Obituary: Kathleen Emery

Kathleen Emery, at 87

Kathleen (MacLeod) Emery of Hull passed away on May 19, 2023 at the age of 87.
Born in Quincy to the late Alexander and Alice (Cahill) MacLeod, she graduated from Archbishop Williams High School and worked for 40 years in transportation for special needs students for the Hanover School Department, while also working as a florist from her home. She authored children’s books and a memoir of her own life.
Mrs. Emery is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Lloyd F. Emery, and six children: Lynne Marie Shaw of Seymour, CT; Paul C. Lunetta and his wife, Melissa, of Sanford, ME; Mark S. Lunetta and his wife, Kathy, of Middleboro; David Lunetta and his wife, Maggie, of Wareham; Michael Lunetta and his wife, Becky, of Randle, WA; and Brian J. Lunetta and his wife, Crystal of Glide, OR. She also is survived by three stepchildren: Judith A. Gullage and her husband, Wayne, of Hanover; Steven L. Emery and his wife, Caroline, of Marshfield, and Thomas M. Emery and his wife, Rebecca ,of New London, NH; 17 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to the funeral service on June 17 at St. John the Evangelist, 172 Main St. Hingham, at 11 a.m. Donations can be made in Mrs. Emery’s memory to the Lewy Body Dementia Association at lbda.org/donate.

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

Obituary: Marjorie A. Bowes

Marjorie A. Bowes

 Marjorie A. Bowes of Boston and Hull passed away on Feb. 15, 2023.

She was the loving daughter of the late John Bowes and Rita Bowes Watts, loving sister of Rita Abraham of Hull, Susan Cooney of Vermont, and the late Ellen Bowes. Loving aunt of Greg and Dan Abraham, and Glen and Shannon Cooney. Special grand-aunt of Dylan, Kayla, Grace, and Nora Abraham.

Ms. Bowes was a flight attendant for Eastern Airlines for 27 years traveled the world. She loved every minute of it!

She retired from John Hancock and managed time for courses at Boston University. Ms. Bowes also enjoyed volunteering at MFA Boston.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 14 at 10 a.m. in St. Ann’s Church. Arrangements were completed by the Keohane Funeral Home.

Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.

Obituary: Edward W. Webb

Edward W. Webb, at 73

Edward W. Webb, 73, of Hull, passed away on May 5, 2023 in the West Roxbury VA Medical Center after a long illness. He lived in Hull with the love of his life, Cheryl, for 32 years.

Mr. Webb graduated from Hull High School and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving with distinction in Okinawa during the Vietnam War. He returned home and became a certified commercial diver and started his own company, working on projects all over the country. Local projects included repairing the Queen Elizabeth II when she was docked in Boston Harbor. He also participated in expeditions locating and recovering  historic sunken vessels in South America and the Caribbean.

Mr. Webb truly was a renaissance man. His main passion was his unique finished carpentry work. He also loved to cook, bake, and work on any type of automobile. He felt most comfortable working and enjoyed time spent on his boat. He also liked spending time in Maine with his friends that he had formed during his many business ventures, and loved to reconnect with friends and classmates, especially at his class reunions.

During his illness, he still managed to finish projects he was passionate about, and never complained. Mr. Webb was always willing to help anyone in need and had a very big heart when it came to animals, from dogs to macaws to rabbits of all kinds.

Mr. Webb will be missed and lovingly remembered by his best friend and partner, Cheryl, and his pet rabbits in Hull. He is survived by his sisters June, Irene, and Fay of Florida, and brother Foster of Cape Cod. He was the son of the late Foster and Alda Webb and was predeceased by his brother, Wayne. Mr. Webb leaves behind many other extended family members and friends.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, June 9 from 1-4 p.m.  at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel 21 Pond St., Hingham. There will be a graveside service on Saturday, June 10 at 10 a.m. at Hull Village Cemetery. A celebration of life to follow at Local 02045 restaurant, 2 A St., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

Obituary: Edward P. Londergan

Edward P. Londergan, at 76

Edward P. “Happy” Londergan, 76, of Hull, formerly of Roslindale, passed away peacefully at home on May 11, 2023.

He was born on February 28, 1947 in Boston. Mr. Londergan was the devoted husband of Maryellen (Shaughnessy) Londergan for 52 years; the devoted father of Kathleen Burnett of Weymouth, Sean Londergan of Hull, Matthew Londergan and his wife, Nichole, of Hull, and Elizabeth Londergan of Hull.

He was the dear brother of his twin, Eileen Kane, of Dracut, Paul Londergan of Walpole, Patricia Murray of Walpole, Regina Paul of Morgantown, West Virginia, Jerry Londergan of Saint John, and Eugene Londergan of Dedham.

