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David McIntyre - Unknown - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: David “Butch” McIntyre, 93, of Newtonville passed away on April 13, 2022 at Stone Rehabilitation in Newton after a brief illness.  Dave was predeceased by his beloved wife of 62 years Martha (McElroy) McIntyre.  He is survived by his twelve children: David and his wife Michelle, Virginia and her husband Timothy Ward, Kathleen and her husband Dale Bishop, Kevin, Brian and his wife Donna, Trish and her husband Paul Sampson, Richard and his wife Karen, Susan and her husband Lee Waxman, Mary, Christopher and his wife Mercé, Elizabeth and her husband John Cotter, and Michael and his wife Kelly. He is also survived by 33 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

He leaves behind his loving sister Margaret Weinstock and sister-in-law Marguerite L. (Millette) McIntyre.  He was also the brother of the late Marianna Burke, Dr. Robert Edward McIntyre, Dr. Kevin Michael McIntyre and Ronald Anthony McIntyre.

David was a proud graduate of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Mission Hill) High School, where he met his future wife Martha in his junior year.  After a brief stint at Boston College, he enlisted in the US Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Alaska as a radio operator until his honorable discharge in September 1953.  Upon returning home he attended the night program at Northeastern University where he achieved a B.B.A. degree.

David held a number of positions over the years to support his growing family including employment at MIT Lincoln Laboratories, the Employment and Economic Policy Administration, E.D.I.C. and at Communities for People, Inc.  He found his most cherished calling in service to others, and volunteered for two decades as a counselor for Rescue, Incorporated, a suicide prevention hotline founded by the late Fr. Kenneth Murphy.  David is credited with having saved many lives.  He also volunteered as an usher at Our Lady Help of Christians Church for over 40 years.  He and Martha enjoyed their membership in the Gold Band Club at Our Lady’s.

In his waning years nothing delighted David more than visits with his children, keeping up with the accomplishments of the grandchildren, relaxing with his crossword puzzles, petting his canine friends Loki and Buddy and catching a breeze on his porch.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 27 at 10:30 a.m. in Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Newton followed by interment with US Army Military Honors in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, West Roxbury. Visiting hours will be in the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home, 465 Centre St., Newton Corner on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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Joseph N Smiroldo Sr. - Unknown - April 03, 2022

Departed: 04/03/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Joseph Smiroldo, 88 years old of Newton, MA, died peacefully on April 3, 2022 at The Arbors Assisted Living in Stoneham, MA after a courageous battle with cancer.

Joe is survived by Gloria, his beloved wife of over 60 years, his son John, daughter-in-law Susane and their three beautiful children Valentina, Lorenzo and Antonella, plus many relatives in Virginia, Pennsylvania, NY and other parts of the country. He was predeceased by his son Joseph Jr., who died in 2021 after a lengthy illness.

Joe was born and raised in Buffalo NY, and received a BA from St. Charles Seminary NY and an MBA from Boston College. He spent the majority of his career in managerial roles at Honeywell, where he was known for his integrity and fiercely strong work ethic. He also taught graduate studies at both Bentley College and Boston College.

Joe and Gloria were married in 1961. He adored Gloria, dedicating himself to her happiness, and as they grew older took meticulous care of her every need. Joe was a devoted and selfless father, and no sacrifice was too great. His greatest hopes were for their well being and success. He had a brilliant mind, was strong willed and enjoyed writing and conversing with others. His many years in the Seminary rooted his Catholic faith. Joe loved God and celebrated the miracle of God’s love, often saying “my faith is my rock”. His primary parish was Our Lady Help of Christians in Newton, where he worshipped faithfully and volunteered with great joy and unstinting generosity.

A funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Newton, MA, at 10:30am on Saturday April 9, preceded by a viewing in the vestibule of the church, from 9:30 to 10:30AM.

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Stuart W Macomber - Unknown - March 25, 2022

Departed: 03/25/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Stuart W. Macomber of Newton Centre passed away on March 25, 2022. He was 84.

Stuart was born in Hudson, MA and had been a resident of Newton for over 50 years. He was a graduate of WPI and had had a variety of careers from being an engineer, a stock broker, a bookshop owner and a lobsterman.

Stuart is survived by his wife Marie (Crowley) Macomber, his 4 sons Scott, Lee (and his wife Karol), Todd (and his wife Michelle), and Chris (and his wife Debra), and his 9 grandchildren Nathan, Kristian, Noe, David, Carlin, Ayla, Ryan, Maya and Nicholas. He is also survived by his brother Richard and his sister Nancy Nickerson. Stu was a man of many talents and interests, and was a lifelong engineer regardless of his current occupation. It was rare for Stu to find a machine that he couldn't fix, and he was happy to take it apart to see how it worked regardless.  Through genes and by example, Stu, like his father Ken before him, did his best to pass these talents to his children and grandchildren.   Stu was also reluctant to throw things away, knowing that they could come in useful some day.  And sure enough, they did sometimes.  Stu's sons will have to divide these things among themselves, since his wife Marie will have none of that anymore.

