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Elizabeth A. "Betsy" (Callaghan) Barclay
Jul 19, 2023 |
Elizabeth A. "Betsy" (Callaghan) Barclay, 74, of Mattapoisett died Wednesday, July 19, 2023 peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late David W. Barclay.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Joseph and Sheila (McKoan) Callaghan, she was raised in New Bedford and lived in Fairhaven for many years before moving to Mattapoisett.
She was formerly employed as a teacher's aide at LeRoy L. Wood Elementary School in Fairhaven.
Betsy enjoyed gardening, starting (and sometimes finishing) projects, wintering in Florida with Dave, being on the water, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include her daughter, Meghan C. Barclay of Fairhaven; her son, Christopher D. Barclay and his wife Laura of Mattapoisett; three grandchildren, Jackson, Riley, and Ella Barclay; her brother, Peter Callaghan; three sisters, Sheila Couto, Angela Kruger, and Cathleen King; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Joseph T. Callaghan, Jr., Edward Callaghan, Michael Callaghan, and John Patrick Callaghan.
Her Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 10 am in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday from 4-7 pm. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Joseph and Sheila (McKoan) Callaghan, she was raised in New Bedford and lived in Fairhaven for many years before moving to Mattapoisett.
She was formerly employed as a teacher's aide at LeRoy L. Wood Elementary School in Fairhaven.
Betsy enjoyed gardening, starting (and sometimes finishing) projects, wintering in Florida with Dave, being on the water, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include her daughter, Meghan C. Barclay of Fairhaven; her son, Christopher D. Barclay and his wife Laura of Mattapoisett; three grandchildren, Jackson, Riley, and Ella Barclay; her brother, Peter Callaghan; three sisters, Sheila Couto, Angela Kruger, and Cathleen King; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Joseph T. Callaghan, Jr., Edward Callaghan, Michael Callaghan, and John Patrick Callaghan.
Her Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 10 am in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday from 4-7 pm. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
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Margaret M. "Maggie" (Coucci) Crowe
Jul 15, 2023 |
Margaret M. "Maggie" (Coucci) Crowe, 88, of Mattapoisett died July 15, 2023 at Masconomet Healthcare Center, Topsfield, MA following a lengthy illness with her loving family at her side.
She was the wife of the late Michael J. Crowe, Jr., mother of the late Kathy Crowe and sister of the late Paul Coucci.
Born and raised in New Bedford, daughter of the late Guido and Mary (Borghi) Coucci, she lived in Mattapoisett for over 40 years.
Maggie's passions were her family, being a nurse, life, and her beloved dog. She was fun-loving and compassionate. She enjoyed spending time with the people she loved, the beach and making puzzles in her sunroom overlooking the water.
She chose a career in nursing and was capped at St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing in Brighton in 1954. She worked at St. Luke's Hospital for many years, as a nurse, IV specialist and educator. Her friends and co-workers, Dottie, Jan, Caroline, Doran, and Helen, remained close even after retirement.
Mrs. Crowe was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church.
Survivors include her 2 sons, Dr. Michael J. Crowe, III and his wife Carmen of Wareham and Matthew P. Crowe of Edgewater, FL; a daughter, Mary F. Crowe and her wife Kathy A. Cumella of Ipswich, MA; a brother, John Coucci and his wife Kathleen of Mattapoisett; sister in law Gertrude Coucci of New Bedford, MA; 7 grandchildren, Jenna, Jessica, Mychel, Matthew Jr., Erin, Sean and Hannah; 10 great-grandchildren, Koby, Jordan, Saphiyre, Kaydence, Connor, Lucas, Zeyna, Idris, Mason, and Lukas; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations can be made to the Masconomet Healthcare Center Employee Fund, 123 High Street, Topsfield, MA 01983 or Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 in gratitude for their exceptional and compassionate care.
Her visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 21st from 9-11 AM in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett, followed by her Funeral Mass at St. Anthony's Church, Mattapoisett at 11:30 AM. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
She was the wife of the late Michael J. Crowe, Jr., mother of the late Kathy Crowe and sister of the late Paul Coucci.
Born and raised in New Bedford, daughter of the late Guido and Mary (Borghi) Coucci, she lived in Mattapoisett for over 40 years.
Maggie's passions were her family, being a nurse, life, and her beloved dog. She was fun-loving and compassionate. She enjoyed spending time with the people she loved, the beach and making puzzles in her sunroom overlooking the water.
She chose a career in nursing and was capped at St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing in Brighton in 1954. She worked at St. Luke's Hospital for many years, as a nurse, IV specialist and educator. Her friends and co-workers, Dottie, Jan, Caroline, Doran, and Helen, remained close even after retirement.
