Peter Kapteyn, age 91, died at Beaumont of Northborough on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 after a brief illness. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by four generations of family members.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Marian, and their 4 children, Corey (Lynn), Paul (Kim), Joanna (Wayne) and Mariette (Bill). Nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren will also cherish his memory.

Peter was preceded in death by his youngest child Bert, who died in 1992 at the age of 26.

Born July 21, 1927 in Moerdijk, the Netherlands, he lived in Amsterdam, Toronto, Chicago, Burlington, and Framingham before settling in Southborough, MA in 1966. In 1950, he completed his studies in electrical engineering at MTS in Amsterdam. He immigrated to Toronto, Canada in 1953 and became a U.S. citizen in 1962. He worked for several companies during his 50 years as an electrical engineer.

His funeral service will be on Monday, August 6, at 10:00 A.M. in the Pickering and Son Westborough Funeral Home, 62 West Main St., Westborough. Burial will follow in Rural Cemetery, Southborough.

Calling hours at the funeral home [were posted for] Sunday, August 5, from 3 to 5 P.M.

Memorial contributions may be made in Peter’s memory to Community Covenant Church, 2 West Elm Street, Hopkinton, MA. 01748.

(Obituary and photo via Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home)

Edward Francis Fallon Jr, 89, of Southborough, died on Saturday, August 4, 2018, after a period of declining health.

He was the beloved husband, of the late Beverly (Boyle) Fallon who died in 2016.

Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Bryden) and Edward F. Fallon, Sr. Ed was a US Army Veteran serving in Korean War, and was a pathfinder with 101st Airborne, participating in operation of Tomahawk, setting the beacons for the largest airdrop in U.S. Military history. He was later appointed by Governor Peabody as magistrate of the Massachusetts Courts. Ed was a fascinating gentleman and had a variety of interesting jobs, such a real estate investor, bee keeper , wine and mead maker and cars salesman.

He leaves behind his children, Edward F. Fallon, III of Worcester; Joy and Alexis Fallon of Southborough; and his grandchildren, Edward Fallon IV and Katarina Fallon; His siblings, Eleanor Perkins of Boston ; Everett Fallon of Plymouth; his cousin and dear friend, Edward Mahoney of Wayland; numerous nieces and nephews. 

He is predeceased by a brother, Fredrick “Tiny” Fallon, his brother

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, August 10, from 5 to 7pm at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

A Funeral Mass will be held on at 9 am on Saturday, August 11 at St. Matthew Church, 26 Highland St, Southborough . Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Natick
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent in his memory to the Disable American Veterans, 43 Essex Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, DAV.org

To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit Morrisfuneralparlor.com

(Obituary via Morris Funeral Home)

Enio G. Cipriano, Jr, 89, of Southborough passed away at his home with family around him on Saturday, August 4, 2018.

He was the beloved husband of Pauline (Bonazzolli) Cipriano for the past 67 years.

Born in Marlborough, he was the son of the late Geneva and Enio G. Cipriano, Sr.

Mr. Cipriano was a graduate of Marlborough High School in 1946 and Worcester Jr. College in 1948.

He was enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1948, training in San Antonio, Texas and assigned to Mitchell Field, Long Island as part of the First U.S. Air Force Band which modeled the U.S. Air Force Blues Uniform. While in the Air Force, he attended Hofsta University on Long Island. While traveling with the Band, he was on television shows in the early 50s including the Milton Berle Show. He befriended Guy Lombardo, the leader of the Royal Canadians Orchestra who had a home on Long Island both having the name Gaetano.

Mr. Cipriano was a Marlborough City Councilor in 1958 elected to serve as Ward Councilor for Ward I and was a Member of the Board of Directors of the Peoples National Bank in the 1960s and 1970s. 

For many years, Mr. Cipriano was the General Manager of G. Bonazzoli Construction in Hudson, and later Hudson GMC Truck.

Mr. Cipriano was passionate as to his involvement with the Marlborough Foundation at the Marlborough Country Club and the Italian American War Veteran’s Association ITAM where he was a past Commander at Post 45 in Marlborough. He was also a former State and National Commander.

