Obituaries

Mar 30, 2017

John M. Mitchell of South Easton Ma Passed away peacefully on Thursday March 30th 2017. He was the husband of the late Mary Mitchell.

John Was Born in Boston in 1927. He was a WWII veteran who served with the United States Army. He was part of the 88th Infantry Division, also known as the "Blue Devils"....

Mar 27, 2017

Warren H Dahl ( War Dog) 72 of Hanson died on March 27th. Warren was born June 18, 1944.  He left behind his beloved wife Dawn Dahl of 28 years.  He is survived by his daughter Sheila Dahl-McCorry, her husband Brendan McCorry from N. Attlboro, a son Erik Dahl of West Bridgewater, two Stepdaughters, Jeneane Johnston of Hanson and...

Mar 26, 2017

David Kenerson Hurd passed peacefully with family by his side after a lengthy illness. Devoted husband of Linda Ibbitson Hurd, Father of Donna M. Hurd, David K. Hurd. Jr., Stepfather of Brian D. Clark, Heidi Clark McGuire, Stepbrother of Shirley Bragg of Maine, Cousin Tom Claffey, and well-loved "Grampy" and "Grandpa Dave" of Alisha McGuire, Nicholas Clark, Chelsea Melancon,...

Mar 18, 2017

Joyce Elaine (Robinson) Savery 86 years old of Meetinghouse Ln., Hanson, MA has peacefully departed to be with the Lord on March 18, 2017. She will be missed by many who loved her and found her to be such an inspiration.  There will be a "Celebration of Life" memorial to be held at the United Methodist Church, 546 Mattakeesett...

Mar 4, 2017

Jack L. Glockner of Halifax passed away on Saturday March 4, 2017 at the age of 79. He was the beloved husband of Denise E. (Duffy) Glockner.  Loving father of Deborah Marvuglio of East Bridgewater and Jack Glockner of Taunton. Grandfather of  The late Shane Hammond,  Anthony Marvuglio, Crystal, and Jack Glockner. Great grandfather of Nevaeh  and Jack Glockner...

Feb 15, 2017

Beatrice E. (Barme) MacDonald of Hanson Passed away on Wednesday February 15, 2017 at the age of 91. She was the beloved wife of the late John F. MacDonald. Daughter of the late William and Helen (Gibbs) Barme.  Loving mother of Frederick G. MacDonald and his wife Penelope Peterson of Norwell and the Late William A. MacDonald. Sister of...

Feb 2, 2017

Ekie L. (Toweh) Vanderhost passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017.

She is survived by her loving children, Emelia Korli, Comfort Korli, Lusu Korli, Nginda Korli, Alvin Korli and Ursula Vanderhost, and 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Left behind to mourn are her sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, Friends, nieces, nephews, and a host of other...

Feb 1, 2017

Michael Altieri of Whitman passed Away on Wed February 1 2017. Michael was born in Brockton Ma on August 28th 1921 and was a Resident of Whitman for over 50 years.

Michael is survived by his loving wife Alice Altieri (Anderson), His Son Chris and his wife Eileen Altieri of Lakeville MA,  and his daughter...

Feb 1, 2017

Carl R. Backlund of Halifax passed away on Wednesday February 1, 2017 at the age of 84. The beloved husband of Marion M. (Medeiros) Backlund. Loving father of Anne Hall of Michigan, Thomas Backlund of FL,  Mark Backlund of Whitman, Jeanne Graves of FL,  the late Linda Parker, and the late James Backlund.  Brother of Nancy Hayes of Carver, ...

Jan 30, 2017

Melvin H. Ellis, age 88, of Hanson, died peacefully, Monday, January 30, 2017 after a long illness.

Mel was born in Hanson and lived his entire life there. He was a graduate of South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School, Class of 1946. He was employed as a linotype/press operator for Rumford Litho in North Abington for twenty...

Jan 10, 2017

Charlotte W. Vayo (Tibbetts) passed away peacefully on January 10th with her family by her side.  She leaves behind five children; Gary Vayo, Sharon Vayo, Brian Vayo, Kelly Pasca and Rick Vayo.  She was the mother-in-law to Kimberly Vayo, Louise Vayo, Bobby Pasca, Linda Vayo and Lisa Haslett.  She had seven grandchildren: Jason Vayo, Jamie LaCivita, Nicole Betters, Lindsay...

Jan 3, 2017

Gregg F. Ripley, 62, of Hanson, previously from Hanover,  passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at 4:45pm on Tuesday, January 3, 2017.

He is survived by his mother Helen Ripley Price, brothers Paul Ripley and his wife Lee, Chester Ripley,  sister Beth Ripley Cobb and her husband David.  His daughter Jacquelyn Wales Ripley, son Jonathan...

Jan 2, 2017

Thomas J. Pepe, 80, of Hanson, Ma passed away January 2, 2017 peacefully at his home after a year long illness. Tom is survived by his loving Wife Jean of 55 years, Son Thomas and his Wife Gail of W.Bridgewater, Daughter Lisa and her Husband Charles Bracco of Hanson.  Grandsons, Brandon, Kirk and Justin Bracco of Hanson. Granddaughter Maggie...

Dec 28, 2016

EASTON- Beverly Bethoney, a beloved sister, and resident of Easton, Massachusetts died Wednesday, December 28, 2016.

Born May 6, 1942 in Boston, MA, Beverly struggled with cerebral palsy but continued to stride through life with happiness and much love for her family, activities, and Elvis. Beverly enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping, and going to her...

Dec 26, 2016

Irene Louise Gustafson, 88, of Venice, Florida died on December 26, 2016. Irene was born on March 16, 1928, in North Easton, MA. Irene is survived by her husband, Vernon H, Gustafson of 65 years. She is also survived by her three daughters; Susan MacNevin of Venice, FL, Janice Laakko of Framingham, and Linda Grulke of Venice, FL. Irene...

Dec 26, 2016

Florence (Bergman) St Laurent of Halifax, formerly of Hanson, passed away peacefully on Monday December 26, 2016 at the age of 101.

The wife of the late Andrew St Laurent. She was born in Brockton and a long time resident of Hanson. She loved  cooking and was a great cook, she enjoyed playing cards, drawing, bowling, and...

Dec 18, 2016

Eva June (Pickering) Smith of Halifax died peacefully in her home of 20 years on December 18th, at the age of 81. She was surrounded by many treasured mementos and knick-knacks from her beautiful life.

June – as she was known to many – was the wife of the late George Donald Smith, who went home to...

Dec 6, 2016

Thomas Peter Swanwick known to many as Swany, 69 years young of S. Easton Massachusetts passed away on December 6th, 2016.  He spent his remaining days surrounded by friends, family and loved ones.  He will now join his wife Janie who left us last year, they were married for 49 years.  He is survived by their three children, his...

Dec 3, 2016

Barbara J. Peterson age 50 of Easton was a dedicated Home-Care professional who enjoyed loud music and good times with great friends who died suddenly on Saturday, December 3, 2016.

Barbara was born October 21, 1966, the only daughter of the late Clifford W., and Joan S. (Little) Peterson.  Sister to Andrew C. Peterson and the late...

Nov 23, 2016

Mary T. Gover (Corcoran) of Scituate passed away on Wednesday, November 23, at Life Care Center of South Shore in Scituate. She was 87 years old. She was the wife of the late Walter F. Gover. She was born in Boston; daughter of the late John J. & Mary M. (Landrigan) Corcoran. She is survived by her nephews Daniel...