Mrs. Crowe was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church.
Survivors include her 2 sons, Dr. Michael J. Crowe, III and his wife Carmen of Wareham and Matthew P. Crowe of Edgewater, FL; a daughter, Mary F. Crowe and her wife Kathy A. Cumella of Ipswich, MA; a brother, John Coucci and his wife Kathleen of Mattapoisett; sister in law Gertrude Coucci of New Bedford, MA; 7 grandchildren, Jenna, Jessica, Mychel, Matthew Jr., Erin, Sean and Hannah; 10 great-grandchildren, Koby, Jordan, Saphiyre, Kaydence, Connor, Lucas, Zeyna, Idris, Mason, and Lukas; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations can be made to the Masconomet Healthcare Center Employee Fund, 123 High Street, Topsfield, MA 01983 or Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923 in gratitude for their exceptional and compassionate care.
Her visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 21st from 9-11 AM in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett, followed by her Funeral Mass at St. Anthony's Church, Mattapoisett at 11:30 AM. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
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John ("Jack") Watson Braitmayer
Jul 14, 2023 |
John ("Jack") Watson Braitmayer, of Marion, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, July 14, 2023. Jack was born in Ridgewood, NJ to Otto E. Braitmayer and Marian Schoeffel Braitmayer on February 2, 1930 and grew up in Marion alongside his twin sister Anne.
He was a graduate of Tabor Academy and Wesleyan University. He was working at IBM when he met a young woman named Nancy Foshay who would soon become his wife of 66 years.
Jack had a fulfilling and impactful career as the President and owner of MONA Industries in Paterson, NJ. He and Nancy raised their three children living in Darien, CT and spending summers in Jack's beloved Marion, MA.
Jack was always active in his local community. His generosity towards his favored institutions is legendary. He took on trustee positions at both of his alma maters and was a tireless supporter of the New Bedford Whaling Museum. He always said that his first visit to the Whaling Museum at 10 years old changed his life forever. The NBWM held a very dear place in his heart.
He had a giving and inclusive nature that brought out the best in people around him. He had a wry sense of humor and a twinkle in his eye that lit up any room. He was maniacally positive. Very few lived closer to the objective to say something nice or say nothing at all.
But you can't write about Jack without talking about sailing and boating. A lifelong sailor, Jack was well known for his pride in his boats, his technical prowess on the water, his enthusiasm for encouraging non-professional sailors to safely find the joy in offshore sailing and deeply held belief that nothing in life is better than messing about in boats. He had a series of sailboats that progressively got larger, some built to his exact specifications. He raised his three children to think that a sunny day just called for a picnic lunch and a sail and that all families took vacations by cruising New England coastal waters. He and Nancy ultimately shifted to powerboating to experience more distant harbors and get there quicker, but Jack was always truly a sailor at heart.
Jack was a stalwart supporter of institutions that supported his love for the seas. He was a leading advocate for the sail training program at Tabor Academy. He was a former commodore of the Beverly Yacht Club and was also a member of the New York Yacht Club, the Cruising Club of America, and the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club in Bermuda.
Jack is survived by the love of his life, Nancy, and his three children Karen Braitmayer (David Erskine), Kristina Hewey (Bo) and Eric Braitmayer (Jack Haney); three grandchildren, Anina Hewey (Roger Hernandez-Lanuza), Mary Hewey (Jen Bagley), and Anita Erskine; two great-grandchildren, Emilia Hernandez-Hewey and Enzo Hernandez-Hewey. Jack was predeceased by his twin, Anne B. Webb, and his four older sisters Margaret Braitmayer West, Kathleen Braitmayer Shaw, Josephine Braitmayer Demarest and Jane Braitmayer Howell Smithers.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Nancy & Jack Braitmayer Fund for Innovative Educational Excellence at the Southcoast Community Foundation (www.southcoastcf.org). A service to celebrate Jack's life will be at a future date. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Road, Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
He was a graduate of Tabor Academy and Wesleyan University. He was working at IBM when he met a young woman named Nancy Foshay who would soon become his wife of 66 years.
Jack had a fulfilling and impactful career as the President and owner of MONA Industries in Paterson, NJ. He and Nancy raised their three children living in Darien, CT and spending summers in Jack's beloved Marion, MA.
Jack was always active in his local community. His generosity towards his favored institutions is legendary. He took on trustee positions at both of his alma maters and was a tireless supporter of the New Bedford Whaling Museum. He always said that his first visit to the Whaling Museum at 10 years old changed his life forever. The NBWM held a very dear place in his heart.
