Anne Carolyn Murphy (Carole) of Norwell, died peacefully July 8^th,2017 after a short illness..

Carole was originally from Dorchester. She attended St Mark’s Grade   School and graduated from St.  Gregory’s High School. She began a long career in government service, working at the Watertown Arsenal, then running the payroll department at DCASR-Boston, Department of Defense with an iron fist.

Carole traveled all over the world. She loved to organize trips and tours, and enjoyed the theater. She worked at the Wang Center till she was 80, just so she could watch the shows over and over. She thoroughly enjoyed retired life, meeting great friends at her condo complex.

She enjoyed her family and cats, and loved to watch the Patriots and Red Sox. She was a great cook and especially loved to bake for everyone.

Always a woman of faith, she was an active participant at Mass.  Over the years she was involved with various organizations, such as the Norwell Council on Aging, worked the polls at the Norwell Elections and fought to keep St. Albert’s Parish open.

Predeceased by her Father and Mother, Pat and Alice Murphy, sisters Alice (Pat) Callahan and Nancy Fehrm, and brother Joseph Murphy. Survived by sister Brenda Sullivan. Beloved Auntie Carole to many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Mary of the Nativity Church, 1 Kent Street, Scituate on Friday, July 14th at 10:00 AM.  Family and Friends Invited.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carole’s memory to: Pan Mass Challenge/team “Make way for Molly”.  Please make your check out to PMC-Jimmy Fund and mail to Molly Callahan, 48 Ash Hill Road, Reading, MA 01867 or you can make a gift online at http://www2.pmc.org/profile/TM0168.

Virginia Marie (Trider) Kamb, born March 20, 1928, died peacefully at her home in Houghs Neck, Quincy on July 8, 2017, aged 89 years. Beloved daughter of W. Edward Trider and Rose Helena (Higgins) Trider of Charlestown, MA. Sister to James Trider of Sarasota, FL, Edward Trider of the Woodlands, TX, Robert Trider of Wyomissing, PA and Rosemary Houghton of Tewksbury, MA. Devoted wife for nearly 60 years of Robert W Kamb, mother of Robert Jr, (Rebecca) of East Sandwich, Joseph (Linda) of Walpole, Stephen (Lisa) of Quincy and Mary Kamb of Quincy. Dear “Nanny” to her 6 grandchildren Lauren, Stephen, Robert III, Madeleine, Daniel and John.

Virginia was born and raised in Charlestown and moved to Quincy to raise her family. She dearly loved the beach, her water view from Bayview Avenue and the tight knit and colorful Houghs Neck community that she called home for 57 years. She was always very proud that she and Bob received the Community Council “Good Neighbor” award for their participation  and contributions that made the Neck such a beloved place for her.

While she was single, Ginny worked as an operator for the New England Telephone company in Boston, walking to and from work from her home in Charlestown nearly every day. She was an outspoken advocate for labor and a proud union member, elected as president  of her Communications Workers of America local.  She made and kept many lifetime friends from her time at Ma Bell and always spoke fondly of the girls she worked with.

Growing up in a close family with three loving but rough and tumble brothers and her baby sister, she learned from an early age to speak up for and defend herself, and throughout her life never hesitated to express her opinion.

After marriage, she threw herself wholeheartedly into making a warm and affectionate home for her husband and children. She sent Bob Sr off to work every day with a hot breakfast and a bagged lunch, including a pre-peeled orange, while she faithfully and energetically kept the home fires burning.

Virginia was blessed with a uniquely elegant sense of style and fashion perfectly suited to her. She was well known and loved as a talented and creative seamstress who sent hundreds of brides down the aisle in gowns custom designed and fitted just for them. The self-styled “friendly village seamstress”, she frequently created custom fashion designs for entire wedding parties, and her sewing room, (and many other parts of the house), was always a beehive of artistic and creative frenzy that she absolutely thrived on. Virginia also made flags, curtains, furniture covers, costumes and could alter, mend, hem, sew, stitch, fix, improve and embellish anything made of cloth or that remotely resembled fabric.

She was fiercely proud of her children and was a “tiger mom” before that was even a thing. Ginny was a firm believer in old school discipline and provided a loving and nurturing home with high expectations for excellence that sent 4 children into the world believing that they could do anything and knowing that they were well loved.

