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Francis A. Finnell
May 31, 2003
Finnell, Francis A. (BPD Ret.) of Brewster, formerly of Roslindale and Foxboro, May 31st. after a brief illness. Beloved husband of Irene K. (Downing) Finnell. Loving father of Attorney Francis J. Finnell and his wife Nancy of Randolph, Susan B. Tolman and her husband Senator Steven A. Tolman of Brighton, and William E. Finnell and his wife Michele of Norwood. and the late Mary Louise and Richard J. Finnell. Adoring grandfather of Katie, Andrew, & Gregory Finnell, Victoria, Steven, & Siobhan Tolman, and Paul, Melissa and Jonathan Finnell. Brother of the late Joseph, George, Robert, and Roger Finnell & Margaret Buono. Also survived by many dear nieces and nephews.
Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home 4236 Washington St. ROSLINDALE SQUARE on Wed. June 4th at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roslindale at 10 AM.
Relatives & Friends invited.
Visiting hours Tues. 3-8 PM.
Interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
Francis was a dedicated servant to the people of Boston for over 30 years as a Boston Police Officer and Detective. He was a member of Boston Police VFW Post 1018 and served with the 64th fighter wing, 314th fighter squadron of the United States Army Air Corps during W.W.II.
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care of Cape Cod., Inc. 270 Communications Way, Hyannis, MA 02601.
Francis Finnell, Boston officer for 30 years
Francis A. Finnell, 85, who investigated crimes and patrolled the streets of Roxbury for 30 years as a no-nonsense Boston cop, died Saturday in his Brewster home. "He was just a loyal guy without pretense who didn't suffer fools gladly. You always knew where you stood with him, " said his son Francis J., of Randolph. A big man who knew how to use size to his advantage, Mr. Finnell played fullback on the Hyde Park High School football team and in the Boston Park League after graduation. His son says Mr. Finnell was offered a tryout by the Providence College football team, but knew he was no student, so he went to work for Stanley Newman Co. in Cambridge, fixing leaky roofs on local buildings. For years before it was torn down, he often pointed out the Hotel Manger at North Station (later the Hotel Madison) as the tallest building he had worked on. Mr. Finnell served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He was stationed at Dow Field in Bangor, Maine, waiting to be shipped overseas, when a sergeant entered his barracks and asked, "Does anybody here weigh more than 190 pounds?" Mr. Finnell raised his hand and became a military policemen. When he was stationed in Africa, another sergeant came into another barracks and asked, "Does anybody here know how to drive a truck?" Mr. Finnell answered in the affirmative and was soon driving in Africa and Europe for a unit that built and maintained airfields. After the war, he returned to the Newman Co., but took the police examination in 1951 because of his experience with the military police. Mr. Finnell walked a beat in Roxbury until the mid-1960s, when he became a plainclothes investigator. He was a stickler for honesty and accounted for every penny he made on paid details, even when he was paid in cash. "He kept meticulous records and claimed it all on his income tax, " said his son, adding that his father expected others to do the same. Mr. Finnell became a detective in 1970 and partnered for years with the late Frank McLean. "They hit it off right away, " said Francis Finnell. "They were like-minded." Mr. Finnell was commended in 1975 for his part in the investigation of the murder of a cabdriver in Roxbury. In 1978, he received widespread publicity for recovering several 15th-century books that had been stolen from Simmons College. "He never spoke about his exploits at work, " said his son. "To him, it was his job. He always said, `I was just doing my job, ' or `That's what they pay me for."' Mr. Finnell enjoyed spending time with his family. "He saw so much in Roxbury, I think when he wasn't working he just wanted to be home with his family, " said Francis Finnell. "He was the epitome of the quiet man, " his other son, William E. of Norwood, said yesterday. "He could be an abrupt, rough type of guy and some of my friends were intimidated by him, but I'll always remember him as a gentle family man." He was also a man who liked a good argument. "He'd argue for hours, " said his childhood friend, Thomas "Scoop" Broderick of Quincy. "And he was never wrong, at least in his opinion. I'd never argue with him unless I had something in black or white, a news clipping or something, to prove that I was right." Broderick and Mr. Finnell had been friends since they were 12-year-old neighbors in Roslindale. They also worked at the Newman Co. together. "He had a level head and I was the wise guy, " said Broderick. "He kept me out of a lot of trouble. I think if it wasn't for him, I'd have ended up jail." Besides his sons, Mr. Finnell leaves his wife, Irene (Downing); a daughter, Susan B. Tolman of Brighton; and nine grandchildren. A funeral Mass will be said at 10 a.m. tomorrow in Sacred Heart Church in Roslindale. Burial will be in St. Joseph's cemetery in West Roxbury.
