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Leslie DeThomaso Obituary

QUINCY Leslie (Duggan) DeThomaso of Quincy, passed away at home surrounded by her family and friends on Sunday, December 14, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 61. Mrs. DeThomaso was the loving wife of 36 years to Richard DeThomaso. Born in Quincy on December 19, 1946, Mrs. DeThomaso was the daughter of William Duggan of Quincy and the late Viola (Malcolm). She graduated from Quincy High School in 1964 and was also a graduate of Aquinas College in Milton. Mrs. DeThomaso worked as a Bank Teller at the Bank of Canton in Quincy. Mrs. DeThomaso was the loving mother of Kristin DeThomaso of Quincy, Amy DeThomaso of Braintree and the late Michael DeThomaso. She is also survived by her sister, Bonnie Duggan of Plymouth and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Her Funeral will be from the Bolea-Buonfiglio Funeral Home, 116 Franklin St., Quincy on Wednesday, December 17 at 9 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Johns Church 44 School St., Quincy at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours are Tuesday 4 - 8 p.m. Interment in Mount Wollaston Cemetery, Quincy. Donations in Leslies memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Dec. 15 to Dec. 16, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Erin Garrity

December 23, 2008

Thinking of you...Love Always

Kristin DeThomaso

December 19, 2008

Happy Birthday Mom!!! I love you so much and miss you more than words can say. I hope you're enjoying the snow! Love you xoxoxo

Amy DeThomaso

December 19, 2008

Happy Birthday Mom.Hope you got our snowman. We can probably make you the real thing tommorow, sure you had a hand in it. Love you more than anything and miss you just as much. Sweet dreams. XOXO

Suzanne Fahy

December 18, 2008

Richard,Kristen,Amy & Family
No words can express how sadden I am by the loss of Leslie. She was a beautiful, kind and thoughtful woman. I will always treasure the time we spent together at work and outside of work.You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Charlie & Judy Sciarini

December 18, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Stephanie Bourget

December 17, 2008

To the family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I lived with you and your mom for 16 years..there are so many wonderful memories of all of you and your mother could not have given any more kindness and respect. I have very fond memories of her throughout my childhood..she will not be forgotten. Richard I am sorry to hear of your loss of such a great woman..and to Kristen and Amy..you have a great role model to follow in her footsteps. Again I am deeply saddened for you and may she now rest.
All my love, thoughts and prayers

JAYNE BOWEN

December 17, 2008

AMY,KRISTEN AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU,RESPECTFULLY, JAYNE

Pam & Peter Keenan

December 17, 2008

Richard, Kristin, Amy and family.

So sorry for you loss... our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

The Keenan Family

Lauralee Sheehan

December 17, 2008

Amy and Family,
Sorry for your loss of a wonderful woman. All of you are in our prayers.
Love Lauralee and Debbie

Emily (McAllister) Antonowicz

December 17, 2008

Amy & Family,
I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Bill and Flora Reed

December 17, 2008

To Richard and Family
Sorry for your loss.
God bless you and family

Marsha McNeice

December 16, 2008

Richard and Family, I was sad to hear that Leslie had lost her long battle. She was certainly a brave lady and was so lucky to have all of her loving family around her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bill Marston

December 16, 2008

Richard, Kristin and Amy
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our condolences are with you all.
Bill & Donna Marston

Phyllis Avallone

December 16, 2008

Leslie was a friend of mine when we attended Aquinas together. It is extremely distressing that she lost her valiant battle with cancer. A sweeter, kinder woman cannot be found on this earth; and I feel privileged to have known her. My heart and prayers go out to her family.

Melissa Degagne

December 16, 2008

Richard, Amy, and Kristen,
Im so sorry to hear about your loss. She was such a wonderful lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Love you all!

December 16, 2008

Les, Richard, Kristin and Amy,
Our condolences to you all. Leslie will be terribly missed and sweetly remembered.
Bill and Ellen Rogers

Kristen Hansbury

December 16, 2008

Lester, Richard, Kristin and Amy
I am so sorry for your loss. Leslie was an amazing person and will be greatly missed.
Kristen (McKeen) Hansbury

T TOWER

December 16, 2008

I was lucky to know the wonderful woman.god bless

December 16, 2008

Les, Richard, Kristin and Amy,
Our condolences to you all. Leslie will be terribly missed and sweetly remembered.
Bill and Ellen Rogers

michelle and ronnie rae

December 16, 2008

Amy and family

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kerri Peterson

December 16, 2008

Amy and Kristen ... I'm so sorry for your loss ... my thoughts and prayers are with you in these tough times.

Noelle Nee

December 16, 2008

Amy, Kristin & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom, she fought for a long time and now she can be at peace and watch over you from a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Krisitn Davis

December 16, 2008

Dearest Family,

Steve and I are so sorry for your loss, please know that even though we are far away, in our hearts we are close. You will be in our prayers.

Love,

Kristin and Steve

PETER & GAIL FILES

December 15, 2008

Richard,Amy & Kristen.
Peter and I are so sorry to hear of Leslie's passing.She was such a sweet and kind person. She is at peace and no longer suffering. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to you all.

Melanie Wadsworth

December 15, 2008

Amy, Kristen, and family... I am so sorry for your loss... my thoughts and prayers are with you all... stay strong

Frank & Judi Buckley

December 15, 2008

DeThomaso Family,
I was so saddened to read of Leslie's passing. I worked with her at Quincy Savings Bank, she was the sweetest, nicest person I have ever met. My husband worked with her Dad on QPD. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless You and Keep the Faith.

Kelly Ellis

December 15, 2008

All of you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. We love you.
Kay Rogers, Bobby and Kelly Ellis.

Jaime Gordon

December 15, 2008

Amy and Kristen,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and if there is anything you need, do not hesitate to ask.

Steve Adamo

December 15, 2008

Amy...I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lauren Federico

December 15, 2008

Amy and Kristen-
Your mom is now a beautiful angel and will always be right by your side. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.

Joan Marks

December 15, 2008

Amy, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know this has been a tough battle for you all. Keep strong. I will be praying for your family. Joan Marks

Jackie Angelini

December 15, 2008

Amy and Kristen,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jennifer Marks

December 15, 2008

Amy and Kristen, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

Josiane Domenici

December 15, 2008

Amy and the rest of the family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God and all your friends give you the strength to endure this difficult time.
Your mom is now a beautiful star in the sky, always brilliant and watching over you.
love,
josiane

Marianne McConville

December 15, 2008

The DeThomaso Family,

I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother/wife. I know that she suffered for quite awhile, but she is finally in peace. If there is anything that I can do don't hesitate to ask. You have all been thru an ordeal and my prayers are with you all.

Daidra

December 15, 2008

Amy...I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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