Obituary: Timothy William Hurley

Timothy William Hurley, 86
Timothy William Hurley, of Hull, died on Aug. 9 with family by his side. He was 86.
Tim served in the Coast Guard and was a graduate of Boston State College and later Suffolk University. He lived in Hull for more than 50 years.  
Tim was a teacher at the Damon School and a guidance counselor at the Memorial Middle School. 
He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Wanda (Hegarty) Hurley; his children: Eileen Clark and her husband, Dan, of Dalton, Ga., Brian Hurley and his wife, Elaine, of Hull; Laura Neagle and her husband, Jay, of Scituate, and Gregory Hurley and his wife, Denise, of Scituate.  
Tim is also survived by 11 grandchildren and his cousin, Fran Burke, of Naples, Fla. He was predeceased by several brothers and sisters. 
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to Hospice of the South Shore or the Norwell VNA.

Obituary: Elaine Lea Lamica

Elaine Lea Lamica, 77
Elaine Lea Lamica died at her home in Claremont, N.H., on Aug. 3 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 77.
Elaine was born on Oct. 18, 1942, in Springfield, Vt., the daughter of Howard and Gabriella (Michel) Shepard. She graduated from Charlestown High School with the class of 1959. She married Leo Lamica on May 15, 1965; he predeceased her.
Elaine was a great mom and grandma. She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking care of her grandkids. She loved to crotchet, cook, and play bingo. She loved the ocean and lived right near it, in Hull, for 30 years. She was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Church.
Elaine had worked in retail at Marsons Army Navy and was a cobbler at Harry’s Shoe Barn; she also worked for Gays Trucking in Bellows Falls, Vt.
She is survived by her children Brian Lamica and his wife, Marilou, Wendy Lamica Sprowl, Mark Lamica, and Lisa Lamica; her grandchildren Ethan Blanchard, Mary Sprowl, Q’orianka Lamica, Fionn Roseingrave, and Keona Lamica; her sister, Yolande Shepard-O’Keefe; and her best friend, Carolyn Handley. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Bill Shepard.
Walk-through calling hours will be held at the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad St., Claremont, on Aug. 15 from 2-4 p.m. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the funeral home and Lamica family ask all attending the visitation to abide by all regulations, wear masks, and practice social distancing.  
To view an online memorial or send a private message of condolence, visit www.stringerfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Obituary: Louis “Capt’n Lou” Gainor

Louis “Capt’n Lou” Gainor
“It was a lovely cruise”
Lou Gainor, of Hull, died Aug. 1 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Capt’n Lou, as he was known, was surrounded by his wife of 51 years, Ellen (Chernov), his son, Brad, his niece, Linda Chernov, and his dog, Gilligan. 
He was born in Quincy, in 1947, to the late Thelma (Yenof) Gainor-Andelman and Burton Gainor. He was the stepson of the late Morris Andelman and brother of the late Milton Gainor. He also leaves his daughter-in-law, Stacey, beloved grandson Sam, stepbrother Joel Andelman and his wife, Linda, stepsister, Jane Lubin, sisters-in-law Cecily Rosenberg and Sandy Forman, and brother-in-law Charles Chernov and his wife Michelle. 
Louis Gainor studied at Northeastern University and Bentley College. He found his first achievements as a real estate entrepreneur.  It was his success in real estate that allowed him to “live the life” on the water, cruising with his wife and son from Boston to Florida for eight consecutive seasons on a 1986 46-foot Bertram with twin 892 Detroit Diesels that he watched the Miami factory build. He was a seasoned captain, boating since age 6. In 1992 Lou was commodore of the Metropolitan Yacht Club, becoming a lifetime trustee and one of its most senior members.  
After real estate came another entrepreneurial achievement: Capt’n Lou on Nautical Talk Radio, broadcast on 95.9 FM WATD. He interviewed celebrity scuba diver Jacques Cousteau, famous boat builders Irwin Jacobs and Reggie Fountain, politicians (state Sen. Bruce Tarr, the late U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy, and Gov. Mitt Romney), and entertainers Billy Joel and Florence Henderson, among others. Capt’n Lou and Nautical Talk Radio received many awards, including MA/RI Associated Press “Best Talk Show,” Joshua James Lifesaving Medal for public service, American Lighthouse Foundation’s Len Hadley Award, Boston’s Achievement In Radio Best Interview Award, and he was nominated for Boston’s Achievement In Radio Best Produced Public Affairs Program.  
An avid supporter of recreational boating/fishing and the recreational/commercial fishing industries, he was a retired member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, 1980-2005, and was invited in 2012 to participate in the Turning Ceremony of the U.S.S. Constitution. His many other accomplishments included public affairs officer, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, 2001-2004; publicity and media chairman, Quincy Bay Race Week Association, 2000-present; and Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council 1996-2000. He was a lifetime member of the Mass. Striped Bass Association, Boat Writers International, South Shore Harbormasters Association, and Stellwagen Bank Charter Boat Association.  He was proud to serve on the board of directors for South Shore Elder Services.
A graveside ceremony was held in Hull. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of food or flowers, donations can be made to the Scituate Animal Shelter (scituateanimalshelter.org) and/or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org).