Margaret Johnson
March 29, 2002
Margaret J. Johnson Of Roslindale, March 29.
Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Sr. Dear mother of Robert J. Jr. of IL, Patricia Dinsmore of Winchendon, Susan Waller of Randolph, Judith Dinsmore of Weymouth and Deborah Johnson of Westboro. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Sister of Gladys Kiernan and the late John McGrath and William McGrath.
Funeral services were in the Lucy Stone Chapel at Forest Hills Crematory, 171 Walk Hill St., Jamaica Plain on Apr. 1, 2002 .
In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St, Framingham, MA 01701
Angelina Mara
March 31, 2002
Angelina M. Mara Of Roslindale March 31, beloved wife of the late Salvatore, dear mother of Angelo of Tewksbury, and Joseph of Hingham, also survived by 5 grandchildren, sister of Ralph of Roslindale, Louis of Revere, and Frank of FLA. and the late Joseph and Celia DiPietro.
Funeral from the FJ Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ., Thursday April 4 at 9:00 a.m.
Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church at 10:00 a.m.
Relatives and friends invited.
Visiting Hours Wednesday 2-4, 7-9.
Late member ILGWU, Sons of Italy and The Villagers
Gerard E. O'Brien
March 30, 2002
Gerard E. O'Brien Of Malden formerly of Roslindale, unexpectedly March 30, beloved husband of Lynn Bottary of Malden, formerly of Roslindale, devoted step father of Adam Bottary of Quincy, John Jennings of Malden, Brian Jennings of Malden, loving step grandfather of Brian Jennings of Malden, loving son of the late Bartholemew and Louise, devoted brother of John of Quincy, Daniel of South Attleboro, Barbara of Roslindale, Noreen of West Roxbury, Mary Lou MacDonald of Dedham, Nancy Muse of Wrentham, also survived by 13 nieces and nephews and 16 great nieces and nephews.
Funeral from the FJ Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ., Wednesday April 3 at 9:00 am.
Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church at 10:00 a.m. . Relatives and friends invited. Visiting Hours Tuesday 3-8.
Late USMC Vietnam Vet.
In lieu of flowers donations to American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., FRAMINGHAM 01701.
Interment MASS National Cemetery, Bourne MA, at 1:30 on Wednesday
Antonios Papathanasiou
March 24, 2004
Papathanasiou, Antonios of Roslindale formerly of Greece March 24, 2004. Beloved husband of Marie (Walczyk). Loving father of Thomas and Mario Papathanasiou both of Roslindale. Dear brother of Maria and her son George of Roslindale. Also survived by many relatives and friends in the Boston Area and Greece. Funeral Services in St. Nectarious Greek Orthodox Church, 39 Belgrade Ave. Roslindale on Sat. March 27th at 11 AM. Relatives and Friends invited. Visiting Hours in the F. J. Higgins Funeral Home 4236 Washington St. ROSLINDALE SQUARE on Friday 5-9 PM, and also in the Church Saturday 9-11 AM. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery. Late owner of Roslindale Auto Service for 20 years. Member of Elks Lodge #10, Boston and Masons Prospect Lodge, Westwood.
