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Catha McSweeney Obituary

Hingham Catha J. (Levinson) McSweeney, of Hingham, a former reporter for the Patriot Ledger for almost 30 years, died on Monday, August 18th, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Brian McSweeney, and was the mother of; Patricia of Charlestown, Edward and Margaret McSweeney-Martin both of Halifax and Thomas and Terence both of Hanson. Also survived by 13 grandchildren. Friends are welcome to visit at her home at 150 Union Street, Hingham on Thursday, August 21st from 4-8 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to The Peace Abbey, Two North Main Street, Sherborn, MA 01770. For additional information and online guestbook, please visit, www.downingchapel.com.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Aug. 20 to Aug. 21, 2008.

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Nancy Allen

August 21, 2008

Dear Brian and Pat and all,
I am so saddened to hear of Catha's death. We had kept in touch sporadically for almost 60 years! She meant a lot to me both as a child and as an adult. She was one wonderful woman and friend.
Nancy Allen (Brooksville ME.)- Nan and Joe's oldest daughter

Diane Baltozer

August 21, 2008

Dear Brian and family - Just wanted to say a lot of Catha's former colleagues, including me, are saddened by her loss. I learned much from her, as did many others, when we worked together at the Patriot Ledger and we will miss her energetic and happy spirit among us. But we all are enriched by carrying fond memories of her with us everywhere.

Ronald Yourell

August 21, 2008

Dear Brian & Family
We were very sorry to hear of Catha's passing. We are in your thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Bucky Yourell & Family

Bob Deutsch

August 20, 2008

Hello Brian,
I was very saddened to hear about Catha's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I was privileged to have known Catha.

Edmond Burgess

August 20, 2008

Dear Brian and family: Sorry for your loss. Catha was a very beautiful person and was a true friend when I was with the P.D. She was my Lois Lane and always got me to tell her the real story. God Bless Catha is truely in Heaven.

Barbie & John Stanga

August 20, 2008

Brian and family – We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We have wonderful memories of gatherings with all of you. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.

Suzanne & Jerry Shulman

August 20, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

CLARK PERKINS

August 20, 2008

BRIAN--WE EXTEND TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY ---OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU--TERRY-CAL AND CLARK PERKINS

Lauren Luscombe

August 20, 2008

Kate and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

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