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Elizabeth Linehan Obituary

Linehan, Elizabeth M. "Betty" at age 70, of Medford, formerly of Somerville, November 20, 2008, after a lengthy illness. Only child of the late George and Catherine (Walsh) Greene. 1956 graduate of St. Joseph Girls' High School, Somerville. Beloved wife of Francis M. Linehan. Loving mother of Kevin and his wife Joanne of Melrose, Michael of Melrose, Brian of Medford and Karen Doherty and her husband Rick of Tewksbury. Loving Grammi of Kelli, Rachel and Bryan Doherty. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends. A Funeral Service will be held at the George L. Doherty Funeral Home 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) SOMERVILLE, Monday morning at 10am. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Sunday 4-8pm. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Retired employee, Tufts University. For more information visit dohertyfuneralservice.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2008.

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Linda Dalessio-Spencer

December 1, 2008

Betty was an amazing & extraordinary person. No matter what she was going through, her concern was always for others. I enjoyed keeping in touch with her through notes & cards. Betty was an inspiration to all; she touched many peoples lives. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeannie Blauvelt

November 28, 2008

Linehan Family,

We were so sorry to hear about Betty. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

The Blauvelt Family

Ann Purdy

November 24, 2008

Dear Frank and all the Linehan Family,
I had the privilege of knowing Betty for the past six years. She was truly a lovely and thoughtful woman. I will miss her. May your memories bring you some solace during this sad time.

Carla and Family

November 23, 2008

Dear Karen,
We are so sorry to hear about your mom. You and your family are in our thoughts during this sad time.

Rose Pisari

November 22, 2008

With Deepest Sympathy.
Love,
Rose & Gayle

Linda Walsh

November 22, 2008

Karen,
Your Mom will be deeply missed by all and have touch so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Love,
Linda, Larry & Family

John Wasserboehr

November 22, 2008

Betty and I go back a long way from Tufts university where I first met her. We worked together for many years until her retirement. She was a great lady & I will keep her in my thoughts.

Peg Pisini

November 22, 2008

I'm Peg Rockwell's daughter and I just wanted to say how sorry I am for the loss. Betty was such a wonderful person and such a good fried to my mother. I know how much my mother is going to miss her and all her notes,talking to her on the phone and,of course, the Somerville Journals Betty used to drop off!!! She will be missed.

Donna D'Alelio

November 22, 2008

Betty and I became closer through our letters, which I will truly miss receiving. As ill as she was, she still wrote to me even just to tell me how sick she was, and she looked forward to receiving from me. I will miss that. She was an incredible person.

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