Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Welcome to "About Town with Mark Snyder," a column that will keep you up to the minute with what's what, who's who and what's going on around town. If you see or hear something we could use here, let us know by sending an e-mail to pmpco@aol.com.
SHS GRAD RAISING FUNDS FOR GIRLS' CHARITY: Jenna Policow, a 2010 graduate of Stoughton High School, is a junior at Drexel University in Philadelphia. She will be running in the Philadelphia Half Marathon this weekend, raising funds for Girls on the Run. Girls on the Run, according to its website, is a "non-profit prevention program that uses the power of running to help prepare preteen and early teen girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. The program focuses on building self-esteem and improving emotional and physical health, recognizing that every girl is special, that every girl is strong, that every girl is a winner." Policow writes: "Since moving to the city of Philadelphia for college, I’ve seen so many people less …
Sunday, November 11, 2012
The following are obituaries for Stoughton residents or those with Stoughton ties for the week of November 4-10.
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Sunday, November 11, 2012
Anne V. (Toland) Havlin Anne V. (Toland) Havlin, died Monday, November 5, 2012 after a long period of failing health. She was the beloved wife of Thomas D. Havlin. Born in Boston, she was a longtime resident of Stoughton. She was the longtime director of St. Anthony's Free Market Food Pantry in Stoughton and an active member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Stoughton. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children; Shauna Jean and her husband Chris of Franklin; Kerry Campbell and her husband Tim of Bridgewater; Erin Lockhart and her husband Dave of Stoughton; and Molly Mills and her husband David of North Attleboro. She was the sister of the late George and John Toland. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Brian …
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
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STOUGHTON MOURNS ANNE HAVLIN: Stoughton lost one of its most dynamic citizens Monday night, November 5, with the death of Anne Havlin. Anne was the Director of the St. Anthony’s Free Market, a food pantry located inside the religious education department of Immaculate Conception Church. She had waged a three year battle against cancer, always wearing a smile, and the face of courage. Her husband Tom told me that, “It ended the way she wanted it. She was surrounded by her children.” Tom also shared how important that Christmas was to Anne. She had already wrapped all of this year’s gifts for her husband, her four daughters, and her five grandchildren. He told me that Hospice had told him last Friday that the time was short, and if they …
Sunday, October 28, 2012
The following are obituaries for Stoughton residents or those with Stoughton ties for the week of October 21 - October 27.
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Paul J. Roach Paul J. Roach, 88, the retired Fire Chief of the Town of Stoughton, died peacefully Tuesday, October 23, 2012, at the Copley at Stoughton Nursing Home in Stoughton, after a period of failing health. He was the husband of 66 years of Madeline T. (Hogan) Roach. Born and raised in Stoughton, he was a graduate of St. Mary's School and Boston College High School. He was a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corps and a Veteran of World War II. Chief Roach worked for the Stoughton Fire Department from 1953 until his retirement in 1988. He was appointed Fire Chief in 1961 and held that position until his retirement. He was a member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, where he was Past President of the New England …
Monday, September 24, 2012
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STOUGHTON SAYS FAREWELL TO KELLEY: The Town of Stoughton bid farewell to former selectman Mark Kelley in a somber ceremony Saturday, September 22, at the Immaculate Conception Church on Canton St. Father Joseph McDermott officiated as hymns were sung, words were spoken, and tears were shed for the former Precinct Captain at Town Meeting. Among the Faces in the Crowd were: Former Town Manager and Town Clerk Jeanne Fleming, retired DPW Superintendent Larry Barrett, former Selectmen Ed Finn, Scott Carrara, and Richard Fitzgerald; school committee member Dr. Erdem Ural, Town Moderator Howard Hansen, and town employees Fran Stetson and Stephanie Carrara. Kelley died following an extended illness on September 8, the day after his 58th birthday. …
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Shayla Lutz, 3, of Stoughton, died following a tragic accident on Sept. 14 when she was struck by a box truck in front of the Hansen School. Visiting hours are scheduled for Sept. 18 and her funeral is scheduled for Sept. 19.