He received the prestigious Veteran’s Recognition Award for service during the Korean conflict from Boston’s Historic First Corp. of Cadets.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Aldo A. Cipriano, Esq. and his wife, Debra; a daughter Kim A. Maxwell of Shrewsbury; his grandchildren, Allison and Kristen Cipriano of Southborough; Eric Maxwell of New York and Marissa Maxwell of Shrewsbury; his brother, Robert Cipriano of Marlborough.

He is predeceased by his sister, Gloria Phaneuf.

All services are private. Burial will be in the Southborough Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Pirandello Lyceum, Box 565, East Boston, MA 02128, a cultural Italian organization.

A day of remembrance will be scheduled in the future.

Arrangement are under the care of the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough. To leave words of condolence, please visit morrisfuneralparlor.com.

(Obituary via Morris Funeral Home)

William ‘Bill’ or ‘Bumpy’ Charles Spiller, 91, of Southborough and formerly of Sudbury and Stow passed away on July 25, 2018. He was the devoted husband of the late Linda June Spiller for almost 62 years before she died in 2008.

He was born to Marion L. (French) and Charles A. Spiller. A man who enjoyed every moment with

his six children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and friends from as far away as Durham NC , Limington and Chamberlain ME.

Bumpy was beloved by his family and many friends. He was a good and faithful servant who loved the Lord, and exemplified a humble spirit, loving heart,cheerful giving, resourcefulness, and a hard working ethic.

Bill was a World War II Navy veteran serving in the Pacific on the Bon Homme Richard. The deck was turned into a hospital with bunks piled three high to care for the service men who were headed home from the islands at the end of the war. His Mom became a Gold Star Mother when his older brother was killed in Germany. 

Early on Bill enjoyed working at a dairy farm located in North Sudbury. He attended Bentley College for accounting. Then entered the construction field at Conver Steel and Wire Co. and Richmond Screw and Anchor Co. in Waltham and Billerica for over 30 years from which he retired from.

Bill was an avid gardener and made sure he knew about the latest weather forecast to prepare for the next day’s work. He helped to maintain the gardens at Colonial Gardens, even mulching during this past year. Bill also made sure that his family cemetery plots along with plots of friends were cared for at the Sudbury cemeteries. Bumpy enjoyed bowling and card games with his children and grandchildren, teaching his children and whomever needed lessons how to drive, and leading the Methodist Youth Fellowship at the Sudbury Methodist Church where he was on the Building Committee.

He is survived by his children, June Spiller of Milford; Ben Spiller and his wife, Lillian of Durham, NH; Tad Spiller and his wife Dorie of Limington ME; David Spiller of Limington ME; Wendy Miller of Sudbury; his grandchildren, Jamie Trank, Joey Trank, Michelle Trank, and Janet Trank; Adam Spiller, Asher, Spiller, Meredith Wurpel,Blake Spiller, Seth Spiller, Taylor and Mariah Stuart. 12 Great Grandchildren, Ryan Trank, Dylan Trank, Krystal Chambers, Justin Doucette Trank, Cameron Doucette Trank, Oliver Spiller, Linus Spiller, Emerson Spiller, Lilly June Wurpel, Margot Spiller, Robin Spiller, Cahlin William Stuart and many nieces and nephews.

Bumpy made sure to learn the new names of each dog in all the families and enjoyed each one when they visited.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Bill’s family on Friday, August 24, 2018 from 4 to 5:45 p.m. at Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

Immediately following the visiting hours there will be a Memorial Service for Bill at 6 pm at the funeral.

In Celebration of Bill’s well-lived life, a service will be held for the family in Goffstown, NH. The burial will be at a future date.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent in his memory to First United Methodist Church, 120 W. Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581

To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit morrisfuneralparlor.com

(Obituary via Morris Funeral Home)

Joan “Kellie” (Halliday) Ferri, 83, a longtime resident of Southborough and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., passed away peacefully Aug. 12, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of the late Richard P. Ferri, who died in 2010. Together they were co-owners of the Vaccon Company in Medway.

Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Mary (Keefe) and Wilfred Halliday. Joan graduated from Framingham High School in 1952 and continued her education at Worcester Teaching College, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in 1956.

She was a substitute teacher in the Southborough school system, and was very active in the Southborough community and youth organizations; including Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts.

Joan also helped start Southborough Youth Girls Softball League. She enjoyed playing tennis and golf until her illness would not allow her to continue. In addition to being an avid golf and tennis fan, she was also a longtime Notre Dame football fan.