Stu always loved the sea.  He built his own boat as a teenager for mossing and for fishing a few lobster pots.  When later he became a stock broker, on his breaks he would walk down to the harbor in Boston and watch the lobster boats coming and going, which reignited his desire to work on the sea.  He was eventually able to follow that dream when he bought his own commercial 'Novi' lobster boat, the 'Seacomber'.

Stuart was known by all to be a thoughtful, warm, and generous man. He will be greatly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Mon Mar 28 from 4-7 PM in the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home 465 Centre St. Newton Corner.

Funeral service will be private.

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Barbara Ann Zani - Unknown - March 22, 2022

Departed: 03/22/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Ann (Brown) Zani died peacefully March 22, 2022 at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ralph in 2014.

Born to Clarence Edwin Brown and Mary (McInerney) on February 26, 1934 in Boston, she grew up in Winthrop with her brother, Paul and sister, Susan (Silva) both of whom are predeceased. She graduated from Arlington High School, after the family moved there.

Barbara met the love of her life when he was a student at Harvard and a lifeguard at the pool where she attended her father’s reunion. They married and went on to raise several children in Newton: Susanna (Suggs), William, Felicia, Anthony, Nathan, Monica, Nicholas, and Alexandra (Trudo). She was pre deceased by her daughter Angela Bauer. She went back to school as an adult, and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Massachusetts Boston. She and Ralph spent summers in Wellfleet, and upon his retirement moved to the Back Bay where they enjoyed the Public Garden, museums, and restaurants on Newbury Street, and were well known and loved by the staff at Davio’s and Paparazzi.

She is survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who have fond memories of family gatherings on the roof deck, especially the Fourth of July fireworks celebrations.

Visiting hours will be in the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home, 465 Centre St, NEWTON CORNER on Sunday March 27 from 4-6 PM.  Words of remembrance will be shared at 6 PM. All other services are private.

In her memory, donations may be made to Rosie’s Place, where she served as a volunteer while living in the Back Bay, or to the Linus Project, a charity where she used to donate hand-knit blankets for children in need.

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Betty DiMella Whitney - Unknown - March 20, 2022

Departed: 03/20/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Betty DiMella Whitneyof Chestnut Hill, MA, died March 20, 2022 at the age of 81. Wife of the late Pat Petronelli, and sister of the late Barbara Struzenski, Betty is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Francis and Nancy DiMella, her brother-in-law William Struzenski, her nieces Karen Koym, Andrea and Leslie DiMella, her grand-nephews Oscar and Jonah Hammarlund, and her grand-nieces Kendall Koym, Kate Koym, Estelle Hammarlund and Harley Freitas

The second daughter of “Chic” and Ang DiMella, Betty was born in Hartford, Connecticut on May 11, 1940, a year to the day after her sister Barbara. She attended school in Hartford until her parents moved to nearby Wethersfield where she graduated from high school. After earning an Associates Degree from the University of Hartford, Betty moved to Boston and became Assistant to a Senior Partner at the law firm of Goulston & Storrs.

After retiring from Goulston, Betty worked at the Harvard Varsity Club as Chief Financial Administrator.  Always an avid sports enthusiast, Betty enjoyed not only engaging regularly with Harvard alumni athletes, but also becoming a mentor to many student athletes who had the advantage of interacting with her. “Betty meant SOOOOOOOOOOO much more to the HVC/Harvard students/alumni than her accounting abilities. She kept everyone real. Every day.”, said Bob Glatz, Executive Director of the HVC.

After a brief first marriage to A. William Whitney, Betty met and married Pat Petronelli, who, with his brother, managed and trained “Marvelous” Marvin Hagler, the famed Brockton born Middleweight Boxing Champion. Betty helped Pat in his work to promote Marvin and enjoyed the excitement and intensity of the boxing world. Betty and Pat loved sports, rides in the country, horse racing and led a happy life with friends and extended family. When Pat later became ill and needed full time nursing care, Betty was with him every day. After Pat’s passing Betty became a volunteer at the nursing home, running bingo games and bringing laughter and play to residents along with her dear friend Margie Bibbo.

Her friendship with Margie led to increasing volunteer work at Mary Immaculate of Lourdes Church in Newton Upper Falls where she developed a close bond with the church’s pastor, Father Charles Higgins. Tapping into her lifelong love of flowers, one of Betty’s major contributions was to beautify the entry and altars of the church with exquisite seasonal floral and plant arrangements.

Everyone who knew Betty knew she was strong in her convictions and always spoke exactly what was on her mind. Her powerful personality shone through with everyone she met and gave her the ability to quickly “break through the ice” and establish rapport even with complete strangers. Many of her family and friends have hilarious stories about Betty and how her “big personality” always captured the room. No one who met her could ever forget her.

Simple in her tastes and generous to a fault, Betty also had signature dishes that she would prepare for family and friends, precisely to her specifications -  everyones’ most loved being her delicate eggplant parmigiana.  We may never make it as well! All who loved Betty will miss her greatly.

