Richard A. Haley Jr.

Richard Haley Obituary

Richard A. Haley, Jr. WEYMOUTH Richard A. Haley, Jr., a retired AT&T employee and avid sailor, died at his home in North Weymouth on Monday, November 24, 2008. He was 79 years of age. Born, raised and educated in Brockton, he had lived in Weymouth for 48 years. Mr. Haley served in the US Army during the Korean War. A graduate of Wentworth Institute, he had worked as a supervisor of longlines at AT&T for 28 years before his retirement. He was an active member of the South Shore Yacht Club and started their junior sailing program. He loved sailing, owning and repairing sailboats and had raced with the Afternoon Racing Assoc., in the Newport to Bermuda Race and the Marblehead to Nova Scotia Race amoungst others. Beloved husband of Nancy (McCarthy) Haley and the late Erna (Vogt) Haley. Loving father of Marie J. Erwin married to John of Rockland, Debra L. Haley-Barr married to Richard of Hanson and Francis H. Haley married to Brenda of Pembroke. Proud grandfather of Sara Rogers, Elisabeth Erwin, Gregory, Linny, Michael F. and Jackson V. Haley. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Prayer Service in the NORTH WEYMOUTH McDonald Funeral Home, 40 Sea St. (off Rte 3A at Bicknell Sq.), on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Visiting hours Friday evening 4:00-8:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to either the: Hospice of the South Shore VNA or American Liver Foundation . Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Haley

10 Entries

SARA ROGERS

November 30, 2008

Dear Grampa,

For those times you spent your days with me I will be forever grateful. Your were an endless wealth of wisdom and am truly blessed to have had you as a grandfather. Your passion for sailing will live on through me. I will never forget all the beautiful sunset's on the boat, crossing the finish line in first place (all the time), or the look on your face when I won my first race. Thank you for being you. I Love You Grampa and will miss you very much.

Judy Holman

November 28, 2008

Dear Nancy,
We are sorry we came along so late in Dick's life and wish we had known him better, but will forever remember how that great smile lit up his face each time. We are with you always. Love, John and Judy Holman

Jean Barrineau

November 28, 2008

Dear Nancy,

I am so sorry for your loss of your husband but, may your thoughts and memories of the good times keep you strong and comfort you one day at a time.
You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Love, Jean B.

Dianne Marie Haley

November 27, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the Haley family of the passing of Dick.He will always be remembered as a kind person.He was a good husband.Sadly
he will be missed be this widow.

Mike Casey

November 26, 2008

Mr. Haley,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Tom Coronite

November 26, 2008

Nancy: On behalf of your sisters and brothers from E. Weymouth Congregational Church, allow me to express our deepest condolences at Richard's passing. We all know how long and difficult a struggle this has been. We will continue to support you with our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family with the comfort of many friends, and may God welcome Richard with joy to the heavenly banquet. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know. We love you, Nancy, and we are here for you. God bless you all.

Bev Martens (Rogers)

November 26, 2008

Dear Nancy,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Dick.

May your memories keep you strong through this really terrible time.

Bonnie Bowler

November 26, 2008

Frank, Brenda, and Jackson,

We were sorry to hear of your Father's passing. May your happy memories help you as you deal with this loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Bonnie, Neal, Alex and Joy

Judy Coletta

November 26, 2008

Frank, Brenda, Jackson and family,
We are so sorry about the passing of your dad. We will always remember his kindness the time he took us on his boat. We are so sorry we won't be around for his prayer service. You are in our thoughts.
Judy, Ed and Jerry

Brenda Morrissey

November 26, 2008

Linda, Sharon, Donnie & Jonathan - I'm so very sorry about your step-dad. I know you loved him so very much and he'll always be in your heart. - Brenda M.

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