civic Orchestra where she served as Principal 2nd violin, Concert Mistress, soloist, and co-president with her husband.  She taught violin privately and at the Kingston School of Music with a vast array of dedicated students in whom she took great pride, retiring at age 90. She performed in string quartets and as a soloist, playing a blond violin made for her by local violin maker George Burton.
Mrs. Stevens also worked in the family hardware business, Stevens Hardware in West Roxbury, for many years during Christmas time.
There was nothing in the world more important to Mrs. Stevens than family time, which included many wonderful trips to Cape Cod, NH, cruises, and cheering her daughters on at concerts and horse shows around New England. She instilled the importance of working hard, enjoying what you had, and mostly being united as a family. She was everyone’s “Mom.” She opened her heart to all and always had time to lend an ear or give a hug when someone needed it.
Later in life, when residing in Lincoln, NH with daughter Carol, she volunteered at the hospital and Encore Thrift Store/Loon Ministries, and was active in the Linwood Senior Center.
Mrs. Stevens is survived by her loving daughters Carol A. Stevens, Susan Gaudette and husband Bob of Alton, NH, and her beloved cat, Felix. She was pre-deceased by her best friend and loving husband Herbert P. Stevens in 2012.
Services have been held.  Memorial donations may be made to Loon Mountain Ministries, 264 Main Street, Laconia, NH, 03251 or to New Hampshire Humane Society, 1305 Meredith Center Road, Laconia, NH 03246. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Ann G. O’Neil

Ann G. O’Neil, 73
Ann G. O’Neil died June 16 in her Cohasset home. She was 73.  
She was born in 1945 and was raised in Belmont. She was a graduate of the Newton County Day School and later worked as a registered nurse.  
A longtime resident of Hull, she was a lifelong enthusiast of the beauty and activity of Hull Bay.  
She was predeceased by her devoted parents, Edward and Rose O’Neil, and her brother, Frank O’Neil. She is survived by her brother, Ted O’Neil, of Hull; her sister, Jane Tripp, of Florida; and her nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews who will miss her dearly.  
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visiting hours on Wednesday, 5-8 p.m., in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central Street), Hingham. A Celebration of Life service will be held in the funeral home at 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, prior to the funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Parish in St. Ann’s Church, Hull, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Hull Village Cemetery, Hull.  
In lieu of flowers, send donations to the Scituate Animal Shelter www.scituateanimalshelter.org. See www.Keohane.com or call 1-800-Keohane for directions and online condolences.

Obituary: Mary-Ann Martin

Mary-Ann Martin, 89
Mary-Ann Martin died peacefully on June 9 at Bethany Healthcare Center where she comfortably resided and was lovingly cared for during the past five years. She was 89. 
A resident of Framingham for many years, she later moved to her home in Hull where she enjoyed the ocean and a magnificent view of the Boston Lighthouse. 
She was a licensed psychologist, always helping those in need any way she could. She dabbled in astrology, palm, and card reading and was quite good at it. She believed that we are all spiritual beings striving to live our lives. 
Born in Waltham, she was predeceased by her son, Douglas W. Martin; her parents, Angelo and Ortenzia (Nina Stucchi) Vitti; her brothers, Gerard and Anthony; a sister, Teresa Malone. She leaves her sister, Sylvana Fisher, of Holliston. 
She was the loving mother of Daniel A. Wagner (Michelle), of Randolph, N.Y.; Valeri-Ann (Wayne) Bolduc, of Holliston; April-Ann (John) Ring, of Hull; and William D. Martin (Carol), of Bellingham. She endearingly referred to her children as her “five pearls from the sea.” 
She will forever be in the hearts of her grandchildren: Bridgett Sciortino (Gino), Philip Wagner, Autumn-Ann Perreault, Lea-Amber Bolduc, and Harmony-Ann Smith. She also leaves six great-grandchildren: Tyler and Nicholas, Alicia, Avery and Anthony, and Xavier. 
Her children want to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Bethany Health Care Center for the wonderful, compassionate, respectful care their mother received. 
At Mary-Ann’s request, her funeral services will be private and held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to: Bethany Health Care Center, c/o Sister Jacquelyn McCarthy, CSJ, 97 Bethany Road, Framingham, MA 01702. 
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Norton Funeral Home, 53 Beech St., Framingham, MA 01702. To leave a message of condolence or sign the online guest book, visit www.nortonfuneralhome.com.

