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Jean Hollowell Obituary

HOLLOWELL, Jean B. (Sullivan) Of Acton, formerly of Reading, November 25, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Harry M. Hollowell; devoted father of David E. Hollowell and his wife Kathy of Wolfeboro, NH, James A. Hollowell and his wife Edna of N. Andover and Richard A. Hollowell and his wife Karen of Chelmsford. Cherished sister of the late Dorothy Poehler and Margaret "Sue" Hurton and loving grandmother of 5. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, November 29 at 10:30 am in the chapel of the Old South United Methodist Church, 6 Salem St., Reading. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Visiting Hours Friday 4-7 at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home, 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.) READING. Burial in Laurel Hill Cemetery, Reading. For info, directions and register book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2008.

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Christine Smith

November 28, 2008

David, The Inn at Robbins Brook family was saddened to hear of Jean's passing, please know that she will be missed by her many friends here at The Inn. Our deepest sympathy to and your family.
Christine Smith
Executive Director
The Inn at Robbins Brook

Jon Haywood

November 27, 2008

Our thoughts are with you David and your family. I recall meeting your mom some time ago when you and I were new to the game of cards. She was warm and thoughtful and my images of her are as fresh as if it were yesterday.

Linda Poehler

November 26, 2008

I am so very sorry to hear of Jean's passing. I know she has been reunited with loved ones gone before and I pray that there will be comfort for Rick and David knowing that she hurts no more. She will be dearly missed by all of us who loved her.

Lisa Habosian

November 26, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Jean's death. Jean was such a wonderful woman and so brave. Her family was very supportive and a great source of comfort for Jean. May she rest in peace. Our prayers are with your family.
Lisa Habosian
The Inn at Robbins Brook
Acton, Ma

Paul Rousseau

November 26, 2008

I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. God bless

John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II

November 26, 2008

This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.

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