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Maureen Gillis Obituary

GILLIS, Maureen C. (Costello) Of Brookline, October 3, 2008. Beloved wife of John A. Gillis. Loving mother of Lynn of West Roxbury and Lisa and John, both of Brookline. Dear sister of Mary Furlong of FL, and the late Michael and Joan Costello. Also survived by her three devoted grandchildren, Alicia, Aiden and Ryan. Funeral from the Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home, 376 Washington St. BROOKLINE, Tuesday morning at 9:10 followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church at 10:00. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Monday from 3 - 6. Interment Walnut Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Maureen may be made to the Brookline Lodge of Elks, 48 Kent St., Brookline, MA. 02445. Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home 617-277-7652

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 5, 2008.

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Laurie Richmond Denison

October 7, 2008

The Richmond Family has only fond memories of Sissy and all the great family times we had on Aspinwall Ave, Greaton Road, Irvings, Knights of Columbus, etc.
May Sissy rest in peace and may you all find comfort in the wonderful memories you shared as a family.
So many years pass, but you are always in our hearts.
We love you all ~

Henni/Warren Doetsch/Campbell

October 6, 2008

Dear John,
Warren and I are very sorry to hear of CeCe's passing. I know she is in a better place. Please take care of yourself and surround yourself with those that love you, as we do.

Mary Furlong

October 6, 2008

John, Johnny, Lynn and Lisa
I share the good memories and love of my sister with you. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Love,
Mary and Tom
Diana, Karen, Julie, Robin and Tommy

STEPHEN & ROSENA DOBBIN

October 5, 2008

JOHNNY,
you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time

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