Obituary: John R. Brewer

John R. Brewer, 75
John T. Brewer, of Weymouth and formerly of Hull, 75, died June 15. He was 75.
Mr. Brewer was born in Boston to the late George and Eleanor Brewer. He was a graduate of Boston Trade School and later began a career as a welder.
He enjoyed gardening, keeping up with Boston sports teams, dancing, and making people laugh.
Beloved husband of Carol A. Brewer of Weymouth, he was the loving brother of Ann Picewick and her husband, George, of Braintree; and the late William and George Brewer. He was the dear brother-in-law of Gary Marston, of Kentucky, and the late Robert and Paul Betts. He was also the cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. 
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visiting hours on Thursday, 8:30-9:30 a.m., in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home at 809 Main St. (Route 18, opposite the South Shore Hospital) in South Weymouth. A funeral Mass will follow in St. Albert the Great Church, Weymouth, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery in Weymouth. 
See www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences, or call 781-335-0045.

Obituary: Margaret A. Caputo

Margaret A. Caputo, at 83
Former Nantasket Preschool owner Margaret A. (Hughes) Caputo died May 30. She was 83.
Known to friends and family as Marge but as “Mrs. Caputo” to generations of Hull kids and their parents, she owned and operated Nantasket Preschool for more than 30 years. She also taught early childhood education courses at the college level. After retiring from Nantasket Preschool, which is now the site of Seaside Montessori, Mrs. Caputo continued to lead an active life, taking continuing education courses and working part-time at the Boston Convention Center, where she was recently honored as Employee of the Month. As a member of the Castle Island Association, she organized and coordinated group outings.
Beloved wife of the late Charles T. Caputo of South Boston, formerly of Braintree; devoted mother of Susan (Caputo) Hudgens of Jacksonville, FL and the late Judith “Jude” Caputo of South Boston; she was the grandmother of Nicholas, Daniel, and Natalie; and great-grandmother of Reiner, all of Florida. She also leaves her brother, Frank Hughes; and sisters, Marie Keyes, Loretta Crowley, and Louise Small. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Hughes and Mary Jane (Caddigan) Hughes, and two brothers, George and Walter. 
Visitation will be held at the O’Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St., South Boston, on Friday, June 14, from 6-8 p.m. Her funeral Mass will be held at St. Brigid Church, 841 East Broadway, on Saturday, June 15, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow the Mass at the Braintree Cemetery, 250 Plain St., Braintree. Relatives and friends are invited to attend all services.

Obituary: Ruth Fleming

Ruth Fleming, at 90
Ruth Ostertag Fleming, of Marblehead and formerly of Hingham and Hull, died June 2 at Devereaux House in Marblehead at the age of 90.
She led a rich and interesting life, sweetened by fine German chocolate and the love of her family. 
Born April 8, 1929, and raised in Esslingen, Germany, Ruth was the daughter of Friedrich and Katherine Ostertag.
After completing her studies, she served as a translator and assistant to the U.S. Army in Stuttgart, Germany, and later transferred to Washington, D.C., to support the Fulbright Scholar Program, a role she enjoyed thoroughly. 
In 1969, she settled with her young family in Hull, where she marked many milestones over the years. A gifted artist, Ruth was a sculptor, potter, painter, and expert calligrapher whose works earned acclaim in local art shows and exhibits throughout the South Shore. For more than 20 years, she shared her talents as an art consultant at the Eugene Gallery, a longtime institution on Charles Street in Boston. 
A true European at heart, Ruth returned to Germany summer after summer, where she joined her mother and beloved sister, Fridl Ostertag, to travel, laugh, collect wildflowers, and explore the Alps.
In her later years, Ruth lived in Hingham and worked at the Weymouth Public Library, where she remained in close touch with friends and neighbors. Many remember her masterful baking, love of quips and witticisms, and her spirited Elvis Presley parties. 
Ruth is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Kurt and Laura Fleming, and her two beloved grandsons, Hunter and Camden Fleming, of Marblehead. 
To celebrate her life, a memorial service will be held Thursday, June 20, at 11 a.m. at The Old North Church, 35 Washington St., Marblehead. 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Raw Art Works, 37 Central Square, Lynn, MA, or www.rawartworks.org. 
Ruth’s family extends its deepest gratitude and appreciation to the caregivers and staff at Allerton House Assisted Living in Hingham and Devereaux House Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing in Marblehead. They cared for Ruth for many years with profound kindness and grace. 

