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Emily Sheehy Obituary

54 years of age. Of Winchester, suddenly, July 27, 2008. Beloved daughter of Jeanne N. (Nelligan) and the late Richard W. Sheehy of Winchester. Beloved sister of Richard W. Sheehy and his wife Lisa of Osterville, Marcella M. Flaherty and her husband Thomas of Wakefield, Michael J. Sheehy and his wife Lisa of Reading, Jeanne E. Sheehy and her fiance Ronald Datrous of Wareham, Patrick B. and his wife Renee of Magnolia, Timothy J. and his wife Jann of Winchester, David C. of Cambridge and the late Peter J. Sheehy. Also survived by seven nieces and nephews, her aunt, Claire J. Sullivan of Wareham and many first cousins. Funeral from the Costello Funeral Home, 177 Washington St., Winchester on Fri., Aug. 1 at 9AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary's Church, 155 Washington St., Winchester at 10AM. Relatives and friends respectfully invited. Interment private. Visiting Hours will be held in the Funeral Home on Thurs. 4-7PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Emily's name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. www.costellofuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2008.

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Barbara

July 23, 2024

How you loved the Summer, the pool and getting a tan. You would have loved this Summer. Miss you tons Em.

Barbara

July 23, 2023

You crossed my mind again yesterday. Happens often.

Barbara

July 27, 2022

It's a beautiful beach day Emily. Wish we were there. Think of you often.

Barbara

July 23, 2021

Emily it's been so long since we last talked. I miss our chats. I think of you often and I smile.
Barbara

July 26, 2020

I wish I was meeting you tonight at the 99 . I miss you Emily and your great big smile. It's always a happy thought when you cross my mind.

July 23, 2019

Emily my friend I think of you often and miss you.
Hugs
Barbara

Kay Boodakian

October 6, 2017

Emily you were gone too too early. I remember you in high school. You were very well liked by ANYone who knew you! God Bless you and your family. Years later and I can still write this memory and condolence. You are missed very much. You thought of others before yourself.

Barbara

July 24, 2009

You are never far from my thoughts and always in my heart my friend.

Ann Iantosca

March 6, 2009

Just thinking about you on your birthday today. It breaks my heart to think that you are not here to celebrate it with your family and friends. I think about you all the time and miss your friendship.
Annie

Barbara

January 3, 2009

This is the time of year when we all tend to be introspective and to take a look back. We bring family close and get in touch with old friends.
So Emily, it's just me thinking about you.
Hugs

jayne beaton-oliveira

August 26, 2008

I first met emily in high school and we became good friends. emily was a beautiful person inside and out. i truly dont think i ever saw her without a smile on her face. for some reason tonight i thought of emily and googled her name. my heart broke when i saw her obituary. what fun it was to be emily's friend. going to her house always reminded me of a three ring circus. something going on in every part of that beautiful old house. it was a great family to be fortunate enough to know. bye bye emily. wish we could take one more ride around horn pond mountain. dream on...jayne beaton-oliveira

Sam Hong

August 1, 2008

Dear family and Marcella,
I am sorry about your sister. I wish I could offer words of wisdom, comfort and peace. I just wanted you to know that we are all behind you.

Douglas Oro

August 1, 2008

Dear Marcella,
I'm so sorry to hear about your sister Emily. Please know that I'm thinking about you, your mom, your dad, and your entire family at this time.
Peace,
Douglas

Judy Genthner

July 31, 2008

Thursday
Dear Marcella, I was just told of your sister Emily's death. Very sorry for you and your family, especially your Mom! Death at a young age is even harder for those left behind to accept. But please try to picture Dick welcoming his little girl to Heaven, with open arms (and a wisecrack, of course). I still miss him a LOT, as I am sure you all do.
With love and sympathy, Judy

Barbara Staffier

July 31, 2008

To the Sheehy family and all who knew her,
What a great loss. Emily was a wonderful person and a true friend. Her great big heart was filled with the love and concern for her family and steadfast loyalty for her friends. You were truly blessed if you were one of the lucky ones to have Emily in your life. I'm happy to say I was one of the lucky ones.
I will miss you Emily and all the future good times we should have had.
Rest easy my friend.
Barbara

Mary Ann O'Callaghan

July 31, 2008

Jeanne,
Although I can't be with you today, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Doreen McLean Whalen

July 31, 2008

Dear Sheehy Family:

I was heartbroken to hear that Emily had passed. From the time we were in elementary school at St. Mary's and all through high school, she was a wonderful friend. We were fortunate to share many fun times.

She has been in my thoughts and prayers since I last saw her in 2005 when I was home for a visit. I hope your family finds comfort in knowing that she was loved by many and is now at peace.

July 30, 2008

On behalf of your long time neighbors, the Burnhams, we are very sorry to hear of this sad news. With much sympathy and empathy at this difficult time, you will remain in our prayers.

Margie, Barbara, Michael, Bill, Jim, Beth and Bob

Robert Rogers

July 30, 2008

Marcella, Jeanne and the entire Sheehy family. You are in my thoughts and prayers throughout this
difficult time, and may God keep you
all in his Grace.
Bob Rogers & Family

Janis Carty (White)

July 30, 2008

I was friends with Emily in high school and had many laughs with her working in the Kitchen at Winchester Hospital. I am sorry to hear she has passed away. She always had a smile on her face. My condolences to her family.

Ellen Evensen

July 30, 2008

Dear Marcella and Family,

I was so sorry to read of the loss of Emily. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Lettie DiNocco

July 30, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michael Swan

July 29, 2008

David, Mrs sheehy and Family

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Emily. We will remember her with fond memories.

Rita and Mick Swan

Irene (Barrow) Simas

July 29, 2008

Please except my deepest sympathies. I had not seen Emily in a long time but whenever we did meet, she always had that beautiful welcoming smile.
Peace to you all in the days ahead.

Margie (Johnson) Huntley

July 29, 2008

Mrs. Sheehy, David and Family,

I am so sorry to read of the passing of Emily. Please know you are all close in thoughts and prayers at this time. May your memories bring you comfort and may God bring you His peace.

Anita (Augello) Preston

July 29, 2008

The Sheehy Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I went to school with Emily. The loss of someone so young is difficult. I have already lost 2 of my brothers. My thoughts are with you all.
Anita Augello Preston

Yuelin Zhu

July 29, 2008

Dear Marcella and Family:

I am very sorry to hear the sad news, and praying for the deceased. Please accept my condolence, and take good care of yourselves.

Sincerely,

anthony dinocco

July 29, 2008

i will never forget the good times i had at your home and when you where in work at the point
you where always a good friend to me and my uncles will miss u alot

Joseph Gabriel

July 29, 2008

To Marcella and Family:
Very sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe & Cathy Gabriel

Marie DiNocco

July 29, 2008

Please accept my sympathy on the loss of Emily. I have many good memories of the times we shared. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Pat Richard

July 29, 2008

Mrs. Sheehy, I am so sorry for your loss and our prayers here at the rectory are with you and your family.

Sincerely, Pat and Staff

WILLIAM SWYMER

July 29, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Ann & John (Pottsy)

July 29, 2008

To the Sheehy Family,
Our sincere condolences go out to your family at this very sorrowful time. Emily had a heart of gold, and her friendship will be sorely missed. Emily, please watch over your brother David and give him the strength to get thru this diffucult time, for not only did he lose a sister he lost his best friend. May your memories of Emily carry you through this lifetime. Rest in peace Em.

Steve and Ann Rolli Laurel John & Stephen

July 29, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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