Jean E. Akerley
Jean E. (O’Donnell) Akerley, 87 of Quincy and Dorchester, April 28. Beloved wife of the late Albert J. Akerley. Loving mother to Susan Akerley of Quincy. Sister of the late William, Paul and Robert O’Donnell. She is survived by her sister Marie Madden of Rhode Island and several nieces and nephews. Jean was a devoted member of St. Agatha Parish in Milton, a long-time employee of the New England Telephone Company (now Verizon), and an avid dancer all of her life. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton Wednesday, 10:30 am. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE, Tuesday from 4:00-8:00 PM. Family and friends invited. Interment Pine Hills Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jean’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452 or online at alz.org.
Guestbook Entries
Sue,
I just heard about your Mum and am so sad to get this news. My heart goes out to you. I have such wonderful memories of Mrs. Akerley (she’s always mrs. Akerley to me :-), spending time at your house, and your Mum’s incredible sense of humor and spunk. I won’t be able to get down in time for services, but I do hope to come see you very soon – as soon as you are up for it. You are in my heart and thoughts. Love and hugs to you. xoxo
~ Erin
Sue,
I worked with your Mom on Oliver Street years ago and we shared many happy times including the time you were born. She was so happy to have you and wanted to be the best Mom possible. I remember visiting you years ago when my girls were very small.
Time has a way of slipping by. Your parents were so loving to each other and what a role model they were for all of us to see. My sincere condolences at her loss and your loss. She became a part of the fabric of my life that one can remember with fondness and gratitude for her friendship. Love, Rosemary Reed