Obituary: David F. Barry

David F. Barry, at 80
David F. Barry, of Hull and Florida, died April 2 at the age of 80.
Mr. Barry was the former owner of South Shore Bus and worked for many years at the state auditor’s office before retiring. He was an avid gardener, a self-taught mechanic, and all-around Mr. Fix It. He loved music, especially country music and Irish folk songs. But most of all he loved his home in Hull. 
He was the husband of Judith (Pitaro) Barry and loving father of David F. Barry Jr. and his wife, Judy, of Halifax; Shannon F. Landry and her husband, David, of Roseville, Minn.; Sean A. Barry and his wife, Jennifer, of Taunton; and Mary M. Powers and her husband, Richard, of Hull. 
He was the brother of John J. Barry and his wife, Grace, and Nelson G. Barry, both of Weymouth, and Marianne Parker, of Attleboro. He also leaves seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Mr. Barry was a dedicated lifelong friend to the late Harold Roche and the late Nicholas Pitaro. He considered himself to be an adoptive father figure to three of his best friends, Sam Germaine, Russell Mason, and Doug Gorham, as well as his brother-in-laws, Vincent Pitaro and the late Anthony Pitaro.  
A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 8, at 11 a.m. in St. Ann’s Church, 208 Samoset Ave. Interment will follow, at Hull Village Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. For an online guestbook, please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com. 

Obituary: Paul G. Scalia

Paul G. Scalia, at 60
Paul G. Scalia died May 23 at the age of 60. 
Mr. Scalia was a holy man who strived to be good. He loved the beach and spending time with his family there every summer. Without him, life would have been very different for many who will remember him for his love and dedication toward others.
Born in Boston, the son of Anthony and Anna (Verrier) Scalia, he was the father of Jamie Butler, of Avon; Paul Hallisey, of Virginia; and John and Anthony Scalia, of Hull. He was the brother of Jack Scalia, of Franklin, and Diane Glennon, of Westfield, N.Y. 
Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, June 1, from 4-7 p.m., at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel, 21 Pond St., Hingham. Relatives and friends are invited. A private family funeral service will be held at a later date. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. 
For online guestbook and additional information, visit www.downingchapel.com.

Obituary: Patricia A. McRae

Patricia A. McRae, at 59
Patricia A. McRae, age 59, a longtime resident of Hull, died peacefully on Thursday, April 11, at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center at Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She had lived in Hull for most of her life.
Known as Tricia to family and friends, she was born in Melrose to Alice M. (Behenna) and James A. McRae Sr. She was a graduate of Hull High School, class of 1977, and Georgetown University, class of 1981. She was employed for many years as a project manager for the Bank of New York Mellon. She specialized in integrating banking system software products. 
Ms. McRae was an avid reader and loved traveling and enjoyed musicals and Broadway shows. She also cherished spending time with her family and friends. She especially loved her dog, Daisy. 
She was the devoted sister of James A. McRae Jr. and his wife, Suzanne, of Westwood; Robert D. McRae, of Hull; Kenneth E. McRae and his wife, Linda, of Norwood; Phillip D. McRae and his wife, Kimberly, of Lynnfield; and the late Lorraine L. McRae. She was the loving aunt of Keri, Shane, and Ashley and is also survived by many friends. 
Her memorial service will be conducted at the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Ave., Quincy, on Saturday, June 1, at noon. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visitation prior to the service will be from 11 a.m. to noon. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hull Public Library, 9 Main St., Hull, MA 02045. For online condolences, visit www.thesweeneybrothers.com.

Obituary: Thomas Young Sr.