Obituary: Norman Nisenbaum

Norman Nisenbaum, 88
Norman Nisenbaum, of Hull and Boca Raton, Fla., died on July 31. He was 88. 
The devoted son of late Jack and Anne (Levine) Nisenbaum, he was the beloved husband of Karen Nisenbaum and the loving father of Risa Nisenbaum, of Boston; Chuckie Leuchte and his wife, Lori, of Quincy; Scott Leuchte, of Worcester; Michael Leuchte, of Richmond, Va.; and the late Eliot Nisenbaum and his partner, Ronald Sandberg, of Fort Lee, N.J. He was the cherished grandfather of David, Stephen, Madison, and Natalie Leuchte and the brother of Harvey Nisenbaum and his wife, Sylvia, of Philadelphia.
Norman was an icon of Quincy for more than 30 years as the owner of Samoset Pharmacy. Known to all as Norm, he was always there to help anyone in need. He cultivated a lifetime of friendships.   
What he loved most was being with his family. Norman’s love was unconditional. He was an amazing and wonderful person, who was loved by all. He touched so many people and will truly be missed.
Norman will be interred at Butrimantzy Cemetery (Baker Street), West Roxbury, after a private graveside funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations in Norman’s memory can be made to Temple Israel of Hull. 

Obituary: Frederick J. Marks

Frederick J. Marks, 88
Frederick J. (“Freddie”) Marks died on July 24 after enjoying a wonderful life. He was 88.
A truck driver by occupation and a loyal member of the Teamsters Union, his CD handle was “Barnacle Bill.” He loved being on the road. He was an avid golfer and loved to read. 
Freddie was a wonderful storyteller, and the tale always started with: “Did I ever tell you my … story?” Even up until the end, when asked how he was doing, he always responded with, “Couldn’t be better,” and how true that was. 
Freddie was a proud veteran of the Air Force, he served during the Korean War. 
He is survived by sons, Frederick Marks Jr. and former wife, Joan (Woolf); Robert and his wife, Donna (Adams), of Braintree; Steven and his wife, Barbara (O’Connor), of Abington; and Michael F. Marks, of Quincy. He was the “Bonus Dad” of Allison (Vaughan) Kierce and her husband, David, of York, Pa., and Jason Vaughan and his wife, Sara, of Chesapeake, Va. 
Fred leaves his beloved grandchildren: Jenny, Jamie, Patrick, Kellie, Valerie, Brendan, Christopher, Amy, Nicholas, Kelsey, Trevor, Stephanie, Vanessa, and Alex; and great-grandchildren Lucas, Zachary, Tyler, Caleb, A.J., Zeke, Leo, Isla, Norah, Jason, Jackson, Colin, Nicholas, Dominic, Lily, and Leo.
He is also survived by his brother, Kenneth Marks, and his sister, Diane Sullivan, and husband Jack, of Florida.
Fred was predeceased by his former wife, Phyllis L. (Collins); his first grandchild, Robert Marks Jr., of Braintree; his parents, Lillian (Rose) and Alfred Marks, of Boston; siblings Gregory, Joseph, Beverly, and John; and his precious dog, Ruthie, whom he adored.
He and his wife, Judy (Farina), were happy together for the past 30 years. Fred was also a friend of Bill W. for more than 30 years.
A private burial will take place at the Hull Village Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Freddie can be remembered with support for: the Bobby Marks Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, 46 Wellington St., Braintree, MA 02184; Joe Biden’s presidential campaign; or the Friends of the Paragon Carousel, P.O. Box 100, Hull, MA 02045.
For additional information and the online guestbook, visit www.DowningChapel.com. 