She loved to sing, and could always be persuaded to belt out a tune for any occasion and any crowd. She knew all the songs and always had an appropriate lyric for any situation. Virginia was a dependable member of the Most Blessed Sacrament choir, and while she could, lifted her voice to God’s glory every Sunday. Ginny was a great dancer and she and Bob were known as “Fred and Ginger” for their smooth moves on the dance floor.

She took a childlike delight in being outside, whatever the season, and loved the beach and swimming in summer and sledding and skiing in winter. She was not a pro sports fan but hardly ever missed one of her kids’ games. As a late bloomer, she spent a few seasons in the Houghs Neck Ladies softball league where she distinguished herself as the league’s oldest rookie. Along with some of her other friends, she founded the Nut Island Ladies Athletic Club, “Nut-I Ladies” for short, and they dominated the women’s division of the Houghs Neck marathon in the 70s.

Virginia loved to travel, and she and Bob had many hilarious adventures on trips all over the US and Europe with Bob’s brother John and his wife Barbara. With the encouragement of her friends, she learned to drive at age 40, which completely liberated an already free spirit. She took up guitar with her sister in law Barbara, and despite the howls and teasing of her kids, could pick out several recognizable tunes.

As a 25 year plus Quincy YMCA member, she formed many more lifetime friends, and looked forward to her daily exercise routine, coffee with the girls at McDonalds and the annual “old lady” summer camps on the Cape. She taught many children to swim as a volunteer instructor and got great joy from helping kids improve their reading through the Adams Shore Library Reading Round- Up program.

A true exemplar of the “greatest generation”, Virginia had a vibrant and indomitable spirit, was not afraid to try anything and brought joy and enthusiasm with her wherever she went and whatever she did. Her life was full and well lived, with the love of family, friends and community ever present. In her last few years, ill health slowed her down but never dimmed her spirit. Her passing has left us diminished, but not the memories she created.

In tribute to her memory and the Houghs Neck community that brought her so much joy, happiness and satisfaction, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the Houghs Neck Community Council Permanent Book Award in her name. Please make your check payable to HNCC SF and mail to HNCC SF, 45 Turner St, Quincy Ma, 02169  or online at www.houghsneck.org.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Most Blessed Sacrament Church, Sea St., Quincy, Thursday July 13 at 11AM. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE, Wednesday 4-8PM.

On Tuesday, July 4, 2017, God ordered a change of address for one of His angels, Norma McCalop-Emmons. She was born in Turkey, North Carolina on March 15, 1921 to the late Dudley McCalop and the late Essie Carlton-McCalop. Norma received her formal education from Douglass High School in Warsaw, NC and her Bachelors of Science from the State of Teachers College in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She then taught elementary school in Statesboro, Georgia.

Norma moved to Boston, Massachusetts where she met and married the late James Merritt in 1953. They were members of St. Cyprian Episcopal Church of Boston where they worshipped together. They were married until his death in 1964.

She met Joseph R. Emmons of Medford, Massachusetts and they married in 1970 and she moved to Medford to start a new life. They were married for 33 years. During their marriage, they traveled frequently to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Montreal, Seattle, Washington and may other beautiful places. They were famous for their Christmas Family Celebration, where they blended both their families. Joe’s children and Norma’s nieces. The family feasted on many homemade dishes including the best homemade jelly and they made sure Bryan had his lemon cake. Everyone awaiting to see what that year’s Christmas Gifts would be for Joe and Norma. It was a beautiful time and the family enjoyed and could not wait until the next Christmas.

Norma worked in many capacities and was business woman at best. She was meticulous, astute, and very clever. She instilled those qualities in her nieces and nephews. She retired from Shawmut Bank of Boston after 30 years of service. She was also a life member of the NAACP and served as a secretary of the executive board of the Medford Branch.

Norma loved Young and the Restless and Bold and the Beautiful. All stopped when those shows were on. She then would discuss the cryptic outcomes of the “stories”, with her niece Aisha. She was so hooked she had everyone else hooked. Although Norma didn’t have children her love for dogs became a sincere passion. Sissy and Star were her treasures. After they passed away she became the care taker of Bo. Upon moving with her niece Vernette, she had the pleasure of having another dog in her life Bumpy Johnson, which she affectionately called Pee-Wee.