Thomas Young Sr., at 61
Thomas Young Sr., of Bourne, died peacefully, surrounded by his family on May 16. He was 61.
Born in Boston to the late Philip Young and Camille Fischer, Mr. Young was also preceded in death by his youngest son, Billy Young, and a brother, Philip Young Jr. 
Survivors include his son, Thomas Young Jr., of Hull; and daughters Crystal Young (Craig Wilkinson), of New Bedford, and Amy Young, of Hull. He was the proud and adoring Papa to Logan and Zachary Wilkinson. 
His siblings include a brother, Paul Young (Kathy); and sisters Loretta Clements (Danny), Rita Sinkiewicz, and Patty Gilbrook. He also leaves several nieces, nephews, and cousins. 
Mr. Young held a special place in his heart for longtime companion Amy Ouellette and son Timmy, both of Taunton, with whom many cherished memories were created through the years. He was the former husband of Debbie (Love) Young. 
Always a smile on his face, he enjoyed blues music, wrestling, race car driving, and, of course, his favorite Boston sports team, the Bruins. Tommy, you will be missed by all. Rest in peace. 
A memorial gathering will be held for family and friends at a later date. For those wishing to honor his life, donations in his name may be made to the American Heart Association.

Obituary: Rachel E. von Tungeln

Rachel E. von Tungeln, at 16
Rachel Eileen von Tungeln died on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at home with her Mom at her side. Rachel died as a result of complications from Juvenile Batten Disease, a neurodegenerative genetic brain disease that she was diagnosed with in 2009.
Despite being born healthy and going completely blind, becoming bedridden, and slowly suffering from dementia, Rachel never once complained about the loss of her abilities.  She was a remarkable example of patience and strength.
Rachel’s favorite hobby was eating (especially lobster, Milano cookies, Thanksgiving dinner, Funyuns, clam chowder, cabbage, Vienna sausages, and deviled eggs), and she loved her polydactyl cat, Mittens. Her favorite movies and TV show (that she enjoyed listening to) were “Princess Diaries,” “50 First Dates,” and “iCarly.” 
Rachel also loved listening to the music of Julie Andrews, Queen, Ke$ha, and Elton John. She loved JetBlue and was a Patriots fan, especially after moving to Denver. 
She adored her Granny and Granddad and her siblings, and she was a huge animal lover. Rachel’s wheelchair was intriguing to the animals at every zoo and animal sanctuary she visited and would be completely surrounded by goats, pigs, and cows. She was fearless and held every mammal, reptile, arachnid, and insect she was offered. Rachel loved every minute of it.
Rachel was a student at Jacobs Elementary and Memorial Middle School in Hull; Fletcher Miller School in Lakewood, Colo.; and Collegiate Preparatory Academy in Denver, Colo. She was very lucky to have worked with (and changed the lives of) some of the finest teachers, therapists, and caregivers in every academic setting she entered.
With the help of the community of Hull, customers of The Good Geeks, Rachel’s family and friends, Team Rachel Race 4 A Cure held three road races and raised more than $100,000 for Batten Disease Research. 
Rachel is survived by her parents, Kat and John; her sister, Julie; her brothers, London and Boston; grandparents Eileen and Andrew; her uncles, Adrian and Clive, of Hull; Aunt Meredith, of Braintree; Aunts Janet, Tami, and Gina, of Hull; twin (half) sisters who live in Bremerton, Wash.; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, and England. 
Rachel was preceded in death by her friend, Nathan, and her Great Granny, Charlotte Matilda. 
The hole in our lives that Rachel left has been incomprehensible, and it has taken more than two years to publish this obituary. Rachel is forever free of her disease, blindness, and her wheelchair. 
A memorial service will be held at the Peddocks Island Chapel in June. Donations to the Rachel von Tungeln Scholarship Fund can be made through the Hull branch of Hingham Savings Bank and will benefit Hull High School graduates pursuing a degree in science. 

Obituary: Gilbert F. Rebello Jr.

Gilbert F. Rebello Jr., at 82
Gilbert  F. Rebello Jr, of Hull, died May 18. He was 82.
Born and raised in Cambridge, Mr. Rebello graduated from Cambridge Ridge and Latin High School. He proudly served in the Army for several years, then took a position with the U.S. Postal Service, where he stayed for more than 40 years. 
He loved to fish and enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas to play blackjack. 
Proud to be an American, Mr. Rebello remained active with many veterans’ groups. A longtime member of the VFW as well as the American Legion Post in Cohasset, he also was a member of the Knights of Columbus and volunteered at Sunset Point Vacation Camp in Hull.
The beloved husband of the late Theresa E. (Brown), he was the loving father of Lisa Rebello and Gilbert Rebello, both of Hull, and brother of the late Lorraine Schuka, Margaret (“Peggy”) Maze, and Patricia (“Pat”) Berguson. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Mr. Rebello will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, uncle, and dear friend. 
His funeral service will be celebrated at noon Thursday at the Pyne Keohane Funeral home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. Burial in Hull Village Cemetery will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Brockton Veterans Administration Hospital, 940 Belmont St., Building 4, Floor 2, Ward C, Brockton, MA 02301, in care of Christelle Dragon, Nurse Manager. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Lenore D. Schneider,