Obituary: William Costa

William Costa, 58 
William (“Bill”) Costa died unexpectedly on July 24. He was 58.
Born on Feb. 8, 1962, to the late Barbara Costa Ogg, he is survived by his wife, Kathleen McDonald Costa; his daughters, Kerri Costa, of Quincy, and Katelyn Costa, of Hull, and her fiancé Terry Barthelemy; his sister, Cheri O’Bryan, and her husband, Rick O’Bryan, of Rockland; his brother, David Costa, of Connecticut; his sister, Kathy Costa, of Brighton; his brothers-in-law, Jimmy McDonald, of Hingham, and John McDonald and his wife, Paulina, of Hingham, along with many nieces and nephews. Bill was a loving and devoted husband and father. He was employed as a deli clerk at Stop & Shop in Cohasset. 
He loved spending time with family and friends. He was an avid Boston sports fan, and you would rarely see him without his baseball cap. He enjoyed his animals, a good song, and puttering around the house and yard. He also loved to show off his grilling skills. 
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Bill during visiting hours on Friday, July 31, from 4-7 p.m. at McNamara-Sparrell Funeral Home, 160 South Main St. (across from St. Anthony Church), Cohasset. 
In lieu of flowers, donations to honor Bill can be made to Scituate Animal Shelter, 780 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, MA 02066. For an online guestbook, visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com Cohasset-Norwell, 781-383-0200.

Obituary: Fay Marie Robbie

Fay Marie Robbie, 92
Fay Marie (Hurley) Robbie, of Hull, died on June 23. She was 92.
Fay was born in Cohasset in 1927 to Arthur L. (“Louie”) and Leta Rose (Dyment). She was predeceased by her husband, Donald J. Robbie, and her son, Christopher Litchfield Arnold. 
Fay is survived by her three loving children: Gregory Arnold and his wife, Connie, of Marshfield; Prescott and his wife, Betty, of Concord; stepson James Robbie and wife, Maureen, of Swansea;  and two sisters, Brenda (Hurley) Remes, of Carver, and Diana (Hurley) Freda, of Kingston. 
“Fay-Fay,” as her adoring grandchildren called her, also leaves eight grandchildren; Chris, Craig, Evan, Jake, Garrett, Zach, Eric, and Adrienne, in addition to five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 
Fay grew up in Hull and was a fixture in town as a kindergarten and elementary school teacher and lifelong resident. She was a graduate of Hingham High School, class of 1944 (before Hull had its own high school), and Lesley College, class of 1949. She was an active member of the Hull Garden Club, a prodigious knitter of Irish knit sweaters and warm baby clothes, as well as an organizer of family parties for any and all occasions. She loved to travel, cook, and host neighborhood gatherings. 
Fay was the granddaughter of John J. Hurley, of Revere Beach and Nantasket, an amusements entrepreneur of the early 20th century and creator of the Monkey Speedway, Hurley’s Hurdlers – a renowned carousel of the day, and many other popular amusements of the time. 
A celebration of life will be held at a later date and time to be announced. Please check Keohane Funeral Home in Hingham periodically for updates and service announcements. 
The family invites those who have had the pleasure of knowing Fay through her amazing 92 years of life to honor her by sharing a favorite memory at https://keohane.com/services/fay-marie-hurley-robbie/ 
Fay and her family were descendants of Thomas Rogers and Degory Priest, two of the original signatories of the Mayflower Compact in 1620. 
The family of Fay would like to humbly thank all of the staff at the Sunrise Senior Living of Plymouth Beach who provided her care in recent years and always kept her in the best of spirits. 
In lieu of flowers, please take a moment to reach out to your favorite teacher and acknowledge the contribution they’ve made to your life. 