Joan was two-time breast cancer survivor and a one-time lung cancer survivor. She was the inspiration for the “pink pump” breast cancer awareness promotion established in her honor by Vaccon employees; a very unique product that was embraced in the industrial automation industry. 

She is survived by her children, Matthew Ferri and his wife Barbara Demers of Uxbridge, Ellen Ferri of Hudson and Yoohoo, Thomas Ferri of Silk Hope, N.C., and Brian Ferri and his fiancé Patricia Gallivan of Westborough; her siblings, Wilfred Halliday of Vernon, Conn. and James Halliday and his wife Maryann of North Conway, N.H.; her grandchildren, Jacqueline Ferri of Hudson and Jeffrey Ferri of Westborough; a daughter-in-law, Brenda Ferri of Hudson; and a sister-in-law, Connie Halliday of Yarmouth. She was predeceased by her brother, John Halliday, and a sister-in-law, Ann Halliday.

Visiting hours will be held Thursday, Aug. 16, from 4-7 p.m., at Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main St., Southborough. A memorial Mass will be held Friday, Aug. 17, at 11 a.m., at St. Matthew Church, 26 Highland St., Southborough. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 28 West 44th St., NY, NY 10036 (https://www.bcrf.org/) or St Jude’s Children Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (https://www.stjude.org/).

To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit www.morrisfuneralparlor.com.

(Obituary and photo via Morris Funeral Home)

Marjorie (Mills) McNeish, 79, of Southborough, passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018 at St Patrick Manor in Framingham after an illness.

She was the beloved wife of James S. McNeish for the past 57 years.

Marjorie was a graduate of Framingham State College and taught school for a short time before moving to Southborough in 1967 where she was a homemaker and devoted her life to raising her children. She was a longtime member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and attended services at Kingdom Hall in Northborough. Marjorie enjoyed gardening, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family. 

In addition to her husband she is survived by her children, Pamela Hemphill of Larkspur, CA; Leslie Altamirano of Southborough; James S. McNeish, Jr. of Clinton; Joan Toohey of Cape Neddick, ME; Douglas McNeish of Sutton; Stephen McNeish of Largo, FL; a sister, Arlene Mills of Natick; and 7 grandchildren, Tom and Katy Hemphill; Christina Altamirano; Andrew and Emily McNeish; Meghan Toohey; and Maddy McNeish.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, August 31,from 4 to 7 pm at Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

A funeral service [was to] be held on Sunday, September 2, at 4 pm at Kingdom Hall, 419 Main Street, Northborough.

Memorial contributions may be sent in her memory to Leukemia Foundation at leukemiafoundation.org.

To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit MorrisSouthboroughFuneral.com

(Obituary and photo via Morris Funeral Home)

[Editor’s Note: My apologies for not discovering the obituary in time to share before the funeral service.]

Louise C. (Comeau) Boucher, 84, formerly of Southborough passed away peacefully on Monday, September 17, 2018, after a period of declining health.

She was the wife of the late Richard P. Boucher and the daughter of the late Helen F. (Drolette) and Albert J. Comeau.

Louise attended school in Haverhill and moved to Southborough in 1969. She was a volunteer water safety instructor for handicapped children for the Framingham YMCA for many years, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Louise was a self-taught accordion player and loved her player piano.

She is survived by her sons, Paul Boucher and his wife Janet of Alabama; Gene Boucher of Shrewsbury; Gary Boucher of Westborough; Jeffrey Boucher and his wife Lisa of Westborough; a brother William Comeau of Venice, FL; 9 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 22, at 11 am at St Luke’s Cemetery, Westborough.

Memorial contributions may be sent in Louise’s name to Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452; ALZ.org

Arrangements are under the care of the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough, MA. To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit morrissouthboroughfuneral.com.

(Obituary and photo via Morris Funeral Home)

Elaine (LaPerle) Olson, 83, of Southborough, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on Saturday, November 24, 2018, while enjoying the holiday weekend with family.

She was the beloved wife of the late Sherman V. Olson, who died in 2012.