Lenore D. Schneider, at 80
Lenore D. Schneider of Hull, formerly of Marblehead, died peacefully on Thursday, May 9, at the Pat Roche Hospice Home in Hingham. She was 80. 
Born and raised in Brookline, she was the daughter of the late Irving and Gertrude (Berman) Schneider. She earned her undergraduate degree in fine arts from Boston University and later was awarded a master’s degree in education from the University of Arizona. 
Ms. Schneider was an art teacher in the Salem, Swampscott, and Marblehead school systems before Stop & Shop supermarkets hired her and created a position of coordinator of design for the interior of all the stores in its New England network. 
She was one of the first women race-car-drivers in the greater New England area by driving a Formula 1 car at the Skip Barber’s School for Racing. 
She also mastered the manual camera and judged many camera club shows. Her mastery of photography led her into other art forms. She was proficient in acrylics and watercolors and skilled in drawing with colored pencils and sketching. She also produced abstract wall sculptures.
Ms. Schneider was the proprietor and owner of her home gallery, Art on the Avenue, where her artwork is on display and for sale. It may be that her most enduring achievement and legacy will be as one of the earliest presidents of the Hull Artists Studio Connection, now known as Hull Artists. Her efforts and milestones in those early years secured the place of artists in Hull today.
She was the beloved wife and best friend of William (“Bill”) N. Smyth. The two married in 1998 and together shared 21 years of loving marriage. She was the loving mother of Neil J. Yagondorf of Tewksbury and the dear sister of Naomi Gordon and her husband, Roger, of Boston, and Cynthia Sadowski, of Los Angeles. Lenore is also survived by her stepdaughter, Hilary Wirtz, of Tarrytown, N.Y., and by her nephews, David Gordon, of Cleveland, Andrew and Phillip Gordon, both of Boston, and Jonathan Sadowski of Los Angeles. 
Her funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Hull Artists, P.O. Box 277, Hull MA 02045. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: William B. Woods

William B. Woods, at 55
William B. Woods, known to family and friends as “Woodsy,”died unexpectedly at his South Carolina home. He was 55.
Mr. Woods will be deeply missed and loved by his family and friends forever. 
The much-loved son of Elena and Bob Dever, of Hull, he also leaves his wife, Linda; a daughter, Karsen; two stepchildren, Crystal and Dennis; his beloved sisters, Donna Woods Fourester and Kathy Woods Samuels; an aunt and uncle, Cathy and Bill Guerriero; and many cousins and lifelong friends in and around Hull. 
Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215.

