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Philip O'Donnell Obituary

Suddenly, of Melrose, April 3, 2008. Beloved husband of Margaret M. "Margie" (Leary) O'Donnell. Loving Father of Andy O'Donnell & Jere O'Donnell both of Somerville. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St. MELROSE, on Monday April 7th at 8AM. Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Herbert St. Melrose at 9AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 2-6PM. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery Melrose. US Air Force Vietnam War Veteran. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Malden Catholic High School Scholarship Fund, 99 Crystal St. Malden 02148. For obituary, directions or to sign guest book please visit www.gatelyfh.com Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2008.

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Andrea Connolly

April 25, 2008

To the O'donnell familyI am so saddened by Phils death, my x husband told me today about it, my prayers are with you and Phil. God Bless you all

Steve McClorey

April 23, 2008

Jere, Margie, and family

We were saddened to read in the paper about Phil's passing. I saw him downtown about a year ago and we had a nice conversation as always discussing sports and our families. he was a true gentleman. Our thoughts are with you.

The McClorey family

Mike Casey

April 9, 2008

Mr. O'Donnell,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USAF during the Vietnam War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Frances Gedzium

April 6, 2008

Phile and I have known each other since kindergarden... He was an only child so I became his adopted siste... we shared St. Patricks and CHLS... and early adult hood.... Phil and I were the creme d'friends.... I am sorry he did not make it to the reunion in 2007...God Bless and Good Speed my dearest old friend...
Love Frannie

The Doherty Family

April 6, 2008

Dear Margie and Family:

How sad to hear of Phil's death. We are keeping you in our prayers.

Richard Cabral

April 6, 2008

In high school and into manhood, Phil and I were the closest of friends. He was a fierce competitor and loved to play stickball, golf, street hockey, and touch football. He excelled at them all. What good times we had. Phil and I also became huge boxing fans. We never missed going to a big fight together, especially to a Muhammad Ali fight. Phil enriched everybody's lives. Phil made me a better person for having been close to him. He will always be in my heart.
Rich and Marie Cabral

Anne Richardson

April 6, 2008

Although I haven't seen Phil in years, he was a wonderful and kind friend. He will always have a special place in my heart. Anne (George)Richardson

Pat Nagle, Phil, Dan Collins (2008)

Manny Ribeiro

April 6, 2008

Margie and family,
My memories of Phil are endless and special to say the least. Phil was always such a true friend and added just the right amounts of steadiness, humor and love of friendship that any could ask for. I know that he definately has a fast track through the Pearly Gates where he will be looking down on all of us to guide us in all w do until we meet again.
May God Bless you and your family and may the Peace of the Lord make your lives easier to bear each and every day to come. Let us all remember all the great times and things Phill brought to all of us.
"God Bless"
Manny Ribeiro

Pat Moss-Newbury

April 5, 2008

Phil was always a gentlemen at work. He greated everyone by name and made you feel special. He will be missed by his co-workers.

Kyle Emery

April 5, 2008

Jere and the O'Donnell family,

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement.

Manny Ribeiro

April 5, 2008

Margie and family,
My memories of Phil are endless and special to say the least. Phil was always such a true friend and added just the right amounts of steadiness, humor and love of friendship that any could ask for. I know that he definately has a fast track through the Pearly Gates where he will be looking down on all of us to guide us in all w do until we meet again.
May God Bless you and your family and may the Peace of the Lord make your lives easier to bear each and every day to come. Let us all remember all the great times and things Phill brought to all of us.
"God Bless"
Manny Ribeiro

Manny Ribeiro

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