Mass in celebration of her life will be held on Friday, March 25th at 10:30am at Mary Immaculate of Lourdes Church at 270 Eliot Street in Newton, MA followed by interment at Newton Cemetery and Arboretum.

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Brijmohan Kaur Phull, MD - Unknown - March 12, 2022

Departed: 03/12/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Brijmohan Kaur Phull, MD, of Newton Centre, passed away on Mar 12, 2022.

Beloved wife of the late Parminder S. Phull, MD. Loving mother of Rattna Phull, her husband Wissam Khoory, and Tavinder Phull. Dear grandmother of Sofia, Sienna, Matteo, Nailah and Anthony and pup Bodhi. Sister of Awtar K. Hoonjan, Hardeep K. Channe, Api Maneet Ahluwalia, Baljeet Suri, Mina Gata-Aura, Kiran Ranhotra, Shally Singh Suri and the late Satwinder Singh Suri. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral ceremony that will be held on Sat Mar 19 at beginning at 10:30 AM in the Newton Cemetery Chapel 791 Walnut St Newton Centre. To view a livestream of the ceremony, go to www.harborview.live.

Visiting hours being held at 400 Waverley Ave, Newton, MA 02458: Wed Mar 16 and Thurs Mar 17 6-8pm, and Sat Mar 19 6-8pm for a celebration of her life.

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James M. Lotter - April 06, 1954 - March 07, 2022

Departed: 03/07/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: James M. Lotter of Newton Massachusetts was born April 6, 1954. He died March 7, 2022. He was the son of Clyde and Patricia Lotter. Jim worked as a florist and spent his life helping people and animals. There are no services scheduled.

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Dr. Andrew Huvos - Unknown - February 18, 2022

Departed: 02/18/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: No description available

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Kathleen Tudor - Unknown - January 13, 2022

Departed: 01/13/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Tudor, Kathleen

Kathy passed in peace Thursday, January 13th, 2022 at the age of 74. Preceded in death by her beloved mother, Mildred Tudor, her father, John Tudor, brothers, Richard and Jack Tudor, and sister, Shirley Tudor.

Kathy will be lovingly remembered by family and close friends as faithful and supportive.  Kathy had a long-standing relationship with Riverside Community Care, Newton; she attributed many of her life successes to their continued encouragement and support.  Kathy was also very grateful for the loving care she received at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Roslindale, MA, these past several years – her “home and family” she often said.

Catholic Funeral Mass will be Thursday, January 20th, 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1321 Centre Street, Newton MA, with burial to follow at Newton Cemetery, Walnut Street, Newton Center, MA.

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Patricia M Hunt - Unknown - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Patricia M (MacGregor) Hunt, of Newtonville, passed away at her home on Jan 12, 2022. She was 95.

Patricia had been a longtime newton resident and was a cofounder of the Parkside Pre School at the Eliot Church in Newton Corer.

Wife of the late Gordon F. Hunt she is survived by her daughters, Sharon H. Cronin and her husband Philip and Gretchen D. Hunt and her husband F. Allyn Hawes, her grandchildren Philip J. Cronin Jr. of Hudson, Patricia C. Dickerson of Deland FL, and Lesley C. O’Shaughnessy of Newtonville and her great grandchildren Brendan, Taylor, and Emma O’Shaughnessy and Sterling, Cameron and Jesse Dickerson. Funeral service will be private. Donations in her name may be made to the Eliot Church of Newton, 474 Centre St Newton Corner

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Anne M Dennehy - Unknown - December 24, 2021

Departed: 12/24/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Anne Dennehy, age 82, long-time resident of Brighton, formerly of County Galway, Ireland, passed away peacefully, on Dec 22, 2021, surrounded by her children after a courageous yearlong battle with esophageal cancer.

Devoted wife to the late Robert Dennehy and loving mother to Michael Dennehy and wife Sharon of Quincy, Cecile Maggiacomo of Salisbury, Tom Dennehy and wife Rochell of Marlborough, Deborah Dennehy Malatantis of Germany, and Neil Dennehy and wife Nancy of Northborough.  Beloved grandmother to Olivia, Sarah and Robert Maggiacomo, Allison and Morgan Dennehy, Maya Malatantis, Tiberius Dennehy, and Abigail and Amelia Dennehy.  Sister to Bridget Murray and husband Vincent, Mary Craffey and her partner Ted Williams, the late Malachi Quinn, the late Angela Ryan and husband Eamon, Bernadette O’Flaherty and husband Eamon, Teresa Malatantis and husband George, and the late Thomas Quinn.  She was also the aunt and grand aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Monday, December 27 from 4-7 PM in the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home 465 Centre St Newton Corner and her Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tues Dec 28 at 10:30 AM in St. Columbkille’s, Church, Brighton.

All attending the visiting hours and Mass are required to wear masks.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Jimmy Fund or American Cancer Society.

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Harold M. Knott - Unknown - December 20, 2021

Departed: 12/20/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Harold M. Knott of Newton passed away peacefully at Newton Wellesley Hospital on Dec. 20, 2021, at the age of 92.

