John F. Newell

John F. Newell Plymouth John F. Newell, 78 years of Plymouth, formerly of Brockton, died unexpectedly Dec. 3, 2007 at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center. Born, raised and educated in Brockton, son of the late Guy W. and Mildred C. (OConnell) (Newell) Tucker. John was a Navy veteran of World War II, who served on the U.S.S. Roosevelt Aircraft Carrier. In his earlier years, he was a photographers assistant at the Henderson Galleries in Abington and travelled extensively taking photographic portraits of famous and notable persons and families. He retired 18 years ago from Standard Uniform Co. in Pawtucket R.I., where he had been a member of the Teamsters Local 251, Providence. Following his retirement, he enjoyed spending winters at his home in Fort Pierce, Fla. He was also a member of the Enterprise Club. He is survived by his siblings, Francis J. Newell, M. Dina Piasecki, James W. Newell, William Newell, Helen Colombo and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Service in Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, Friday at 10 a.m. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visiting Hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. Donations in Johns name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 300 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. For condolences and directions www.conleyfuneralhome.com.