He had a giving and inclusive nature that brought out the best in people around him. He had a wry sense of humor and a twinkle in his eye that lit up any room. He was maniacally positive. Very few lived closer to the objective to say something nice or say nothing at all.
But you can't write about Jack without talking about sailing and boating. A lifelong sailor, Jack was well known for his pride in his boats, his technical prowess on the water, his enthusiasm for encouraging non-professional sailors to safely find the joy in offshore sailing and deeply held belief that nothing in life is better than messing about in boats. He had a series of sailboats that progressively got larger, some built to his exact specifications. He raised his three children to think that a sunny day just called for a picnic lunch and a sail and that all families took vacations by cruising New England coastal waters. He and Nancy ultimately shifted to powerboating to experience more distant harbors and get there quicker, but Jack was always truly a sailor at heart.
Jack was a stalwart supporter of institutions that supported his love for the seas. He was a leading advocate for the sail training program at Tabor Academy. He was a former commodore of the Beverly Yacht Club and was also a member of the New York Yacht Club, the Cruising Club of America, and the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club in Bermuda.
Jack is survived by the love of his life, Nancy, and his three children Karen Braitmayer (David Erskine), Kristina Hewey (Bo) and Eric Braitmayer (Jack Haney); three grandchildren, Anina Hewey (Roger Hernandez-Lanuza), Mary Hewey (Jen Bagley), and Anita Erskine; two great-grandchildren, Emilia Hernandez-Hewey and Enzo Hernandez-Hewey. Jack was predeceased by his twin, Anne B. Webb, and his four older sisters Margaret Braitmayer West, Kathleen Braitmayer Shaw, Josephine Braitmayer Demarest and Jane Braitmayer Howell Smithers.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Nancy & Jack Braitmayer Fund for Innovative Educational Excellence at the Southcoast Community Foundation (www.southcoastcf.org). A service to celebrate Jack's life will be at a future date. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Road, Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
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Joan C. Wing
Jul 13, 2023 |
Joan C. Wing, 93, of Marion died Thursday July 13, 2023 at Tobey Hospital in Wareham unexpectedly. She was the wife of the late Robert I. Wing and a generous matriarch of the Wing family.
Born in Marion, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Bessie Sherman (Corse) and James Reid Dougall. Joan graduated from Tabor Academy and attended Bridgewater State University and UMass at Dartmouth.
Joan worked for a while raising her family as a commercial fisher woman. Once while quahogging with a bull rake, she found a Tabor class ring on one of the tines of the rake. Everyone was surprised to find it to be the lost ring of her sister Rita. Later Joan worked as an Office Manager and Bookkeeper for many local businesses including Brewer Engineering, Gault Transportation, Gunschel Building, Harriet's Catering, and Sperry Sails.
An active community member of Marion, she served as a dedicated E.M.T. for the town for 37 years. Joan was past Vice Chairman of the Marion Emergency Medical Services. At the time of her death, she was the long standing and current treasurer of the Town of Marion EMT Association (a public charity). Most recently, Joan was usually the driving force of finding needed equipment for the Marion Emergency Services in coordination with the Fire Department Chief. She was a long-term member of the Marion Fireworks Committee.
Joan loved sharing her vast knowledge on many subjects with others. She especially loved teaching her grandchildren and great grandchildren, all about everything, especially mathematics and geography. During the 1970's Joan studied multiple computer languages and used the huge main frame computer at Sippican Corporation to do her homework. She was a long term and current member of American Mensa, Ltd.
The Wing home has always had a variety of animals such as "hosses", goats, sheep, dogs, cats, geese, rabbits and her chickens that she loved to watch. She bred AKC English Springer Spaniels for many years. Joan and Bob's love of animals extended to their travels to Alaska and the Yellowstone National Park area.
Joan and Bob traveled to many foreign countries but repeated trips to the European Alp's for skiing were particularly enjoyed with friends and family. They were former members of the Middleborough Ski Club. Joan and Bob were active participants of The Congregational Church Couples Club, frequently enjoying meals with others. Joan and multiple family members enjoyed trips to Walt Disney World in Florida. Joan loved to listen to Classical music especially that of Strauss. Her favorite orchestra was that of Dutch leader and violinist, Andre Rieu.