He is predeceased by his parents Montague and Esther Knott, and his two sisters Marjorie Chalmers and Virginia Hebach. He will be greatly missed by his many loving nieces and nephews and their children.

A lifelong resident of Newton Lower Falls, Harold enjoyed his daily walks around the neighborhood and chatting with friends and neighbors. He was a natural storyteller and local historian, and those who knew him loved hearing his stories of growing up, as he would say, “in the good old days of yesteryear.”

Harold enlisted in the US Army and served in the Korean War. Upon his honorable discharge, he attended Boston University and graduated with a BA from the School of Communications. He worked for the railroad until his retirement in 1991.

Harold was a very friendly, easy-going gu who loved the outdoors and spending time with family. He was a master croquet player well into his 90s at the annual Fourth of July cookouts he hosted. He also loved spending summer days with family at Craigville Beach, a beach he had been going to since childhood.

Burial will be private, followed by a memorial service in the spring.

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Rev. Vivienne Harmon Chapman - Unknown - December 17, 2021

Departed: 12/17/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Reverend Vivienne Harmon Chapman passed peacefully just shy of her 94th birthday on Dec 7th, 2021, at Evans Park, Newton Corner MA. Born on Staten Island, New York, she was the second child of Reverend Paul Harmon and Violette Lafferty Chapman. She is survived by four children; Caroline Guild, St. John, U.S.V.I.; Todd Guild, Tokyo, Japan and Atlanta, GA; Katherine Guild, Houston, TX; Sylvia Guild Beaudoin, Weston, MA; and by her elder sister, Paulette Chapman Loomis, of Leeds, MA and her five grandchildren as well as nephews and nieces.

Vivienne graduated from Lexington High School receiving a full scholarship to attend Wellesley College, graduating in 1949 with a major in sociology. During WWII Vivienne worked summers in a CT ammunition factory to supplement her scholarship. She met Sydney Theodore Guild, Jr. (Ted Guild) while he was studying at Harvard College on a blind date, and the two married the day after her graduation in 1949 and later divorced in 1977.  In 1954, the two built a house in the community of Kendal Common, in Weston, MA. She received a master’s degree in English from Tufts University in 1974, completed all requirements except her thesis for a M. Divinity from the Harvard Divinity School in 1977 and, then, studied at the Meadville Lombard Theological School in Chicago, Illinois in 1986-1987.

In her young adulthood, Vivienne was a dedicated mother, and an active volunteer with the League of Women Voters, Friends of the Weston Library, the Boston Interracial Group, and Planned Parenthood.  She was very active in the Unitarian Church in Weston, MA where she had a role with the church's Religious Education Program. From there, she became the Director of Religious Education (DRE) in Milton, Concord, and Fairhaven, MA.

Vivienne had a fierce intellect and enjoyed theater, opera, dance, cooking, gardening, sewing and often made her own clothing as a young mother.  She was an accomplished pianist and trained singer. She was an avid hiker and visited all but four of the US National Parks, often driving long distances and camping out along the way.  Her passion for botany and birds could be seen in her many photographs. She loved the beach and had a beautiful shell collection.

Vivienne received her Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in 1978 and worked as a high school teacher at the Rivers Country Day School in Weston, MA.  She also taught AP English, Drama and Speech, at the St. Martin’s Episcopal School in Metarie, LA. She derived great satisfaction from teaching English to first-generation immigrant women at the community college level at the College of DuPage in IL. Later in her life, she taught English in public high schools on Cape Cod.

Vivienne worked as an education and program consultant to the Vermont and New Hampshire Unitarian Association renewal project from 1972 to 1974 and was accredited in 1975 by the Unitarian Universalist Association to serve as a Director of Religious Education. Between 1975 and 1985, Vivienne served as the Director of Religious Education (DRE) in churches including the First Parish Church, Lexington; First Parish Church in Milton, MA;  First Church in New Orleans; and the All Souls Church in Washington, DC.  She held numerous posts within the Unitarian Universalist Church organization: Board Member of the Massachusetts Bay District Board (1969-1974), the New England Inter-District Board (1971-1975), Co-Chair of the Unitarian Universalist Annual conference (1971-1974), Dean of the Ferry Beach Retreat and Conference Center (1975), and President of the Greater Washington D.C. UU Chapter (1985-1986).

Community service and religious community was central to her life.  Vivienne joined an increasing number of women who sought ordination in the Unitarian Universalist Church. In 1987, she served as Ministerial Intern at the First Unitarian Church, Toledo, OH.  She served as the minister of the First Unitarian Church in Lubbock, TX., where she was ordained in 1988. She returned to Massachusetts and served as Interim and Visiting Minister at the Unitarian Church of Barnstable and the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House of Chatham. She continued to preach and fill in for New England UU ministers into her 80s, preaching at one of her father's parishes in Greenfield, MA on Easter Sunday at age 86. Her sermons are held at the reference library of the Harvard Divinity School in Cambridge, MA.