Born and raised in Gilbertville, by William “Pépé Billy” and Lillian “Mémé” Bordeau LaPerle. Early in Elaine’s life her capacity for love and caregiving became apparent when she chose to forgo furthering her college education in order to care for her ailing mother. This experience became the template for Elaine life. Her husband, Sherman, was grateful for the depth of her love and dedication. A fundamental supporter of her husband’s entrepreneurial vision, they worked in tandem to build a successful business while also raising two daughters. 

Elaine’s energy, passion and love of life was shown in her many pursuits including travel, history and artistic endeavors. Her enduring faith provided her with comfort, strength and grace which inspired her generosity. She had an enthusiasm that was by demonstrated by her lifelong support of the Catholic Church and its affiliates.

Elaine will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her daughters, Suzanne Matthews; Dana Olson and her husband John Wright; her three grandchildren, Brianna, Shannon and Lilah Matthews; and their father Tom Matthews, all of whom live in Jackson, Wyoming.

The family will greet visitors on Friday, November 30, from 4:00 -7:00 pm at Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 1, 10 am at St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Road, Southborough.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the parish that inspired Elaine’s religious journey, St. Aloysius Church 58 Church Street, Gilbertville, MA 01031; or to St. Anne Church , 20 Boston Road, Southborough, MA 01772

At 83, Elaine began kayaking. May we all live life with the same gusto!

To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit www.morrisSouthboroughfuneral.com.

(Obituary via Morris Funeral Home)

George L. Burnet, Jr., 66, of North Hampton, died Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

He was born July 28, 1952 in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, a son of the late George and Annette (Bergman) Burnet.

George spent his early years in New Jersey and later moved to Southborough, MA. He attended Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester, MA.

He began a career in fork lift equipment as a parts specialist and later sales representative before moving into management and executive management positions. He was the founder and owner of his family business, Taylor New England Equipment a fork lift dealership in North Hampton for the past eight years.

George made his home in North Hampton the past seven years coming from Windham where he raised his family and resided for 32 years. He was an avid car enthusiast, a member of the Porsche Club of America, enjoyed his motorcycle, cooking, photography, scuba diving, golfing, hiking and traveling. 

He shared 46 years of marriage with his wife, Sandra (Robinson) Burnet.

In addition to his wife, family members include two daughters, Wendy Steadman and her husband Drew of Rye, Kelly Burnet and her partner Josh Luterman of St. Louis, MO, two grandchildren, Charlotte and Campbell Steadman, one brother, three sisters, nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours will be from 4-8 P.M. Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. Friends are respectfully invited. Private services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to , FHFHH, Friends of the Hyder Family Hospice House/ 285 County Farm Road, Dover, NH 03820.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of George L. Burnet, Jr. please visit our Sympathy Store.

(Obituary via Morris Funeral Home or other funeral home linked to website)

Roger B. Rosenquist, a 50 year resident of Southborough, MA loved his family, focused his life on hard work and was an honest and dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend. Roger passed away on December 8, 2018.

He was the son of the late Arthur and Leona Rosenquist of Omaha, Nebraska. He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Frances (Works) Rosenquist of Southborough MA; son David Rosenquist (Bambi) of Wrentham, MA; and daughter Catherine Bergh (Chris) of Lexington MA. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Max and Anna Rosenquist, and Emma and Jasper Bergh. He was affectionately known to his grandchildren as Bubba and leaves behind many other beloved family members. He belonged to Pilgrim Congregational Church in Southborough and will be greatly missed by his friends and long-time neighbors.

Roger was born in 1933 in Omaha, Nebraska. His paternal grandparents were immigrants from Ystad, Sweden. From his father he learned to work with his hands as a mechanic and carpenter. With pride he told stories of the jobs he held in his youth such as bicycling the largest newspaper route in the city to deliver the Omaha World Herald. He impeccably renovated a 1930 Model A Ford while in high school and worked several years as an auto mechanic. Since childhood Roger had a deep love for trains. Standing with his father from the 10th Street viaduct in Omaha, he used to watch the trains coming and going from the Union Pacific and Burlington stations. Later in life he created a basement room dedicated to an HO model scale railroad, at one point almost taking over the room with the layout, model buildings, steam and diesel engines. 