Yusuf Sayed
March 21, 2004
Yusuf Sayed Of Roslindale, died Sudnay, March 21. He is survived by his loving wife Ingrit Sayed. Devoted father of Yusuf Sayed Jr., Carla Horgrove and grandchild, Lafayete Horgrove. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 27 at 4PM in The F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ. Parking rear of Funeral Home on Cummins Highway
Michael T. Martello
April 05, 2004
Michael T. Martello Of Brockton, formerly of Roslindale, April 5. Beloved husband of the late Antonetta (Moscaritolo). Dear father of Lawrence M. of Brockton. Also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Brother of Nicola. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ., Thursday, April 8 at 9. Funeral Blessing in the Sacred Heart Church, Roslindale, at 10. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8. Parking rear of Funeral Home on Cummins Highway.
Howard W. Hamilton
April 23, 2003
PLYMOUTH-Howard W. Hamilton, 67, of Plymouth, formerly of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday April 23, 2003, at the Mayflower Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Plymouth.He was the loving son of Mrs. Hazel E. Hamilton of Plymouth and the late Mr. Walter E. Hamilton.
Born April 22, 1936, in Eel River Crossing, New Brunswick, Canada, Howard attended public schools while living in Canada. He moved to Stoughton with his parents, and was a Stoughton resident for over Forty years.
Mr. Hamilton was a retired Master Plumber, and was a member of the Plumbers Union Local 12.
He was also a member of The Faith Baptist Church of Stoughton. He Enjoyed NASCAR Auto Racing and spending time at the Seekonk Motor Speedway. He also enjoyed fishing and other outdoor activities.During His retirement he loved spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Kerri L. Santosuosso of Plymouth, a brother, Richard Hamilton of Fort Francis, Canada and his two grandchildren; Patrick and Mark Santosuosso both of Plymouth.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1P.M. on Monday April 28, 2003 from The Faith Baptist Church of Stoughton. At the request of the family, Visiting Hours have been omitted, and his Burial will be private. Donations to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701-4688 would be appreciated.
Funeral Arrangements are by the Sheehan Funeral Home of Stoughton.
Steven M. Tarbox
April 17, 2003
STOUGHTON - Steven M. Tarbox, 33, of Stoughton, passed away unexpectedly in Easton Thursday April17, 2003. He was the loving son of Mr. Charles A. “Bud” Tarbox of Brockton and Lee (Aldorisio) Harris of Stoughton.
He was preceaded in death by his grandparents the late Mr.and Mrs. Charles A. Tarbox Sr. and the late Mr. And Mrs. Vincent Aldorisio.
Born July 17, 1969, Steven was a lifelong Stoughton resident.He Graduated from Stoughton High School in 1987. He then continued His education at Massasoit Community College in Brockton where He graduated with an Associates Degree in Business Administration. Steven continued his education and was certified in the Air-Line Industry when he graduated from the Boyd Technical School in Florida.
Steven was an avid sports-card collector. He loved fishing, playing Baseball and ice-hockey. Steven had a very special interest in Mustang automobiles and PitBull Dogs. He also had a love for playing Video games of all types.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister Mrs. Darlene M. Sheehan of Bridgewater and a brother, Mr. Mark E. Tarbox of Los Angeles, California. He was the cherished uncle of Courtney Marie and Brendon E. Sheehan of Bridgewater. He is also survived by Several loving Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and his best friends: Ugly, Duke and Congo.
His funeral will be at 8:15 A.M., on Tuesday April 22, 2003 from the Sheehan Funeral Home, 115 Monk Street, Stoughton, followed by a Funeral Mass at 9 A.M. in Our Lady Of The Rosary Church, Rt. 27 Stoughton. Cremation will follow .
Visiting hours are on Monday April 21, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M.
Paul F. Callahan Jr.
March 23, 2003
CALLAHAN - of South Easton, Paul F. Callahan, Jr. 41 years, formerly of Brockton And Stoughton, died unexpectedly Sunday March 23, 2003 at Morton Hospital in Taunton.