In 2008, Reverend Chapman retired to South Yarmouth, MA, and in 2015, moved to Evans Park at Newton Corner.

A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at the First Parish Church, 349 Boston Post Rd., Weston, MA. Reception to follow. Covid protocols as stipulated by the church will be followed.

Memorials in her name can be made to the Faith & Family Hospice Foundation, 420 Lakeside Ave., Suite 203A, Marlborough, MA, 01752.

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Thomas King - Unknown - December 16, 2021

Departed: 12/16/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Thomas King passed away on December 16th, 2021 after a brief battle with cancer.  Born in Newton MA in 1930, he was the eldest son of Thomas and Sadie King.  He is survived by his brother, William King, two children, Stephanie Haig and Peter King, a son in law, Scott Haig, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and two nephews.  Tom grew up in Newton Centre and was a 1947 graduate of Newton High School.  He attended Harvard college on a ROTC scholarship, then joined the navy.  Lieutenant King was the youngest serving naval officer at that time.  He was stationed on the WASP aircraft carrier and often declared, “Those three years were some of the best in my life!”.

Following his naval stint, Tom married Mary Perkins, (div 1972-deceased 2020) then attended Harvard law and business schools, graduating from the Business School as a Baker Scholar.  He joined Standex International shortly after and lived in Santiago, Chile as President of the Coca Cola bottling plant.  Eventually, Tom rose to CEO and Chairman of Standex and oversaw the intelligent growth of the company as well as a significant rise in its stock price. An avid reader, stock market devotee, lover of the outdoors, best friend to dogs, golfer, and disciplined exercise devotee, Tom’s common refrain was ‘Everything in moderation—keep to the middle of the road!”

Tom was a fantastic father and a remarkable friend.   He took annual golf trips for over 65 years with ‘The Boys’, a dozen friends from Newton High School, When Tom was your friend, he was your friend always.   His partner Pat Kennedy, his children Peter and Stephanie and relatives miss him tremendously and cherish him dearly.

Private family services were held earlier and interment was at Newton Cemetery.  Gifts in Tom’s memory can be sent to Homes for Our Troops at 6 Main Street, Taunton, Ma 02780, or online at www.hfotusa.org. http://www.hfotusa.org/

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Anne M. Barclay - Unknown - December 05, 2021

Departed: 12/05/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Anne M. (Miskella) Barclay of Newton died unexpectedly Dec 5, 2021.

Anne was a graduate of the Boston City Hospital School of Nursing and had worked as a registered nurse for many years. Anne was a passionate advocate for her children and grandchildren. She spent her life helping to provide for their social, emotional and educational needs. She will be greatly missed by all who were lucky enough to have known her.

Anne was he beloved wife of the late Herbert T. Barclay and loving mother of John A. of VT, Alyssa M. Barclay of Basalt, CO and Crystal L. Barclay of Newton, and dear grandmother of Dean Curran and Chloe Curran and Ava Busuito and the sister of the late Mary Jones and John J. Miskella.

Her funeral will be from the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home 465 Centre St Newton Corner on Tues Dec 14 at 9:30 followed by her Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady Help of Christians Church at 10:30 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Mon 4-7 PM. Interment Newton Cemetery.

Anyone attending the wake or Mass are required to wear a face mask.

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Leo Joseph "Mark" Thomas Jr. - Unknown - December 01, 2021

Departed: 12/01/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Leo Joseph “Mark” Jr. Thomas, formerly of Newton died on Dec 1, 2021. Leo a gradute of Newton High School and Boston State College. Leo retired after 34 years with NE Telephone/Verizon and worked as a teaching assistant at the Horace Mann School in Newton

He was the son of the late Leo J. and Patricia (Kelleher) Thomas and brother of the late Richard L. and Stephen R. Thomas. He is survived by his brother Michael and his wife Donna of TX, his sister in law Janis Thomas of Waltham, his nieces and nephews, Michael Jr and his wife Hannah, Courtney, Jennifer and her husband Dan, Kathleen and her husband Tyler and Stephen and his wife Lindsay and great uncle of Sarah, Daniel, Matthew, Brendan, Raymond, Owen, Wesley, Stephen and Camden.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Mass of Christian Burial on Sat Dec 4 at 10:30 in Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Newtonville. Interment will be private.

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Joan Whoriskey - Unknown - November 28, 2021

Departed: 11/28/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Joan (Schermerhorn) Whoriskey, of Hunnewell Hill, Newton and Egypt Beach, Scituate, passed away on Nov 28, 2021.

Joan was born in Boston and raised in Wellesley. She lived in Dover, MA before moving to Newton where she made her home for over fifty years. Joan was a homemaker extraordinaire. She kept a household of twelve people running, attending children’s sporting and theatre events, outfitting all in her signature homemade sweaters and sending her daughters off to school dances in her one of a kind homemade dresses that she sewed. She enjoyed summering at Egypt Beach in Scituate for many years surrounded by family. She always knew when it was low tide and the best time to swim out to first rock with the grand-children. Joan enjoyed family functions, her bridge club meetings, chatting or lending a hand with her neighbors and singing with the Newton Community Chorus.

