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Evelyn O'Connor Obituary

Of Braintree, formerly of Dorchester, Aug. 9. Beloved wife of the late John C. "Oakie". Devoted mother of J. Kevin O'Connor of Quincy, Maureen A. Blazuk of Marshfield & Evelyn M. Pearson of Holbrook. Sister of John J. of Dorchester and Alfred O'Connor of Braintree & the late Dorothy McKenna. Sister-in-law of Catherine O'Connor of Quincy. Also survived by 10 loving grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren & many nieces & nephews. Funeral Mass celebrated by her grandson, Rev. Christopher K. O'Connor, at Sacred Heart Church, No. Quincy, Wed. morning at 10. Visiting hours will be held at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON, Tues. 4 to 8 PM. Former employee of Gillette Corp. www.alfreddthomas.com. Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton(617) 696-4200

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 11 to Aug. 12, 2008.

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Love, Paul Yau & Beth Ann Strenge

August 13, 2008

Dear Maureen and Family:

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mother.

Know that loving thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.

May precious memories and the beautiful legacy she left --her tremendous love of family and deep faith-- bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Diane Cardinale

August 12, 2008

To Evelyn and Family:

Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this extremely difficult time. May your mother rest in peace.

Jerry and Maureen O'Connor

August 12, 2008

Dear Kevin, Maureen and Evelyn
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I have many fond memories of Auntie while growing up and visiting at Buttonwood Street. She always made me smile, I will miss her.

Joan O'Connor-Dawson

August 12, 2008

Kevin, Maureen, and Evelyn,
We will miss Auntie very much. We will also cherish all the happy memories we shared together.

Margaret Pascarelli/Heaney

August 12, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. O'Connor,
We are so very sorry to hear of your mother passing.You have such a wonderful family. I have many great memories growing up w/your children.Please let us know if there is anything we can help with.

Jean(O'Connor) and David Ancheta

August 11, 2008

Kevin, Maureen and Evelyn, We have fond memories of Auntie and she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dave and Liz Mahan

August 11, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Fred & Judy O'Connor

August 11, 2008

Kevin, Mureen, Evelyn,and Family we are very sorry for the loss of Auntie. We will miss her and cherish our memories of her.

Kelly Trent

August 11, 2008

Evelyn and Family- I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May your memories give you strength during this difficult time.

Kelly Trent

Tony Schiavone

August 11, 2008

Jean, we are very sorry to hear about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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