Obituary: David Chase Campbell Sr.

David Chase Campbell Sr., at 84
David Chase Campbell, Sr. of Hull, formerly of Cape Cod, died peacefully on June 29. He was 84.
Born in Hyannis, he was raised in Marstons Mills, and after graduating from Barnstable High School, he joined the US Army, and was stationed in Germany. He then returned home to begin his career as a pharmaceutical salesman throughout the Cape and Islands. Mr. Campbell loved to play golf, and in retirement worked for both the Milton Hoosic Club and the Hatherly Golf Course. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife, Paula, in their RV. He loved the ocean, Cape Cod, trips to Maine and Florida, and was an avid reader and a great businessman. He was a parishioner of St. Ann’s Church in Hull.
One of his biggest passions was his dogs. He loved animals and always adopted them through shelters. Most important to him was his family, his children and grandchildren, whom he loved deeply. All he ever wanted was the best for his family! 
The son of the late James Francis Campbell and the late Cleone (Chase) Campbell, he was the loving husband of 53 years of Paula (Lavidor) Campbell of Hull, and the father of Kristen Lavidor (Campbell) Scanlan and her husband, Paul, of Hull, and David Chase Campbell Jr. and his wife, Carolyn Laverty Campbell, of Westford. He was the cherished “Bear” to his grandchildren, Taylor and Ryan Campbell of Westford, and Brandon Parsons, Nicholas Scanlan, and Kristopher Scanlan of Hull.
Mr. Campbell also was the loving brother of Peter Campbell and his late wife, Susan, of Hyannis, and the late James Francis Campbell. He was the uncle of Peyton Willman and her family of Barnstable, and Pete Campbell and his family of Springfield.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a graveside service at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10 in Hull Village Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent in Mr. Campbell’s name to any animal-care organization of your choice, such as the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Obituary: Robert P. Sampson

Robert P. Sampson, 92
Robert P. (“Bob”) Sampson, of Hull, died on June 23. He was 92.
The beloved husband of the late Virginia (“Ginny”) Sampson, he was the father of Michael Sampson and his wife, Jane; Robert Sampson and his wife, Kathy; and Virginia Donnelly and her husband, Joseph, all of Weymouth. He was also the beloved cousin of Michael Bolger, of Brockton, and the brother of the late Francis Sampson and Helen Malloy. 
He was the cherished grandpa of Christine, Michael, Rhianna, Emily, Elizabeth, Joseph, Erica, Bobby, and Amy and the great- grandfather of Aubrey Sampson. 
Bob is also survived by many nieces and nephews and dear friend Carleene Bersani, of Weymouth, and faithful companion Buddy.
Bob was born in Cambridge and moved to Weymouth where he raised his family. He worked for many years as a machinist in the sheet metal industry. Bob spent his summers in Hull. After he  retired, he split his time between Hull and Fort Myers, Fla. An avid golfer, he enjoyed fishing for lobsters. 
Bob was well known in Hull as the “Green Hill Handyman”; there was no job too big or too small, and he was always up for the challenge and enjoyed helping his neighbors. He was devoted to his family and his faith, as an active parishioner at St. Ann’s Church in Hull. 
Bob will be sadly missed by all those who were blessed to have known him.
A Celebration of Life service was held in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home in Hingham Tuesday prior to the funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Parish in St. Ann’s Church in Hull. Burial was in Hull Village Cemetery. 
Donations in memory of Robert can be made to Alzheimers Association, Massachusetts chapter, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452. See www.Keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Ann E. Saunders

