Walter J. Zinchuk
Sep 11, 2022
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Walter Joseph Zinchuk 105, Franklin's oldest resident passed away peacefully in his sleep in his residence in Franklin, MA on September 11, 2022, after living a very full and productive life. He was born on July 19, 1917 to Zinovy 'Joseph' Zinchuk and Maria (Fedoruk) Zinchuk in Haverhill, MA. Walter was pre-deceased by his loving wife of 71...
Elizabeth "Betty" Kearney
Sep 11, 2022
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Kearney, Elizabeth "Betty" (MacCurtain) of Foxborough, MA, formerly of Dorchester passed away on September 11, 2022. Beloved wife of Michael E. Kearney and adored mother of her two sons, Michael W. and Brian P Kearney. Loving daughter of the late Pearse J. and Mary C. MacCurtain also known as "Mac and Molly". Cherished Sister of Mary "Claire" Sullivan...
John F. Lynsky, Iii
Sep 3, 2022
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John F Lynsky lll 67, of Uxbridge, passed away peacefully, Saturday September 3, 2022. Born in Boston, MA on December 19,1954, he was the beloved son of Sally M. (Geiser ) Lynsky of Franklin and the late John F. Lynsky,Jr. In addition to his mother Sally, he is survived by his son Michael Lynsky. His sister Paula Molla,...
Mary R. O'Connell
Aug 28, 2022
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Mary R. (Turcotte) O'Connell 97, of Bellingham, passed away peacefully, Sunday August 28, 2022, at Milford Regional Medical Center, with family at her side, following a long illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Gerard J. "Jerry" O'Connell, who died in 2002. Born March 15, 1925, in Lowell a daughter of the late Herman O. and...
James "Jim" Kelleher
Aug 21, 2022
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On August 21, 2022, James (Jim) Kelleher, loving husband, and father of nine children, passed away at age 94. Born March 10, 1928, in Canton, MA, to James F. and Hazel R. (McDonald) Kelleher, Jim grew up in Stoughton, MA, graduating with the Stoughton HS class of 1946. In 1951, Jim married Florence B. Darling, also of Stoughton,...
Albino Carlucci
Aug 20, 2022
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Albino G. Carlucci 85, of Franklin, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday August 20, 2022, at Milford Regional Medical Center, following an illness. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth "Betty" (Narducci) Carlucci, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage. Born July 20, 1937, in Santa Maria del Molise, Italy, son of the late...
John J. Ward, Jr
Aug 20, 2022
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We are saddened to announce the loss of our father, John J. Ward Jr. on August 20, 2022. While most called him "Jack", he will always be known as the husband of the late Millie Ward. Dad was born on Mother's Day, May 12, 1929, to John Sr. and Elizabeth Ward in Watertown Mass. It was in Watertown...
Arlene E. Johnson
Aug 15, 2022
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Arlene E. (Robertson) Johnson, 83 of Franklin, died in the comforts of her home with family by her side on August 15th, 2022, after a brief battle with cancer. Arlene was born in Boston to Robert and Lillian Robertson on August 27, 1938. She lived in Dorchester during her early childhood, until her family moved to Woburn. Arlene...
Lucille M. Landry
Aug 8, 2022
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Lucille M. (Bruyere) Landry 96, of Franklin, passed away, peacefully surrounded by her family, Monday August 8, 2022 following an illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert D. Landry, who died in 2016. Born March 31, 1926, in Woonsocket, RI a daughter of the late Royal L. and Evelyn B. (Champagne) Bruyere, she was a...
Marsha M. Simmler
Aug 7, 2022
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Marsha M. Simmler, 79, a lifelong resident of Franklin MA, passed away peacefully in Dennisport, Ma with her family by her side on Sunday August 7,2022 after a short battle with glioblastoma. She was a beloved daughter of the late Daniel A Crosta and Gemma E Tosti (Crosta). She was happily married for over 50 years to the...
Florence M. O'Neill
Aug 7, 2022
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Florence M. (Johnson) O'Neill, age 91, of Franklin passed away peacefully at home on August 7th. She had just moved into the senior living complex at Magnolia Heights in Franklin. She was born in Providence, RI on July 24, 1931. Florence was the only child of James Johnson and Anna (Brady) Johnson of East Providence, RI. Florence was...
Joanne M. Thornhill
Aug 4, 2022
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Joanne Mary (Showlskis) Thornhill, age 85, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on August 4th, following a brief illness. She was born in Milford, MA on February 22, 1937. She was the daughter of the late John and Ann (Rumpski) Showlskis. She was the wife of the late Edward (Ed) Thornhill for 42...
Patricia M. Garty
Aug 1, 2022
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Patricia Ann (McCarty) Garty of Franklin, MA passed away peacefully with family by her side on August 1 at the age of 96. Pat was born in New London, CT on January 4, 1926, to the late Robert P.J. and Lyda K. (Griser) McCarty. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 63 years Robert F. Garty. Pat...
Rita G. Lovejoy
Aug 1, 2022
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Surrounded by her loving and devoted family, Rita Gertrude (Bellacqua) Lovejoy, 73, passed away peacefully at her home in Bellingham, MA on August 1, 2022. Rita's bravery and courage as she battled her illness for years uplifted and inspired her countless family members and friends; many of whom were able to visit with her in her final days....
Ethel R. Pizzi
Jul 30, 2022
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Ethel R. (Morrisey) Pizzi, 101, of Franklin, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late William J. Pizzi, who passed in 2000. Ethel was born to the late Edward and Edna (Berry) Morrisey on December 24, 1920. She was educated in the Franklin school system. Prior...
Donna L. Feola
Jul 24, 2022
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Donna L. (Bamford) Feola, 66, of Bellingham, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on July 24, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones at Milford Hospital. She was born on June 13, 1956 and spent her childhood in the town of Waltham, Massachusetts. She spent many years of her life residing in Needham, Massachusetts where she was a Welder by occupation...
James M. Egan
Jul 19, 2022
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James M. Egan 67, of Franklin, passed away Tuesday July 19, 2022 at Milford Regional Medical Center, following an illness. His service and burial at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury, will be held privately. A complete obituary will follow. The Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. is honored to assist the Egan family....
Edna M. Desmeule
Jul 18, 2022
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Edna M. (Phelan) Desmeule 79, a former longtime resident of Franklin, passed away peacefully, at Milford Center, with family at her side Monday July 18, 2022 following an illness. Born July 30, 1942 in Franklin and the daughter of the late Ricahrd R. Phelan and Doris E. (Sprague) Phelan. She enjoyed spending time with family, arts and crafts,...
Jack K. Derick
Jul 15, 2022
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Jack Derick, age 30 of Franklin, MA, loving son, brother, cousin, nephew, and grandson, passed away July 15th. Jack was born in 1991 in Newton and grew up in Franklin. To those who knew and loved Jack, many things about him will be missed. Jack was an avid Boston sports fan. He also loved animals, fishing, and music....
Dorothea A. Tedaldi
Jul 14, 2022
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Dorothea A. (O'Neill) Tedaldi formerly of Crestwood, New York and Westerly, Rhode Island died July 14, 2022 in Franklin, MA. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Robert J. Tedaldi, in 2003. Mother of Ellen Tedaldi ( Lonnie Walden), Richard Tedaldi ( Ronda Bennett), Barbara Lepley (Paul), Michael Tedaldi ( Marie), Eileen Meraklis, Carole Fitzpatrick (...
