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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 (...
Donella R. Lewis
Jul 13, 2022
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Donella Ruth (Vidmar) Lewis age 89, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2022 surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, a resident of Newton for 50 years, most recently of Franklin. Daughter of the late Ruth (Stalla) Vidmar, and Frank D. Vidmar Jr. She will be missed by many. She is survived by her children,...
Joseph H. Stockberger
Jul 9, 2022
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Joseph H. Stockberger 55, of Hopedale, passed away suddenly, Saturday July 9, 2022 at Milford Regional Medical Center. Born in Glens Falls, NY on April 12, 1967, the beloved son of Barbara A. (Cuervo) Stockberger of Hopedale and the late John C. Stockberger, he was raised and educated in Franklin. In addition to his mother Barbara, he is...
Josephine D. Henault
Jun 28, 2022
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Josephine D. Henault, 89, of Franklin passed away on Tuesday, June 28th 2022 at Maples Rehabilitation Center in Wrentham. Born in Norwood, MA on February 7, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Augustino and Jennie (Giancardi) Purpura. Besides her parents, she was pre-deceased by her brothers; Salvatore and Joseph Purpura, her sister Mary (Purpura) Troiano, her...
Nicholas R. Longobardi
Jun 28, 2022
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Nicholas R. Longobardi of Franklin passed away peacefully on June 28, 2022 at Cedarwood Gardens Nursing Home in Franklin after a long illness. He was born April 1, 1949 in Milford MA. Son of the late Nicholas R Longobardi and the late Mary (Luciano) Longobardi, he was a life long resident of Franklin and attended Franklin schools. He...
Robert T. "Bob" Sullivan
Jun 24, 2022
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Robert T. "Bob" Sullivan 60, of Franklin, passed away suddenly at his home, Friday June 24, 2022. His funeral service and interment at St. Mary's Cemetery, Franklin 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 Sullivan family. Guestbook www.franklinfuneral.com
...Timothy E. Sullivan
Jun 24, 2022
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Timothy E. Sullivan 46, of Dedham, passed away peacefully, with his family at his side, Friday June 24, 2022 at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, following an illness. Born June 17, 1976, in Boston, a son of Donna M. (Acerra) Keller and Robert G. Keller of Franklin and the late Timothy E. Sullivan, he was a...
Shirley E. Petitt
Jun 21, 2022
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Shirley E. (Kaufman) Petitt 91 years old passed away Tuesday June 21, 2022 at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Westboro, following an illness. She was born in Wrentham, Massachusetts on December 9th 1930. She was the daughter of the late John F. and Nellie M. (Morse) Kaufman. Shirley was preceded in death by the late Franklin...
Stacey L. Bower
Jun 21, 2022
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Stacey L. (McCabe) Bower 46, of Franklin passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on June 21st after her courageous battle with cancer. Stacey is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, Peter, her children, Tyler, Ollie, and Tess. Her parents, Kevin and Linda McCabe from Sudbury Ma. Her brother Kevin McCabe and his wife...
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