She is survived by her children, Linda J. Ward of Wareham, Robert D. Wing, Deborah J. Thompson and Patricia R. Rowley and her husband Kevin, all of Marion. Her sister Cornelia R. Dougall of Marion; her grandchildren; Geoffrey Rowley, Nicole Flannery and her husband Cash, Gregory Rowley, Corinna Grota and her husband Justin, Jessica Thompson and her husband Andrew Lunt, Kevin Ward, Katherine Kestenbaum and Bella Casino; her great grandchildren, Landon, Rowan, Grayson, Natalie, Brian, Kelly, Alex, Madeline, Titi, and Nevaeh; her nephew Mark J. Sylvia of Florida. Also survived by her cats, Mickey and Minnie, many cousins, multiple generations of nieces and nephews and a few close friends.
Relatives, friends and acquaintances are invited to a graveside service on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 10 am in Evergreen Cemetery, Marion which will be immediately followed by a celebration of life and reception at the Marion Music Hall, 164 Front St., Marion. Visitation is omitted.
Donations in Joan's memory may be made to The Marion EMT Association, a 501 (c)(3) Public Charity in c/o Cornelia R. Dougall, PO Box 6, Marion, MA 02738.
Arrangements by Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham. For directions, to leave a message of condolences or to view a video tribute visit: www.chapmanfuneral.com
Born in Marion, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Bessie Sherman (Corse) and James Reid Dougall. Joan graduated from Tabor Academy and attended Bridgewater State University and UMass at Dartmouth.
Joan worked for a while raising her family as a commercial fisher woman. Once while quahogging with a bull rake, she found a Tabor class ring on one of the tines of the rake. Everyone was surprised to find it to be the lost ring of her sister Rita. Later Joan worked as an Office Manager and Bookkeeper for many local businesses including Brewer Engineering, Gault Transportation, Gunschel Building, Harriet's Catering, and Sperry Sails.
An active community member of Marion, she served as a dedicated E.M.T. for the town for 37 years. Joan was past Vice Chairman of the Marion Emergency Medical Services. At the time of her death, she was the long standing and current treasurer of the Town of Marion EMT Association (a public charity). Most recently, Joan was usually the driving force of finding needed equipment for the Marion Emergency Services in coordination with the Fire Department Chief. She was a long-term member of the Marion Fireworks Committee.
Joan loved sharing her vast knowledge on many subjects with others. She especially loved teaching her grandchildren and great grandchildren, all about everything, especially mathematics and geography. During the 1970's Joan studied multiple computer languages and used the huge main frame computer at Sippican Corporation to do her homework. She was a long term and current member of American Mensa, Ltd.
The Wing home has always had a variety of animals such as "hosses", goats, sheep, dogs, cats, geese, rabbits and her chickens that she loved to watch. She bred AKC English Springer Spaniels for many years. Joan and Bob's love of animals extended to their travels to Alaska and the Yellowstone National Park area.
Joan and Bob traveled to many foreign countries but repeated trips to the European Alp's for skiing were particularly enjoyed with friends and family. They were former members of the Middleborough Ski Club. Joan and Bob were active participants of The Congregational Church Couples Club, frequently enjoying meals with others. Joan and multiple family members enjoyed trips to Walt Disney World in Florida. Joan loved to listen to Classical music especially that of Strauss. Her favorite orchestra was that of Dutch leader and violinist, Andre Rieu.
She is survived by her children, Linda J. Ward of Wareham, Robert D. Wing, Deborah J. Thompson and Patricia R. Rowley and her husband Kevin, all of Marion. Her sister Cornelia R. Dougall of Marion; her grandchildren; Geoffrey Rowley, Nicole Flannery and her husband Cash, Gregory Rowley, Corinna Grota and her husband Justin, Jessica Thompson and her husband Andrew Lunt, Kevin Ward, Katherine Kestenbaum and Bella Casino; her great grandchildren, Landon, Rowan, Grayson, Natalie, Brian, Kelly, Alex, Madeline, Titi, and Nevaeh; her nephew Mark J. Sylvia of Florida. Also survived by her cats, Mickey and Minnie, many cousins, multiple generations of nieces and nephews and a few close friends.
Relatives, friends and acquaintances are invited to a graveside service on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 10 am in Evergreen Cemetery, Marion which will be immediately followed by a celebration of life and reception at the Marion Music Hall, 164 Front St., Marion. Visitation is omitted.
Donations in Joan's memory may be made to The Marion EMT Association, a 501 (c)(3) Public Charity in c/o Cornelia R. Dougall, PO Box 6, Marion, MA 02738.
Arrangements by Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham. For directions, to leave a message of condolences or to view a video tribute visit: www.chapmanfuneral.com
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Susan Gilbert Ford
Jul 10, 2023 |
Susan Gilbert Ford, 78 of Marion died peacefully on July 10, 2023, after a hard-fought battle against pancreatic cancer. She was the wife of Dr. Lincoln Edmond Ford who predeceased her in 2019.
