OBITUARIES
Eleanor M. Hartz
May 14, 2026
Eleanor “Ellie” Martha Hartz, 76, of Hanson, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on May 14, 2026.
Born in Boston on August 28, 1949, Ellie was the beloved daughter of the late Ernest and Isobel Johnson. Proudly born and raised in Jamaica Plain, Ellie cherished her upbringing and always remained deeply connected to her roots. She inherited her strong Scottish will and determination...
John M. Petrino
May 8, 2026
A generous soul who gave selflessly to his family, friends, and strangers who quickly became friends.
John Michael Petrino, 73, of Whitman, passed away on May 8, 2026, with the same quiet dignity with which he lived his life.
John was born on February 12, 1953, to Eino and Emma Petrino. He was predeceased by his wife, Debra (“Debbie”) Petrino. He is...
Robert A. McDougall
May 8, 2026
Robert A. McDougall, 82, of Abington, MA died on May 8, 2026 after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in South Boston on December 2, 1943, he was the son of the late Alexander McDougall and the late Margaret (Richards) McDougall of South Boston.
He graduated from Gate of Heaven High School in South Boston in 1962. From there he...
Gail Downs
May 6, 2026
Gail Downs, 89, of Bridgewater, Massachusetts passed away on May 6 at Southwood at Norwell Nursing Center after a lengthy illness. Born in Braintree Massachusetts on December 4, 1936, Gail was the only child of Daniel W. and Clarice M. (Cutcliffe) Griffin.
Gail graduated from Braintree High School in 1954 and Wheaton College in 1958 with a degree in French. After...
Sheila C. Ware
May 5, 2026
Sheila C. Ware, of East Bridgewater Massachusetts, formerly of Whitman, passed away unexpectedly on May 5, 2026, at the age of 79.
Born on July 8, 1946, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, Sheila was the beloved daughter of the late James and Catherine (Kelleher) Cronin. She graduated from Rockland High School in 1964.
Sheila was the loving sister of Connie Danaitis, Maryellen Chandler, and...
Barbara A. Leopardi
Apr 30, 2026
Barbara A. Leopardi, 89 of Hanover, Massachusetts passed away on April 30 th at South Shore Hospital after a sudden medical issue. Born in Dorchester, Massachusetts in 1937 as the youngest of 7 to William Williams and Beatrice O’Brien.
She spent many years working for The Holiday Inn, where she made lifelong friendships that she cherished. She loved to vacation, play...
Marie Barry
Apr 30, 2026
Marie B. (Durante) Barry, 77, of Whitman, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 30, 2026. A lifelong resident of the South Shore, Marie was known for her warm spirit, sharp wit, and unwavering devotion to the people and passions she held dear.
Born to the late Lillian and Galindo Durante, Marie grew up in a close-knit family...
Audrey Hurley
Apr 27, 2026
Audrey Hurley, 92, of South Weymouth passed away on April 27 at Copley Nursing Facility after a long struggle with dementia. Audrey loved her family, music and gardening. In her past she worked for Bradlees offices.
She was the wife of the late James Hurley Sr. and was married 49 years. She is survived by daughter Judy Johnson and husband Ed,...
Debra S. Sheputa
Apr 24, 2026
Debra S. Sheputa, age 65, of Rockland, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Mass General Brigham, surrounded by the love of her husband and son, following a brief illness.
Debra was born in Brockton, Massachusetts, to Gerald Vaughn Grant and Lorraine Agnes (Estabrook) Grant. She was a proud graduate of Rockland High School, Class of 1978. A...
Stephen A Sacchetti
Apr 22, 2026
Stephen A. Sacchetti, 83, of Whitman, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on April 22nd at his home after a long battle with cancer.
He was born in Quincy, Massachusetts in 1943 the only child of Adamo Sacchetti and Elba (Magrini) Sacchetti.
He Graduated from Thayer Academy in 1960 and Boston University in 1964.He was a Physical Education teacher and Health teacher for Foxborough...
Charles D Ponder Jr.
Apr 22, 2026
Charles David Ponder Jr.,58, of East Bridgewater, MA was called home to the Lord on April 22nd, 2026. Charlie was born August 24th, 1967 in Boston, MA. He was the son of the late Charles D. Ponder Sr. and Marjorie J. (Cole) Ponder. He was a graduate of East Bridgewater High School, class of 1985, where he was rightfully awarded...
Terrance "Terry" Minnehan
Apr 16, 2026
Terrance “Terry” James Minnehan, 82, of Whitman, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on April 16, 2026.
Born on June 23, 1943, in Brockton, Massachusetts, he was the second son of the late Beatrice A. (Woodland) Minnehan and Allan A. Minnehan.
He served his country as a Seabee in the U.S. Navy, proudly serving during the Vietnam War. Upon his return, he worked in...
John J. Smith
Apr 14, 2026
John Joseph “JJ, Smitty” Smith, 80, of Whitman, MA.
Passed away on April 14, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was the dear husband of Judith A. Smith (D’Angelo) of 48 years.
Born in South Kingstown RI on November 10, 1945, and raised in Narragansett, the second son of the late Francis Edwin Smith...
Howard G. Lee
Apr 11, 2026
Howard G. “Rusty” Lee of East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, died peacefully at his home on April 11, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, and will be deeply missed.
Born in Chelsea, MA, on August 3, 1945, to the late Howard and Ruth (Thompson) Lee, Rusty grew up in South Boston alongside his younger sisters, Pam Lebreck...
Rita E. Gatanti
Apr 11, 2026
Our beautiful mother Rita Ellen Gatanti, 86 of Hanson, MA passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Rita was the wife of the late Paul B. Gatanti. Born in Boston, MA she was the daughter of the late Donald F. and Rita J. Kraus of Holbrook, MA. Rita was the cherished sister of Marilyn J. Gross of Randolph, MA....
David M. Onyskow
Apr 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father and greatest papa, David Michael Onyskow. David was born on August 15, 1946, to Mary and George Onyskow, and passed away on April 8, 2026, at the age of 79, after a very short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
David graduated from Penn State University in 1968...
John T. Noone
Apr 5, 2026
John Thomas Noone, 75, of Whitman and Canton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the Pat Roche Hospice Home after a more than 20-year battle with myelofibrosis, a form of blood cancer.
Born on September 22, 1950, to Francis Noone and Sophia (McKinnon) Noone and raised in Quincy, John was a graduate of both Boston College High School...
Judith A. (O'Malley) Parry
Apr 4, 2026
Judith A. (O’Malley) Parry, 84, most recently of Cape Cod and formerly of Hanson, passed away on April 4, 2026, after a period of failing health. She was the beloved wife of the late Wayne Parry.
Born and raised in Weymouth, Judith was a graduate of Weymouth High School. She was the daughter of the late John and Francis O’Malley. Judith...
Barbara Gallager
Mar 31, 2026
Barbara “Sandy Morton” Gallager, 92, of Whitman passed away at Colony Center in Abington on March 31, 2026.
She was the daughter of the late Walter and Agnes George of Dorchester.
Sandy worked as a clerk at the Brockton Post Office for over 20 years. She graduated from Dot. High for girls in 1950. Barbara lived in Whitman, MA the last 27...
Manus J. Getchell Jr.
Mar 29, 2026
Manus J. Getchell Jr., Age 95, passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2026 surrounded by his family.
He was born in Brockton Mass in 1931 to the late Manus and Mary (Fogerty) Getchell. He attended Whitman High School and graduated in 1949. Following his graduation, he enlisted in the military and proudly served in the Coast Guard. After completing his service,...