Ann E. Saunders, 83
Ann E. Saunders, a longtime Hull resident, died on Sunday, June 14, at Bridges at Westford. She was 83.
She was the beloved wife of the late Vernon Saunders with whom she shared 19 years of marriage. 
Ann was born on June 3, 1937, in Cambridge, the daughter of the late Colburn and Elizabeth (Murray) Olmstead. She was raised in Cambridge and was a graduate of Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School with the class of 1954. She received her bachelor’s degree from Boston University in 1984. She worked as a certified public accountant, retiring from JCM Computers in Abington. 
Ann was a parishioner of St. Mary of Assumption Parish St. Ann Church in Hull. She served as a pastoral care minister, providing the Eucharist to the homebound and sick. She enjoyed travel and loved the ocean, but most especially she cherished the time spent with her children and grandchildren. 
Ann leaves behind her three children: Paula Austel and her husband, Vernon, of Cortlandt Manor, N.Y.; Gerald Sweeney and his wife, Linda, of Chelmsford; and Daniel Sweeney and his wife, Christina, of Hudson, N.H.; her stepdaughters: Susan Shack and Victoria Saunders; her seven grandchildren: Ryan, Robert O., Marissa, Robert H., Maura, Vika, and Craig. She is also survived by her sister, Barbara Sullivan and her husband, Charles, of Scituate, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She also leaves behind her longtime companion, Charles E. Gould, of Hull. Funeral services and interment will be held privately. Memorial donations can be made in Ann’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or www.alzmass.org. 
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home, 24 Worthen St., Chelmsford. For online condolences, visit ChelmsfordFuneralHome.com and find us on Facebook.

Obituary: Alfred John Zella

Alfred John Zella, 91 
Alfred John Zella, a 50-year Hull resident and a former resident of East Weymouth, died on June 14. He was 91.
He was the loving father of Richard John Zella and Leslie Anne Zella, of Hull, and the late Stephen Thomas Zella. He leaves behind grandsons Stephen Zella, Jeffrey Zella, Michael Zella, and Gregory Zella and five great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.
He is also survived by Judith Doliner, his loving companion and life partner of 40 years.
Alfred was the oldest of seven siblings: Doreen Eaton, Shirley Coughlin, John Zella, and William Zella and was predeceased by his sisters Barbara O’Brien and Carol Wood.
A WWII Army veteran, Al was stationed in Pusan, Korea, from 1945-1948. On his return, he became a master electrician and ran his own business, Flexlite Electric Co., for 48 years before retiring in 2010. He had a lifelong love of sailing and the sea.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, June 22, at the Hull Village Cemetery at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston at www.Dana-Farber.org/gift.

Obituary: Margo Stang

Margo Stang, 71 
Margo Stang, of Hull, died on June 12. She was 71.
She leaves her husband, Robert Haberstroh; her brother, Michael Stang and his wife, Elizabeth, of California; her nephew, Orion, of California; and her niece, Andrea, of New Hampshire; and many friends and relatives across the world. She was predeceased by her mother, Marian Spaulding Schaaf.
Margo grew up in the Kingston/Plymouth area and over the years had lived in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Tampa, Fla., and Anchorage, Alaska, before settling in Hull in 1997. 
She worked many years before retirement as a legal secretary in the Office of the General Counsel at Harvard University, taking many courses in the Harvard Extension School and receiving a bachelor’s degree in 2002.
She loved reading, walking along the beach, and traveling internationally with family and friends. Her last trip, in 2019, was a memorable cruise/tour along the coasts of England, Wales, Ireland, the Isle of Man, and Scotland.
Her beautiful smile, her easy wit, and her dancing Irish eyes will be missed by all who knew her.
Private services have been held. Visit www.Keohane.com for online condolences. 

