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Eleanor Johnston Obituary

JOHNSTON, Eleanor E. (Cullen) Of Dorchester, formerly of Somerville, September 25, 2008. Beloved wife of Patrick A. Johnston. Loving mother of Robert S. & his wife Lorin of Wellesley, Eileen Casey & her husband Paul of Melrose, Alice E. Johnston of Dorchester, and the late Brian P. Devoted grandmother of Christopher, Caroline, Daniel, Dara, Kimberly, Kirsten, and Kayla. Visiting hours in the John J. O'Connor & Son Funeral Home, 740 Adams St. (near Gallivan Blvd) DORCHESTER, on Monday from 4-8 pm. Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, Neponset, Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock. Relatives and friends respectfully invited. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Eleanor's memory to: The American Stroke Assoc., 185 Franklin St., Boston, MA 02110. For directions and messages of condolence, www.oconnorandson.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 28, 2008.

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Ruth Lawler

September 29, 2008

Alice,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ruth Lawler

Aunt Mary and Family

September 28, 2008

Dear Eileen and Paul --
My deepest sympathy to both of you. She was a wonderful mom and grandmom. I remember how happy she was for both of you on your wedding day. Count on all good Ryan prayers at this difficult time. With Love,

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