Susan was born in Cuthbert, Georgia on June 2, 1945, to Marjorie Warner Gilbert and James Frank Gilbert, Jr. Life was beautiful for a couple of years until her parents ruined everything by producing one, then two, then three little sisters, each of whom she loved dearly.
A 1963 graduate of Blakely High School, Susan graduated summa cum laude from Presbyterian College and obtained her master's and doctorate degrees in physiology at Emory University. She served on the faculties at Georgia State University and the medical schools at Morehouse College and at SUNY (State University of New York) in Stonybrook; held research positions at University of Massachusetts Medical School and at IUPUI (Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis); and conducted research supported by fellowships in London, Plymouth, and Brussels.
Susan was an avid reader of history, biography, natural history, and detective fiction, and a fierce bridge player. She was active in the Sippican Choral Society and the Sippican Woman's Club for several years, and enjoyed skiing, horseback riding, gardening, and cooking. She was a highly talented knitter specializing in Aran sweaters, happily creating custom garments for friends and family members lucky enough to wander into her sweater zone.
Susan's and Lincoln's first loves--after each other--were the grandchildren and sailing. They enjoyed bare boat charters in the Caribbean most winters and eventually retired to Marion and joined the Beverly Yacht Club. In the summertime Susan raced regularly in the Ladies Thursday Afternoon Series at the helm of her classic H-12 Suzie Q.
Susan was predeceased by her husband and her parents. She is survived by her sisters Beverly (Seagrove Beach, FL), Phyllis (Columbus, GA), and Anne (Henrietta, NY), brother-in-law Lorentz Ottzen (Seagrove Beach, FL), and grandchildren Ilaria and Alec Stewart and Malcolm, Oliver, and Thomas Nelson. A cousin, Royce Calhoun (Cincinnati, OH) also held a special place in her heart.
Private arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Road, Rt. 6, Mattapoisett. For the online guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com. In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to honor Susan's memory might consider a contribution to the ACLU, the Environmental Defense Fund, the Southern Poverty Law Center, or NARAL Pro-Choice America.
Susan was born in Cuthbert, Georgia on June 2, 1945, to Marjorie Warner Gilbert and James Frank Gilbert, Jr. Life was beautiful for a couple of years until her parents ruined everything by producing one, then two, then three little sisters, each of whom she loved dearly.
A 1963 graduate of Blakely High School, Susan graduated summa cum laude from Presbyterian College and obtained her master's and doctorate degrees in physiology at Emory University. She served on the faculties at Georgia State University and the medical schools at Morehouse College and at SUNY (State University of New York) in Stonybrook; held research positions at University of Massachusetts Medical School and at IUPUI (Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis); and conducted research supported by fellowships in London, Plymouth, and Brussels.
Susan was an avid reader of history, biography, natural history, and detective fiction, and a fierce bridge player. She was active in the Sippican Choral Society and the Sippican Woman's Club for several years, and enjoyed skiing, horseback riding, gardening, and cooking. She was a highly talented knitter specializing in Aran sweaters, happily creating custom garments for friends and family members lucky enough to wander into her sweater zone.
Susan's and Lincoln's first loves--after each other--were the grandchildren and sailing. They enjoyed bare boat charters in the Caribbean most winters and eventually retired to Marion and joined the Beverly Yacht Club. In the summertime Susan raced regularly in the Ladies Thursday Afternoon Series at the helm of her classic H-12 Suzie Q.
Susan was predeceased by her husband and her parents. She is survived by her sisters Beverly (Seagrove Beach, FL), Phyllis (Columbus, GA), and Anne (Henrietta, NY), brother-in-law Lorentz Ottzen (Seagrove Beach, FL), and grandchildren Ilaria and Alec Stewart and Malcolm, Oliver, and Thomas Nelson. A cousin, Royce Calhoun (Cincinnati, OH) also held a special place in her heart.
Private arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Road, Rt. 6, Mattapoisett. For the online guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com. In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to honor Susan's memory might consider a contribution to the ACLU, the Environmental Defense Fund, the Southern Poverty Law Center, or NARAL Pro-Choice America.
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Norrine Anne Burnett
Jul 09, 2023 |
Norrine Anne Burnett - beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend - passed away peacefully on July 9th, surrounded by family.
She was born on June 12, 1939 in Brockton, Massachusetts to Albina and Robert Looney. Growing up the second of six children in the tight quarters of Winthrop Street, she was affectionately acknowledged as a generous, no-nonsense caretaker to many. She attended Saint Patrick's Catholic School in Brockton, and earned her teaching degree from Bridgewater State College in 1961.