Joan was the beloved wife of Dr. Frederick G. Whoriskey who predeceased her. Joan is survived by her sister Margaret “Peg” (Schermerhorn) Sears of Hopkinton, MA and her sister-in-law Jocelyn M. Schermerhorn. Her brother Horace Schermerhorn and brother in-law Donald Sears predeceased her. Joan is also survived by nine of her ten children and their spouses Dr. Fred Whoriskey Jr. and his wife Lise Paquin, Gail Zwerling and her husband Dr. Hayward Zwerling, Claire Holland Esq. and her husband George Holland, Dr. Susan Whoriskey and her husband Dr. Douglas Barker, Julie Jordan and her husband John Jordan, Stirling Somers and her husband Eric Somers Esq., John Whoriskey and his wife Julie Whoriskey, Mary Beth Hanssens and her husband Kent Johnson and Sarah Sabers. Her son Douglas Whoriskey predeceased her. She is the beloved grandmother of nineteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

A private funeral service will be held. The Family invites all to attend a Luncheon Celebration of Joan’s Life at her daughter Julie Jordan’s home at 50 Winfield St, Needham MA, 02492 on Thursday Dec.2nd at 1:30 PM.

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Charles Robert "Bob" Sprich - Unknown - November 17, 2021

Departed: 11/17/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Charles Robert Sprich (Bob) passed away peacefully on November 17, 2021. He was 83. Devoted husband of Carolyn Sprich. He leaves his daughter, Susan Sprich and her partner Jean-Claude Paul, his son, Steven Sprich and his wife Gina Sprich. Cherished grandfather of Marissa Buckminster, Lauren Buckminster and Maya Sprich, and step-grandfather of Julien Paul and Gabriel Paul

He attended St. Louis Country Day School and went on to receive an undergraduate degree from MIT and a doctorate from Tufts University. He spent 39 years as a Professor of English and Media Studies at Bentley University, teaching literature and film. Always passionate about film, Bob was instrumental in saving the Coolidge Corner Theater and was a founding member of the Coolidge Corner Theater Foundation.

There will be a service held at Grace Episcopal Church in Newton in the Spring.

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Richard H Benes - Unknown - November 14, 2021

Departed: 11/14/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Richard H Benes of West Newton died suddenly Nov 14, 2021 at his home. He was 74

Rick was a lifelong Newton resident and a graduate of Newton High School in 1965. He served with the US Army during the Vietnam war. He worked for the City of Newton Engineering Dept for over 50 years. He had been active with the Boy Scouts and loved fishing, camping, golfing and gardening.

Rick is survived by his wife Susan (O’Brien) Benes, his children Richard and his wife Sarah of Natick, Cassandra Hoeksema and her husband William of Ashburnham and Valerie Corson and her husband Fred of Natick and many grandchildren.

Relatives and friends will gather on Thurs Nov 18 at 10 AM at the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home 465 Centre St Newton Corner for his procession to Newton Cemetery for his interment with US Army Military Honors at 11 AM. Visiting hours will be in the funeral home on Wed from 4-7 PM.

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Charles B Cronin - Unknown - November 10, 2021

Departed: 11/10/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Charles B Cronin, 91 , of Hyannis, died suddenley on Nov 10, 2021 at his home.

Charlie was born in Newton and had worked as a auto repairman for many years until he joined the Newton Pbblic Schools as a custodian. He retired as a Sr Custodian from Newton North High School.

He was the husband of the late Connie (Silvia) Cronin and father of the late Christopher Cronin. He is survived by his daughter Sandra Cronin,  his son Christopher Cronin, his half brother Alan Grigas his daughter in law Melissa Cronin and his grandchildren Alexis and Cameron.  He was the father of the late Colin Cronin.

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Philip Wong - Unknown - November 06, 2021

Departed: 11/06/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Philip Wong, age 84, of Boston, MA passed away suddenly on Sunday October 31, 2021.  Phil was the beloved husband of Joy (Don) Wong with whom he shared 46 years of marriage.  He was the devoted father of Danny Wong and his wife Katie of Newton MA and cherished Yeh-Yeh (grandfather) to Dylan, Ellie and Josie Wong.  He is survived by many loving brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.  Phil spent the unexpected last day of his life with his wife and grandchildren, who were everything to him.  He was the kindest and most humble man, who was determined to make everyone’s days brighter with a delicious meal, shooting endless pictures, and his kind smile.

Phil grew up in Boston's Chinatown, the youngest of five children born to Edward and Helen Wong.  He graduated at the top of his class from Boston Technical High School in 1955 and from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1959.  On March 30, 1975, Phil married Joy and settled in Lexington to raise Danny.  Phil worked for over thirty years as a chemical engineer for the Army Materials and Mechanics Research Center (AMMRC) at the Watertown Arsenal.  He published his novel work, for which he was awarded a patent.  He came out of retirement to follow his passion for engineering before ultimately settling into his most favorite job of all--Yeh Yeh to Dylan, Ellie and Josie.