After studying at the University of Nebraska, Roger joined the United States Army in 1953. A high score on an exam led to artillery and missile training at Fort Bliss, Texas. Later at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington State he was a technician for radar artillery systems. Upon discharge from the Army in 1955 he was given the rank of Corporal and awarded a National Defense Service Medal. Soon after, he began his career as an Electronic Engineer with Raytheon in Waltham, then later in the San Francisco Bay Area with Lockheed Martin and Beckman Instruments. While working full time he earned his B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from Fitchburg State College. He eventually worked most of his career at Raytheon in the Metro West area.

During his bachelor days living in Northern California Roger developed a love for expensive toys such as his black Pontiac Grand Prix and a wooden inboard boat that he enjoyed in the San Francisco Bay. After a move to Massachusetts to work with Raytheon, he met Frannie Works on a blind date. Even though he was transferred to California, they kept in touch. At the beginning of a two week vacation to visit Frannie in Massachusetts, he proposed and they were married on May 24, 1964 in Marlborough. They began their new life in Mountain View, California from 1964-1968 during which time David and Catherine were born.

After a move to Southborough in 1968, Roger shared his love of boating and the outdoors with his family during vacations on Lake Winnipesaukee and later on camping excursions. He loved classic movies like Casablanca and The Maltese Falcon and would say his favorite dinner was mashed potatoes with meatloaf washed down with milk. Rogers favorite mealtime line was that he always had a little corner left for dessert. His children and grandchildren knew that if they wanted a cookie or ice cream, Bubba was the one to ask as he always enjoyed something sweet. Roger enjoyed many family road trips to Nebraska, Wyoming, California and more.

In the summer of 1975 he took an extended leave from Raytheon and brought his family on a cross country camping trip to California to see National Parks, the Pacific Ocean and Disneyland. With his family he enjoyed Otter River State Park and climbing Mt. Monadnock. Roger was a dedicated member of Pilgrim Church and was instrumental in rejuvenating the church sanctuary. During the 1980s and 1990s he continued to work at Raytheon as a Test Engineer and was involved in the Aegis and Patriot Missile systems.

After 25 years at Raytheon, Roger retired at the age of 57. He was thrilled with his early retirement as that gave him more time for projects, hobbies and travel. In his basement Roger had a full carpentry shop where he created cabinets and tables. Researching, planning and building anything for the home gave Roger great joy. Machines and the way they worked fascinated him. He loved to tinker on computers and cars. Friends and neighbors would say that Roger was their go to guy for advice on cars or house projects. He valued helping his family, friends and neighbors and showing them respect and kindness. He enjoyed conversations about current events, investments and the Red Sox.

As a young boy and then adult Roger was an avid keyboard player on both the piano and Wurlitzer organ. He played everything from church hymns to old country songs to Scott Joplins Maple Leaf Rag. In addition to an extensive sheet music and record collection, he designed and fabricated his own speaker cabinets and stereo systems. He instilled in his family the appreciation of music with a good beat and meaningful lyrics. Rogers smile, humor, intellect, and bright blue eyes will be missed by all.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday December 15th at 11:00 at Pilgrim Congregational Church in Southborough MA, with a luncheon and visiting time afterwards in the parish hall. There are no formal visiting hours. A private burial will follow in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Rogers memory to Pilgrim Congregational Church in Southborough MA.

(Obituary and photo via Legacy.com)

SARGENT, Betsye (Petersen) Passed away peacefully on December 11.

Born in Marblehead to F. Donald Petersen and Ann (Clothey) Petersen, she is the granddaughter of maritime artist, Thomas F. Petersen. She leaves her beloved son Will Sargent and his wife Courtney of Southborough, MA., and grandchildren, Avery and Brody, in addition to the students she guided over her 55 years as a gifted educator.

A Wheaton College graduate, Betsye worked at Shady Hill School and the Fayerweather Street School. She earned a Master’s Degree from Wheelock College and became a principal and director of the gifted education program at the Salem Public Schools. Believing that all students should be educated with the same opportunities as the students in her gifted program, Betsye settled into her calling as co-founder and co-head of The Phoenix School in Salem. She also served on The Rotary Club of Salem, Salem Partnership, Salem YMCA Board of Directors, and North Shore Medical Center’s Patient Family Advisory Council. Betsye’s bright light will shine forever through those who have been touched by her wisdom and teaching.

Her memory can be honored by a donation to The Phoenix School (phoenixschool.org). A service is being scheduled in Salem for early 2019.