Obituary: Ren’ee M. Richman

Ren’ee M. Richman, 49
Ren’ee M. (Kerble) Richman, of Weatherford, Texas, and formerly of Hull, died on June 10. 
The beloved daughter of the late Edward R. Kerble and the late Toni S. (Cogen) Kerble, she is survived by her daughters Heather, Rachel, and Victoria. She also leaves her siblings Scott Kerble and his wife, Stacey; Donna Kerble; Marlene Franklin and her husband, Joel; and Eric Kerble and his wife, Denise. She will be greatly missed by her partner, K.C. Smith, and her lifelong best friend Leeanne Salverio, as well as many friends and extended family. 
Ren’ee was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She had a lifelong obsession with unicorns, loved music, enjoyed drawing, and developed a passion for gardening. She always looked forward to watching “Survivor” and spending time at the beach with her girls. She adored her fur baby, Dante, who walked into her life. 
Due to current conditions, a celebration of life will be held in Massachusetts at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Silverado Comfort Care and Hospice, 4500 Beltway Drive, Addison, TX 75001. 

Obituary: Joseph William McNamara Sr.

Joseph William McNamara Sr., 97
Joseph William (“Bill”) McNamara Sr., of Hull, died at home on June 11. He was 97.
Mr. McNamara started his ice business, Nantasket Ice, and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Army during WW II, where he fought in five battles, including the Allied Invasion of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. He was honorably discharged as a staff sergeant at the conclusion of the war. 
Upon returning, he joined the Highway Department and then became a Hull firefighter for 32 years. Mr. McNamara was also employed by Funland Park while he co-owned and operated Nantasket Transportation Co. 
After retiring from the Hull Fire Department, he worked at Paragon Park. Not missing a day’s work, he became the Straits Pond Gatekeeper for a number of years. The bridge was later named after him. He was also a member of Post 95. 
He was the beloved husband of the late Marjorie M. (Sammet) McNamara; loving father of Michael J. McNamara and his wife, Pamela J., of Marshfield; Kevin M. McNamara and his wife, Julie, of Naples, Fla.; Wendy L. McLeod and her husband, Michael, of Hanson; Joseph W. (“Billy”) McNamara Jr. and his wife, Carol, of Hull; Mark S. McNamara and his wife, Sharon, of Pembroke; and the late John P. “Jackie” McNamara. He was the loving brother of the late Robert McNamara and the late George McNamara, both of Hull, and adoring grandfather of 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Mr. McNamara is survived by his devoted companion and loving dog, Daisy. 
Bill was a devoted husband for more than 70 years. There were not many times you would see one without the other. They will now be together forever. 
Due to the pandemic, a private wake will be held, followed by a private Mass at St. Ann’s Church and interment in Hull Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Scituate Animal Shelter, 780 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, MA 02066. To share a remembrance with the family, visit: https://www.mcnamara-sparrell.com/obituary/JosephBill-McNamara.

Obituary: Michael J. McGrath

Michael J. McGrath, 36 
Michael J. McGrath, of Hull, died suddenly on June 5. He was 36.  
Michael was born on the 4th of July, 1983, in Weymouth. Although he worked as a mechanic, Michael’s true love was always music. He was happiest playing music with his many friends and beloved family.  
He leaves his loving mother, Mary McGrath Beers, of Hull; his stepfather, William Beers, of Rockland; siblings Colleen Dunne and Brendan Beers, both of Hull; and many cousins and close friends. He was preceded in death by his much-loved grandfathers, Stuart Beers and Charles “Pep” McGrath.
A Celebration of Life will be held in late summer. For additional information and the online guestbook, visit www.DowningChapel.com.
“Such a long, long time to be gone, and a short time to be there.” 