Norma was loved for being resourceful, nifty, elegant and classy. Whenever someone was ready to go out for the night, she wanted to see you before leaving the house. Although, nostalgic for her it was approval for everyone else. Norma became ill and was unable to take care of herself. Which her niece, Vernette made the decision that she would come and live with her. For the last 10 years, Vernette and Gale took care of her and Laretta flew from Turkey, NC during the summer break to help with her care as well. She was never alone and had family around her always.

Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph R. Emmons, step-children, Joseph M. Emmons and Roberta A. Canada, her brother, Dudley Iredell McCalop, sister, Saint Clennie McCalop: nephews: Iredell Maurice McCalop and Anthony E. McCalop.

Norma is survived by her step-son, William “Billy” Emmons of Lithonia, GA; step-grandchildren: Stephanie, Stephen, Lynne, Joseph, Jr., James, Roberta, Leigh, Bryan, Darren, Davin, Demek and Tiffany. Nieces: Marian Vernette Banks of Mattapan, MA, Ora Gale (Jesse) Thompson of Randolph, MA and Roberta Laretta McCalop of Turkey, NC, Ocie M. Lee, of Columbus, Ohio and Doris Lee Butler (Filous)of Dayton, Ohio. One God daughter, Josephine Davis, of Boston, MA. Great nieces: Aisha Johnson of Mattapan, MA, Annie Vernette McCalop of Warsaw, NC and Jessica Thompson of Randolph, MA. Great-great nieces and nephews: Nasir Webster of Mattapan, MA, Kanisha Draughon, Jayden Blackmon and Janaysha Blackmon all of Warsaw, NC. Great-great-great nephew: Braylon Amir Webster.Visitation will be held on Thursday morning 10 – 11 AM followed by a Funeral Service in the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St,. LOWER MILLS at 11AM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Timothy Francis Donovan, of Quincy, passed away peacefully at his home on July 6, 2017.

Tim grew up in East Boston. He was a graduate of Boston College High School, Class of 1951. He graduated Northeastern University after many years of evening classes while balancing family responsibility. He served four years as a sergeant in the US Army, being honorably discharged in 1962. Tim’s dedicated working career consisted of nearly 40 years with the New England Telephone Company. He started in the lower ranks as a lineman and achieved several promotions, retiring as a second line regional manager, staff director.

Mr. Donovan served as Grand Knight to the West Quincy Knights of Columbus, Ave Maria Council in the 1970’s. Tim was an avid storyteller. He enjoyed dog racing, travel and basking in the sun doing puzzles. Being with family was his top priority.

Son of the late Susan K. and Timothy F. Donovan of East Boston he is also predeceased by his older brother James H. Donovan of Melrose. Survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years Patricia A. (Kirrane) and their five children, Timothy F. of Surfside Beach, SC, James and his wife Janine of Hanover, Mary Beth and her husband Daniel McNeil of Plymouth, Michael and Jane of Dedham and Kathleen Shanley of Quincy. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

In celebration of Tim’s life, visiting hours will be held at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Sunday July 9th from 4-8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Mary’s Church, 95 Crescent Street, West Quincy, Monday July 10 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne Monday 2:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of his wife, Patricia A. Donovan, to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8th Ave. Fl.7, New York, NY 10001.

Ronald Scialdone, of Milton, July 1, 2017.

Beloved husband of Joanne (Indelicato) Scialdone. Beloved father of Kara Scialdone of Hyde Park, Stepfather of Mary Bell of Hyde Park, Tracey Bent of Weymouth, David Bent of Walpole, Kerri McCarthy and Kristen Bent both of Milton. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Ronnie was born to Anthony and Jean Scialdone in Brookline, MA in 1941. He attended Jamaica Plain High. He loved his job as a roofer for 30 years prior to his accident. He was a great friend to all he knew and would give the shirt off his back. He loved to work with his hands and build things. Anyone who needed a ride knew to call Ronnie. Whether it be to the grocery store or one of Joanne’s requests to get in the car to drive to Pennsylvania for quilts. He always rolled with the punches with a smile on his face.

Twenty five years after a tragic fall at his job Ronnie is finally at peace. He dealt with his condition like a trooper until he got tired in the last few months. Ronnie had many complications from his quadriplegia and for all those years kept a smile on his face. He loved his family as his family loved him. The early morning calls will be missed.