View the online memorial for Betsye (Petersen) SARGENT

(Obituary via Legacy.com)

Sister Ursula Tisdall, OSF (85), died in Assisi House on December 13. She had been a professed member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia for 66 years. Sister Ursula (Elizabeth Tisdall) was born in Dublin, Ireland, where she was a member of St. Mary Parish. She entered the congregation in 1949 and professed her first vows in 1952. Sister Ursula earned a B.S. in History from St. Mary University in Emmitsburg, Maryland, and an M.A. in Educational Administration from Loyola University in Baltimore. She ministered primarily in education and in pastoral care.

Sister Ursula ministered for 17 years in the Archdiocese of Boston. She served as a chaplain at the Metro West Medical Center in Farmingham and also volunteered at Blessed John XXIII Seminary in Weston as well as with the Archdiocese of Boston. For the past five years, Sister Ursula ministered in the Diocese of Worcester where she did volunteer service at St. Matthew Parish in Southborough. 

Sister Ursula’s 22 years of service in the Diocese of Wilmington included teaching at St. Anthony of Padua School and Holy Angels School in Newark. She served as principal of Immaculate Conception School in Elkton and St. John the Beloved School in Wilmington.

Additional ministry in the field of education included teaching at Our Lady of Lourdes School in Bethesda, Maryland (Archdiocese of Washington); and teaching at St. Clement School in Rosedale, Maryland (Archdiocese of Baltimore). She served as principal of Holy Spirit School in Jacksonville, North Carolina (Diocese of Raleigh); and St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Spartanburg, South Carolina (Diocese of Charleston).

All services will be held in Assisi House, 600 Red Hill Road, Aston, Pennsylvania, 19014 on Tuesday, December 18. A Christian Wake Service will be held at 9:30 A.M. followed by viewing. Mass of Christian Burial at will be at 11 A.M. Burial will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery in Aston. A memorial Mass will be scheduled for a later time at St. Matthew Church in Southborough, Massachusetts.* Sister Ursula is survived by three sisters, Mary Horne, Ursula Corrigan, Sheila Connors; two brothers, James Tisdall and Noel Tisdall, nieces, nephews, and by her Franciscan family. Donations in her name can be made to the Sisters of St. Francis Foundation, 609 S. Convent Road, Aston, PA 19014.

*Editor’s Note: St. Matthew’s Parish announced that it will hold its Memorial Mass on Saturday, January 12th at 10:00 am. All that knew her are welcome to attend. The church is located at 105 Southville Rd, Southborough, MA.

(Obituary via The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia)

Evelyn J. (McCarthy) Littlefield, 97, of Southborough, died on Friday, January 04, 2019, at Beaumont Rehab and Skilled Nursing Center in Westborough after a period of declining health.

She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur Littlefield, who died in 1973.

Evelyn was a 1937 graduate of the former Peter’s High School in Southborough and earned a bachelor’s degree at Northeastern University. For many years she worked for Honeywell as a relocation administrator, retiring in March of 1983.

Evelyn was a former secretary for both the Southborough Catholic Women’s Club and St Anne Parish Council of Southborough, where she was an active member. She was also a former member of St Francis of Assisi of Englewood FL, as she spent many winters in Florida. 

She is survived by her son, Keith Littlefield of Newport, RI; 2 grandchildren, Jessica Himmelman and her husband, Brian of Northborough; Angela Dubowik and her husband, Zachary; 2 great-grandchildren, Madison and Brady Himmelman.

In addition to her husband, she is predeceased by a son, A. Leslie Littlefield and her siblings, Paul McCarthy and Claire McNeil.

A Calling hour will be held on Wednesday, January 9, from 9:45 to 10:45 am at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

Immediately following the visiting hour, a Funeral Mass will be held at 11 am at St Anne Church, 20 Boston Road, Southborough. Burial will follow in the Southborough Rural Cemetery.

To leave words of condolence to the family, please visit www.morrisSouthboroughfuneral.com.

(Obituary via Morris Funeral Home)

Cunneen, John “Jack” Age 86, of Southborough, MA, and more recently Sarasota, FL, passed away quietly on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. He was at home with his family by his side.

Born November 26, 1932 to Patrick and Kathleen Cunneen of Arlington, MA. Jack was an entrepreneur with a keen intellect, a craftsman and master of all trades. After serving in the army, he used the GI bill to complete a degree in mechanical engineering at Northeastern University.

