Eleanor M Melia
Oct 31, 2026
Eleanor M. (Kay) Melia 81, a beloved mother, nana, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Chelsea, MA on September 3, 1945 to the late Eleanor M. (Smith) Kay and James M. Kay. She is survived by her brother, Robert Kay (Margie) of Plymouth, MA. She is...
Susan M Deegan
Oct 18, 2026
Susan M Deegan beloved daughter, sister and friend, passed away on October 18th, 2026, at the age of 67, peacefully surrounded by family. Though her passing leaves a deep sadness in the hearts of those who loved her, we choose to celebrate a life filled with love, cherished memories, laughter, and meaningful connections. Born on July 27, 1959, in Boston....
Gladys M Hammond
Oct 10, 2026
Gladys M. (Smith) Hammond, 89, of Hanson, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026
Gladys was born on September 9, 1937, in Linden, Nova Scotia, Canada, where she lived until her marriage to her beloved husband of 63 years, Samuel Hammond, brought her to Hanson.
Throughout the years, Gladys was an active member of the Hanson community. She generously gave her...
Michael F King Jr
Oct 10, 2026
Michael F King Jr., 83, a longtime resident of Weymouth, passed away in October 10, 2026. Who was born on April 8, 1943
Mike was the son of the late Michael F King Sr. and Shirley King. He was raised in Dorchester and graduated from Dorchester High School. He went on to serve 40 years with the Boston Fire Department ,...
Walter Leo Thompson
Oct 6, 2026
Walter L. Thompson, 86 a longtime resident of Pembroke Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026.
Born on November 11, 1939 - Veterans Day, Walter was the son of late Leo R.Thompson and Eleanor C. Thompson. Raised in Dorchester, Boston, his birthday was a fitting one for a man who would dedicate so much to serving his country and his...
Beverly Frances Kolacz
Sep 22, 2026
Beverly Frances Kolacz , 88, of Hanson MA, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family at home.Born on October 20,1937 in Rockland MA to William Brown and Ruth Campbell. She grew up with a deep appreciation for the simple, beautiful things in life. She went on to build a beautiful life of her own, marrying...
Paul Howard Boraks
Sep 15, 2026
Paul Howard Boraks died peacefully at home on September 15, 2026, surrounded by friends and family, after a long battle with pneumonia and kidney failure. He was 85 years old.
Paul was born on June 28, 1941, in Malden, Massachusetts, the son of George E. and Betty (Holzberg) Boraks. He graduated from Malden Vocational High School, where he concentrated his studies...
Daniel Michael Pitts
Aug 24, 2026
Daniel "Dan" Michael Pitts, 37, of South Easton, MA, left this world far too soon on August 24, 2026. Born on January 6, 1989, Dan grew up in Hanson, MA, and was a graduate of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School. A man of many talents, Dan worked in a variety of roles—including as a mechanic, waiter, and painter—where he dedicated his...
Nicholas B McKay
Aug 20, 2026
Nick McKay, 46, of Rockland, Massachusetts, passed away on August 20, 2026, after a brief illness. Raised and educated in Whitman, Nick graduated from South Shore Vocational Technical School in Hanover in 1998.
He was active in scouting with Boy Scout Troop 59 in Whitman, enjoying camp and all the troop activities. His very favorite thing was boating and fishing with...
Laura Jean Burke
Aug 16, 2026
Laura Jean (Horne) Burke57, of Halifax, MA Laura Jean (Horne) Burke, age 57, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Raised in East Bridgewater, Laura was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend.
As a mother, she was incredibly protective of her three girls, putting her children and grandchildren before everything else without second thought. The ultimate...
Ilona Ellen Mitchell
Aug 14, 2026
Ilona Ellen Mitchell, a lifelong resident of Pembroke, passed away surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Brockton on January 29, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Ellen and Arvo Blom. A graduate of Silver Lake Regional High School, where her sense of humor earned her the title of class clown.Ilona dedicated 45 years of her life...
Robert William Madden Jr.
Aug 12, 2026
Robert William Madden Jr, 70, of Hanson, Massachusetts passed away August 12, 2026 in his home.
Robert was born on April 14th, 1956 in Brockton, where he lived until moving to Hanover, where he attended and graduated from Hanover High School. After which he graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy in Bourne, Massachusetts. He then joined the merchant Marines, where he was...
Michael Paul Stempleski
Jul 20, 2026
It is with profound shock and broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Michael Paul Stempleski, 48, of Hanover MA on July 20, 2026.
Affectionately known as Mikey, MP, and Michael Paul, he was born on March 7, 1978 to Michael J. and Diane L. (Sacco) Stempleski Jr. Raised in Hanover, Ma, he found a love for baseball at...
Raymond Gardner Towne
Jul 20, 2026
Raymond Gardner Towne, 76, of Rockland, Massachusetts, passed away on July 20, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on August 1, 1949, in Hanson, Massachusetts, and later made his home in Rockland. He was the husband of Linda Towne, to whom he was married for 56 years.
In addition to his wife Linda, Raymond is survived by his four...
John C. Dolim Sr.
Jul 11, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce John C. Dolim, Sr., passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family at the age of 80 on July 11th 2026. Born on January 17th, 1946, in Madeira Island, Portugal. John came to this country when he was seven. He was the son of the late Mary (DeOlim) Sylvia & Manuel DeOlim...
Shirley MacLeod
Jul 10, 2026
Shirley (McCullen) MacLeod of Duxbury, age 92 passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. Daughter of the late Kenneth and Elsie (Vanmorden) McCullen. A former R.N for most of her life.
Her services are private.
Francis L. Calogero Jr.
Jun 23, 2026
Francis passed away peacefully while sleeping at the age of 94 on June 23 rd 2026. Born on December 31st 1931 in Boston MA he was the son of the late Catherine and Francis Calogero Sr. Francis grew up in South Boston with his brother Richard Calogero. He proudly served his country as a United Sates Marine. In 1965, Francis married...
Robert Edward Snow
Jun 16, 2026
Robert Edward Snow age 95, of New Hampshire, formerly of Brockton passed away on Tuesday June 16th, 2026. Son of the late Stanley E. and Clara A. (Soule) Snow. Robert was a retired manager for the Brockton Edison Co.
Visiting hour will be on Monday June 22, 2026 in the Leighton-MacKinnon Funeral Home 4 West Washington Street (Corner of Rte. 58)...
Mary Ann Goldie
Jun 6, 2026
Maryann Goldie of Halifax, formerly of Abington, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family after a long illness.
Born and raised in Abington, Maryann carried with her a deep love for family, friends, and the community where she grew up. She was devoted to those she loved and found her greatest joy in spending time with her family.
Maryann...
Peter Stanley Butman
Jun 4, 2026
Peter “Pete” S. Butman, 83, passed away on June 4, surrounded by the compassionate care of Hospice nurses and home health aides from Croi Health Care.
Pete was born in Quincy, Massachusetts, to the late Ann and Stan Butman. He was the beloved husband of the late Anne Butman of Hanson, Massachusetts, and a devoted father to Laura Hottleman and her...
