Thursday, September 27, 2012
The longtime Boston University president and political figure in Massachusetts passed away on Sept. 27, 2012.
John R. Silber, who served as president at Boston University for more than two decades and was an influential - and controversial - figure in Massachusetts politics, died on September 27 of kidney failure. He was 86. Dr. Silber is credited with bringing Boston University from a commuter school to new levels of academic excellence, and was nearly elected governor of Massachusetts in 1990, losing narrowly to Bill Weld. Dr. Silber began at Boston University in 1971, served as president until 1996, then as University chancellor until 2003. During his tenure at BU, Dr. Silber expanded the university's campus, recruited accomplished professors and faculty, and improved BU's reputation considerably. Dr. Silber was widely known for his jarring…
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Bolling was the Boston City Council President in 1986-1987. He died on Sept. 11.
Bruce Bolling, the first black Boston City Council president, died from cancer on Sept. 11. He was 67. Several politicians released statements about Bolling's passing. “I am saddened to learn of the passing of former City Councilor Bruce Bolling. There are many who came before me who helped set the stage that allowed me to get elected," said Felix Arroyo, At-Large Boston City Councilor. "I have had the privilege of knowing Bruce my whole life. He has always been a friend and mentor to me, but most importantly, he was a great leader, husband and father. He will be missed.” City Council President Stephen Murphy tweeted: "RIP Fmr. Cllr. Bruce Bolling. He was a man who always championed the causes of others, never once thinking of himself." …
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Mary D. (McCall) MacGregor, of West Roxbury, passed away on June 17, 2012.
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Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Obituary from the Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home: MacGREGOR, Mary D. (McCall). Of West Roxbury on June 17, 2012. Beloved wife of Robert W. MacGregor. Loving mother of Robert J. MacGregor and wife Susan and William F. MacGregor all of West Roxbury. Devoted grandmother of Virginia "Ginny" and Robert "Jack". Dear sister of William F. McCall, Jr. and wife Jean of Winchester and Col. George A. McCall, USAF (ret.) and wife Sharan of San Antonio, TX. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home, 376 Washington St., BROOKLNE on Friday morning at 9:00 followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa of Avila Church, West Roxbury at 10:00. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours in the funeral home on …
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Patrick Roche, passed away on May 26, at the age of 83.
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Sunday, May 27, 2012
From the MacDonald Funeral Home: Roche, Patrick E. “Pat” of Marshfield, May 26, 2012 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Barbara (Travers) Roche. Loving father of Patrick E “Rick” Roche Jr. and his wife Cathy of Westwood and Edward G. “Eddie” Roche and his wife Denise Nicoli-Roche of Holliston. Loving grandfather of Caitlin E. and Christopher M. Roche. Dear brother of Daniel “Bud” Roche and his wife Eileen of Needham, Jack Roche, Columban Father of RI and the late James Roche. Son of the late Patrick J. and Elsie Roche. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Pat grew up in Roslindale. He was a graduate of Boston Latin School class of 1946 and Boston College class of 1951. Pat and his family moved to Marshfield in 1964. He co-…
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Meg Beatty-Coyne, 45, of West Roxbury, passed away on May 7.
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Thursday, May 10, 2012
Editor's note: The following was provided by the Gormley Funeral Service home. BEATTY-COYNE, Margaret A. “Meg” Age 45, Of West Roxbury, May 7, 2012. Beloved wife of Peadar Coyne. Loving mother of Sinead, Sean, Adrienne, Alison, Christopher, Mary Catherine, & Patrick Coyne. Daughter of Margaret A. Beatty and the late John “Joe” Beatty of West Roxbury. Sister of John J. Beatty and the late Mary T. Devane. Devoted aunt to Brenda and Michael Devane. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home 2055 Centre St. WEST ROXBURY, Saturday, May 12 at 9 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa Church at 10 o’clock. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. …
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
William “Bill” McDonough, 83, of West Roxbury passed away April 23, was very involved in the community, serving as president for the West Roxbury Civic & Improvement Association.