Phil's life centered around his family.  He was most content when spending his days gallivanting with Joy as they prepared meals or spent hours searching for the perfect gift to bring smiles to the faces of his grandchildren.  He was happiest when his family was together and cared for and would go out of his way making stops at numerous places to bring everyone’s favorite foods.  Phil was always quietly watching, with a big smile on his face and a camera in his hand, capturing all the moments.  He enjoyed reading, cooking, skiing, playing tennis and eating, especially Dim Sum with family and friends.  Phil will be missed tremendously and will always be remembered as a loyal, patient, kind hearted, family centered man.

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Edward James McCabe - Unknown - November 01, 2021

Departed: 11/01/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Edward J. McCabe of Newton and Bristol NH, died on Nov 1, 2021.

Ed was the loving husband of Lisa (Waldvogel) McCabe and loving father of Edward and his wife Lisa and Kendra McCabe all of Waltham. Son of the late John and Margaret (Marcellino) McCabe. He was the brother of John of GA, Debbie Garcia of Waltham, Dan of GA, Tina Farrell of No. Attleboro, Tim of Brockton and the late Diane McCabe. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. His dog Rocket will deeply miss him.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to visiting hours on Thurs Nov 4 from 5-7 PM in the Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home 465 Centre St Newton Corner.

Funeral services will be private. Ed enjoyed his NH life on Newfound Lake in Bristol.

Flowers are appreciated or a donation in Ed’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl, Memphis TN 38105/www.stjude.org/donate.

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Edward Harrington - Unknown - October 24, 2021

Departed: 10/24/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Edward Harrington of Newton Centre died at the Newton Wellesley Hospital on Oct 22, 2021.

Ed was the beloved husband of Janet (Cipriano) Harrington and brother of Margaret and her husband David Duran, Diane Harrington, and Gerald and his wife Susan Harrington and brother in law of Linda Devoll and her husband Cabot, and Michael Cipriano and his wife Patricia. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Ed served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War and was a graduate of UMASS Amherst. He worked for the US Treasury for over 25 years then founded EJ Harrington Associates, a banking consulting firm in 1985. Ed loved swimming, golf, was a food and wine enthusiast and loved to grill and barbeque in the back yard.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wed Oct 27 in Sacred Heart Church, Newton Centre, at 10:30 AM.   Interment with US Air Force Military Honors will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Needham.

Donations in his name to MGH Fund, 125 Nashua St., Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114, would be appreciated.

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Hoa Dien Truong - Thi Fuller - Unknown - October 20, 2021

Departed: 10/20/2021 (Newton)

Obituary Preview: Hoa Dien Truong-Thi Fuller was born in the Province of Thua Thien in Central Vietnam in the early part of the 20th century. She graduated from the famous Dong Khanh high school for girls where she also taught for a few years.  She left for Paris to pursue her higher education, first at the Sorbonne, and then at one of France’s prestigious ‘grandes ecoles’, “Ecole des Hautes Etudes Commerciales” known as HEC. She was the very first Vietnamese woman to be admitted at a time when very few women were even considered by that institution.  She liked to say that many of the Vietnamese men grumbled at her audacity to attend HEC. But she dared, dared she.  She was lucky to have a professor on her side when her graduation thesis on the rice economy in Vietnam was critical of the French colonial policies.  In the middle of all these, she married and had two daughters, Tuong-Van (Lili) and Tuong-Anh, both born in Paris.  In 1956, she returned to Vietnam to become the managing director of a major pharmaceutical company, “Office Pharmaceutique de Vietnam”,”OPV”.  And then, there were four children, when her two boys, Tuan and Thierry, were born in Saigon.  In 1967, she founded Thanh Son Cong-Ty (Blue Mountain Inc.), which specialized in agro-chemicals and animal health products, hence spearheaded a whole sector of the economy that had previously been neglected.  In 1975, she settled in Chestnut Hill, while keeping her hands in a few business enterprise pies. She did go back to Vietnam when it started to open itself to US investment; true to form, she joined the Massachusetts delegation to Hanoi to muster up some business interest. She eventually retired from active public business activities and turned her home into a boarding house for the students of Boston College, her next door neighbor.  In her later years, although her health was faltering, she still had the strength to continue living to enjoy seeing and spending time with her grand children, Marc, Minh-Vi, Mai-Vi, and Melissa, and her three great grand children, Nina, Mila and Luca.  She left this world peacefully, in her home, surrounded by the love of her children.  Thanks to modern technology, her far away children were able to be with her by video chat and she was able to hear them.  She is resting now, probably scheming some deals to do with the angels up there. CÁO  PHÓ Gia đình chúng tôi vô cùng đau buồn kính báo tin cùng thân bằng quyến thuộc và thân hữu gần xa: Mẹ, Bà Nội, Bà Ngoại và Bà Cố của chúng tôi là: Cụ Bà   TRƯƠNG  THỊ  HOA-DIÊN Pháp danh  Nhuận Diệu Thọ Sanh năm:  Giáp Tý (1924) tại Huế Vãng sanh: ngày 15 tháng 9 năm Tân Sữu (19 tháng 10 năm 2021) tại Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts Hưởng thọ   98 tuổi Linh cữu được quàn tại: Eaton & Mac Kay Funeral Home 465 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458 CHƯƠNG TRÌNH TANG LỄ Thứ năm, ngày 28 tháng 10 năm 2021 10:00 AM       Nhập Liệm, Thọ Tang, Cầu Siêu 11:00 AM       Thăm Viếng 12:00 PM       Lễ Di Quan và Hỏa Táng TANG  GIA  ĐỒNG  KÍNH  BÁO Trưởng Nam:    Nguyễn Duy Tuấn và vợ Lê Tường-Vi cùng các con Nguyễn Duy Minh-Vi và Nguyễn Duy Mai-Vi Thứ Nam:    Thierry Fuller và vợ Julie Hopkinson Trưởng Nữ:    Tường-Vân Whedbee cùng con Marc Whedbee và vợ Miyuki Tsukada Whedbee và các cháu Nina Whedbee, Mila Whedbee và Luca Whedbee Thứ Nữ:    Nguyễn Duy Tường-Anh và con Melissa J. Beggs CÁO PHÓ NÀY THAY THẾ THIỆP TANG Xin gởi phúng điếu tới: CHÙA VIỆT NAM 68  Bradeen Street Roslindale, MA 02131