She met William Burnett of Whitman, Massachusetts in 1960. They were married in 1962 and remained each other's closest companions for over 61 years.
Norrine's elementary school teaching career spanned nearly four decades. She was admired and respected by her colleagues and students for her high standards, sharp humor, and straightforward ways.
The years that she stayed home to raise her three children are filled with memories of summers at the family cottage in Pocasset, Mass., creative, well-celebrated holidays - and plenty of chores and projects! She never missed a game, or a play and was always ready with her red pen correcting homework. She taught us all the art of the yard sale bargain. She was a hands-on parent who made her children, and her grandchildren, feel known and loved.
Norrine and Bill spent their early retirement tending to their 20-acre property and daylily farm in Mattapoisett, Mass, where they lived for 39 years. In 2016, they made their last move together to Brunswick, Maine.
Norrine is survived by her husband, Bill, her sister Judy, her daughters Laurie and Lisa, her son Michael - and her four grandchildren, Lila, Jack, Clara and Sam.
She was born on June 12, 1939 in Brockton, Massachusetts to Albina and Robert Looney. Growing up the second of six children in the tight quarters of Winthrop Street, she was affectionately acknowledged as a generous, no-nonsense caretaker to many. She attended Saint Patrick's Catholic School in Brockton, and earned her teaching degree from Bridgewater State College in 1961.
She met William Burnett of Whitman, Massachusetts in 1960. They were married in 1962 and remained each other's closest companions for over 61 years.
Norrine's elementary school teaching career spanned nearly four decades. She was admired and respected by her colleagues and students for her high standards, sharp humor, and straightforward ways.
The years that she stayed home to raise her three children are filled with memories of summers at the family cottage in Pocasset, Mass., creative, well-celebrated holidays - and plenty of chores and projects! She never missed a game, or a play and was always ready with her red pen correcting homework. She taught us all the art of the yard sale bargain. She was a hands-on parent who made her children, and her grandchildren, feel known and loved.
Norrine and Bill spent their early retirement tending to their 20-acre property and daylily farm in Mattapoisett, Mass, where they lived for 39 years. In 2016, they made their last move together to Brunswick, Maine.
Norrine is survived by her husband, Bill, her sister Judy, her daughters Laurie and Lisa, her son Michael - and her four grandchildren, Lila, Jack, Clara and Sam.
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Patricia "Pat" Jane Comeau (Wojtkonski)
Jul 09, 2023 |
Patricia "Pat" Jane Comeau (Wojtkonski) passed away on July 9, 2023, at the age of 78 at home in Englewood, Florida. She was born on June 11, 1945, in New Bedford and raised in Rochester, Massachusetts. Pat was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend.
Pat, known for her sense of humor and vibrant personality, was a force of nature. Her presence was felt everywhere she went. Pat had a zest for life and laughter that was contagious. She brightened the lives of those around her.
Pat is survived by three sisters: Joanne Whitehead (Wojtkonski - twin sister), Karen Poulin (Wojtkonski), and Suzanne Brodick (Wojtkonski). She also leaves behind seven nieces and nephews: Bryan, Jennifer, James, David, Nancy, Heather, and Mathew. Pat cherished her close friendships and considered them, 'family'. She was the pet mother to her beloved Molly, Golden Doodle, and two orange cats and one dog, (Garfield, Sandy, and Rusty).
In her educational pursuits, Pat attended Rochester Regional High School. She furthered her studies at Salve Regina University, earning both a Bachelors and a Masters Degree of Science in Nursing. She bought a home with beach front property in Fairhaven, Massachusetts during a time when sole homeownership by women was uncommon.
Pat dedicated her life to serving others. She had a distinguished career as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Room at Union Hospital in New Bedford, Massachusetts. She held the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army where she served in Germany, Honduras, and Panama. Pat contributed to the well-being of her community as a Massachusetts State Health Inspector with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. As a member of a women's business organization, she awarded scholarships to single mothers struggling to get an education.
Outside of work, Pat enjoyed a variety of hobbies. She had a passion for sailing, golfing, skiing, and hosting family and friends at her home. She was known for having the best parties, bond fires on her backyard beach, and creating memories with family on Christmas Eve. Pat loved exploring new places, she travelled to countries such as Ireland, Spain, Italy, Mexico, and the Bahamas.
In accordance with Pat's wishes, her ashes were scattered in the waters near Cuttyhunk Island, joining her late niece and Goddaughter, Cheryl Whitehead. A private ceremony was held to honor her memory.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Patricia's name to the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA). Donations can be made online at https://ocrahope.org
Pat will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her vibrant spirit and loving nature will be remembered and cherished forever.
