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Mary Gustin Obituary

GUSTIN, Mary C. (Carpenter) Age 81, of Bellingham, MA passed away peacefully with her family by her side at home on October 26, 2008. Beloved wife of Matthew J. Gustin. She was born in Boston, MA on July 9, 1927, daughter of the late Edward and Aldea (Moquin) Carpenter. Loving mother of Michael Gustin and his wife Elizabeth of Westford, MA, Matthew Gustin, Jr. and his wife Mary of Groton, MA, Kenneth Gustin and his wife Eileen of Needham, MA, James Gustin and his wife Josephine of Peabody, MA, Linda Gallagher and her husband Joseph of Bellingham, MA and 8 grandchildren. Sister of Lillian Doherty of Marshfield, MA and the late Ilean Buchanan. Resident of Bellingham for the past year, formerly of Middleboro, Marlborough, and Natick, MA for 26 years. Mrs. Gustin was a secretary for Covenant Insurance Co. in Framingham, MA for many years retiring in 1984. Mr. & Mrs. Gustin were married October 23, 1953. She was devoted to her family and will be greatly missed. Funeral will be held Thursday 10:00AM from Cartier's Funeral Home, 151 So. Main St. (Route 126) BELLINGHAM, MA with a Mass of Christian Burial 11:00AM in St. Blaise Church, 158 So. Main St., Bellingham, MA. Interment VA National Cemetery, Bourne, MA at 1:45PM. Visiting hours Wednesday 5-8PM. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Memorial Donations to: Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215 Attn: Development Office or online at www.joslin.org wouldbeappreciated. Cartier's Funeral Home 508-883-8383

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 28, 2008.

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Peter and Joan Garvey

October 29, 2008

Mr. Gustin, My deepest sympathy to you and yoru family. I have many fond memories of Mrs. Gustin. She was a loving person who always had a smile and kind word. Whenever I pass the home in Natick, it brings a smile to my face. She was a truly a strong remarkable person who will be missed.

Heather Vaughan Smith

October 29, 2008

I am very sorry for your loss. May you keep you good memories close to you.

Elaine Bailey

October 29, 2008

My deepest sympathies to the entire family. As a child I lived near the Gustin's in Natick. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Patricia Gomez

October 29, 2008

Dear Mike and all Gustin Family & Friends,

I am very sorry for your loss.
My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Lisa Doherty

October 28, 2008

Dear Mike and Family,
The time is too soon, but may your sad hearts be filled with wonderful memories and happy stories of Mary (Mom) that you and the family can share. She was a beautiful women, a loving mother and Aunt. We will miss her dearly and share your grief. God Bless and Love, Brian, Lisa, Scott and Dan Doherty

denise & brian aucoin

October 28, 2008

we were very sad to hear about marys passing, our prayers are with you at this moment.
dense,brian & family

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