In 1978, Jack bought a small hydraulic firm called Fluid Power Products. The company and its employees were Jack’s life, working every day until just recently.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife of 24 years Marion Cobb Cunneen, his sister Mildred O’Connell and his brother Kevin Cunneen. Jack is survived by his second wife of 27 years Mary Jayne Roy-Cunneen, his sisters Pat Wright and Mary Chase and his adult children Michele and Bruce. 

His favorite place was the family camp in Maine where he would use a lifetime of accumulated skills to repair all manner of things a 90 year old camp would require. In accordance with Jacks wishes, there will be no service. A private celebration of life will be held at the family camp in Maine.

Donations in Jack’s honor can be made to: Travis Mills Foundation www.Travismillsfoundation.org They provide free of charge family camp vacations for veterans. Their facilities are close to the family camp in Maine. Mote Marine Labs www.mote.org They provide services to marine mammals. Jack enjoyed snorkeling with the manatees and all things cruising in boats.

Arrangements by All Veterans-All Families Funerals & Cremations (941) 377-1060.

(Obituary via Legacy.com)

Christopher Paul Davie (41) of Southborough, MA died on January 8, 2019 after living fully with a brain tumor for eleven years. Chris lived with intention, great love, and a focus on family his entire life.

Chris was born on November 17, 1977 to Eileen (Saxton) and James Davie (deceased), joining older siblings James Davie, Michelle Tirone (Davie), and Joseph Davie. He was loved dearly by his entire large family. Chris became an uncle early in life and was devoted to his many nieces and nephews.

Chris found a passion for organic chemistry, first at Boston College (B.S. 1999), and then at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Ph.D. 2005). He had a productive and fulfilling career in early stage drug discovery at Praecis Phamaceuticals and GlaxoSmithKline where he loved the science and appreciated his colleagues.

Chris met his wife Elizabeth A. C. Davie (Colby) at MIT. They were married in 2004, enjoying a 14-year partnership grounded in mutual respect and shared love. Chris derived the most meaning in life from being a father to Nathan and Julia Davie. He loved them dearly, played with them joyfully, parented them tenderly, and envisioned their bright futures.

Chris will be missed by many.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on January 19, 2019 at Boston College Trinity Chapel, 885 Centre St, Newton, MA, with a reception to follow.

Memorial donations to Cradles to Crayons and Health Story Collaborative are appreciated.

(Obituary and photo contributed by family)

Bradford D. Nickerson, 82, of Southborough, died peacefully on Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Oaknoll Healthcare Center in Framingham.

He was the beloved husband of Judith M.(Hicks) Nickerson for over 56 years.

Brad was a graduate of Wellesley High School, class of ’54 and earned his associate degree at Newton Junior College. He was also a Navy veteran, serving in between the Korean and Vietnam Wars. For many years he worked for Honeywell as an electronics supervisor, retiring in the mid ’90s. Brad enjoyed camping and traveling, especially the many family trips he and Judith took to Disney World. He also enjoyed a good cigar as he was a cigar connoisseur. However, his greatest joy was spending time with his family, whether it be his children, grandchildren or great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Bradford D. Nickerson, Jr. and his wife, Christine of Byron, N.Y.; Susan T. Moore and her husband, Robert of Natick; Robin Belmonte and her husband, Robert of Shrewsbury; Tracy Nickerson and Todd A. Nickerson both of Southborough; Diana Baril and her husband, Steven of Hopkinton; his grandchildren, Sean and Kevin Nickerson; Krista Kugler and Robert Moore; Curtis and Leigh Belmonte; Chloe Baril; 3 great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Ramona Kugler; Cora Moore; and his brother, Nathan Nickerson of Maine.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers , please make memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.ALZ.org

To send words of condolence to the family, please visit www.morrisSouthboroughfuneral.com

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Brian P. Maguire, 57, of Framingham and formerly of Southborough, died Monday, January 21, 2019 after suddenly being stricken ill at home.

He was the son of the late Maureen (McNamara) and Austin ‘Red’ Maguire.

Brian was a 1979 graduate of Algonquin Regional High School of Northborough and worked for the Mass Pike for a number of years before he worked for Tommy’s Taxi of Framingham, where he never missed a day of work in 18 years. He was an avid Boston sports fan, especially the Red Sox.

