OBITUARY: Alice Patricia Granahan

Alice Patricia “Pat” (Foley) Granahan, a lifelong advocate, educator, and beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully after 98 years of a rich and purposeful life. Born on February 7, 1928, Pat was the daughter of the late John B. Foley. Her mother, Frances Julia Foley died in childbirth of her dear sister Frances. Pat was raised …

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OBITUARY: John P. Coleman

John Coleman was a remarkable man whose intelligence, wit, kindness, and generosity touched the lives of many. He had a sharp mind and a wonderful sense of humor, always able to bring a smile to those around him with his quick wit and thoughtful observations. John believed in the potential of others. He gave his …

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OBITUARY: Stephen F. Downey III

Stephen F. Downey III, of Hingham, Massachusetts, passed away on September 24, 2026, in Hingham. He was 82. Born on December 1, 1943, in Newark, New Jersey, Stephen lived a life defined by service, devotion to family, and a deep love of the sea. Stephen joined the United States Coast Guard at the age of …

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OBITUARY: Christopher S. Carney

Christopher Carney, a beloved partner, son, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2026, after a brave battle with cancer. He was 57 years old. The beloved partner of Lawanna Nicholas. Loving father to Dianna Carney. Dear brother of John Michael Carney and the late Stephen Carney. Christopher is also …

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OBITUARY: John J. Abraham

John J Abraham (Jack) of Hull , son of the late John & Mary Abraham. Jack leaves behind his wife of 56 years, Rita M. (Bowes) of Hull his sons Gregory (wife, Laura) of NJ & Daniel (wife, Melissa) of Abington loving Papa to Dylan, Kayla, Grace & Nora. Survived by brothers Paul (partner, Joe …

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OBITUARY: Alvin J. Donius

Alvin J. Donius passed on September 13, 2026, at the age of 94 in Hingham, Massachusetts. Al was born in Buffalo, NY, the eldest of three sons of Alvin E. Donius, a CPA and attorney, and Sara Grace Donius (Donogher), a homemaker. Al was an exceptional student and athlete at Canisius High School in Buffalo, …

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OBITUARY: Susan Kiernan

Susan Kiernan Wife, Mother, Nan, and Friend Susan was raised in Teaneck, New Jersey, as the eldest of Patrick and Ursula McElduff’s seven children. After graduating from Benedictine Academy, she earned her degree from the College of New Rochelle. On August 4, 1973, Susan married Anthony “Tony” Kiernan. Together they began their life in Portland, …

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OBITUARY: Constance Gorfinkle

Constance “Connie” (née Golub) Gorfinkle, 91, of Hingham, Massachusetts, died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of September 8, 2026. Nearly seventy years before her passing, as a young literature student at Bennington College in Vermont, Connie wrote about the lifelong search to understand oneself and, through that understanding, the world. “The bard must …

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OBITUARY: Herbert L. Frager

Herbert L. Frager, affectionately known to family and friends as “Herby,” passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 8, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on May 27, 1939, to Eunice and Ulysses Frager, Herby lived a life marked by creativity, leadership, service, and generosity. From an early age, he demonstrated exceptional talent …

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OBITUARY: Meredith M. Howlett

Meredith Moulton (Harvey) Howlett, 81, of Hingham, MA, passed away September 4, 2026, in the home where she was raised. Born on March 12, 1945, in Hingham, to Draper and Mildred Harvey, she lived her entire life in the town she loved. She will be remembered for her devotion to family, her gift for creating …

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