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Patricia Glavin Obituary

HANOVER Mrs. Patricia A. (Rowan) Glavin, 76, a long time resident of Hanover, died Friday, October 3rd in the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a short illness. She was born in Boston on October 15, 1931, a daughter of the late William T. and Mary (Walsh) Rowan. Mrs. Glavin was raised and educated in the Fields Corner section of Boston. She enjoyed reading, the ocean and her family. She is survived by 3 daughters, Patricia A. Munroe of Greenville, NC, Kelly G. DiCenso of Terre Haute, IN and Karen A. Paradis of Framingham, 1 brother, Joseph E. Rowan of Middleboro, 2 sisters, Barbara Beane of Bourne and Claire Davis of Hanover, 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Vincent Rowan, William Rowan, Helen Malaguti, Mildred Von Schoppe, Dorothy Powers, Mary Cronin and Anna Perfetti. The Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary of the Sacred Heart Church, 392 Hanover St., Rte. 139 in Hanover. Interment will be in Hanover Center Cemetery. Visiting Hours omitted by request. In lie of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to Caring Bridge in Honor of Drew DiCenso at caringbridge.org. For directions and guest book visit, sullivanfuneralhome.com Sullivan Funeral Homes 781-878-0920 Family Owned Since 1897

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Oct. 6, 2008.

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Pauline Hart-Trimble

October 9, 2008

Patty,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was such a nice person, and I remember spending time talking with her at your house when we were young. Time flies by so fast, it seems like yesterday. Take Care...

Anne-Marie Nevulis (Meehan)

October 9, 2008

Patty,
I am so sorry to read of your Mom's passing. I have many fond memories of being at your house in Hanover and talking to your Mom. She always made me feel welcome and that meant a lot to me. I will always remember her smile. Take care.
Love, Anne-Marie

Sharon F

October 6, 2008

Dear Karen, John, Caitlin and Alison, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your mother/grandmother. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Sharon, Sammy and Hannah

Linda Hanifan

October 6, 2008

Dearest Karen:

I'm so sorry about your Mom. You have been so strong and have done all the right things to make your mother comfortable and feel loved. You're a wonderful person and God loves you, as well as I do.

Tomorrow you will have your wonderful husband and beautiful children with you and the time will pass quicker than you think.

You can lay your head down on your pillow at night and feel the peace you deserve.

Love You Alot, Your friend, Linda and Joe, also.

Paige Hornor

October 6, 2008

Dear Karen, John, Alison, and Caitlin,
I'm sorry for the loss of your mother/grandmother, Patricia. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Paige

maryjane Damata

October 6, 2008

Karen and Family, We are sorry to hear about your mother. Know thasat you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Love,
Jane, Butch and Franky Damata

Lee Hornor

October 6, 2008

To my dear friend, Karen,
No words can say how sad I am on the passing of your Mom. The past few weeks have been hard for you as you saw her become more ill. You demonstrated the love of a daughter in all that you did. What a blessing for your Mom! I want you to know that I will be praying that God's love surround you, John, Alison and Caitlin as you mourn the loss of your Mother.
Love, Lee

October 6, 2008

Hello Karen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom passing. I hope she is in a better place. My thoughts are with you and your family.
love Beth and Victoria....

Ellen Bartholomew Boyd

October 6, 2008

Patty
My sympathy on the loss of your mother. I have so many fun memories of being at your house growing up. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Pauline LeBlanc

October 6, 2008

Karen I'm sorry to hear about your mom. These are hard times but in time it does get a little better. Stay strong as I know you are. Love your friend, Pauline(weston)

rosemary mcdonald

October 6, 2008

karen --
sorry to hear about your loss of your mom ,Ill keep u in my prayers

From Rose (weston )

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