He is survived by his siblings, Michael Maguire and his wife, Linda of Southborough; Katy Bellemare and her husband, Guy of Worcester; Maureen Nicolas and her husband, Brian of Spencer; 8 nieces and nephews, Dylan Maguire; Craig and Sarah Bellemare; Samantha and Troy Nicolas; Kristy and John Maguire; 2 great nephews, Anthony and Aidan; and a great niece, Layla. 

He is predeceased by his brother John Maguire.

A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, January 25, at 11 am at St Anne Church, 20 Boston Road, Southborough.

Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, January 24, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

Memorial contributions may be sent in his memory to the Jimmy Fund at Box 844168, Boston, MA 02284 or Jimmyfund.org

To leave words of condolence to the family please visit www.morrisSouthboroughfuneral.com

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Kathleen L. ‘Kathy’ McDermott, 68, of Southborough passed away at her home after suddenly being stricken ill, on Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Born in Wellesley, was the daughter of the late France G. and Mary Louise (McDemott) McDermott.

She was a 1968 graduate of Troy High School of Fullerton, CA and earned her Bachelor’s degree at Cal State Univ, Hayward, class of 1972. Kathy worked as a computer consultant for many years and then worked for Newton Wellesley Hospital as a unit coordinator, and volunteered as an Eucharistic minister. She was a long time active member of St Paul’s Church of Wellesley.

She is survived by a brother and a sister; many niece and nephews and a very dear friend, Janice Heath; and many friends and associates. 

She is predeceased by a brother and a sister…

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, February, 4 from 2 to 4 pm at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough.

A Mass of resurrection will be held on Tuesday, February 5, at 10am at St Paul’s Church, 502 Washington Street, Wellesley.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent in her memory to Buddy Dog, 151 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

To send words of condolence to the family, please visit www.morrisSouthboroughfuneral.com.

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Kenneth C. Farrar, 75, of Southborough, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at the UMass- Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Diana L. (Gagnon) Farrar.

Born in Milford, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Glenna (Chapdelaine) Farrar and was raised and educated in Upton.

Ken worked for General Electric for 13 years and then for General Motors for 10 years. He then became an Antique Dealer specializing in antique toys. He was renowned as Ken the Toy Man in shows all over the North East, such as Brimfield and Hershey, Pa.

In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter, Debora Lee Rock and her husband, Robert, of Westborough; one son, Brian Scott Farrar and his wife, Karen, of Leominster; two brothers, Clayton Farrar of Grafton and Wayne Farrar of Florida; one sister, Pamela Larter of Woodville and three grandchildren, Anthony Bombard, Ashley Dauphinais and Brittany Dauphinais. Ken also had several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. 

His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 6, at 10:00 A.M. in the Pickering and Son Westborough Funeral Home, 62 West Main, Westborough. Burial in Maplewood Cemetery, Upton, will be private.

Calling hours at the funeral home are Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 4 to 7 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/ways-to-give/donate-now. People who find out early about IPF early can do a lot to extend their lives and make the most of it.

(Obituary via Westborough Funeral Home)

Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Hagopian, 90, of Southborough passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Mary Ann Morse Nursing and Rehab Center in Natick.

She was the beloved wife of Sarkis J. Hagopian who died in 1996

Betty was a homemaker who lived in Southborough her whole life.

She is survived by her sons, Michael Hagopian and his wife Christine; Gary Hagopian, all of Southborough; a daughter in law, Linda Hagopian of Georgia; 6 grandchildren, Michael S. Hagopian, Tara Zane, Laura Chatten, Jared Hagopian, Richard Hagopian, Jeffrey Hagopian; 10 great grandchildren, Britni Parker, Michael Hagopian, Catherine and Abigail Zane, Thomas and Julia Chatten, Samantha and Jackie Hagopian, Dominic and Lukas Hagopian; and several nieces and nephews. 

A graveside service will be held on April 19 at 11 am at Southborough Rural Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be sent in her memory to ArmeniaTreeProject.org or Mary Ann Morse Nursing and Rehab Center, 45 Union Ave, Natick, MA 01760

Arrangements are under the care of the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Southborough, www.morrisSouthboroughFuneral.com.

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