Obituary: James H. Brown

James H. Brown, at 85
James H. Brown, of Hull, formerly of Michigan and New Mexico, died on April 24 at the Life Care Center of the South Shore in Scituate. He was 85. 
Born in Detroit, he attended Cooley High School, graduating in 1951. He entered Wayne State University, supporting himself by playing clarinet in a swing band. After graduating, he earned a master’s degree from Michigan State University. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Finance Corps in 1957 and rose to first lieutenant. Following his discharge, Mr. Brown completed his education at Northwestern University, proudly earning a Ph.D. in marketing.
He had a fruitful career in truck manufacturing, starting at International Harvester in 1964. In 1970, he joined Rockwell International, where he headed various marketing divisions. In 1999, he retired from Rockwell as vice president of North American sales for heavy vehicle components. 
He referred to his time in Midwest, growing up and working at Rockwell, as the first of his “three lives.” Upon retiring, he embarked on an adventurous “second life” in the tiny town of Abiquiu, New Mexico, There he and his wife, Valeria, built an adobe home and fell in step with local Native American, Hispanic, and artisan culture. Always a sharp dresser, he became a connoisseur of the cowboy boots and Stetson hats essential to desert living.  
After a decade in the wilds, the couple resettled in Santa Fe, but a potential “third life” beckoned. His daughter, Darci and son-in-law Dean Doty, were revamping an old fisherman’s boarding house in Hull. During visits, Mr. Brown grew enthralled with the beauty of New England, life on the ocean, and the challenges of construction. So, in their 80s, he and Valeria began a “third life” in Massachusetts, close to his adored grandchildren.
He was an avid golfer, an eager traveler, and he loved to trail family members in his mobile home as they took on projects in far-flung places; he was also a gifted raconteur. His legacy continues through the family and friends he cherished. 
The beloved husband of Valeria Brown, with whom he shared many loving years of marriage, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothea Brown, who died in 1994. 
Mr. Brown was the devoted father of Darci L. Brown and her husband, Dean Doty, of Hull, and stepfather to Elisa Petrini, of New York; Mark Petrini and his wife, Deborah Jones, of New York; Odette Petrini, of Michigan; Matthew Petrini, of Florida; John Petrini, of New York; and Andrea Petrini, of New York. He is also survived by his loving grandchildren, Thea and James Doty, and seven step-grandchildren. 
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visiting hours on Friday, May 10, 9-11 a.m., in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central Street), Hingham. His funeral service will be celebrated on Friday, May 10, at 11 a.m. in Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, Hingham. Services will conclude with interment in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, or the Salvation Army. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.  

Obituary: Maura E. Chancey

Maura E. Chancey, at 51
Maura E. (Boudrot) Chancey, of Hingham, died of natural causes in her sleep at her home on May 4, at the age of 51.
Mrs. Chancey worked for Hadge Law in Dedham for more than 15 years. She was an avid horse lover and loved to travel with her husband Philip. Although she could not come up with a name for her boat, she loved spending time on it and kayaking to her mooring. 
Mrs. Chancey was a sensitive soul who always looked out for others and put her son and family first.
She is survived by her husband and best friend, Phillip Chancey, and their son Joshua Chancey, of Hingham. Predeceased by her father, William A Boudrot, in 2011, she is survived by her mother, Margaret Boudrot, of Hull, and her siblings, William A. Boudrot Jr., of Hull, and Paula Swedock and her husband, Joseph, of Scituate. Mrs. Chancey was a loving aunt to Michala (Mia) Dini. She also leaves her paternal aunt, Helen Donegan, of Marshfield, and many cousins.  
A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 10, at 10 a.m., at Resurrection Church, 1057 Main St., Hingham. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, from 5-8 p.m., at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel, 21 Pond St., Hingham. In honor of Maura, feel free to wear the color purple in a show of support and love.
For online guest book and additional information, please go to www.downingchapel.com.

Obituary: Kenneth R. Presley

Kenneth R. Presley, at 83
Kenneth Robert Presley died April 25, at age 83. 
Born in Weymouth, he served his country proudly in the U.S. Army for more than 24 years, during both the Korean and Vietnam war eras. He retired in 1980.
Beloved husband of the late Deborah (Derosier) Presley and the late Grace (Balser) Presley, who was from Hull, Mr. Presley leaves his children: James and his wife, Tracey DePhillips, of Weymouth; Lisa Carpenter of Marshfield; Joseph and his wife, Theresa, of Marshfield; and Robert Presley, of Weymouth.
He was the brother of Carol Scannell, of Florida, the grandfather of 11, and great-grandfather of three.
Services have been held. Memorial donations may be made to fisherhouseboston.org. For additional information and an online guestbook, visit www.downingchapel.com

Obituary: Lynn Johnson

Lynn Johnson, at 37
Hull resident Lynn Johnson died Tuesday, April 23. She was 37 and had struggled with mental illnesses for more than 20 years. 
Ms. Johnson was born in Boston and over the years had lived in Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. She graduated from New Jersey’s Eastern Regional High School in 1999.
Ms. Johnson enjoyed listening to music, watching movies, and keeping up with pop culture. She was a Boston sports fan, and her favorite teams were the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. In high school, she enjoyed playing field hockey. An animal lover, her favorites were cats and dogs. 
The daughter of the late Ann Marie (Rudgis) and William E. Johnson, she was the sister of Gail Whitcomb-Richman and her husband, James, of Hull; Kathy Hallsen and her husband, William, of Weymouth; and Terri Johnson of Hull. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, her family requests that you share a random act of kindness.