Obituary: Patricia A. Vaillancourt

Patricia A. Vaillancourt, 86 
Patricia A. (Viapiano) Vaillancourt, 86, of Hull, has died after a brief illness. She was 86.
Pat grew up in Quincy and graduated from Quincy High School in 1952. She lived in Hull for 62 years where she raised her six children with her former husband, Donald R. Vaillancourt, now deceased. She loved living near the ocean, going to the beach, gardening, and spending time with family, friends, and neighbors. She had a great sense of humor. 
Pat worked for Talbots for many years, retiring in 1999. 
She is survived by her six children and their families: Steven Vaillancourt and his wife, Elizabeth, of Marshfield; Diane Richardi and her husband, Joseph, of Braintree; Robert Vaillancourt and his wife, Karen, of Millersville, Pa.; Patricia Quill and her husband, Jerry, of Boston; Peter Vaillancourt and his wife, Joy, of Riverview, Fla.; and James Vaillancourt, of Hull. She leaves 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. 
She is also survived by her brothers Anthony Viapiano and his wife, Kathleen, of Quincy, and Vincent Viapiano and his wife, Carol, of The Villages in Florida, and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Maria Viapiano, and her sister, Isabel Cox, of Rockland. 
The family would like to thank the kind and respectful attention of the Hull Fire Department for its many years of emergency service to Pat whenever it was needed. 
Donations in her name can be made to South Shore Elder Services of Braintree. The family will hold a private graveside service at a later date.

Obituary: Richard Vincent Perry

Richard Vincent Perry 
Richard Vincent Perry, of Hull, died on June 8.
He was the husband of the late Barbara Ann (Devine) Perry and son of the late E. Viola (Tobin) and Philip Perry. He was the loving father of Thomas and his wife, Maureen, of Plymouth; Louis and his wife, Lori, of Hull; Susan and her husband, Bill, of Winthrop; Philip and his wife, Janice, of South Weymouth; and Richard and his wife, Nicole, of Hull. He is survived by 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Viola Pike, Dorothea Lucier, Phyllis Devaney, Frances Buckley, Catherine Ryan, and Irving Perry; he leaves many special nieces and nephews. 
Dick loved golf, playing cards, and his many trips to Florida and Saratoga. He had many special friends in his life. He was a member of the Hull VFW, a life member of the Winthrop Elks, and a member of the American Legion in Jamaica Plain. 
He was retired from the Jamaica Plain Post Office after a long career. He was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, serving during the Korean War, and was so proud of the service men and women of today. 
Funeral services will be private with immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, our family would be honored if you make a donation to Campbellchristmasangels.org.

Obituary: Triantafylos G. Xypteras

Triantafylos G. Xypteras, 88 
Triantafylos G. Xypteras died on May 19. The Xypteras family patriarch succumbed to the COVID-19 virus following a brave 22-day battle. He was 88.
By all accounts, “Tony” as he was known, led an interesting life. As a young teenager, he was forced to flee into the mountains of his home on the Greek island of Lesvos ahead of the advancing World War II Axis powers. While in exile there, he helped the Greek Resistance as it waged a guerilla campaign until the war ended.
Following the end of hostilities, Tony the youngest of four children, sailed for America and made his way to the Boston area where, with the help of extended family and the local Greek community, he began his new life. It was here that he met and married the love of his life, the late Lydia (Stavrou) Xypteras.
In the early 1970s, he founded Tony and Sons Landscaping Co. of Brookline and Newton, which he owned and operated for the next 25 years. Upon retirement he moved full-time to Hull where he continued his love of gardening, spending time with his growing brood of grandchildren, and, most importantly, loving and worshipping the Lord. His passing has left a deep void in those he loved and in turn loved him. 
Tony was pre-deceased by his loving wife Lydia; his son, William T. Xypteras; his oldest grandchild, T.J. Pekkanen; and his son-in- law, David Pekkanen. He is survived by his oldest son, George T. Xypteras, and his daughter, Jennie (Xypteras) Pekkanen.
He also leaves behind his loving grandchildren: Tony W. Xypteras and his fiancée, Sarah Moran; Triant G. Xypteras; David J. Pekkanen; Lydia (Pekkanen) Maloney and her husband, Conner Maloney; and Zoe V. Xypteras. He also leaves his former daughter-in-law, Vicki S. Xypteras, and many nieces, nephews, and family friends.
Funeral arrangements for Tony, in the care of C. C. Shepherd Funeral Home, were private due to the coronavirus crisis. Visit www.CCShepherd.com to leave a message for the family. 