Ron leaves behind his daughter, 4 step daughters and one step son. Loving grandfather to Gianna and Hunter. Loving step-Papa to Keith, Jenna, Matthew, Mikey, Shea, Sophia and Dylan. Great Papa to Alex and Charlie.
Visiting hours in the Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Avenue, MILTON VILLAGE, Monday July 10, 5-7pm. Funeral Service at 7 pm. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers donations in Ron’ s memory may be sent to Journey Forward, 5 Shawmut Rd., Canton, MA 02021.

Michael J. Dembowski of Milton originally from Dorchester  died on July 3, 2017.  Beloved husband of Patricia (Shields) Dembowski of  Milton.  Devoted father of Jeremy Dembowski and his wife Lisa of  Weymouth and Stefan Dembowski and his wife Kelley of Sagamore  Beach.  Brother of Claire Mitchell of Maddison, NH, Paul Dembowski of Weymouth and the late Gerard  Dembowski.  Cherished  grandfather  of Lauren, Thomas, Colleen, Kathryn, Emma, Lily, Brady and Cullen.

Michael was born in Boston.  He settled in Milton and that is where he and his wife raised their family.  Michael worked for V & G Iron Works as an Engineer for many years before retiring.  He coached his children in baseball, hockey and basketball and continued on coaching Milton’s youth  for many years after.  He loved the beach especially Ogunquit, Maine where he visited  and  enjoyed for 60 years.  Most of all Michael loved his family and cherished the time that he spent with them.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday July 11, 2017 at 10:30am in Saint Agatha Church, East Milton.  Visiting Hours on Monday 4-8PM in the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue,  East Milton.  Interment in Milton  Cemetery, Milton.  In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Michael may be made to Friends of the Unborn, P.O. Box 692246, Quincy, MA  02269.  See www.dolanfuneral.com for online condolences and directions.

Margaret M. McNamara of Needham formerly of Mattapan died on July 5, 2017.  Beloved daughter of the  late Patrick and Margaret McNamara.  Sister of the late  James McNamara. Margaret is also lovingly survived by several cousins in the United States and Ireland.

Margaret was born in Boston,  she was a graduate Jamaica Plain High School. Margaret was a resident of Mattapan for over 40 years.  She worked for the MBTA in Jamaica Plain for many years before retiring.  Past member of the MBTA   retirees and the Jolly Acres.  She enjoyed traveling to Ireland and the Caribbean.  She will be missed by all who had the pleasure to have known her.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visitation in Saint Angela Church, 1548 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan on Tuesday July 11, 2017 10:00- 11:00am.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 11:00AM.  Interment   in Forest Hills Cemetery, Boston.  See www.dolanfuneral.com for online condolences and directions.

Diane (Johnson) DeCoste of Weymouth, July 1, age  76,  former nurses aide and assembler at Raytheon Corporation. She enjoyed spending time with her family,  especially her grandchildren.  Her hobbies included knitting ceramics,  bead making and Arts and Crafts.

Diane was the devoted mother of Lisa Pawlik  and Dean DeCoste  both of Weymouth and John DeCoste of Pembroke. Grandmother of Samantha Muise of Carver, Lauren Muise of Raynham, Abigail DeCoste , Brianna Decoste and John C. DeCoste all of Pembroke, Chelsi DeCoste of Rockland, Jaime DeCoste, Jake Decoste and Tyler DeCoste all of Weymouth and the late Corey DeCoste. Great Grandmother of Elizabeth Melucci, Thomas Melucci, Ryan Melucci and Logan Harrington all of Carver.

Visiting Hours in the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Friday, July 7, 4-7 pm.

Funeral Service at 7 pm.  Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers donations in Diane’s name may be sent to American Heart Association,  P.O. Box 417005, Boston,  MA  02241.

John W. Downing, 82, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2017.

He was born in Boston and lived his entire life in Massachusetts.   He attended Hingham Public Schools, graduated from Boston University in 1956 and attended Boston University Law School.  Mr. Downing served his country in the Army from 1957 to 1959.

For most of his adult life, Mr. Downing was an entrepreneur, and owned a tavern in Massachusetts for 25 years.  He was married for over 40 years to the late Dorothy (Kelley) Downing.   Mr. Downing possessed a great sense of humor and took pride in his Irish heritage and the accomplishments of his loving extended family.  He was an avid reader and a fan of the New England Patriots since their inception.  His favorite place was Vermont and he loved to go hiking there.

