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Richard Harrington Obituary

HARRINGTON, Richard L. Jr. Of Somerville, September 15, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Eileen M. (White). Loving father of Richard L., III and his wife Christina of Salem, James E. and his wife Eileen of Holliston, Joanne M. Borghesi and her husband Thomas of CT, John M. and his late wife Paula of Reading, Mary A. Lyons and her husband Edward of Medford, Daniel M. and his wife Lori of Malden, David C. and his wife Cathy of Somerville, Eileen M. O'Connor and her husband Timothy, Peter A. and his wife Amy, all of Bridgewater, Christopher F. Harrington and his wife Nettie of Winchendon, Patrice A. Binari and her husband David of Kingston. Also survived by 36 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. Funeral Procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway, (Powder House Sq), SOMERVILLE, Friday morning at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, Somerville at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Thursday, 4-8 PM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Donations may be made in Richard's memory to St. Ann's Church, 50 Thurston St. Somerville, MA 02145. Late W.W. II Veteran, US Army, member of the DAV, Somerville, Sons of the American Revolution. Longtime member and Eucharistic Minister St. Ann's Church, Somerville. For more information, please visit: www.dohertyfuneralservice.com.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 17, 2008.

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Rev Barbara J Silk

October 30, 2008

I was saddened to hear of Uncle
Dick's death. He was a man that I
will always have a warm place in
my heart for. Their children are a
tribute to Uncle Dick and Auntie
Eileen's efforts to make the world a
better place.
Love,
Barbara

Gary Morris

September 22, 2008

My Deepest condolences Chris and Patrice for the lost of your Dad.
Your Friend Gary Morris

Charlene Lally

September 19, 2008

Mary and family, I was sorry to hear about your Dad. I just received a call from my sister in Somerville. I remember your dad and mom with great affection. Their house was always a great place to be when we were young. Your loving family was a greeat role model for anyone who was lucky enough to know them. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike Casey

September 19, 2008

Mr. Harrington,
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 WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Bill Murphy

September 18, 2008

Joanne: I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. May the Holy Spirit comfort you and your family.

Bill Murphy, St. Ann's school classmate

Daniel McLaughlin,MM

September 17, 2008

Dear Richard,Jimmy,Joanne, John, Mary Alice, Danny,David,Eileen, Peter, Chris and Patrice.

My prayers and sympathy for all of you. Your dad, your mother and all of you have a special place in my heart. I will celebrate the Eucharist on Friday with the people of the community of Nossa Senhora de Aparecida in honor of your dad and mother.

Robert Keefe

September 17, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Andrea Savoia-Quinn

September 17, 2008

My deepest sympathies and prayers are with the Harrington family. I have very fond childhood memories of Mr. Harrington and growing up with Christopher and Patrice. It was a pleasure knowing him. I hope the memories you all have of your dad bring some comfort to you.

Joanne & Jim Curtis

September 17, 2008

The Harrington/Casey Family,

Our deepest condolences for your loss.

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