Born in Norwood, MA, he was the beloved son of Paul F. Callahan Sr. And Ann (Moore) Caddell of Stoughton. He was raised in Stoughton And graduated from Stoughton Schools.
Mr. Callahan was employed by the U.S. Postal Service as a Mail Handler At the Postal Annex.
In addition to his mother and father, he is survived by; a brother Michael Callahan, sisters; Kimberly Callahan, Katie Callahan, And Kathleen Caddell all of Stoughton and Wendy Callahan of Plymouth. Step brothers; Glenn and Jay Caddell of Salem, NH, and several Aunts, an Uncle and Several cousins.
His funeral service will be at 11 A.M. Thursday March 27, 2003 from the First United Methodist Church (109 Pleasant Street), Stoughton. The Rev. Dr. Henry James Officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, (off Rt. 138) Stoughton.
Visiting hours are from 6-9 P.M. on Wednesday March 26, 2003, from The Sheehan Funeral Home, 115 Monk Street (off Rt. 138 at the First Federal Savings Bank) Stoughton.
Ann E. Murphy
June 03, 2003
Murphy, Ann E. of Arlington formerly of Hingham, June 3, 2003.
Beloved daughter of David P. Murphy of Hingham and the late Lois P. (Coffey). Stepdaughter of Judy Tetreault-Murphy. Loving sister of Maureen Murphy O'Hanley of Hingham and Ellen Murphy Dengler of NJ. Step-sister of Richard T. "Chip" Toomey of CT, Shannon E. Toomey of NY and J. Regan Toomey of Scituate.
Also survived by five nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home 21 Emerald St., HINGHAM Saturday at 11:00 AM.
Funeral Mass in Saint Paul's Church, Hingham at 12:00 Noon.
Visiting hours Friday 3-8 PM.
Cremation will follow.
Ann possessed the wonderful gifts of humor and laughter and the simple yet profound ability to see people for who they are. Her love and understanding of children were at the core of her being; Ann helped create a joyful, early education experience for many, many families. As an expression of her devotion to children and the Cambridge-Ellis School, Ann established an endowment fund to support community artisans working with the teachers and children there. Ann loved the outdoors, she was an avid golfer, loved to garden and be at the ocean.
Graduate of Hingham High School, Class of 1978 and Wheelock College, Class of 1984.
Donations in memory of Ann may be made to The Ann Murphy Artisans Program, c/o Cambridge-Ellis School, 80 Trowbridge St. Cambridge, MA 02138.
James "Riverboat" "Stutzy" Russell
February 03, 2003
Russell, James "Riverboat" "Stutzy" of Hull February 3, 2003.
Long time beloved companion of Lee Tigges of Hull. Loving father of Michael of Abington, Scott of Grand Canyon, AZ, Tiffany of Abington and the late Christopher.
Loving grandfather of Alicia, Samantha, Rhiana & one on the way.
Father in law of Susan and Julie Russell. Former husband of Nancy (Marshall) Russell. Brother of Joe of Medford, Slim of Arlington, Jackie of NH, Lonni of Arlington, and the late Walter, Helen, Ted, Eddie and John Krantz.
Also survived by many nieces & nephews.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central St.), HINGHAM Thursday at 9:15 AM.
Funeral Mass in Saint Paul's Church, Hingham at 10 AM.
Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM.
Burial in Hull Village Cemetery.
In 1993, Jim began working as an antiques dealer and auctioneer for Stutz Blacker Antiques in Quincy (formerly of Weymouth). Before that, he owned Aamex Acoustical Company in Hingham and worked as an accoustical engineer for 30 years. He grew up in Medford and lived in Hull for 10 years. Jim enjoyed playing softball and was always available with a helping hand to anyone who needed him. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Donations in memory of Jim may be made to Hospice of the South Shore, 100 Baystate Dr., PO Box 9060, Braintree, MA 02184.