Pat, known for her sense of humor and vibrant personality, was a force of nature. Her presence was felt everywhere she went. Pat had a zest for life and laughter that was contagious. She brightened the lives of those around her.
Pat is survived by three sisters: Joanne Whitehead (Wojtkonski - twin sister), Karen Poulin (Wojtkonski), and Suzanne Brodick (Wojtkonski). She also leaves behind seven nieces and nephews: Bryan, Jennifer, James, David, Nancy, Heather, and Mathew. Pat cherished her close friendships and considered them, 'family'. She was the pet mother to her beloved Molly, Golden Doodle, and two orange cats and one dog, (Garfield, Sandy, and Rusty).
In her educational pursuits, Pat attended Rochester Regional High School. She furthered her studies at Salve Regina University, earning both a Bachelors and a Masters Degree of Science in Nursing. She bought a home with beach front property in Fairhaven, Massachusetts during a time when sole homeownership by women was uncommon.
Pat dedicated her life to serving others. She had a distinguished career as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Room at Union Hospital in New Bedford, Massachusetts. She held the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army where she served in Germany, Honduras, and Panama. Pat contributed to the well-being of her community as a Massachusetts State Health Inspector with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. As a member of a women's business organization, she awarded scholarships to single mothers struggling to get an education.
Outside of work, Pat enjoyed a variety of hobbies. She had a passion for sailing, golfing, skiing, and hosting family and friends at her home. She was known for having the best parties, bond fires on her backyard beach, and creating memories with family on Christmas Eve. Pat loved exploring new places, she travelled to countries such as Ireland, Spain, Italy, Mexico, and the Bahamas.
In accordance with Pat's wishes, her ashes were scattered in the waters near Cuttyhunk Island, joining her late niece and Goddaughter, Cheryl Whitehead. A private ceremony was held to honor her memory.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Patricia's name to the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA). Donations can be made online at https://ocrahope.org
Pat will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her vibrant spirit and loving nature will be remembered and cherished forever.
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Phyllis M. (Bryant) DuPont
Jul 06, 2023 |
Phyllis M. (Bryant) DuPont, 92, of Mattapoisett died Thursday, July 6, 2023 peacefully at home. She was the wife of the late Anthony J. "Jerry" DuPont.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Alfred and Rose (Ventor) Bryant, she lived in New Bedford and Fairhaven before moving to Mattapoisett.
Phyllis was a graduate of Fairhaven High School, Class of 1948.
She was formerly employed at Humphrey, Covill & Coleman Insurance Agency and later at St. Luke's Hospital for many years until her retirement.
Phyllis enjoyed shopping, traveling the country by car with her husband, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by two sons, Jeffrey J. DuPont and his wife Nora and Jay A. DuPont and his wife Lori; her daughter, Jayne M. Mello; seven grandchildren, Kevin DuPont, Hannah DuPont, Jennifer L. Lukey, Abigail DuPont, Justin DuPont, Tyler Mello, and Nikkole Mello; two great-grandchildren, Charlie DuPont and Jamie DuPont; her sister, Alma Fernandes; her sister-in-law, Ann Bryant; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Alfred O. Bryant, Paul A. Bryant, Bernice Sylvia, and Marjorie Sykes.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. A private family burial service will be held at St. Anthony's Cemetery. For directions and guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Alfred and Rose (Ventor) Bryant, she lived in New Bedford and Fairhaven before moving to Mattapoisett.
Phyllis was a graduate of Fairhaven High School, Class of 1948.
She was formerly employed at Humphrey, Covill & Coleman Insurance Agency and later at St. Luke's Hospital for many years until her retirement.