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Sunday, September 16, 2012
Editor's Note: Shayla Lutz, a three-year-old Stoughton girl, died Friday, Sept. 14 shortly after she was struck by a box truck in front of the Hansen Elementary School on Central St. in Stoughton around 2:45 p.m. The following is Shayla's obituary from the Farley Funeral Home's website. For more on this story click here and here. Click here to read a statement from the School Committee and School Administration and click here to read a statement from the Interim Town Manager. *** Shayla Ann Lutz, 3, beloved daughter of William Keith Lutz and Melissa J. (Glassett) Lutz of Stoughton, died by accident on Friday, Sept. 14. Born in Weymouth, she was a resident of Stoughton for the past year and a half. She enjoyed playing with her brother and …
The following are obituaries for Stoughton residents or those with Stoughton ties for the week of September 9 - September 15: Mark Kelley; Lorraine Emerson; Elizabeth "Betty" Theriault; Flora Camara; James Cardella; Marianne DelConte.
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Sunday, September 16, 2012
Mark Kelley Mark Edmund Kelley, former Stoughton Selectman and longtime Town Meeting Representative, died the day after his 58th birthday, Saturday, September 8, 2012, at Good Samaritan Medical Center following an extended illness. Mark lived his entire life in Stoughton and was active in political and social circles. He attended St. Mary's School in Stoughton and graduated from Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood. Following his graduation from Bentley College in Waltham with a degree in accounting, he held an executive tax position with Cumberland Farms, Inc., at its national headquarters in Canton. He will be remembered as a generous, gregarious, and family-oriented man, who embraced public service selflessly. No one was a more …
Sunday, September 9, 2012
The following are obituaries for Stoughton residents or those with Stoughton ties for the week of September 2 - September 8: Edward Brawders; Carolyn (Peterson) Sharp; and William McCarthy.
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Sunday, September 9, 2012
Edward Brawders Edward A. Brawders, 86, a longtime resident of Stoughton, died Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at the Brockton Hospital after a period of failing health. He was the husband of the late Dorothy E. (Lysko) Brawders, who died August 1. Born and educated in Brockton, he was a graduate of Brockton Schools. Mr. Brawders was a resident of Stoughton for over 59 years. He was a Veteran of the United States Army Air Corps. Mr. Brawders worked as a Salesman for International Staple and Machine for over 20 years, retiring in 2002. An avid sports fan, in his free time he enjoyed fishing and golfing at Cedar Hill Golf Course in Stoughton. He is survived by his children, James E. Brawders and his wife Sandra of Whitman and Andrea L. Brawders…
Sunday, September 2, 2012
The following are obituaries for Stoughton residents or those with Stoughton ties for the week of August 26 - September 1.
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Sunday, September 2, 2012
Jerald S. "Jerry" Savage Jerry Savage, of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Sheryl (Forman) Savage. Loving father of Michael Savage and his wife Karen of Wrentham and Karen Knox and her husband Tom of Shirley. Cherished grandfather of Brody Knox, Anya Knox and the late Cole Benjamin Knox. Dear brother of Samuel Savage and his wife Debra of West Newton. Devoted son of the late Melvin and Ruth Savage. Son-in-law of Alfred and Laura Forman of Stoughton and brother-in-law of Irving and Rhoda Forman of Framingham. Dear uncle to his nieces. Services were held at Ahavath Torah Congregation in Stoughton on Friday, August 31, followed by a burrial at Sharon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, …
Sunday, August 12, 2012
The following are obituaries for Stoughton residents or those with Stoughton ties for the week of August 6: Jean M. (Sullivan) Melito; Hugh J. McSheffrey; and Catherine L. (Tibets) McDermott.
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Sunday, August 12, 2012
Jean M. (Sullivan) Melito Jean M. (Sullivan) Melito, 78, of Stoughton, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 7, at the Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton, after being stricken ill at her home. She was the beloved wife of over 60 years of Peter J. Melito, Sr. Born and raised in Brookline, she was a resident of Stoughton for over 45 years. Mrs. Melito worked as a bookkeeper for McKesson Liquors and for Martignetti Liquors for many years. She retired over 15 years ago. In her free time, Mrs. Melito enjoyed watching all sports, especially baseball, and loved spending time with her family. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Vincent "Mickey" Melito and his wife Rose of Attleboro, Jean Paciocco and her husband …
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I'm glad it did well, Justin. The Life Teen program at Immaculate Conception Church is a wonderful thing for teens. I have supported it since I attended my first Mass there a decade or two ago. more ›