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Courtesy of the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home. William P. “Bill” McDonough of West Roxbury passed away Monday April 23, 2012 at the age of 83. Originally from Charlestown, Bill was the beloved son of the late Catherine and Thomas McDonough, and brother to Vincent McDonough of Onset, Mary McCarthy of Dorchester, Patricia Allington of Florida, Frank McDonough of Westport, and the late Bud McDonough. A retired attorney from the Federal Trade Commission, Bill was very involved in the community, serving as president for the West Roxbury Civic & Improvement Association. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Ruth (Kelley); daughters Karen Manning of Canton, Susan Hertrich of Atkinson, NH, Marybeth Cabana of Mansfield, and …
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Eugene Bligh passed away on Feb. 11. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Friends of Boston Latin School Wrestling Program.
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Editor's note: Obituary courtesy of Gormley Funeral Service BLIGH Eugene A. In West Roxbury, February 11, 2012, formerly of Co. Roscommon, Ireland. Beloved husband of Patricia A. (Somers). Loving father of Jonathan S. Bligh. Brother of Patrick of Dedham, Michael of Quincy, Hubert of Needham, Martin Bligh of West Roxbury and Mary Zukowski of Dorchester, Breda McDonnell of Ireland, Anne Malone of Ireland, Kay Dailler of France and the late Jack Bligh. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home 2055 Centre St. WEST ROXBURY, Wednesday from 3-8pm. Relatives and friends invited. Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church, Thursday, Feb. 16th. at 10 o’clock. Interment Brookdale Cemetery. In …
Friday, February 3, 2012
The 18-year member of the Governor's Council passed away on Jan. 31.
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Friday, February 3, 2012
Obituary courtesy of Gormley Funeral: TIMILTY Kelly A. 18- year Member of the Governor’s Council, of Dedham, January 31, 2012. Loving wife of James “Jim” L. Mandeville. Daughter of Joseph Timilty and Elaine (Benson) of Canton. Sister of Kara Timilty of South Boston, Joseph Jr. and his wife Patricia of Canton, Patrick and his wife Mary Beth of West Roxbury, Senator James and his wife Mary of Walpole, Gregory and his wife Jennifer of Boston and Barton of West Roxbury. Sister-in-law of Mark Mandeville and his wife Susan of Walpole, John Mandeville of Halifax, Joseph Mandeville of Roslindale, Joan Gniadek and her husband Joseph of Plymouth and Regina Green and her husband Clay of Dallas, NC. Kelly was a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews…
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
The line at former Mayor Kevin White's wake stretched down Beacon Street from the Parkman House to the State House.
Nearly 200 people lined Beacon Street, from the Parkman House to the State House, to pay their respects today to former Boston Mayor Kevin White, who died on Friday. A bagpipe played as people chatted, and local politicians remembered White as an important and energetic leader who shaped the Boston we know today. "Kevin White set the blueprint for the city," said Mayor Thomas Menino. "We've followed that blueprint over the years." He recalled playing many a game of golf with White. "He was a great mentor for me," Menino said. "We had a lot of good personal times together." Boston City Council President Stephen Murphy also shared fond memories of White. "He was one of the most dynamic and energetic leaders the city has ever seen," Murphy …
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Governor Councilor Kelly Timilty, of Roslindale, 49, passed away today.
Governor's Councilor Kelly Timilty passed away today at the age of 49, according to multiple media outlets. Timilty served under five governors as an elected official for District 2. She was a Roslindale resident. Through the years Timilty worked with countless elected officials and residents, some of who have offered comments on her passing: "Kelly was a wonderful person from a public service family through her family history," said West Roxbury District Councilor Matt O'Malley. "She loved Boston, she loved her entire district. She was accessible. She was funny. She was just really, really a kind, kind person. I always enjoyed seeing her and catching up and talking about her family. She was always interested in what I was doing and …
susan cole
9:02 pm on Sunday, May 27, 2012
Pat Roche was a fantastic man. His vision was totally envisoned by all who were touched by him. God bless more ›