Phyllis enjoyed shopping, traveling the country by car with her husband, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by two sons, Jeffrey J. DuPont and his wife Nora and Jay A. DuPont and his wife Lori; her daughter, Jayne M. Mello; seven grandchildren, Kevin DuPont, Hannah DuPont, Jennifer L. Lukey, Abigail DuPont, Justin DuPont, Tyler Mello, and Nikkole Mello; two great-grandchildren, Charlie DuPont and Jamie DuPont; her sister, Alma Fernandes; her sister-in-law, Ann Bryant; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Alfred O. Bryant, Paul A. Bryant, Bernice Sylvia, and Marjorie Sykes.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. A private family burial service will be held at St. Anthony's Cemetery. For directions and guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
DEATH
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Warren Michael “Mike” Ailes
Jul 02, 2023 |
Warren Michael “Mike” Ailes of Mattapoisett died peacefully on July 2, 2023 at home. He was born in Pittsburg on April 20, 1947 to Jean Straub Ailes and Warren Ailes. He graduated from Brown University and got his MBA from Boston University. Mike was a serial entrepreneur, IT consultant and 7th grade math teacher (which was his favorite job). Mike was married to his best friend, Melinda Lee Ailes, until a day before his 47th anniversary. He had two daughters Linae Leavens (husband Rich) of Ouray, CO and Caroline Ailes who lived with him for the last 8 years. He had 3 absolutely perfect grandchildren, McKena, Mason and Michael, and 4 wonderful great grandchildren. Mike will always be remembered for his wit, his kindness and his all-consuming love of family. And for him, his family included sisters, brother, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, out-laws and friends that he chose, or chose him, like Anita Regan, her sisters and our hospice & care partners. We can see him now doing the things he loved: playing cards, playing tennis, sailing, hanging at the beach, eating anything sweet and laughing, always laughing. Mike chose not to have a service, but we will be having a celebration of his life some time in the future. Contributions may be made in his honor to Dana Farber Cancer Institute or Parkinson’s Foundation.
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Ruth Nicolaci
Jul 02, 2023 |
With a life well lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Ruth Nicolaci on July 2, 2023, at her home with her family present.
Born in Highland Park, NJ and raised in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Alice (Hauske) Hiller, and the widow of John F. Nicolaci. She was educated at the Berkeley Institute in New York and Wheaton College in Norton, MA.
Survivors include three children, Lisa Knowles Murray and her husband Chris of Middletown, RI, Brenda K. Hughes and her partner Roger Fortier of Somerset, and George B. Knowles IV and his wife Erin of Fairhaven; two stepchildren, Ann Nicolaci Labb and her partner Gary Dancosse of Manchester, CT and John Nicolaci, Jr. of Tampa, FL, seven grandchildren, Jessica Tiffany Hughes, Ryan Slater Hughes, George B. Knowles V, Emma Ruth Knowles, Amanda Phillips Murray, Eve Nicole Cleary and Mark Nicolas Labb; and three great-grandchildren, Kennedy, Nico and Delia.
Over the years, Mrs. Nicolaci served as a director of the following organizations: the New Bedford Day Nursery for fifty years until her death, the Compass Bank (now Santander) for fifteen years, the New Bedford Chamber of Commerce, the New Bedford Whaling Museum, the Massachusetts Nurserymen's Association and the Marion Garden Group. She was the plant lady on radio WBSM's Plant Talk program for many years. She loved being with family, gardening, piloting their plane with her late husband, and playing tournament croquet with the Marion Mallet Club. She was involved in the horticultural field as part owner with her former husband of G. Bourne Knowles and Co., in Fairhaven.
In lieu of flowers, please send a floral bouquet to someone you love or gift to the Hagerstown Aviation Museum, Hagerstown, Maryland in memory of John F. Nicolaci. A private family burial will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Marion. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
Born in Highland Park, NJ and raised in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Alice (Hauske) Hiller, and the widow of John F. Nicolaci. She was educated at the Berkeley Institute in New York and Wheaton College in Norton, MA.
Survivors include three children, Lisa Knowles Murray and her husband Chris of Middletown, RI, Brenda K. Hughes and her partner Roger Fortier of Somerset, and George B. Knowles IV and his wife Erin of Fairhaven; two stepchildren, Ann Nicolaci Labb and her partner Gary Dancosse of Manchester, CT and John Nicolaci, Jr. of Tampa, FL, seven grandchildren, Jessica Tiffany Hughes, Ryan Slater Hughes, George B. Knowles V, Emma Ruth Knowles, Amanda Phillips Murray, Eve Nicole Cleary and Mark Nicolas Labb; and three great-grandchildren, Kennedy, Nico and Delia.
Over the years, Mrs. Nicolaci served as a director of the following organizations: the New Bedford Day Nursery for fifty years until her death, the Compass Bank (now Santander) for fifteen years, the New Bedford Chamber of Commerce, the New Bedford Whaling Museum, the Massachusetts Nurserymen's Association and the Marion Garden Group. She was the plant lady on radio WBSM's Plant Talk program for many years. She loved being with family, gardening, piloting their plane with her late husband, and playing tournament croquet with the Marion Mallet Club. She was involved in the horticultural field as part owner with her former husband of G. Bourne Knowles and Co., in Fairhaven.
In lieu of flowers, please send a floral bouquet to someone you love or gift to the Hagerstown Aviation Museum, Hagerstown, Maryland in memory of John F. Nicolaci. A private family burial will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Marion. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.