Mr. Londergan was the grandfather of Christopher Londergan, Joseph Burnett, Christine Burnett, Dillon Spadea, Kelly Reilly, Sarah Burnett, Haylee Londergan, and Nicholas Londergan, and the great-grandfather of Matthew and Luna Burnett. 

He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Ann (Kiley), brother William “Bill,” and his dear Aunt Catherine Kiley, “Auntie Sisi.”

Mr. Londergan was a proud member of the Iron Workers Local 7 for 32 years. He didn’t consider it work because he loved this job so much. He took great pride in his contribution to building Boston’s skyscrapers, particularly the John Hancock Tower, Children’s Hospital, and the Horizons, located in his neighborhood of Hull. One of his favorite moments was his two sons walking the beams with him on the Horizons building. Mr. Londergan was a leader and took pride in teaching and mentoring his young and old colleagues the tricks of the trade. He was overjoyed that his son Matthew followed in his footsteps, working for Local 7.

After retirement, Mr. Londergan served the Jesuit community at Boston College for over 20 years. He loved his “part-time retirement job” of taking care of all the priests’ cars. He was their “go-to man” who enjoyed spending time joking around with the priests and all the staff.

Mr. Londergan loved his home in Hull, especially sitting on the porch. He was the consummate host of many holidays, cookouts, birthday parties, and celebrations, and was a fixture at Hull High School athletic events for all his children’s and grandchildren’s games. He would often be seen filming his kids’ football, basketball, and hockey games. He always stayed busy puttering around the house and spent a lot of time in his garage, affectionately known as Happy’s Haven. He was known near and far as “Mr. Fix-It.” An avid reader, he was always with a book, and he never missed watching his beloved Boston Red Sox. 

He was a father figure to all the neighborhood kids and a grandfather to many more. Happy was a kind, funny, friendly, loving soul and was loved by many. He will be deeply missed. 

Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, May 23, between 4-7 p.m. at the McNamara-Sparrell Funeral Home, 1 Summer St., Cohasset. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, May 24, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 208 Samoset Ave. A private burial will happen at a later date at the Hull Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to A Walk To Remember, 6 Rockview Rd., Hull, MA 02045 or The Jimmy Fund, www.jimmyfund.org.

Visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com for the online guestbook.

Obituary: Ellen Murphy

Ellen Murphy, at 92

 Ellen (McElaney) Murphy of Las Vegas, formerly of Hull, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2023. Mrs. Murphy grew up in Newton, in Our Lady Help of Christian Parish. She was the youngest of six brothers and one sister. She summered in Hull for years with her family and later made Hull her full-time home with her husband, Bill, and their five children: Paula, Stephen, Gregory, Mark, and Blake. She has three grandsons: Miles, Sean, and Ryan, and three great-grandchildren: Connor, Teddy, and Elizabeth.

For many years, Mrs. Murphy enjoyed working at the Hull Public Library. She had an extraordinary soprano singing voice which could be heard in Hull church choirs, or as a soloist at other functions. She enjoyed real estate investing and owned a few homes in and out of Hull. No matter where she lived, her heart was always in Hull, where she enjoyed reading or strolling on its shores.

Mrs. Murphy was a smart, kind, friendly, lovely woman who lived a full, successful, beloved life. She will live on in the hearts of her family and all who knew her. 

Obituary: Robert Mitchell

Robert Mitchell, at 56

Robert George (“Bobby,” “Bob”) Mitchell, 56, of Hull and Quincy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 23, 2023. He was born on Nov. 16, 1966 in Weymouth, and was predeceased by his parents, Randall and Georgine Mitchell, and sister Michelle LaRosa. Mr. Mitchell was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend to anyone to knew him.

Mr. Mitchell received the bronze medal from the Humane Society for his rescue that saved a man’s life on April 10, 2011. He and his family were most proud of his immediate response of action. He loved vacationing in Key West, listening to Kenny Chesney, spending time on his beloved boat, “The Three Seas,” taking his family and friends around Boston Harbor and visiting the islands.

Mr. Mitchell is survived by his stepmom, Elizabeth Mitchell, brothers Thomas and James Mitchell, stepbrothers, Carl and Terry Olsen, nieces Jamie Bears, Courtney Mitchell, Kerin Mitchell, and Maddie Harig, great-niece Ashley, and great-nephew Austin.

He will be deeply missed. His kindness, love, spirit, and sense of humor will live on forever in our hearts. Services will be held on May 27 at noon at Hull Village Cemetery.

Obituary: Kevin M. Small

Kevin M. Small, at 58

Kevin M. Small, a lifelong Villager of Hull, passed away on April 29, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with cancer at the age of 58.

Mr. Small was very proud that he grew up and worked in Hull Village. He worked as an auto and marine mechanic for more than 40 years, and especially loved spending time with his beloved wife, Dyanne, and his dog, Samantha. They were rarely separated from each other whether they were working or enjoying life after work.