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Gregory John O'Halloran - Unknown - October 14, 2021

Departed: 10/14/2021 (Newton)

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Services Offered

Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home offers a comprehensive range of services to cater to the diverse needs of families. These include traditional funeral services, cremation options, memorial services, and pre-planning arrangements. Their team will work closely with you to understand your unique requirements and preferences, tailoring their services to meet your needs and ensure a fitting tribute to your loved one.

Facilities and Amenities

The funeral home's facilities are designed to provide a comfortable and peaceful environment for families and friends to gather and pay their respects. The spacious chapel can accommodate large gatherings, while intimate visitation rooms offer a private setting for smaller groups. Additional amenities include ample parking, wheelchair accessibility, and a convenient location near public transportation.

Caring for Your Loved One

Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home understands the importance of treating your loved one with dignity and respect. Their experienced staff will handle all aspects of preparation with care and compassion, from embalming and cosmetology to dressing and casketing. They also offer a range of merchandise options, including caskets, urns, and monuments, to help you create a lasting tribute.

Supporting You Through Grief

Losing a loved one can be an overwhelming experience, but Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home is committed to supporting you through the grieving process. They offer bereavement resources, including counseling services and support groups, to help you navigate the difficult days ahead. Their team is also available to provide guidance on coping with loss, creating a memory book, or planning a memorial service.

Community Involvement

Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home is deeply rooted in the local community and actively participates in various initiatives and events throughout the year. From sponsoring charity fundraisers to hosting educational seminars on end-of-life care, they are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those around them.

Why Choose Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home?

In times of sorrow, it's essential to have a trusted partner by your side. Eaton & Mackay Funeral Home offers a unique blend of traditional values, modern amenities, and personalized service that sets them apart from other funeral homes in the area. By choosing them, you can rest assured that your loved one will receive the dignified farewell they deserve, and that you will receive the support and care you need during this difficult time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and funeral or memorial services.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a permanent record of a person's life and legacy.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the obituary is written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or crematorium. In some cases, a close friend or colleague may also write an obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral or memorial services.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and focused on the most important details. A good rule of thumb is to aim for 100-200 words.

Can I include photos or other media in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and newspapers allow you to include photos, videos, or other multimedia elements to help celebrate the person's life.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. You can usually find this information on their website or by calling their office.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your story is told in your own words.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries are meant to be a celebration of life, so feel free to include humorous stories or personal anecdotes that capture the person's personality.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or private details you'd like to exclude from the obituary, it's best to discuss this with the family and come to a mutual agreement. Remember that the goal of an obituary is to honor the person's memory.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial funds in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to continue the person's legacy.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The publication timeline varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Typically, it takes 1-3 business days for an obituary to be published after submission.

Can I make changes to an obituary after it's been published?

In some cases, yes. Contact the newspaper or online platform where the obituary was published to inquire about their correction policy. Keep in mind that changes may not always be possible.

Are online obituaries permanent?

Most online obituary platforms archive tributes indefinitely, providing a permanent record of the person's life. However, it's essential to check with the specific platform for their archiving policies.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Absolutely! Many online obituary platforms provide social sharing buttons or links to make it easy to share tributes on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in genealogy research. Local libraries or historical societies may also have archives of old newspapers that can be searched manually.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time?

Yes! Writing an obituary for someone who passed away years ago can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and provide closure for loved ones.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for someone who was young or died suddenly?

Yes. When writing an obituary for someone who died young or suddenly, it's essential to be sensitive to the family's feelings and focus on celebrating their life rather than dwelling on the circumstances of their passing.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the person can add depth and personality to the tribute.

How do I ensure accuracy when writing an obituary?