Obituary: John Richard Watts

John Richard Watts, 61 
John Richard Watts died at his home in Hull on May 30. He was 61.
Born in South Boston Harold and Helen (Murphy) Watts, John received his bachelor’s degree from Suffolk University in 1984 and became a well-respected salesman in the Greater Boston area for 35 years. 
On June 13, 1987, he married his childhood sweetheart, Kathleen Ann McGuire. Together they raised three children in Braintree: Matthew, U.S. Army; Bridget, of Dorchester; and Emma, of Quincy. 
John is survived by his sister, Debbie Martin, of Hull, and four brothers; Jim Watts, of Hull; Joe Watts, of Norwell; Jay Watts, of Weymouth; and David Watts, of Holbrook. He also leaves several nieces, nephews, and cousins of the Murphy, Flynn, Brennan, Watts, and McGuire families.
John’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, and his gracious and compassionate spirit. John was an avid beachgoer and enjoyed spending his time with family and friends. His selfless characteristics and devotion to his family will be sorely missed.
In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory can be made to the Norwell Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell, MA 02061. For additional information and the online guestbook, visit www.DowningChapel.com.
A Mass and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

Obituary: Valeria Madeline Colombatto Brown

Valeria Madeline Colombatto Brown, 93
Valeria Madeline Colombatto Brown, of Hull and formerly of Farmington Hills, Mich., and Santa Fe, N.M., died on May 18 at the Life Care Center of the South Shore in Scituate. She was 93.
Born in Chicago to the late Joseph John and Valeria Agnes (Zygutis) Colombatto, she grew up in Detroit where she attended Cooley High School and earned money hand-painting silk neckties. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in fine arts at Wayne State University, later becoming certified as the first art therapist in Michigan and as a counselor by the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists. As a fine artist, Valeria was represented by the Rubiner Gallery in Michigan 
Valeria studied group therapy at Esalen under Fritz Perls. After teaching art at Oakland Community College, she served as an adjunct assistant professor of psychiatry at Harper Hospital in the Detroit Medical Center. 
Upon retiring, Valeria bravely established a new life in remote Abiquiu, N.M., enthralled by the West and New Mexico’s Native American and Hispanic cultures. With her husband James, she built an adobe home and found a place in the community of artists there. She sold paintings privately through the annual Abiquiu Studio Tour. She also was an accomplished cook and ballroom dancer as well a lover of the outdoors. 
In their later years, she and James resettled in Santa Fe for a decade before joining his daughter and her family in their restored fishermen’s boarding house in Hull. 
Valeria was the beloved wife of the late James Howard Brown, who died in 2019. With her first husband, the late Dr. Mario Petrini, she had six children, as well as a foster child, Ubaldo Rodriguez. She was the devoted mother of Elisa Petrini of New York; Mark Petrini and his wife, Deborah Jones, of New York; Odette Petrini, of Michigan; Matthew Petrini, of South Carolina; John Petrini and his partner, Sarah Curtis, of New York; Andrea Petrini and her partner, John Lee, of New York; and Darcy Brown Doty and her husband, Dean, of Hull. She was the loving grandmother of Henry and Lucas Petrini, of New York; Iris Zhong Tao McNally, of Michigan; Matthew David and Heaven Arnetta Petrini, of Michigan; Ramona Petrini and Joseph Petrini, of New York; and Thea and James Doty, of Hull. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Joseph Colombatto and Dorothea Colombatto Brown. 
Valeria will be interred privately at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date on Cape Cod. Commemorative donations can be made in her name to the Detroit Institute of Arts (https://www.dia.org/support) and to Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, N.M., (https://www.ghostranch.org). 
Normally, the funeral is an opportunity for the community to gather in support of one another. Although we cannot gather together with Valeria’s family at this time, friends can still offer their support by visiting www.Keohane.com and sharing a special memory or message. For those who cannot access the website, call 1-800-KEOHANE to have your message added.