In his spare time, Mr. Small loved fishing, hunting, and watching all of his favorite Boston sports teams, especially the Bruins, who he watched faithfully with his best friends Michael Delaney and Tom Kinnear. He loved to laugh and always was quick with a one-liner.

Mr. Small is loved by many and is survived by his wife Dyanne, dog Samantha, sisters Elizabeth Small and Cheryl White, both of Hull, and Carol Clark of California. He was the son of the late Veronica and Earl F. Small, Sr., and was predeceased by his sister Janice and brother Earl F. Small, Jr. Mr. Small leaves behind many other extended family members and friends.

Although we miss Kevin, he faced his cancer bravely. He was never left to face it alone, Dyanne was always by his side, advocating for him, taking care of him, giving him as much normalcy and joy as is possible given the situation of the last five years. They are each other’s heroes and through it all, they were strong together. Now their fight is over, and he no longer needs to endure any pain. He is at peace. Together to the end, at home. The way he wanted it to be.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel, 21 Pond St, Hingham. A celebration of life will follow from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club. There will also be a burial service at 12:30 p.m. at Hull Village Cemetery on Sunday, May 21.

For the online guest book visit www.downingchapel.com. 

Obituary: Julanne McCarthy

Julanne McCarthy, at 76

Julanne (Julie) McCarthy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at age 76 after a brief respiratory illness. She was born in Boston to Charles and Catherine McCarthy, and spent her formative years on the South Shore in Squantum and Scituate, spending many happy summers at Nantasket Beach in Hull near her maternal grandparents, the Kincaid family.

She completed high school in Madison, N.J., but returned to Boston to graduate from Emmanuel College. She went on to earn additional degrees in nursing and anthropology from Wichita State University, Indiana University, and the University of Illinois.

Ms. McCarthy held supervisory nursing and quality assurance positions and worked in Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado, and spent 10 years working for the Bahrain Defence Force Hospital while her husband, Gordon Davis, was supervising the opening of Bahrain’s new national museum.

Ms. McCarthy never hesitated to pass up an opportunity to travel, having visited Ethiopia, Zanzibar, Botswana, India, Australia, Peru, China, and many Middle Eastern and European countries. Years later, she joined her husband in Kurdistan while he was supervising the rebuilding of the Iraqi National Museum. 

Ms. McCarthy received many awards and research grants, and published in the area of nursing, including writing a chapter in the International Encyclopedia of Sexuality. She enjoyed sewing and reading, which were both portable activities between her homes in Massachusetts and Colorado. She was always drawn back to the Boston area in spring and fall while enjoying the Colorado mountain air in summer.

She had many nieces and nephews, including grandnieces and nephews and had recently discovered relatives nearby in the Boston area as she actively pursued family genealogical research. 

Ms. McCarthy will be missed and lovingly remembered by family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Gordon, of Colorado and Massachusetts, sisters Sarah (Tommy) and Carol Lou (Peter) of New Jersey, Mary Beth (Bobby) of New York, Sue Ellen of Arkansas; brothers James of New Jersey and Colorado, Brian of New Jersey and Tennessee, and Robert (Carol) of Pennsylvania. Two brothers, Richard and Shawn of New Jersey, preceded her in death.

A memorial is being planned for a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Julanne McCarthy may be made to Wellspring Multi-Service Center, wellspringmultiservice.org/donate and Denver Rescue Mission, denverrescuemission.org/give. 

Obituary: Nora A. French

Nora A. French, at 94

Nora A. French of Hingham, formerly of Hull, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 2, 2023. She was 94.

She was born in County Galway, Ireland to Mary (Meehan) and James Patton. Mrs. French was raised in County Galway and attended St. Mary’s School. When she was 21, she immigrated to the United States, where she would call home for the rest of her life. Shortly after moving to the U.S., she met Chester French. They were married in 1951 and had four children. 

Mrs. French was very generous with her time. When she wasn’t caring for her family, she volunteered at the Anne M. Scully Senior Center, and delivered for Meals on Wheels. She had a kind heart that was warmed when caring for others. She volunteered with the senior center for more than 20 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed going for walks and attending concerts at the Bernie King Pavilion on Nantasket Beach. Above all else, Mrs. French enjoyed time spent with family. 

Beloved wife of 26 years of Chester French. Devoted mother of William French and his wife, Mickey, of New York, Jeanne Doyle of Scituate and her late husband, Jay, Daniel French and his wife, Lisa, of Hull, and the late Patricia French. Cherished grandmother of Jenifer Doyle Ferrick, Patricia Williams and her husband, John, James French, and Jason French. Great-grandmother of Julianna Ferrick.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visitation on Saturday, April 15, from 11 a.m. to noon at St. Mary’s Parish in St. Ann’s Church. The funeral Mass will immediately follow the visitation at noon. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mrs. French may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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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.

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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.