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for Timothy Mahoney
James Moynihan
October 4, 2020
Hi Gail,
I can't believe it's been twelve years since Tim's passing. It truly seems like it was just yesterday. I have fond memories of Tim, one of which was when I saw him in Westborough at your house a week before he passed away. I remember you telling me the story of how Tim had humbly asked you if it would be okay for him to stay with you at your home when he realized that he was needing help with day to day tasks and getting to doctor's appointments, etc... I remember that you said "yes" and that you felt honored that he would ask you to do this. Well, anyway, my memory of him was of me stopping by to visit you a week before he passed and him being in your living room watching tv, and when I walked in he immediately said, "hey chicken man, how are you"? He always greeted me that way. I sat in the chair next to him and talked for a while while you made dinner for him before we went out for dinner, as he was unable to join us. I remember you telling him that his dinner was ready so I helped him get up and out to the dining room table and when you served him dinner, he had the most distinct look of appreciation on his face when he thanked you for bringing in his dinner for him. I'm sure that you didn't notice that 'look'. but I did. We sat with him while he ate so that he wouldn't be alone while having dinner. When he was finished, we got up to leave and he told us to have a good time and we were on our way. That was that was the last time that I saw Tim. What a great guy he was.
James Moynihan
October 5, 2019
I have a very fond memory of Tim that I'd like to share that shows the funny side of Tim. As a friend of Gail's, I automatically became a friend of Lorraine and Tim's. I would often go over to the house before getting ready to go out to dance at one of our haunts, one of which Tim dubbed 'Zip", which was a code word for 'Spit', a dance club in Boston. While on my many visits to the house, Lorraine would make fried chicken for us. I loved her fried chicken and would make it a point to be there before our frequent nights out. After a few times being a guest in their home for the aforementioned fried chicken, Tim dubbed me the 'chicken man'. Now normally this name would be a negative thing, but coming from Tim, it was a badge of honor. He took great delight in calling me this and when he first saw me for dinner, He would yell out, 'it's CHICKEN MAN', and, and of course we would all laugh. From then on, Tim referred to me as such. Tim and Lorraine loved their girls and as such loved their friends. What a great guy that I still miss.
Charles Roche
October 27, 2008
Dear Mahoney Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolence. Tim was a caring man who used to donate books to the shelter I resided in and I'm very grateful for his warmth and generosity. My life was enriched by meeting him at the boating club where he tirelessly donated his time.
I hope to be as compassionate a person as he was! Semper fi!
Mike Casey
October 20, 2008
Mr. Mahoney,
Sir, as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89
MGYSGT JOHN JACOPPO USMCR RET
October 13, 2008
TIM AND I SERVED TOGETHER AT N.A.S SO WEYMOUTH AND HAD A NICE FRIENDSHIP,WE HAD ALSO SERVED AT OTHER POSTS BUT NEVER MET.
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
CWO 4 JAMES MURPHY
October 13, 2008
To Tim's Family,As a US Marine and a long time friend of Tim's ,I can not express this deep feeling of loss we as Marines feel .We will always keep this special Marine in our thoughts.The 1812 US MARINE Detachment USS Constitution enjoyed our time with Tim. SEMPER FI.
Anne-Marie West & Family
October 13, 2008
Maureen, Jack, Molly and Family,
May the wonderful memories of your Dad bring you comfort. The good times with him will last forever deep within the memories of your heart, and they will never die. From the stories you have told me Maureen, about your Dad, he certainly was a very very special man. I will always be here for you, just give a yell.
Fondly,
Jim Moynihan
October 12, 2008
Gail, Maureen, Sharon, and Diane,
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of Tim. I was priviledged to spend some time with him 3 days before his passing. What a great guy.
Gail, my dearest friend, I'm here for you. It was great that you were able to spend quite a bit of time with Tim while he was living with you. I'm sure you'll treasure those 8 months always.
The entries from his marine buddies were very touching. I guess what they say is true, once a marine, always a marine.
Jim Moynihan
October 11, 2008
To The Mahoney Family I am sorry for the loss of your dad. Dearest Diane, i know you have loss your best friend, but he will be watching over you with love. I was blessed to have him as a neighbor and a friend and will miss him. We had a lot of fun times shoveling and snow plowing our driveways as well as everyone else's. I will keep him in my heart forever! God bless You All!
MGYSGT ALBERT KOENIG
October 10, 2008
Tim and I served in the USMC and our paths crossed over 40 years. He wiil be missed by all who knew him.
Bob Duerden MGySgt (Ret)
October 10, 2008
I served with Tim in the Marine Corps. I will always remember his great stories, sharp Irish wit and infectious laugh.
He was very proud of his Marine Corps service and it was a pleasure to have known him.
Semper Fidelis Tim. Take up your post and keep Heaven's streets guarded for the rest of us. We'll be along in due time to relieve you.
My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Louise Gilblair
October 10, 2008
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad - He was truly a good man and I so enjoyed working with him at Somerville High School.
Gina Drew
October 10, 2008
Dearest Diane, I am sorry to learn about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Gina Drew
david dauphinee
October 10, 2008
Maureen and family, was so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Wish I could be there to support you during this time of grief. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of mourning.
Moises Carrasco
October 10, 2008
To The Mahoney Family,
Maureen,
Our deepest sympathies to your families for the loss of Timothy. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Moises, Judy and Max Carrasco
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