Mr. Downing is survived by his children John W. Downing of Chelmsford, Kathleen R. Cruickshank of Scituate, Brian T. Downing of McLean, VA, Matthew K. Downing of Uxbridge and Nicole E. Cruickshank of Holden; his grandchildren Sunjay Priyadarshan, Brad Downing, Margaret Downing, Emma Downing, Eleanor Downing and Benjamin Cruickshank; his brothers Francis Downing of Milford, Jeremiah Downing of Carver, Stephen Downing of Scituate, the late Walter Downing and Peter Downing.

A Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated in St. Agatha Church, East Milton, Wednesday July 5  at 10:30 AM. Visitation at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, 9 – 10 AM Wednesday. Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:30 PM.

John W. Carrington, Sr., was born Nov. 24, 1933 in Washington, Arkansas.  John was the oldest of nine children born to the late Charlie “Red” and Ola Carrington.  The Carrington family later moved from Washington to Little Rock, Arkansas.   At an early age, John accepted Christ and was baptized at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church.  John attended the elementary schools in Little Rock and graduated from Dunbar High School in 1951.

After graduation from high school, John entered the US Navy and served four years during the Korean War.  After being discharged from the US Navy, John moved to Boston, MA and began an illustrious 39 year career at Polaroid Corporation in Cambridge where he held increasingly responsible positions including Director of Human Resources for worldwide manufacturing.  He retired as Director of Minority Business Development in 1995.  While working his way up the career ladder at Polaroid, John attended Wentworth Institute, Boston University and Harvard Business School where he earned many certificates in corporate management.

John married the late Frances Sims and to this union three children were born, John Willis, Jr. Elane Marie and LaJace Paul.

John was very active in the Most Worshipful Hiram Grand Lodge AF&AM, Inc. Jurisdiction of Massachusetts where he served as Worshipful Grand Master.  He served in many positions in each of the following local houses:  Demetrius Lodge No. 18, Past Master, A.G. Miller Lodge of Perfection, Mt. Moriah Royal Arch, Ballenger Commandery No.1, Alhambra Temple No.1, Laconia Consistory No.1. He also served several years as Grand Patron of Bay State Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, Inc.

John proudly speared-headed the male and female drill teams to number one positions several times as the Drill Master of the “Goofers” male team and sponsored the “Gooferettes” female team.

He also held positions in the national organization: First Vice President of the Supreme Council of Grand Lodges, Inc., Assistant East Coast Assembly Deputy of the Imperial Grand Council, Ancient Arabic Nobles of the Mystic Shrines of North and South America, Inc.

John W. Carrington Sr. was one of the originators of the Concerned Black Masons of Massachusetts.     As a great visionary Hon. John W. Carrington has served on many committees and advised the financial activities of many of the various organizations locally and nationally.  Under his leadership the jurisdiction of Massachusetts successfully secured a building for the Grand Lodge, the Grand Chapter and the Gladiators, forming the Hiram Grand Lodge Youth Development Center in Dorchester.

Upon his retirement as Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Hiram Grand Lodge, the Boston City Council in a meeting assembled, congratulated the Honorable John W. Carrington, 33^rd on his retirement and he was honored with a resolution presented by City Councilor Charles C. Yancey.

John was a lover of sports and coached one of the first women’s softball teams in Roxbury, the “Dodgerettes”.  He was also an avid fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics.

In 1993, John married Leslie (Fischer) Carrington.  John and Leslie spent many lovely years together working and traveling both nationally and internationally.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie “Red” and Ola Carrington, daughter Elane, and siblings, Charlie Jr. (Bill), Christine, Emmanuel and Ola Louise.

John departed this life after a short illness on June 25, 2017.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Leslie, two sons, John, Jr., (Anne), LaJace (Jennifer), sisters Charlene, Lenora (Bernard), brothers, Leon (Ruth) and R C (Shirley), seven granddaughters, Helena, Amber, Cierra , Alana, Taylor, Evelyn and Lillian, goddaughters Johnetta Downes, Arniece Callender and Erika Botts, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Visiting hours at Morning Star Baptist Church, 1257 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, Wednesday July 5 10AM – 12 PM followed by a Funeral Service at 12 Noon. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Thursday at Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.